- November 5, 2015
- Kilted Camel
- 7h median play time
Defend The Highlands
Platforms
About
"Defend the Highlands" is a tower defense game with elements of real-time strategy, set in an alternate Scotland. Players must build defenses, recruit Scotsmen, and manage resources to fend off invasions by wacky enemies such as Welshmen on sheep and English teapot hurlers. The game features unconventional defensive structures and requires players to man their towers with Scotsmen, who are recruited through bagpipe playing.











- The game is filled with humor and cultural references, making it a fun and entertaining experience.
- It offers a unique twist on the Tower Defense genre, combining strategic gameplay with comedic elements.
- Players appreciate the indie charm and character, despite some technical flaws, which adds to its overall appeal.
- The game can become repetitive after the initial excitement wears off, leading to a decline in enjoyment.
- Some players experienced issues with camera controls and unit behavior, which can detract from the gameplay experience.
- The humor, while appreciated by many, may not resonate with everyone and could be seen as politically incorrect.
- humor12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness and cultural references, providing a mix of light-hearted and politically incorrect jokes that resonate well with players who appreciate self-critical humor. While some find the comedic elements entertaining for only a limited time, many agree that the humor adds significant value to the overall experience, making it a worthwhile purchase. Overall, the game is characterized as funny, unique, and engaging, particularly for those familiar with the cultural stereotypes it plays on.
“It's really a very funny game.”
“Full of cultural references, there are jokes about nationality, but they are not offensive if you are self-critical and have a sense of humor.”
“Great humor, unique, and full of character.”