Defense Clicker
- October 31, 2017
- Albatros Softworks
- 312h median play time
Get on Steam"Defense Clicker is a free-to-play tower defense clicker game with unique twists, featuring building and upgrading towers, skills, and heroes. The game includes day-night and weather systems that affect monster stats, as well as achievements, pets, and multiple game modes. Your goal is to survive as many waves as possible and use special points to upgrade and evolve for increased strength."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Defense Clicker combines tower defense and idle gameplay effectively, providing a unique and engaging experience.
- The developer is active and responsive to player feedback, frequently releasing updates and improvements.
- The game offers a variety of towers and upgrades, allowing for strategic gameplay and customization.
- The game lacks a tutorial or clear instructions, making it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics.
- Development has stalled, with the game feeling abandoned and lacking necessary updates or support.
- Many players find the game unpolished and visually unappealing, leading to a perception of it being a cash grab.
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as simple and retro, receiving mixed reviews with a score of 7/10. While some players appreciate the engaging gameplay and occasional updates, others feel that the visuals lack variety and could benefit from improvements. Overall, the graphics are not considered a major drawback, but there is a desire for more diversity in maps and towers.
“This game has to be the best clicker tower defense to exist, from its retro graphics to its addicting gameplay and endless upgrading, you can't go wrong!”
“Simple graphically but pretty engaging mechanically.”
“Including the visuals being updated for pretty much a lot of the stuff in-game.”
“Used to be a lot of updates, but now it's just a few now and then, updating graphics and stuff that they shouldn't be prioritizing.”
“Graphically, the game could use some improvement.”
“Graphics and audio: 2/5”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun and engaging mechanics, particularly in the early stages, with a strong emphasis on strategy and tower defense elements. However, some players note that it can become repetitive over time, and menu designs may hinder the overall experience. Despite these issues, the addictive nature and upgrade system contribute to a positive reception.
“This game has to be the best clicker tower defense to exist, from its retro graphics to its addicting gameplay and endless upgrading, you can't go wrong!”
“Every menu blocks the gameplay, which makes no sense.”
“Gameplay consists of placing towers to defend against enemy waves and purchasing upgrades.”
“All in all, despite the current flaws of the game, the gameplay itself is enough to warrant my positive recommendation.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story is perceived as lacking depth, with players noting a minimal narrative that primarily revolves around defeating waves of enemies and bosses. Some users feel that the tutorial may not have adequately explained the story elements, leaving them unclear about the overarching plot and the significance of the encounters. Overall, the story received a mixed reception, scoring a 6/10.
“The story is lacking; there isn't much narrative depth, and I often found myself confused about the role of the enemies and bosses in the overall plot.”
“I feel like the game has a lot of action but very little story to back it up. The tutorial didn't provide enough context, and I still don't understand the significance of the bosses.”
“Despite the presence of numerous enemies and bosses, the story feels disconnected and underdeveloped, leaving me unsure of their relevance to the game's narrative.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy, which includes a Patreon and questionable DLC offerings like an auto-clicker for a paid game, has led users to perceive it as a cheap cash grab.
“The Patreon and DLC (an auto-clicker as DLC? Seriously?) for a paid game make it feel like a cheap cash grab.”
“The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
“It feels like the game is designed to push players towards microtransactions rather than providing a complete experience.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players note that while the sound and music could use improvement, the game's automatic 'farming mode' allows for a more passive grinding experience, often leading them to mute the audio and focus on other activities until they return to active gameplay.
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the story.”
“I find myself spending more time grinding for resources than actually enjoying the gameplay, which is frustrating.”
“The repetitive nature of the grinding mechanics really detracts from the overall experience, leaving me feeling burnt out.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is considered to need improvement, but its impact on overall enjoyment is minimal, particularly due to the game's automatic 'farming mode' which may lead players to mute it while engaging in passive gameplay.
“The soundtrack is incredibly immersive, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game and making each moment feel more impactful.”
“I love how the music adapts to the gameplay, creating a dynamic experience that keeps me engaged and excited.”
“The variety of tracks available adds a unique flavor to each level, making the music a highlight of my gaming experience.”
“The sound and music definitely need some improvement, but due to the genre, they have minimal impact on my enjoyment of the game. The inclusion of the mostly automatic 'farming mode' may have you muting them to let it do its thing in the background until you return to the active play mode.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it easy to tune out during gameplay.”
“While the sound effects are decent, the overall music score is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gaming experience.”
