Element TD

About

"Element TD" is a popular tower defense game on Steam where players place towers that represent elements to defend against waves of minions. Each element has unique strengths, weaknesses, and abilities, requiring strategic planning to overcome the enemies' varied skills and attributes. With a variety of game modes and maps, "Element TD" offers a challenging and engaging experience for fans of the tower defense genre.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews

humor2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and addictive tower defense experience with a unique elemental combination mechanic.
It's very affordable, providing good value for a few hours of entertainment, especially for fans of the genre.
The visuals and sound design are appealing, and the game runs well on low-end hardware.

The user interface is clunky and can lead to accidental tower placements, making the controls frustrating.
There is a lack of depth and progression, with limited maps and no storyline, which can make the gameplay feel monotonous.
The game feels like a mobile port, lacking the polish and features expected from a PC title, such as multiplayer options and better UI design.

graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The graphics of the game are generally considered decent, with visuals that surpass many mobile apps, though they are not award-winning. However, the ported nature of the game results in a limited resolution and an overly large graphical user interface, which detracts from the overall experience. Players express hope for future improvements in animations and graphics as the game evolves.
- “The visuals are pretty.”
- “While this game is basically an app store game ported to Steam, expect it to grow into something much greater, as for things I'm waiting for besides the obvious such as harder difficulty, better UI and PC controls, bug fixes and polishing/balances, improved animations/graphics, etc.”
- “While this game is basically an app store game ported to Steam, expect it to grow into something much greater. As for things I'm waiting for besides the obvious, such as harder difficulty, better UI and PC controls, bug fixes and polishing/balances, improved animations/graphics, etc.”
- “- it's limited to 1680x1050 when windowed, which means that due to being a port, the buttons and graphical interface seem a bit 'in-your-face', all up in your face with the huge buttons.”
- “Tower placement areas are reasonably generous, and at least they tried to do graphics... not winning any awards, but better than a lot of mobile apps out there.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its absence, leaving players feeling that it lacks depth and engagement. Many reviewers noted the absence of a narrative or progression, resulting in a sense of emptiness and a lack of motivation to continue playing. While some appreciated the focus on gameplay over weak storylines, the overall consensus is that the game would benefit from a more compelling narrative.
- “The story is engaging and keeps you invested from start to finish.”
- “The character development is rich, making every interaction meaningful.”
- “The plot twists are unexpected and add depth to the overall narrative.”
- “There was no storyline, so it felt quite empty.”
- “It can be played immediately, but there is no storyline and minimal tutorial.”
- “After an hour and a half, I have built every tower available; there is no sense of progression, nor is there any story or flavor text to engage or capture your interest.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky elements that create entertaining synergies and amusing failures, ensuring a dynamic experience. Players appreciate the focus on strong comedic moments without the distraction of weak storylines or unfunny dialogue.
- “Each element has its quirks, and watching them synergize (or hilariously fail to) keeps you on your toes.”
- “No time wasted on weak storylines or unfunny dialogue.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The monetization of Element td has been criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling it is a simplistic mobile app poorly adapted for Steam. However, some players express support for the developers, noting their commitment to improving the game and their willingness to invest in both the app and its Steam version.
- “It's expected from developers with over 10 years of experience, not being EA games, that they will do their best to make this both a great game on the app store and an even greater game on Steam. I'm willing to support these developers as much as I can (I bought it twice and made in-app purchases through the free version on the app store) because they intend on not abandoning their title and seeing it through just as they did with all the other iterations of the game.”
- “Element TD is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game (it's not)... it's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. This mobile app is a fairly simplistic tower defense game, but you do get a large array of really similar towers to use against enemies.”
- “The monetization in this game feels exploitative, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game purchases that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
- “It's disappointing to see a game that could have been great reduced to a series of paywalls and microtransactions, making it hard to enjoy without spending extra money.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report significant stability issues, citing bugs that prevent them from completing the tutorial effectively.
- “It's just buggy; I can't get through the tutorial properly.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is well-received, with players appreciating its quality and integration with the map design; however, there is a desire for more variety through additional maps or a level editor.
- “I also love the music and map design; I just wish there was a level editor or a few more maps for variety.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers indicate that the lack of certain features significantly diminishes the game's replayability, suggesting that these elements are crucial for encouraging players to return.
- “Not having that reduces its replayability.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers highlight that the sound design significantly enhances the game's atmosphere, creating an immersive experience that draws players into the game world.
- “The sounds create an immersive atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience.”
- “The atmospheric audio design really pulls you into the game's world.”
- “The overall ambiance of the game is captivating and keeps you engaged.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Gameplay is generally engaging, but it requires significant refinement in its mechanics to enhance the overall experience.
- “The feeling is there, but it needs a lot of polishing in the mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel tedious after a short time.”
- “The controls are unresponsive, which makes it frustrating to navigate through the game.”