Girls of The Tower

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"Girls of The Tower" is a Rogue-like game combining JRPG, auto chess, and galgame elements. Players choose from two female protagonists and recruit followers to strategize formations and develop their town. The game features numerous minion cards with unique skills and racial effects, and four main female protagonists, each with distinctive storylines. After centuries, Geoffrey of the Black God Cult begins new plans to break the seal, setting the stage for a brewing conspiracy.

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Play Modes

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

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a strategic blend of rogue-like, JRPG, and auto chess elements, providing a unique and engaging gameplay experience.
Character and team building is addictive, with different factions offering various passives that enhance strategy.
The pixel art style and cute sprites add charm to the game, appealing to fans of anime aesthetics.

The non-Chinese version is reportedly unplayable due to scaling issues that obstruct gameplay and hinder tutorial completion.
There are numerous bugs and optimization problems, including lag and UI simplicity that detracts from the overall experience.
The narrative lacks depth and relies on clichés, with a desire for more character illustrations and content diversity.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The game's story features multiple paths and engaging narratives centered around four female protagonists, each offering unique storylines and charm. While the translation is somewhat rough, players can expect a surprisingly good narrative experience within a vibrant world, though reliance on clichés and a lack of immersive visuals suggest room for improvement. However, technical issues in the non-Chinese version hinder gameplay, making it unplayable for some users.
- “Developed by Robo Cat Studio and published by Okjoy, the game offers a fresh take on the rogue-like genre, blending strategic depth with engaging storytelling and a vibrant world.”
- “Players embark on an adventure with one of four female protagonists, each with her own storyline and charm, navigating through a world teeming with danger and intrigue.”
- “Unplayable in the non-Chinese version; game sprites for some reason get scaled so much they cover your whole screen, and you won't even be able to complete the tutorial, never mind getting past one story encounter.”
- “Additionally, the narrative's reliance on clichés and the desire for more CGs to deepen story immersion point towards areas ripe for improvement.”
- “Took a chance if it's in English (it is), the translation is a little rough, but the story has multiple paths and is surprisingly good for a slightly ecchi waifu game.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
14%
29%
"Girls of the Tower" offers a compelling blend of rogue-like mechanics, JRPG elements, and auto chess gameplay, all enhanced by strategic depth and character development. While praised for its addictive gameplay and rich strategic possibilities, it faces criticism for optimization issues that can disrupt the experience. Overall, the game successfully combines various genres, appealing to both strategy enthusiasts and fans of female-led narratives.
- “Girls of the Tower emerges as a delightful concoction of rogue-like mechanics, JRPG elements, auto chess gameplay, and a dash of galgame spice, all wrapped up in a pixel art package that's sure to entice both strategy aficionados and fans of female-led narratives.”
- “The integration of tower climbing, character development, and town management adds layers to the gameplay, enriching the overall experience.”
- “At the heart of Girls of the Tower is its strategic gameplay, which has been praised for its foundational strength and addictiveness despite a lack of innovation in auto chess mechanics.”
- “While the game's adult content is approached with a light touch, it’s the hardcore auto chess mechanics that lie at the core of its appeal.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a captivating mix of rogue-like, JRPG, and auto chess elements, but suffers from notable optimization issues, including lag and technical glitches that disrupt gameplay. While it showcases impressive pixel art and strategic depth, players feel it requires further polish and content diversity to fully realize its potential.
- “However, the game is not without its flaws; criticisms have been leveled at its optimization issues, with some players experiencing lag and technical hiccups that mar the otherwise smooth gameplay.”
- “Despite its shortcomings, such as optimization and a need for more content diversity, Girls of the Tower offers a compelling blend of genres that promises a delightful and strategic adventure.”
- “This game enchants with a strategic blend of rogue-like, JRPG, and auto chess elements, wrapped in a pixel art package that dazzles despite needing polish in optimization and narrative depth.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is intricately woven into the gameplay, enhancing the experience through the combination of tower climbing and town management elements. This multifaceted approach allows for deeper engagement and progression within the game.
- “The integration of tower climbing, character development, and town management adds layers to the gameplay, enriching the overall experience.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their careful craftsmanship, featuring visually appealing character portraits and well-designed pixelated minions that effectively combine aesthetics with functionality.
- “The visual presentation, from character portraits to the pixelated minions, is crafted with care, showcasing a blend of aesthetic appeal and functional design.”