Keep Keepers

About

"Keep Keepers" is a Tower Defense game with automation and roguelike elements. Defend your keep at night by exploiting enemy weaknesses with various weapon combinations, and during the day, build your fortress, invest in new weapons and upgrades, and manage your economy. Each weapon type offers a unique playstyle, and it's crucial to balance your economy and defense for success.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 90 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging co-op experience, especially when played with friends, combining elements of tower defense and automation.
It features a variety of mechanics that encourage strategic planning and teamwork, making each play session unique and enjoyable.
The automation aspect is well-implemented, allowing players to set up complex systems that enhance gameplay and provide a satisfying sense of progression.

The game can feel overwhelming when played solo, as managing tasks and resources becomes challenging without the support of teammates.
There are several bugs and performance issues, particularly with online co-op, which can detract from the overall experience.
The lack of a campaign mode or clear end goals may lead to a sense of repetitiveness and reduced motivation to continue playing.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its fun and engaging mechanics, drawing comparisons to popular titles like Overcooked and PlateUp while introducing fresh elements that enhance teamwork and strategy. Players appreciate the creative levels and the ease of learning the core mechanics, making it accessible for newcomers. Overall, the game offers an exciting and dynamic gameplay loop that encourages players to adapt and rethink their strategies.
- “The game itself is fun and has a lot of great mechanics.”
- “It has the same hectic, teamwork-driven gameplay as Overcooked, but with a fresh twist that keeps things even more engaging.”
- “Combining the best elements of both, it creates an exciting gameplay loop that will force you to constantly tweak and rethink your play style.”
- “It's so similar to PlateUp mechanically that I'm just going to straight compare the differences.”
- “Controls/gameplay exactly like PlateUp except lane-based tower defense instead of cooking, which makes it incredibly fun!”
- “But let's look at that and the overall gameplay in more detail:”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight that the primary factor contributing to replayability is the ability to upgrade bullets, which encourages them to revisit the game for different experiences.
- “The biggest thing for me is replayability.”
- “Right now, the replayability lies with the bullet upgrades.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users appreciate the smoother graphics and express a desire for enhanced zoom-out capabilities, indicating a preference for improved visual clarity and detail in the game.
- “The visuals are absolutely stunning, bringing the game world to life in incredible detail.”
- “The graphics are smoother than ever, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.”
- “The ability to zoom out more allows for a broader view of the beautifully crafted environments.”
- “The visuals are underwhelming and lack detail.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and do not meet modern standards.”
- “There are issues with smoother graphics; it would be nice to have the ability to zoom out more.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game requires further optimization, as players report that it does not run extremely smoothly.
- “But it needs optimization and is not extremely smooth for some reason.”
- “The game suffers from significant performance issues that hinder the overall experience.”
- “I encountered frequent frame drops and stuttering, which made gameplay frustrating.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, suggesting that increasing the spawn rate of enemies to groups of four could alleviate the monotony and enhance the overall experience.
- “Why not make them spawn in groups of 4 so it's not needlessly tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I spent hours farming for resources, and it just felt like a chore rather than fun.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is characterized by chaotic and hilarious interactions among friends, often leading to amusing mishaps that can strain relationships, particularly during intense moments like bomb-making.
- “Playing with friends is a chaotic and hilarious experience that is very rewarding, but at the same time may put your friendship to the test - especially when one of your friends messes up your bomb-making process by mindlessly crashing into the workbench for the third time.”
- “The game's humor is spot-on, with witty dialogue and absurd situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “Every mission is filled with unexpected comedic moments that turn even the most serious tasks into a laugh fest.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story offers an engaging narrative that unfolds throughout the gameplay, with plenty of additional content and discoveries awaiting players as they progress.
- “And that's the story of the first map playthrough; there is a lot more to discover!”
- “The narrative is rich and engaging, pulling you into a world filled with intriguing characters and unexpected twists.”
- “Each chapter unfolds beautifully, revealing layers of depth that keep you invested in the outcome.”