No Creeps Were Harmed TD

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"No Creeps Were Harmed TD" is a unique tower defense game that challenges players to think strategically with its varied creep behavior and turret options. Construct, modify, and upgrade a range of specialized turrets and structures to rain down destruction, while adapting to creeps with teleportation, fusion, cloaking, and shields. The verticality of the levels adds an extra layer of complexity, requiring players to build up as well as out.

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Reviews

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 297 reviews

gameplay19 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

Innovative 3D map design that adds complexity and variety to tower defense gameplay.
Diverse tower options and unique mechanics, including an artifact system that enhances replayability.
Engaging and humorous story elements that complement the gameplay without overshadowing it.

The upkeep tax mechanic can limit tower placement and create frustration during mid to late game.
Some players find the camera controls and UI clunky, making navigation and management difficult.
Certain tower upgrades and artifacts may feel underwhelming or poorly balanced, leading to repetitive strategies.

gameplay
65 mentions
29 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this tower defense game is noted for its unique mechanics and challenging maps, offering a blend of strategic depth and engaging content. While the tutorial and help system are praised for their effectiveness, players express frustration with the income economy and clunky UI, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite some criticisms regarding certain mechanics and repetitiveness, many find the gameplay rewarding and addictive, especially with the variety of tower upgrades and the introduction of new mechanics through updates.
- “The gameplay is really unique from other tower defense games and has a ton of content if you get really into it.”
- “It's probably the most enjoyable tower defense game since them and it is very similar and just as action-packed but still manages to have its own character and gameplay.”
- “Complex & challenging maps, great economy & upgrade mechanics.”
- “Only one single thing greatly annoyed me with the gameplay, and it's the income economy.”
- “But mid to late stage, this mechanic becomes a huge limitation and huge frustration.”
- “The UI is clunky, making gameplay a lot more frustrating than it ought to be, and the 'story' aspects are awkward at best and poorly voiced.”
story
54 mentions
31 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The game's story is a quirky blend of humor and absurdity, often serving as comic relief rather than a central focus, which players can choose to ignore if desired. While some find the dialogue and voice acting lacking, many appreciate the entertaining and unexpected twists in the narrative, which complements the gameplay without overshadowing it. Overall, the story is seen as a lighthearted addition that enhances the experience for those who enjoy its whimsical tone.
- “This game is clearly a passion project by the dev; everything is well thought out, the story/dialogue is interesting and funny enough, and even includes voice acting.”
- “The story is humorous and silly, but fits perfectly in with the character, level, and enemy design.”
- “I wasn't expecting the interesting and funny storyline and awesome soundtrack that the game has.”
- “The UI is clunky, making gameplay a lot more frustrating than it ought to be, and the 'story' aspects—the personalization of the 'Brian Jar' protagonist, and the little skits when moving from location to location—are awkward at best and poorly voiced.”
- “The only bad thing to say about it is the story and dialogue they have built into it is dumpster tier.”
- “The main story is... literally a joke that means nothing whatsoever and treats itself as such.”
graphics
25 mentions
56 % positive mentions
32 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their detail, vibrant colors, and smooth animations, contributing to a visually stunning experience. While some players find the aesthetic a bit chaotic or dark, it aligns well with the game's theme and is complemented by good audio. Overall, the game is noted for its impressive performance and stylish visuals, making it a standout in the tower defense genre.
- “On a graphical level, it's probably the most detailed tower defense game, at least that I know.”
- “The graphics are top-notch, with vibrant colors and smooth animations that make each level visually stunning.”
- “The attention to detail is commendable, and the art style perfectly complements the quirky theme.”
- “The aesthetic is too dark and sterile.”
- “The visuals feel a bit chaotic and stressful, but this in turn seems appropriate for the theme.”
- “One note, my potato of a computer that has only an integrated graphics card couldn't handle the game very well.”
music
23 mentions
39 % positive mentions
48 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its energetic and fitting soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience, while others find it repetitive, annoying, or jarring in its transitions. Many appreciate the integration of music with the game's atmosphere, though some suggest turning it off in favor of personal playlists. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a significant aspect of the game, contributing to its appeal for some and detracting for others.
- “But there’s something about the visual fidelity here; something about the bright fluorescent colors and awesome pumping music that hypes me up.”
- “Did not expect this to be this fun, also worth noting not only is the soundtrack really good, it also fits perfectly.”
- “I love this game, it's a perfect tower defense with some incredible music design.”
- “The soundtrack is super repetitive and boring.”
- “The music is some sort of science fiction space horror stuff and very unpleasant to listen to on a loop.”
- “Honestly, the only thing I have changed is the music.”
humor
20 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players praising its quirky story, well-written dialogue, and engaging voice acting that adds to the overall experience. While some found the humor to be hit-or-miss, many appreciated the light-hearted tone and amusing character interactions that complement the gameplay. Overall, the blend of humor and gameplay elements creates an entertaining atmosphere that resonates well with players, particularly those who enjoy a mix of silliness and clever writing.
- “This game is clearly a passion project by the dev; everything is well thought out, the story/dialogue is interesting and funny enough, and even includes voice acting.”
- “The humor in the game is great, especially for me as an older gamer.”
- “The main character is funny and the dialogue is well written.”
replayability
8 mentions
50 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, attributed to its tactical depth, randomized maps, and a variety of levels. Players appreciate the frequent updates and additions that enhance the experience, making it a standout in the tower defense genre. Despite minimal progression elements, the fun factor keeps players returning for more.
- “For just 10 bucks and half a GB, here's a simple, low-fat tower defense game, full of tactical possibilities and with great replay value.”
- “This is a fresh and very replayable take on the tower defense genre.”
- “From randomized maps to tower additions, an awful lot has been added that started as suggestions, eventually resulting in a tower defense that for me is much more replayable than Bloons.”
- “Most of all, the game is just fun, so much that despite the lack of progression, it still has a lot of replayability.”
- “When the only limitation you have is your level and artifact rarity, the replay value of every stage is extremely high.”
optimization
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
Overall, players appreciate the game's smooth performance and lack of slowdowns, even during intense gameplay. However, some express concerns that limitations on tower placement may be due to performance optimization, and they desire more detailed information on game mechanics and turret performance to enhance their strategic gameplay.
- “As a side note: I would like to know more details about how some of the game mechanics work (how long do freeze effects last? Can poison actually kill a target or merely deplete its HP? etc.), however, as well as being given more data for the performance of each individual turret (number of kills, effective DPS, avg. TTK, etc.) so I can use that to increase the efficacy of my maze building—I'm always trying to get to a new personal best, whether solo or with a friend.”
- “Beautiful visuals and superb performance.”
- “[b]Smooth performance:[/b] No hiccups or slowdowns during intense gameplay—a commendable achievement.”
- “Maybe for balancing reasons, but I suspect for sure that the devs decided they don't want players to place so many towers due to performance reasons.”
- “I would like to know more details about how some of the game mechanics work (how long do freeze effects last? Can poison actually kill a target or merely deplete its HP? etc.). Additionally, I want more data on the performance of each individual turret (number of kills, effective DPS, average TTK, etc.) so I can improve my maze building—I'm always trying to achieve a new personal best, whether solo or with a friend.”
- “The optimization is lacking; there are noticeable performance issues that detract from the overall experience.”
stability
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally praised, with most users reporting smooth performance and minimal bugs. However, some players have noted issues such as glitches that affect level completion and a slow progression system, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Runs great on deck with minor camera control tweaks.”
- “Immensely satisfying, not buggy, graphically great, and a funny, and peculiarly dystopian story/setting.”
- “Boring attempts at humor, subpar level design, a painfully slow progression system, and glitches that don’t save the fact you completed a level.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is noted for its unique and interesting storytelling, complemented by well-designed maps. However, some users feel the color palette appears washed out, which may be a subjective artistic choice by the creator.
- “I found the story of Axon interestingly written and atmospheric.”
- “The maps are nice, and the atmosphere is unique.”
- “It's a tad ugly in its colors and atmosphere, feeling washed out a little, but that's more a subjective and intentional choice from the creator.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be enjoyable, as it offers a substantial number of upgrades without resorting to pay-to-win mechanics. The grind is seen as a natural and fun part of the gameplay, aligning well with the expectations for mobile tower defense games.
- “Upgrades can be grindy, but there are plenty of them.”
- “Very fun game and what tower defense games on mobile should be like; no pay-to-win here, just grinding as it should be.”