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Robin Hood: Sherwood Defenders

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39%Game Brain Score
atmosphere
gameplay, graphics
59% User Score Based on 17 reviews

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Robin Hood: Sherwood Defenders is a single player action game. It was developed by MeanAstronauts and was released on March 10, 2025. It received neutral reviews from players.

As the legendary Robin Hood, fight the Sheriff's forces in the open field by defending the Merry Men's allies from invasions in this tower defense game. Produce resources, build up your fortifications, place units, and then join in the battle yourself!

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59%
Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews
atmosphere3 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique blend of tower defense and action gameplay, allowing players to actively participate in battles as Robin Hood.
  • There is a satisfying sense of strategy in managing resources and fortifying defenses, especially in the early stages of the game.
  • Players appreciate the potential for challenging gameplay and the novelty of defending against waves of enemies while controlling a legendary character.
  • The game suffers from a lack of information and clarity, making it difficult for players to understand mechanics and strategies.
  • Many players find the difficulty spikes frustrating, particularly in later waves, leading to repetitive gameplay and a sense of endurance rather than strategic evolution.
  • The visuals and overall presentation are considered modest and lacking polish, which detracts from the immersive experience of the game.
  • gameplay
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is centered on a preparation and execution loop that combines direct action with tower defense mechanics, offering a novel experience for players. However, the execution is hindered by shallow progression systems and a lack of significant evolution over time, leading to limited long-term appeal. While some players appreciate the ambition, others find the gameplay poorly designed and unengaging.

    • “At its core, the gameplay loop revolves around preparation and execution.”
    • “Many players appreciate the ambition behind merging direct action with tower defense mechanics and enjoy the novelty of actively fighting alongside their defenses.”
    • “However, its long-term appeal is limited by shallow progression systems and a gameplay loop that does not evolve significantly over time.”
    • “Character models and effects do their job without standing out, and while the audio design supports combat and atmosphere competently, it rarely elevates the experience beyond its mechanical foundations.”
    • “It's so poorly designed gameplay-wise that I've never played a worse game of this type.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics effectively convey the forest environments, but the visuals and animations are seen as functional rather than polished, lacking the detail needed for memorable battles. This aesthetic supports a systems-driven gameplay experience rather than a cinematic one.

    • “The forest environments communicate the setting effectively, creating an immersive experience.”
    • “The overall aesthetic reinforces the sense of a focused, systems-driven game, enhancing the gameplay experience.”
    • “The overall aesthetic reinforces the sense of a focused, systems-driven game rather than a richly cinematic one.”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern titles.”
    • “Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them feel lifeless.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is generally competent, with character models and effects fulfilling their roles without making a significant impact. While the audio design supports the combat and overall ambiance, it often fails to enhance the experience beyond the game's mechanical elements.

    • “The character models and effects blend seamlessly into the environment, creating a cohesive atmosphere that enhances immersion.”
    • “The audio design complements the combat and overall atmosphere, adding depth to the experience without overshadowing the gameplay.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is captivating, drawing players into its world and making every moment feel significant.”
    • “Character models and effects do their job without standing out, and while the audio design supports combat and atmosphere competently, it rarely elevates the experience beyond its mechanical foundations.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is primarily centered around defensive scenarios in Sherwood Forest, where players defend against waves of enemies loyal to the Sheriff of Nottingham, rather than offering open-world exploration or a deep narrative. Players express a desire for additional story content, particularly for builders.

    • “I'm hoping they release a new story for builders!”
    • “Instead of focusing on open-world exploration or narrative-heavy storytelling, the game centers on repeated defensive scenarios set in and around Sherwood Forest, where players must protect allied structures and positions from waves of enemy forces loyal to the Sheriff of Nottingham.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization of "Sherwood Defenders" has been criticized as a cash grab, with users noting that it heavily relies on assets from the creators' previous game, "Robin Hood: Sherwood Builders," suggesting a lack of originality and effort.

    • “Based on the fact that the game is from the creators of Robin Hood: Sherwood Builders and everything here are assets from the previous game, I honestly think that Sherwood Defenders is a cheap, zero-effort cash grab - and not a good one.”
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Robin Hood: Sherwood Defenders is a action game.

Robin Hood: Sherwood Defenders is available on PC and Windows.

Robin Hood: Sherwood Defenders was released on March 10, 2025.

Robin Hood: Sherwood Defenders was developed by MeanAstronauts.

Robin Hood: Sherwood Defenders has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its gameplay.

Robin Hood: Sherwood Defenders is a single player game.

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