Rush defense: idle TD

In "Rush Defense: Idle TD," players protect their territory from enemy invasions by strategically placing defense towers and upgrading them. The game uses an "fight, upgrade, protect" loop, where players earn resources from defeating enemies, which can be used to improve their defenses. As players progress, they unlock new tower types and abilities to help them defend against increasingly challenging waves of attackers.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

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

Reviews

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 163 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

monetization31 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a decent time-wasting experience.
There are many upgrades available, which adds depth to the gameplay.
The no-ads option is appreciated and enhances the overall experience.

Game progression is painfully slow, requiring excessive time or money to advance.
The game is flooded with long, unskippable ads that disrupt gameplay.
Customer support is virtually nonexistent, making it difficult to resolve issues.

monetization
34 mentions
6 % positive mentions
3 % neutral mentions
91 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for its excessive reliance on ads, with many players reporting long ad durations and frequent interruptions that detract from gameplay. While there are options to purchase ad removal, players feel that meaningful progression without spending money is nearly impossible, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. Overall, the monetization approach has left many users frustrated and fatigued, overshadowing the otherwise enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “I played this game for several weeks, got the no ads, and it was great.”
- “If you are unlucky enough, they will make you watch ads -within- ads for a full two minutes.”
- “It's a decent game, but like many, if you want to achieve any meaningful progression without spending money, then you need to watch all of the many optional ads.”
- “Would be better if the general monetization you've developed wasn't so money hungry.”
gameplay
9 mentions
56 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the mechanics and depth, particularly in tower defense elements, while others criticize it for being repetitive, heavily reliant on ads, and slow progress for free players. Many users express frustration over the idle nature of the game and server issues, which hinder the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, some players appreciate the customer support and the potential for engaging gameplay.
- “Good gameplay, good customer support.”
- “Good game mechanics.”
- “Had great depth and progression mechanics.”
- “And the sad thing about it is I was actually enjoying the gameplay, and they ruined it with too many ads.”
- “Repetitive gameplay.”
- “You won't unlock any towers until maybe a week of idle gameplay, taking up your phone the entire time because of the red shards. Very bad model, to be honest.”
grinding
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect, noting that significant effort is required to achieve goals, such as collecting blue diamonds and completing tasks, only to encounter paywalls for further progress. While some find the grind rewarding in terms of daily activities, the overall experience is marred by a perceived imbalance in rewards and the potential for pay-to-win mechanics, leading to mixed feelings about the game's longevity and enjoyment.
- “After painstakingly grinding 500 blue diamonds, choosing a logo, making a name, and writing a blurb, it wouldn't let me until I bought their stupid monthly subscription.”
- “It can be pay to win, but really purchasing the lifetime ad pack and then grinding every day allows you to get way ahead in the game.”
- “Odd reward system too; 15 gems for finally grinding to round 175 or easily 100 gems a day just doing dailies. Still fun for a week, 4/10.”
music
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Players express frustration over the game's inability to run simultaneously with music apps, limiting their ability to enjoy personal soundtracks while playing. This restriction has negatively impacted their overall experience with the game.
- “I liked the game, until I learned that I can't have a music app and this game open at the same time. Can't have music and this app playing at the same time?”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, particularly with tournament battle algorithms that fail to reward players for wins, alongside persistent game glitches that remain unaddressed by the developers.
- “The algorithms for tournament battles don't work; if you play the events, the game will not reward you if you win, and they completely ignore any issues with the game glitches.”
- “The game crashes frequently during crucial moments, making it impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I've encountered numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, and the developers seem unresponsive to fixing these stability issues.”
graphics
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The graphics are significantly improved compared to the previous tower game, offering a visually enhanced experience without the interruption of forced ads.
- “The graphics are stunning, bringing the game world to life with incredible detail.”
- “The visual design is breathtaking, making every scene a joy to explore.”
- “The art style is unique and captivating, enhancing the overall gaming experience.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
story
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the story aspect, highlighting issues with quest rewards that are not being granted, even after multiple inquiries. This suggests a lack of engagement and satisfaction with the narrative progression tied to gameplay rewards.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”