Spoids

About

"Spoids" is a classic tower defense game where you, as the Remote Defense Space Station commander, defend against the invading Spoids in story missions across different planets. The unique objective-based system allows players of all skill levels to progress, earning medals and unlocking unlimited wave mode for additional replayability. Fight to stop the Spoids and save those in distress.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

69%

Audience ScoreBased on 95 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a good level design and enemy variety, making it enjoyable for tower defense fans.
It has a low price point, providing good value for the amount of content and challenge it offers.
The game has a nostalgic retro aesthetic and interesting voice acting that adds to the overall experience.

The game suffers from a lack of content, with only eight levels and no tower upgrades, which limits replayability.
Many players find the difficulty unbalanced, especially in later levels, making it frustrating rather than challenging.
Technical issues and outdated graphics detract from the experience, leading some to feel it doesn't meet modern gaming standards.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
69%
19%
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, with a moral that highlights perseverance in the face of challenges. While some players appreciate the effort put into the narrative, others feel it is merely an add-on to an otherwise average tower defense game, with predictable enemy patterns that can either enhance strategic planning or detract from excitement. Overall, the story is seen as a mixed element, with some players finding value in its themes despite the gameplay's shortcomings.
- “I appreciate the effort put into the story, and the gameplay was pretty good.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “It's a plot bolted on to a lackluster tower defense game.”
- “One downside, or plus depending on your point of view, each campaign mission has a set wave enemy generation and direction, so you can plan ahead if you play a mission over.”
- “- it even has a story”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
38%
25%
The gameplay is characterized by basic turret placement on a grid, with limited variety and no upgrades or special powers, leading to mixed reviews. While some players appreciate the visuals and story effort, many criticize the lack of depth and innovation, describing it as repetitive and uninspired. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a decent foundation that requires more variation to enhance the experience.
- “Beautiful visuals, varied gameplay and almost free, I recommend this game to everyone.”
- “I appreciate the effort put into the story, and the gameplay was pretty good.”
- “A decent game with great voice acting throughout gameplay!”
- “A decent base, but needs more variations in gameplay.”
- “Nothing new gameplay-wise, only 8 towers with no upgrades, no special powers, no mazing.”
- “The gameplay is lacking and the overall feel of the game is disappointing.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The game's graphics feature a retro pixel art style reminiscent of early arcade games, which some players appreciate for its nostalgic charm. While the visuals are simplistic and not groundbreaking, they are described as colorful and minimalist, contributing to an above-average presentation for a budget title. Overall, the graphics evoke a sense of nostalgia while maintaining an attractive aesthetic.
- “Beautiful visuals, varied gameplay, and almost free; I recommend this game to everyone.”
- “Above average presentation and an attractive minimalist yet colorful aesthetic combine to make a cheap TD game that is a cut above the rest in this price range.”
- “Nice graphics.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “The simplistic graphics remind me of early multi-colored vector arcade games (I think there were only like 8 of them).”
- “It has no unfair balance and no extraordinary graphics, too.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
The music in the game is generally well-received, providing a relaxing background that complements the gameplay. However, some users note that it can be repetitive, along with the voiceovers, which may detract from the overall experience.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Also, the music playing in the background goes great with the game.”
- “- Good music”
- “The music is repetitive and so are the voice overs.”
- “The music is repetitive and so are the voice overs.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the game's monetization strategy is viewed negatively, with users criticizing the developers for releasing it on Steam in 2017 without addressing existing issues, perceiving it as a cash grab rather than a genuine update.
- “Now, the game did come out in 2012, but there's no excuse for the developers choosing not to repair this defect before dumping it on Steam as a cash grab in 2017.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally report that the game is stable and free of bugs, indicating a smooth gameplay experience.
- “From what I could tell, it's bug free.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game does not involve traditional grinding mechanics often found in farming simulators, as it lacks recognizable animals and farming elements. This suggests a departure from typical grinding experiences, focusing instead on different gameplay aspects.