Terrorhedron
- July 24, 2014
- Dan Walters
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"Terrorhedron" is a 3D tower defense strategy game, available for single-player and multiplayer co-op with up to 8 players. Its innovative mechanics include programmable turrets and 3D gameplay, providing a fresh, challenging, and intricate experience. Engage in cooperative defense against colorful Terrorhedron spheres in attractive abstract landscapes, with the goal of unlocking new upgrades and tracks.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Unique 3D gameplay adds a refreshing twist to the tower defense genre.
- Engaging and challenging mechanics that require strategic planning and creativity.
- Great value for the price, offering hours of fun and replayability.
- Camera controls can be awkward and difficult to manage.
- Limited content with only a few levels and towers, leading to potential repetitiveness.
- Multiplayer functionality is complicated and may require port forwarding, making it less accessible.
- music56 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players praising its catchy, upbeat chiptune soundtrack that enhances the overall experience and adds a retro feel. However, some users find the music can become repetitive or annoying over time, suggesting a need for more variety. Overall, while the soundtrack is generally well-received, opinions vary on its long-term enjoyment.
“Fun game, worth the dollar to play, and a catchy soundtrack.”
“The most underrated tower defense game I've ever found, amazing soundtrack, great retro feel with 8-bit music.”
“The music is great and really adds to the minimalist tech feel that the game provides.”
“Main menu music is annoyingly bad.”
“The music is bad and more of an annoyance.”
“The music can get grating after a bit (but you can turn it off).”
- gameplay49 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its challenging and addictive nature, featuring innovative tower defense mechanics and creative maps that enhance strategic depth. While some players note issues with controls and occasional glitches, the overall experience remains enjoyable, especially in multiplayer settings. The combination of engaging gameplay, a solid soundtrack, and a unique 3D design contributes to its appeal, making it a standout title in the tower defense genre.
“The gameplay feels well balanced, there is an acceptable mix of turrets and upgrades, the maps are creative, and I like the music.”
“This is a great tower defense game with addictive gameplay and a fun level-up system.”
“Very fun and nice strategy tower defense game, the 3D aspect makes it original, also adding more mechanics and strategy to the mix.”
“A few bugs hinder the fine gameplay.”
“For 25 cents I thought I'd be getting a glitchy terrible game, and believe me, that is what I got, but despite not being able to copy and paste for multiplayer, having a lot of lag during gameplay, being unable to save in multiplayer (which is a huge pain when playing with others) and not having any sort of way to see what your friends are doing (just as bad as not being able to save), this game is great.”
“Interesting concept, unfortunately there's not many mechanics and it ultimately becomes a spam fest of one or two strategies.”
- graphics34 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally described as simple, minimalistic, and sometimes outdated, with many reviewers noting that they lack detail and sophistication. While some appreciate the retro aesthetic and find it charming, others feel that the visuals are plain and could benefit from an upgrade. Overall, the graphics serve their purpose for gameplay but are not a standout feature of the game.
“The art style might look very simple and minimalistic, but it is all part of the charm.”
“It has satisfying graphics and sound effects; you won't be disappointed.”
“The possibility to lock the turrets at specific targets is refreshing, and I really like the minimalist graphic style.”
“The graphics are plain and look very boring.”
“Graphics are not that interesting and very simple and plain.”
“The co-op multiplayer is some janky type-in-ip shit, the graphics are less stylistic choice and more babby's first 3D renders, the music is annoying and not very good, and there's no meat to the game besides a tacked-on level up system to pad the game out and restrict your building options.”
- stability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 86 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players report minor glitches that do not significantly impact gameplay, others experience more frequent bugs and issues, particularly with achievements and camera controls. Despite these problems, many users find the game enjoyable and worth the price.
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches, providing a seamless experience.”
“I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it allows me to focus on strategy rather than technical issues.”
“The performance is consistently reliable, making it easy to enjoy the game without interruptions.”
“Achievements are buggy; for some reason, the things you do unlock completely unrelated achievements.”
“The only downside is it is sometimes buggy, and the camera is horrible.”
“Really buggy...”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game manageable and well-paced, as it allows for gradual unlocking of towers and upgrades without becoming tedious. While some achievements may require extra effort, those familiar with tower defense games will likely not be deterred by the grind, as it is integrated into the learning process and progression. Overall, the grinding is seen as a necessary part of the experience that enhances gameplay rather than detracting from it.
“Maybe I am terrible, but I haven't gotten past the 3rd map on easy (3/8) maps and have been grinding away trying to level up to unlock tower upgrades.”
“Like most tower defense games, not all towers and upgrades are available at first; you have to do a bit of grinding to get to the good stuff.”
“You must grind a bit to unlock towers and upgrades for them; however, they do a wonderful job of scaling it so you are grinding as you are learning and unlocking new tracks, so it does not become a bore.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through its unique tower placement mechanics, allowing players to strategically buy and stack platforms, which enhances gameplay variety. The 3D perspective and the ability to create unlimited paths further contribute to its fun and engaging replay value. Overall, players find it to be very replayable.
“So basically you can only place buildings on the gray circles and not wherever you wanted to put it unlike most tower defense games, but you can buy platforms to extend possible tower placements and you can even stack platforms on top of platforms, giving it a lot more strategy and replayability.”
“The 3D perspective and unlimited paths you can create with the turret platforms is what makes this a unique and very fun game with replayability.”
“It is very replayable.”
“So basically you can only place buildings on the gray circles and not wherever you wanted to put it, unlike most tower defense games. You can buy platforms to extend possible tower placements, and you can even stack platforms on top of platforms, giving it a lot more strategy and replayability.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be genuinely entertaining, often laughing out loud while playing. The comedic elements, including the pricing, contribute to a fun and engaging experience that keeps players hooked for extended periods.
“At first, I was laughing at this game.”
“Really funny.”
“Ended up playing the whole night and laughing out loud.”
- story3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting the importance of perseverance. However, some users feel that the narrative is minimal, with a focus instead on gameplay mechanics and strategy rather than a developed storyline.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters and their journeys, making every decision feel impactful.”
“The narrative is rich and immersive, drawing you into a world filled with unexpected twists and emotional depth.”
“There is no story whatsoever, just pure defense.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features engaging levels, unique gameplay, and a fantastic soundtrack, all without the presence of microtransactions, which is positively noted by users.
“Cool levels, original gameplay and ideas, awesome soundtrack... no microtransactions.”
“The game offers a fair monetization model that doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
“I appreciate that the game provides plenty of content without requiring additional purchases.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players have noted that while the game is enjoyable and challenging, it requires better optimization, particularly for those using older hardware. The lack of resolution options and limited settings beyond fullscreen and volume adjustments have been highlighted as areas needing improvement.
“Great game, a bit of a mind twist at first and then even more so once you get used to it. Even on easy, it's quite challenging to beat the first level. It’s a lot of fun, but it needs some optimization. I'm running on an old potato, and even still, it doesn't seem like I would have trouble playing in full screen. However, there are no real options; the available settings only let you choose full screen or adjust the volume, with no resolution options or anything like that.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional experience, highlighting moments of joy and sadness, as well as intense engagement during critical gameplay situations that evoke a sense of urgency and attachment to their achievements.
“I laughed, I cried, and I built a last-minute save at the top of the map to make sure that last block didn't go down the godforsaken hole.”
