Tower Factory

Release Date: November 7, 2024 Early Access

Strategy, fantasy, RTS, tower defense, indie games, singleplayer

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A tower defence strategy with procedurally generated levels and an isometric view. Our job in Tower Factory is to optimize resource production using conveyors, place the turrets to defeat incoming waves of enemies, and locate & destroy the enemy castle.

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Tower Factory is a representative of tower defense strategy genre, distinguished by the automation of resource production using conveyor belts. It was developed by the Spanish independent creator Gius Caminiti.

Plot

The game takes us to a fantasy world where we build a factory to ensure the defense of our fortress against hordes of enemies. Threats come in the form of agarics, flies, and crab-like monsters. It is also our task to destroy the enemy castle. Tower Factory does not offer an extensive story content, focusing on strategic gameplay.

Gameplay

We start in Tower Factory by building a factory from scratch. Once this is done we gather and process resources (such as wood and stone) needed to build increasingly better towers.We can rely on automatic sawmills, quarries and, above all, belt conveyors. By exploring the randomly generated map we gain access to more resources, new buildings and improvements over time. We use lit fires to clear the fog in search of the enemy's castle, treasures, and a place to expand.

We are hindered by the approaching waves of monsters (especially at night). We must defend ourselves against them by surrounding our headquarters with a number of turrets, featuring hidden spikes, cannons, catapults, large crossbows, or crystals that hit beasts with a beam. Various weapons has various striking power and attack effects. Apart from strategically placing them on the boards, we can also set a priority target for them. Opponents in Tower Factory move along a designated path, which allows for planning an effective fortress defense system.

Regardless of the outcomes of demanding battles, we acquire points that we can invest in improvements for future matches.

Graphics

Tower Factory presents a simple colorful visual setting. We look at the world in isometric view.

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[0:50] Tower Factory Tower Factory Demo Trailer

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All Reviews: Very Positive (507)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Unique Gameplay: The combination of tower defense and resource automation creates a fresh and engaging experience, appealing to fans of both genres.
Challenging and Addictive: Many players appreciate the game's difficulty and the sense of accomplishment that comes from overcoming challenges.
Visual Appeal: The graphics and overall design are praised for being vibrant and polished, enhancing the gaming experience.
Variety of Enemies and Towers: The game features a good variety of enemy types and a fleshed-out skill tree, allowing for strategic depth.
Active Developer: Players express appreciation for the solo developer's responsiveness to feedback and updates.

The main cons of the game

Luck-Based Progression: Many reviews highlight that success often hinges on luck, particularly regarding resource availability and map generation, leading to feelings of frustration.
Repetitive Gameplay: Some players find the gameplay becomes monotonous after a few hours, with a lack of significant variation between levels.
Slow Progression and High Grind: Users express dissatisfaction with the slow pace of progression and the grind required to unlock upgrades and new content. This often results in repetitive playthroughs of the first level.
Lack of Control: The inability to pause the game during waves of enemies makes strategic planning difficult, which some players find stressful.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Pause and Speed-Up Options: A common request is for a pause function to allow players to strategize without the pressure of ongoing gameplay, as well as a speed-up option to make resource gathering and building less tedious.
More Levels and Content: Players desire additional levels, challenges, and gameplay modes to prevent the experience from feeling limited.
Improved Resource Management: Suggestions include better visibility for resource needs and the ability to upgrade existing towers and belts without needing to dismantle and replace them.
Enhanced Progression Mechanics: Many users suggest adding more meaningful rewards for advancing levels or implementing roguelite mechanics that diversify gameplay on repeated runs.

Summary

Overall, while Tower Factory has a solid foundation and engaging core mechanics, players are looking for improvements in progression, control, and content variety to enhance their experience.

Summary generated on: December 2, 2024