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Pixelate TD

Pixel art tower defense! Challenge infinite waves solo or battle players in 10-wave matches. 5 tower types, 7 enemies, BOSS every 5 waves. Choose upgrade cards after each wave to build your ultimate defense!

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Release Date:

Nov 14, 2025

Developer:

Chen Chia Yang

Publisher:

Chen Chia Yang

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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“We want to build a better game experience through community feedback. Pixelate Tower Defense already has complete core gameplay (infinite wave single-player, 10-wave VS battles, 5 towers, 7 enemies, BOSS fights), but we believe player input can help us fine-tune game balance, optimize controls, and decide which content to prioritize. Early Access allows us to shape the game's final form together with players.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We expect Early Access to last 2-6 months. The actual duration depends on player feedback and completion of planned features. We won't sacrifice quality to rush—we'll adjust flexibly based on development progress and community needs.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“We plan to continue improving the game during Early Access, focusing on both new content and overall polish.
Here are some of the areas we’re currently exploring:

New Content (planned):

Additional tower types (around 3–5 more)

New enemy types and variations

More card reward options

Achievement system

Leaderboard system (tracking highest wave records in single-player)

Potential new game modes

Improvements (under consideration):

Balance tuning based on player feedback

UI and UX refinements

Additional sound and visual effects

Performance optimization

Localization and translation enhancements”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The game is currently about 70-75% complete.

Completed Features:
- ✅ Full infinite wave single-player mode
- ✅ Full VS multiplayer mode (10 waves)
- ✅ 5 fully functional defense towers (Basic, Sniper, Cannon, Ice, Lightning)
- ✅ 7 enemy types + BOSS system (every 5 waves)
- ✅ Card reward upgrade system
- ✅ Procedurally generated maps
- ✅ Multi-language support (Chinese, English, Japanese)
- ✅ Complete sound system
- ✅ Cross-platform support (web and desktop)
- ✅ Idle mode

Core mechanics are fully playable. Early Access will focus on content expansion and balance tuning.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“Yes, the price will increase moderately at full release. Early Access players get the game at a lower price and receive all future updates as thanks for early support. The exact increase will depend on the amount of content added, but we promise it won't exceed 50-75%.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“We plan to maintain close contact with the community through multiple channels:

- Steam Forums: Regular checks and responses to feedback, suggestions, and bug reports
- Regular Dev Logs: Development progress updates every 2-4 weeks
- Community Polls: Let players vote on priority features
- Discord Server: Official Discord for real-time communication
- Beta Testing: Invite active players to test new features
- Balance Tuning: Continuous adjustments based on game data and player feedback

We believe game development should be a two-way conversation. Your input will directly influence the game's future direction!”

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About This Game

PIXELATE TD - Command Your Hero & Defend Your Castle!

Defend your castle in this retro pixel-art tower defense adventure with hero RPG elements!

PIXELATE TD combines classic tower defense strategy with hero combat and modern multiplayer action. Build powerful towers, command your knight hero, discover fusion towers, and compete against players worldwide in real-time PvP battles.

GAME MODES

• SOLO MODE - Infinite waves with strategic tower placement and hero progression

• VS MODE - Real-time multiplayer battles! Send mercenaries to overwhelm your opponent

• IDLE MODE - Automated tower defense for passive resource gathering

COMMAND YOUR HERO

Take control of a mighty knight hero who fights alongside your towers!

• Click anywhere to move your hero across the battlefield

• Auto-attacks nearby enemies with melee combat

• Gains XP from kills and levels up to become stronger

• Heals when near your castle

• Enhanced by powerful Support Towers

FIVE CORE TOWERS

• Basic Tower - Balanced all-rounder for early defense

• Sniper Tower - Ultra-long range precision attacks

• Cannon Tower - Devastating splash damage to multiple enemies

• Ice Tower - Slow enemies in their tracks

• Lightning Tower - Chain attacks that bounce between targets

TOWER EVOLUTION & FUSION SYSTEM

Unlock powerful advanced towers through evolution!

• Double-tap towers to evolve using 2 nearby towers of the same type

• Discover unique Fusion Towers by evolving mixed tower combinations

• Watch Tower - Longest range with devastating critical hits

• Mortar Tower - Devastating area bombardment

• Storm Tower - Precision lightning across multiple targets

• Blizzard Tower - Spreading frost with chain attacks

• Siege Tower - Tank buster with bonus damage to high HP enemies

• Sharpshooter Tower - Extreme precision long-range attacks

• Permafrost Tower - Permanent freeze with area control

SUPPORT TOWERS - BOOST YOUR HERO

Build special support towers that don't attack enemies but empower your hero!

• Strike Tower - Hero attacks 3 enemies at once

• Haste Tower - Doubles hero attack speed

• Might Tower - Doubles hero attack damage

• Requires resources to unlock these game-changing towers

RESOURCE HARVESTING

Your hero automatically collects resources from scenery objects:

• Trees provide Wood

• Rocks provide Stone

• Water sources provide Water

• Unlock powerful Support Towers with collected resources

DIVERSE ENEMIES

Face different enemy types including speedy scouts, armored tanks, deadly hounds, supply wagons, and massive bosses. Each wave increases in difficulty with mixed enemy compositions.

STRATEGIC CARD REWARDS

After each wave, choose powerful upgrade cards:

• Tower upgrades (range, damage, attack speed)

• Hero upgrades (stats and abilities)

• Resource bonuses (gold, double money)

• Castle repairs and fortifications

• Mercenary enhancements (VS mode only)

REAL-TIME MULTIPLAYER

Join public lobbies or create private rooms for friends. Use the mercenary system to send enemies to your opponent while defending your own castle. Monitor opponent status and race to survive all 10 waves!

KEY FEATURES

• Beautiful pixel art graphics with smooth animations

• Hero RPG progression system with leveling

• Dynamic path generation - every game is different

• Tower evolution and fusion discovery system

• Support towers that enhance hero combat

• Resource gathering and management

• Full sound design with BGM and SFX

• Multi-language support (English, Chinese, Japanese)

• Interactive tutorial for new players

System Requirements

Windows

macOS

SteamOS + Linux

Minimum:

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) or later
Processor: Intel Core i3 or AMD Ryzen 3 or better
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Integrated or dedicated GPU supporting OpenGL 2.1 or DirectX 11
DirectX: Version 11
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 500 MB available space
Sound Card: Any standard onboard sound card
VR Support: N/A
Additional Notes: Recommended to play at 1080p with mouse and keyboard.

Recommended:

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Minimum:

OS: macOS 12 Monterey or later
Processor: Apple M1 or Intel Core i3 (Universal build)
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Integrated or dedicated GPU supporting Metal or OpenGL 2.1
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 500 MB available space
Sound Card: Any standard onboard sound card
Additional Notes: Compatible with both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. Best experienced with mouse and keyboard.