Games Like Orcs Must Die! Unchained

Slice, burn, toss, zap, grind and gib massive hordes of repugnant orcs in this long-awaited successor to the award-winning Orcs Must Die! series.

Why similar: Tower Defense 44.6%, Co-op 21.6%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Strategy 7%, PvE 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: The most direct successor to the series, offering refined action-tower defense gameplay and massive siege scenarios.

You’ve tossed, burned and sliced them by the thousands – now orcs must die more than ever before! Grab a friend and slay orcs in untold numbers in this sequel to the 2011 AIAS Strategy Game of the Year from Robot Entertainment.

Why similar: Tower Defense 51.2%, Co-op 19.7%, Multiplayer 7.1%, Strategy 6.6%, Action 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential co-op experience in the series that perfectly balances trap placement with character-based combat.

Slice them, burn them, skewer them, and launch them - no matter how you get it done, orcs must die in this fantasy action-strategy game from Robot Entertainment.

Why similar: Tower Defense 71.4%, Strategy 8.9%, Action 5.9%, Third Person 4.2%, Fantasy 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: The original title that established the core formula of third-person action combined with strategic trap management.

Create a hero from one of four classes to save Etheria in this 4-player coop Tower Defense Action-RPG. Includes Steam exclusive Portal gun & TF2 familiars!

Why similar: Tower Defense 41.1%, Multiplayer 19.2%, Strategy 6.9%, Survival 6.8%, PvE 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic co-op action-tower defense game that features deep character progression and class-based strategy.

Dungeon Defenders: Awakened is co-op Tower Defense combined with epic Action RPG combat. You’re able to join forces with up to four players to take on a never-ending army of orcs, demons, and dragons! Are your defenses strong enough to save the world of Etheria?

Why similar: Tower Defense 34%, Co-op 19.8%, Multiplayer 16.1%, Strategy 7.1%, Survival 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern reimagining of the original Dungeon Defenders with updated graphics and refined gameplay mechanics.

Dungeon Defenders II is a cooperative Action Tower Defense game packed with roleplaying elements like loot, leveling, and pets.

Why similar: Tower Defense 46.1%, Multiplayer 26.3%, Survival 8.5%, Online Co-Op 8.1%, Third Person 5%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play action-tower defense game that emphasizes team coordination and hero-based combat.

Sanctum 2 is the sequel to the world’s first Tower Defense/FPS hybrid game. Pick from four unique character classes and embark on a mission to protect the oxygen-producing Cores from hordes of deadly aliens who are threatened by their existence.

Why similar: Tower Defense 55.3%, Co-op 18.8%, Multiplayer 7%, Strategy 6.7%, Action 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A polished blend of first-person shooting and tower defense that requires careful maze building and active defense.

You think Tower Defense games are all about building? You thought wrong. Sanctum is not your average Tower Defense title. When the havoc starts, you get to join the fray! As one of the world’s first First Person Shooter - Tower Defense games, Sanctum has taken the best of both worlds to deliver an epic, one-of-a-kind experience.

Why similar: Tower Defense 59.3%, Co-op 16.5%, Strategy 7.9%, Multiplayer 6.4%, Action 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: The original FPS-tower defense hybrid that pioneered the genre by forcing players to build defenses while fighting on the front lines.

Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap combines chaotic third-person combat with devious trap-laying strategy. Enjoy endless replayability as your War Mage grows stronger through roguelite progression. Repel relentless orc hordes solo or with up to 4 players.

Why similar: Tower Defense 34.4%, Co-op 19.1%, Multiplayer 11.9%, Strategy 7.5%, PvE 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the franchise, introducing roguelite elements to the classic action-tower defense formula.

Deathtrap is a Tower Defense game with strong action-RPG elements, a game of vicious tricks, killing machines, rotating blades and splattering blood.

Why similar: Tower Defense 45.8%, Co-op 18.5%, Multiplayer 12.4%, Strategy 8.1%, Action 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that integrates complex tower defense mechanics, perfect for players who enjoy character builds and trap synergy.

An infinitely replayable multiplayer and single-player tower defense. Defend against waves of enemies and destroy the enemy's king before they destroy yours. Legion TD 2 is a one-of-a-kind game of tactics, teamwork, and prediction. Party as 1-8 players.

Why similar: Tower Defense 40.8%, Co-op 14.9%, Multiplayer 14.4%, Strategy 7.8%, PvE 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A competitive lane-based tower defense game that focuses on strategic unit placement and economy management.

Join The Mobile Trench Brigade and protect humanity from the evil Monovision menace!

Why similar: Tower Defense 55.2%, Co-op 21.2%, Strategy 13.7%, Action 8.6%, Funny 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: A unique action-strategy game where you pilot mechs to defend against waves of enemies using both weapons and turrets.

The Bloons are back and better than ever! Get ready for a massive 3D tower defense game designed to give you hours and hours of the best strategy gaming available.

Why similar: Tower Defense 49.5%, Co-op 16.5%, Multiplayer 14.1%, Strategy 9.8%, Online Co-Op 4%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for modern tower defense, offering immense strategic depth and constant updates.

An addictive fast-paced hybrid of Card games & Tower-Defense. Play 1v1 - or bring a friend for 2v2 - and engage in epic online multiplayer battles full of innovative strategy and awesome plays! Collect 200+ cards with unique mechanics, all free!

Why similar: Tower Defense 27.4%, Co-op 20.5%, Multiplayer 15.5%, PvE 11.2%, Strategy 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced lane-based strategy game that combines card-collecting mechanics with MOBA-style combat.

Command your TOY SOLDIERS in epic, action-packed battles.

Why similar: Tower Defense 69.3%, Strategy 20.5%, Action 9.7%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: A strategic action game that allows you to take direct control of individual units and turrets during intense defensive battles.

Play as a giant troll in One Troll Army - a defense game about building forts, upgrading your troll, and fighting off waves of enemies. Play Against The Twitch Chat!

Why similar: Tower Defense 44.9%, Strategy 40.8%, Multiplayer 8.9%, Fantasy 2.9%, Action 2%

Why You'll Like It: A simple but addictive free-to-play game focused on defending a fortress against endless waves of attackers.

Tower Wars combines elements of tower defense, RTS, and all-out multi-player mayhem to bring you a completely unique experience, delivered with a fun and funny not-so-old world style!

Why similar: Tower Defense 66.4%, Multiplayer 11%, Co-op 10.3%, Strategy 9.7%, Action 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: A competitive multiplayer tower defense game that pits players against each other in a race to build and destroy.

GO GIGANTIC! THE UNIQUE MOBA HERO SHOOTER RETURNS!

Why similar: MOBA 52.8% ★, Multiplayer 21.4%, Action 10.1%, PvP 8.7%, Third Person 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A team-based action game that features MOBA-like objectives and high-mobility combat.

Use your power, show your might! Play this Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game! AWESOMENAUTS combines 2D platforming with team-based strategy and hero based action. Whether you are a new recruit or an intergalactic legend, play AWESOMENAUTS!

Why similar: MOBA 56.3% ★, Multiplayer 18.8%, Co-op 13.1%, Strategy 4.7%, Action 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D MOBA that emphasizes action-platforming and team-based lane pushing.

Gather coins, build defenses and reclaim your fallen Kingdom. Explore and uncover secrets, unlock new technologies and protect your crown versus waves of Greed monsters that come at night. Kingdom is a solo or co-op micro-strategy and tower defense game set in an atmospheric pixel world.

Why similar: Tower Defense 46.6%, Co-op 16.9%, Multiplayer 11.5%, Strategy 7.6%, Survival 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling strategy game that focuses on base building and defending your kingdom from nightly waves of enemies.

Defense Grid: The Awakening is a unique spin on tower defense gameplay that will appeal to players of all skill levels. A horde of enemies is invading, and it's up to the player to stop them by strategically building fortification towers around their base.

Why similar: Tower Defense 87.8%, Strategy 11.1%, Singleplayer 1%, Adventure 0.1%

Why You'll Like It: A pure tower defense experience that focuses on map layout and resource management for maximum defensive efficiency.

From the creators of Bloons TD6... Bloons TD Battles 2 is a brand new installment of the top-rated head-to-head tower defense game. Gather your Hero, choose your team of powerful Monkey Towers, and prepare to battle one on one against other players and relentless waves of Bloons!

Why similar: Tower Defense 51%, Multiplayer 21.3%, Strategy 11.7%, PvP 7.7%, Action 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A competitive tower defense game that focuses on outsmarting opponents in head-to-head lane battles.

Dungeon of the ENDLESS™ is a Rogue-Like Dungeon-Defense game, in which the player and their team of heroes must protect the generator of their crashed ship while exploring an ever-expanding dungeon, all while facing waves of monsters and special events as they try to find their way out...

Why similar: Tower Defense 55.2%, Co-op 17.1%, Strategy 15.5%, Survival 6.4%, RPG 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A strategic blend of tower defense and roguelike exploration that requires careful resource management under pressure.

Get ready for an epic journey to defend your kingdom against hordes of orcs, trolls, evil wizards and other nasty fiends using a vast arsenal of towers and spells at your command!Fight on forests, mountains and wastelands, customizing your defensive strategy with different tower upgrades and specializations!

Why similar: Tower Defense 74.6%, Strategy 11.3%, Fantasy 4.2%, Action 4%, Funny 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical tower defense game that emphasizes hero placement and specialized tower upgrades.

The epic tower defense dark fantasy journey continues! Create powerful gems with various abilities and take on the battle against an endlessly flowing army of monsters, and face the growing darkness as you fight your way back towards the Spiritforge.

Why similar: Tower Defense 67.7%, Strategy 15.1%, Action 8.2%, Fantasy 7.8%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply complex tower defense game that allows for intricate trap combinations and strategic spellcasting.

Anomaly 2 is a sequel to the critically acclaimed Anomaly Warzone Earth. Maintaining the core elements of the original, Anomaly 2 adds plenty of new features: unit morphing, over million tactical combinations, post-apo world and tower defense vs tower offense multiplayer mode.

Why similar: Tower Defense 56.3%, Strategy 23.8%, Action 9.7%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: A reverse tower defense game where you lead a convoy through enemy-controlled territory, requiring tactical pathing and combat.

Go head to head with other players in a Bloon-popping battle for victory. From the creators of best-selling Bloons TD 6, this all new Battles game is specially designed for multiplayer combat, featuring the ability to control bloons directly and send them charging past your opponent's defenses.

Why similar: Tower Defense 50.4%, Multiplayer 19.5%, Strategy 10.6%, Co-op 8.4%, PvP 3.6%

AirMech® Strike is a fast paced Action-RTS game that can be played solo, coop, or competitively online. Earn Kudos and Experience in battle and unlock a wide collection of AirMechs and Units while you practice the perfect strategy to emerge victorious!

Why similar: MOBA 38.9% ★, Multiplayer 21.1%, Strategy 12.9%, Co-op 11.6%, Action 4.9%

Brace yourself for a brand new action-packed Open World. Explore a huge world to gather materials for gear and defenses. Use everything at your disposal to defend your bases and defeat hordes of hostile monsters. Play solo or up to 8-player online!

Why similar: Tower Defense 36.8%, Co-op 19.4%, Multiplayer 16.1%, Strategy 7.5%, Survival 6.4%

PANZAR is a fantasy multiplayer third-person shooter. You get to choose from eight unique character classes, team-based PvP battles, exciting PvE adventures and regular tournaments with real prizes. Advanced RPG elements, the non-target combat system and the most modern graphics by CryEngine 3 will make your combat experience...

Why similar: MOBA 24.7% ★, Multiplayer 21.4%, Co-op 12.8%, Massively Multiplayer 9.4%, Action 8.4%

CREEPS CRUMBLE. HEROES RISE. Command a team of renegade heroes and impale, slash, tear and burn through legions of undead hell-bent on world domination. Your mission: to defeat the world’s most powerful vampire, Count Necrosis.

Why similar: Tower Defense 66.3%, Strategy 9%, Co-op 7.7%, Multiplayer 6.6%, Action 4.3%

Grab your hammers and start to craft in this co-op Tavern Defense for one to four players. As a team of Dwarves, you must gather supplies and build towers to protect your beloved brewery. Learn to cooperate to achieve victory in this chaotic multiplayer game!

Why similar: Tower Defense 35.4%, Co-op 19.6%, Multiplayer 10%, Strategy 7.9%, PvE 7.5%

Five-star tower defense with unrivaled depth and replayability. The Bloons are back in full HD glory and this time they mean business! Build awesome towers, choose your favorite upgrades, hire new Special Agents, and pop every last invading Bloon in the most popular tower defense series in history.

Why similar: Tower Defense 55.4%, Co-op 17%, Strategy 10.2%, Multiplayer 9%, Action 3.4%

Crystal Clash is a mix of Lane Battles and Deckbuilding - with action-packed tug-of-war strategy, just like your favorite RTS mods from back in the day! :) Play 2v2 or co-op with a friend, or pair up with new allies and enemies! Collect cards, build your decks and have fun crushing your enemies!

Why similar: Tower Defense 35.7%, MOBA 23.4% ★, Multiplayer 14.4%, Strategy 7.6%, PvE 7.3%

A modern hybrid of the classic RTS and modern Tower Defense. Recruit soldiers, place them on slots and let them shoot incoming waves of zombies by their own. Order supplies, throw grenades, order airstrikes and many more... Perfect mix of strategy, tactics and micromanagement.

Why similar: Tower Defense 54.8%, Multiplayer 16.4%, Strategy 9.6%, Survival 9%, Action 4.7%

Embark on an epic sci-fi, free-to-play adventure. Spacelords is a brand-new take on the shooter genre. Through its 4 vs 1 campaign, you experience both sides of the story: Join the Raiders in their fight to free the legendary Broken Planet, or switch sides and fight as the Antagonist alongside the invading hordes!

Why similar: Co-op 24.8%, Multiplayer 20%, Action 18.7%, Strategy 8.5%, PvE 7.7%

Combining Roguelite, Action RPG, and Tower Defense gameplay into a crazy free-for-all, where it’s you and up to three friends versus hordes of enemies. Select your hero, survive the waves of foes, unlock new weapons and runes, and take on the bosses that await you!

Why similar: Co-op 30.7%, Multiplayer 21.9%, PvE 12%, Action 7.4%, Third Person 7.1%

Onraid is a challenging 2D shooter game, where you are free to develop your own play style and tactics to destroy your enemies.

Why similar: Multiplayer 27%, Co-op 22.1%, Massively Multiplayer 11.2%, Strategy 10.9%, Action 10.1%

Shuffle your cards and ready your dice - Card Hunter is a fresh new card gaming spin on classic tabletop RPGs. Battle your way through a massive campaign solo or with friends and compete with other players in ranked play and tournaments.

Why similar: Co-op 38.2%, Multiplayer 28.6%, Strategy 16.8%, Fantasy 9%, RPG 5.1%

Crusaders of the Lost Idols is an idle game of heroic awesomeness! Create a band of fighters to fight monsters, earn gold and create strategies for the perfect formations over multiple campaigns! Upgrade your heroes, collect unique gear, and unlock new Crusaders in regular new events.

Why similar: Strategy 26.7%, Multiplayer 25.1%, Fantasy 16%, Funny 15.8%, RPG 6.2%

Defenders 2, - an exciting hybrid of Tower Defense and CCG, - is now available on Steam! Challenge endless hordes of monsters: build an impassable defense on their path and protect your mines. Collect all the unique towers and prove that even a tornado is not an obstacle for you.

Why similar: Tower Defense 68.9%, Strategy 13.4%, Massively Multiplayer 9.7%, Survival 4.3%, Fantasy 2.8%

Team up or face it alone in this top down zombie slaying defense adventure! Featuring up to 4 player online co-op, cleanse the infected wave by wave and upgrade your base with traps & defenses to build the Ultimate Zombie Defense. Can YOU stop them?

Why similar: Tower Defense 38.9%, Co-op 18.1%, Multiplayer 12.4%, Action 9.1%, Survival 7.4%

Welcome to the world of CastleStorm, a super genre mashup of 2D physics destruction mashed with tower defense brawler! CastleStorm was born out of the fond childhood memory of building and destroying LEGO castles.

Why similar: Tower Defense 48.7%, Co-op 15.4%, Strategy 10.6%, Multiplayer 8.6%, Action 6.7%

Trial of Empires TD, is a Free to Play 3D tower defense game. Pick your ally and build your strategy with different combinations. Compete with other players on the Leaderboards with Single-Player or CO-OP game modes

Why similar: Tower Defense 37.2%, Co-op 22.5%, Multiplayer 17.9%, Strategy 8.4%, Action 6.7%

Element TD 2 sees you combine powerful elements to create unique towers. Prove your defenses against challenging foes, and compete or cooperate with others to determine who has mastered the elements.

Why similar: Tower Defense 41.6%, Multiplayer 15.3%, Co-op 13.1%, Strategy 8.5%, PvE 8.1%

Work together or die alone! Fight to restore peace to London or tear it down for profit in the most challenging team based shooter around.

Why similar: Multiplayer 41.7%, Co-op 23.8%, Action 10.9%, FPS 9.9%, PvP 6.5%