Rocky Desert Swarm - A Tower Defense Game (SPOTLIGHT Nod)
http://lbp.me/v/c5myy7
It's been a while since I've posted here. I've been working on a level so I figured I might as well post it here!
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Rocky Desert Swarm is a tower defense with small elements from standard RTS's mixed in. For example, instead of getting points from defeating enemies, you earn points through "mining". You can build upgrade buildings that upgrade your mining speed and unlock more towers. Also, enemies do not disappear once they reach your base. Instead, they swarm around and attack your base until they are destroyed by your defensive structures.
I did get a little inspiration from the Galactic Defense level in that you may only build defensive structures in certain spots on the map. However, I believe that's where the similarities end. There isn't a set number of waves. The first few waves are made to give a nice sense of pace and progression as all three paths are opened up and all the enemies are introduced. After that, though, enemies will come at you endlessly until you are overwhelmed and your base is destroyed.
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Unfortunately, because of thermometer limitations there is only one map. However this one map is quite large and there are three pathways for enemies to come through. Besides, I feel that having only one map adds to the survival challenge feel as there is an endless number of waves.
One more thing, there are enemies that can shoot/explode and destroy your towers. This can make things quite fast paced when you have to pay attention to your buildings and replace them while attending to your Destroyers to fend off the swarms of enemies!
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Anyways, I'm starting to sound like I'm reviewing my own level. If you want to give it a shot yourself, click that lbp.me link and add it to your queue! If the first time you play it is too easy for you, you can win a sticker at the end of the level that unlocks a more difficult mode with stronger enemies and weaker buildings.
I'll try my best to return feedback, but I can't promise to be the quickest person alive. I'm also open to suggestions! Most importantly, though, I hope you all enjoy playing this! So, have fun and thank you for playing! :)
http://lbp.me/v/c5myy7