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Dungeon Defenders

PlayStation 3, Linux, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Xbox 360 • 2011

Should you play it?

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!

What works

  • Deep and engaging tower defense gameplay
  • Strong cooperative multiplayer experience
  • Extensive character progression and loot system
  • Large amount of content and replayability
  • Active and supportive community

Things to keep in mind

  • Grindy endgame progression
  • Some cheating and toxic players reported
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Interface and graphics feel dated
  • Many features behind dlc

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Orcs Must Die! 2

  • Deathtrap

  • Bloodsports.TV

  • Dungeon Defenders II

  • Bravery and Greed

  • HELLCARD: Prologue

Less competitive

Games that feels like Dungeon Defenders but with less competition against others

  • Demeo

  • Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked

  • Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition

  • Gatewalkers (Alpha)

  • Gloomhaven

  • The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut

Less leadership-focused

Games that feels like Dungeon Defenders but with less leadership over others

  • SWORN

  • Torchlight II

  • Orcs Must Die! 3

  • Apocalypse Party

  • Vellum

  • Skeletal Avenger

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Dungeon Defenders: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Status, Competition, Cooperation.

Last update: 21/08/2026