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Sir, We Have an Orc Problem

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2026

Should you play it?

Sir, We Have an Orc Problem is an incremental-style tower defense game where you face an overwhelming number of orcs. Greet them with even more bullets, bombs and lasers!

What works

  • Unique fluid-like orc movement
  • Satisfying tower aiming and placement mechanics
  • Large-scale battles with thousands of enemies
  • Incremental progression rewarding persistence
  • Runs well on modest hardware

Things to keep in mind

  • Limited content and short game length
  • Repetitive grinding required for progression
  • Minimal narrative and customization
  • No fast-forward or speed-up feature
  • Some balance issues and lack of respec system

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Sir, We Have an Orc Problem: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Idle. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Story, Value.

Last update: 26/08/2026