Fans of Kingdom Rush , Defense Grid , or anyone tired of being the good guy. Would you like a shorter version, or one tailored to a specific platform like Steam or Metacritic?
The core gameplay is solid, strategic, and surprisingly deep. You command demonic towers—like the “Goblin Gang” or “Mana Coffin”—across 100+ levels set in quirky, hand-painted fantasy lands. The “evil” twist isn’t just cosmetic; you’re plundering lands, corrupting heroes, and unlocking upgrades through a satisfying skill tree. The difficulty curve is fair but punishing on higher levels—perfect for genre veterans. The RELOADED edition includes all DLC, widescreen support, and smoother performance on modern PCs. Evil Defenders-RELOADED
★★★★☆ (4/5)
If you missed it the first time or want a polished, single-player TD with a villainous coat of paint, Evil Defenders - RELOADED is an easy recommend. Just don’t expect groundbreaking changes from the original. Fans of Kingdom Rush , Defense Grid ,
The humor is hit-or-miss (lots of puns about souls and taxes), and the art style, while charming, hasn’t aged significantly. Some tower upgrades feel unbalanced—a few strategies dominate most maps. Also, no co-op or PvP modes, which feels like a missed opportunity for a game about chaotic evil. You command demonic towers—like the “Goblin Gang” or
If you’ve ever wanted to defend your turf as the bad guy, Evil Defenders - RELOADED lets you do exactly that—and with a wicked grin. This re-release of the 2015 PC and mobile TD classic spruces things up just enough to feel fresh, even if it doesn’t reinvent the hellfire.
Here’s a review for Evil Defenders - RELOADED from the perspective of a tower defense enthusiast: Delightfully Diabolical – But Familiar