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As Ruinhunters seek a relic to save their village, explore 2D ruins, swap heroes, and build defenses against enemy waves.
Released 08 Feb 2018
Fuse Color-Coded Towers
Match Colors, Hit Harder
Swap Hunters Mid-Battle
Take on wild beasts, ruthless soldiers, and ancient gods in this 2D Action-Platformer inspired by Tower-Defense combat.
Developed by GUTS Department · Published by Balor Games
In a world where remnants of advanced ancient technology hold power, a team of Ruinhunters searches for the legendary Aegis to save their village. Their journey takes them through the ruins of Elam and into conflict with dangerous creatures and the Empire.
Move through side-scrolling levels, fight enemies, gather materials, find relics, and solve puzzles using the characters’ different abilities. You can switch between the hunters, whose weapons and skills also help with obstacles and exploration.
Many stages lead into timed defense sections: collect resources, place blocks, turrets, and traps, then hold off waves of enemies. Match attacks and defenses to enemy colors, combine items to create different structures, and improve equipment at the hub. The campaign supports solo play and local split-screen co-op.
Players who enjoy the game often praise its local co-op, where partners can divide exploration, building, and defense duties, as well as its unusual blend of platforming and tower defense. Some also appreciate the pixel art, characters, story, and music. A recurring caveat is that managing characters and timed defenses alone can feel difficult or overwhelming; other players find the defense loop repetitive or the platforming awkward.
| Platforms | Windows, macOS |
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| Achievements | 31 |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 1 listed on Steam |
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| Metacritic | 76/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |
