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Defend the Rook

Updated v1.14

Defend the Rook is a turn-based tactical strategy game where players defend their rook piece from waves of enemy forces. Position units on a grid-based battlefield, manage limited resources, and deploy a variety of defenders to counter advancing threats. Each wave increases in intensity, requiring careful planning and adaptation to survive. The game blends chess-inspired mechanics with tower defense elements, emphasizing strategic placement and resource efficiency to hold the line.

Role-playing Strategy
Defend the Rook
Release Date:
Platform:
Windows (7, 8, 10, 11)
Developer:
One Up Plus
Publisher:
Goblinz Studio
About this game

Defend the Rook Overview

A roguelike tactics board combat combined with tower defense elements. Defeat the invading hordes to stay alive and save the land!

Deploy your heroes to outsmart the enemy!

Enjoy more tactics than your average TD game, whilst fighting through waves of enemies.

Turn the tables on the invaders with the aid of devastating spells! Overcome the odds and outsmart the enemy.

Build and upgrade your towers to survive the onslaught!

To survive you’ll need to utilize more than just your heroes wit and prowess! Careful placement of towers and upgrades will be necessary to ensure victory.

Place traps and barricades to defend your castle!

Use these wisely to funnel and confuse the invaders. Wreak havoc amongst their ranks and break up their carefully manicured ranks!

Become a champion to save the kingdom!

Do you have what it takes to save the land? Jump right in and enjoy a set of procedurally generated roguelike battles like no other! Every battle fought is unique.

Can Your PC Run It?

System Requirements

Minimum:
  • System: Windows 7/8/10
  • Processor: Intel Pentium Dual CPU E2180 2.00 GHz
  • Graphics: GeForce 600M / ATI Radeon HD 5450 (1 GB)
  • Storage: 2500 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Easy Install and Play

Instructions

  1. Click the download button. You can also select a previous version if available.
  2. You’ll be redirected to Vidgazoo. Wait 5 seconds, then directly click the button or copy the link.
    • Make sure you have a supported download client installed (it’s free here) before downloading.
  3. Once the download process reaches 100%, locate the downloaded files.
    • Get ready for installation and make sure you have enough disk space for the game.
  4. To Install DRM-free Defend the Rook:
    • Run or double-click setup_defend_the_rook_********.exe to launch the installer.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
    • If a DLC folder is included, run any .exe files inside it as well.
  5. Once the installation is complete, launch the game and start playing.

Need help?
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