Kingdom Rush

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 118 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 104 out of 118
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 118
  3. Negative: 11 out of 118
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  1. hassenpheffer
    Sep 27, 2012
    10
    Easily one of the best Tower Defense games ever produced. It's smooth, imaginative, challenging, complicated and fun. It's main strong point is its strategy with simple paths but formidable foes coming from several directions. Your defenses are intricate and diverse with one of the best upgrade systems I've ever used. There's tons of movie references in the clever and well producedEasily one of the best Tower Defense games ever produced. It's smooth, imaginative, challenging, complicated and fun. It's main strong point is its strategy with simple paths but formidable foes coming from several directions. Your defenses are intricate and diverse with one of the best upgrade systems I've ever used. There's tons of movie references in the clever and well produced voice-overs and the little extras on some levels make it more enjoyable. There really aren't any flaws here aside from the repetitive music track which can be disabled. The iPhone version has an extra that the online free version doesn't have: there are extras that can be purchased to enhance your defenses. The online version doesn't have this option making it harder. I'd actually recommended playing the online version for more of a challenge. This scores up there with Plants vs. Zombies for it's creativity and up with Defense Grid for strategy. Brilliant stuff and it's FREE!!!… Expand
  2. mgastryker
    May 23, 2012
    10
    Kingdom Rush is the premiere tower defense game on the Apple App Store. It's diverse maps, enemies, and tower upgrades keep me coming back, even though I've fully beaten the entire game. And now with the addition of heroes, I know I'll never stop playing and never stop waiting for the next update to come out.
  3. aoetje
    Dec 24, 2012
    10
    The dudes at ztgd.com are a sad bunch of people. How can a great game like this get 6,9? Here is their lame review with my comments.

    "Basically, it
  4. Kenmei
    Jul 14, 2012
    10
    Easily one of the best TD games I've played in a long time. After going a ton of TD games before this one, I can easily say that this is in the top 3 of all time. The strategy and skill required is far more advanced than the usual TD out today and you'll love all the chessy lines all the tower's say when you summon them. Getting all 3 stars on every level, plus completing the challengeEasily one of the best TD games I've played in a long time. After going a ton of TD games before this one, I can easily say that this is in the top 3 of all time. The strategy and skill required is far more advanced than the usual TD out today and you'll love all the chessy lines all the tower's say when you summon them. Getting all 3 stars on every level, plus completing the challenge levels, will keep your attention for a long time. Now that it's on the iPhone, and for .99 cents, makes this one of the easiest purchases I've made in awhile.… Expand
  5. Hafskjold
    Apr 2, 2012
    9
    I have spent countless hours with this little gem. In my opinion the best game out for iPad so far into 2012. It looks good, sounds good and controls good. Colorful graphics, well-designed and challenging levels. The game is also pretty big, and it will take you a while to get through everything. I really recommend this game, and I cant wait for the follow up to this - as I have beatenI have spent countless hours with this little gem. In my opinion the best game out for iPad so far into 2012. It looks good, sounds good and controls good. Colorful graphics, well-designed and challenging levels. The game is also pretty big, and it will take you a while to get through everything. I really recommend this game, and I cant wait for the follow up to this - as I have beaten this game to death by now. Need more challenge.… Expand
  6. Tridus
    Jun 5, 2012
    10
    One of, if not the best Tower Defense game on the iPad today. If you're a fan of the genre then you simply must play this! The only negative is that it ends at some point. (Well, that and 3 of the 6 heroes cost extra, but you can skip those and not miss anything.)
  7. schnoogens
    Feb 2, 2012
    10
    What a great game. I'm already obsessed with getting all 3 stars on each level and carefully planning my upgrades. Best TD game I've played, it's full of charm and provides a fair challenge throughout. My wife is even getting into it
  8. Superfluid
    Jun 2, 2012
    10
    Excellent tower defense game. Accessible, innovative, charming, challenging -- this game has it all. I played it on PC (Flash), so I can't comment on the iPad version specifically, but regardless, this game is nearly flawless. Great upgrades, great maps, great challenge -- although I do wish there were more maps, but that's a hallmark of any great game, and the challenges add replay. 10/10!
  9. NegroAntunes
    Dec 31, 2011
    10
    Kingdom Rush is a ActionAdventure Tower Defense, it's the most complete TD I have ever played.
    The graphics are cool, the sound and voices are phenomenal. If you have an iPad, you should by playing this game right now.
  10. danmcneely
    Jan 10, 2012
    10
    This is one of the best TD game experiences available on the iPad! Graphics, sound, difficulty and replay ability are all top notch. You won't be dis-appointed with your purchase.
  11. Dimajex
    Jan 10, 2012
    10
    One of the best Tower defense games on any platform. Great balance and challenge. Graphics that keep you interested and some well placed humor to boot. The barracks make for a fun and unique mechanic I haven't seen before.
  12. TonyL
    Jan 10, 2012
    10
    Kingdom Rush stands head and shoulders above a crowded genre, it's fun, while always remaining challenging without being frustrating. If you're a veteran Tower Defence game player, you need to check it out to see what you're missing. If you've never played a TD before, there's no reason not to start with the cream of the crop!
  13. GumptionGuzzler
    Jan 10, 2012
    10
    Probably my favorite iPhone game. I was really surprised by the depth of this game. I normally expect only a few hours of gameplay from most iOS games... but I keep coming back to Kingdom Rush for more TD love. Very addicting! I hope they make a part 2 of this game.
  14. Krin
    Jan 10, 2012
    10
    Kingdom Rush is an outstanding Tower Defence game. It's extremely easy to get into, even for players who are new to the genre. But beneath all the charm, there is some surprisingly deep and challenging gameplay. The controls also work great on the iPad! All in all, solid presentation, solid product.
  15. Dimbleby
    Jan 11, 2012
    10
    -Seriously- impressive Tower-Defence experience, 100% recommended to fans of the genre, and to be honest, everyone else as well.
    On a personal note, I'm someone who is very fussy about art-design in games, and this game's art totally charmed me :) Great work!!
  16. jroyster22
    Jan 11, 2012
    10
    This is not only one of the best TD games to ever be featured on the ipad, it is one of the best games on the ipad period! This is a absolute must have. Everything about the game is amazing! BUY! BUY! BUY!
  17. ProperSunFish
    Jan 11, 2012
    10
    I played this game in flash before I bought it on my ipad. Overall it's AWESOME I love the small details and its definitely one of my top tower defense games.
  18. legodinosandZT2
    Sep 27, 2015
    8
    Kingdom Rush is a brilliant experience in many regards, and although it may not do anything to revolutionize the tower defense formula, it does a helluva job at keeping it fresh. Set in medieval times, Kingdom Rush pits your forces ("towers") against a series of fantasy enemies invading across a series of increasingly difficult maps. First and foremost, the game looks beautiful. MapsKingdom Rush is a brilliant experience in many regards, and although it may not do anything to revolutionize the tower defense formula, it does a helluva job at keeping it fresh. Set in medieval times, Kingdom Rush pits your forces ("towers") against a series of fantasy enemies invading across a series of increasingly difficult maps. First and foremost, the game looks beautiful. Maps appear as if they came straight out of The Lord of the Rings, and while there isn't as much customization as in, say, Bloons Tower Defense 5, the overall gameplay is more streamlined and focused. Yet despite the innovation, I still never find myself fully satisfied with Kingdom Rush. Maybe what I'm missing here is something outside of the standard story mode? Regardless of minor quibbles, Kingdom Rush remains an immersive tower defense that's sufficiently entertaining and visually breathtaking.… Expand
  19. skyminster
    Feb 12, 2012
    8
    i don't have it on an apple thing, i played it on the PC, and boy, i liked it, a lot, it's a really good tower defense game with lots of things to do and a cool art style.
  20. watithink123
    Apr 22, 2012
    9
    This game was amazing start to finish. Never got boring and something new for all of us. With fun missions and amazing upgrade systum. This is a master piece. Kingdom Rush 9.5/10
  21. RoySmith
    May 7, 2012
    10
    This is a great tower defense game. I thought I'd had my fill of them - especially on iOS where it seemed at one point every other game was either Tower defense or Angry birds rip offs. This game is actually better than my favourite Plants vs Zombies.
  22. caioMGA
    Aug 11, 2012
    10
    Kingdom Rush Masterized Tower Defense elements in a exciting and funny game.
    There is no much to say, the game was made to be fun, beautiful and AWESOME! Every element in this game 'segment' is perfect in KR, the progress and upgrades give to the player the an nice and neat experience, enemies present interesting challenges and the variety of creatures trying to break through your    Kingdom Rush Masterized Tower Defense elements in a exciting and funny game.
    There is no much to say, the game was made to be fun, beautiful and AWESOME! Every element in this game 'segment' is perfect in KR, the progress and upgrades give to the player the an nice and neat experience, enemies present interesting challenges and the variety of creatures trying to break through your defenses makes this game memorable. Play it on Armor Games Site and/or download it to your iPad/phone/table/fridge.    … Expand
  23. Cuckoo
    Aug 3, 2012
    10
    just amazing. i'm kind of defense game gigs and i'm sure that this is one of great defense game i have ever played in my life. the sound and music and also unbelievable. i even became a face book friend with a voice actor and a actress of this game. anyway, just download it. you will not regret it
  24. TheGamist
    Aug 20, 2012
    9
    This is the prefect example of an iphone game done right. It is rich with its won twist on tower defense. For 99 cents you easily get 10 if not more hours of gameplay making the must own game on the iphone. :
    Graphics 10/10 - It is weird to say that graphics make a game but in this case they do.
    Gameplay 8.5/10 - Plays like a normal TD game, the upgrades make it somewhat unique but    This is the prefect example of an iphone game done right. It is rich with its won twist on tower defense. For 99 cents you easily get 10 if not more hours of gameplay making the must own game on the iphone. :
    Graphics 10/10 - It is weird to say that graphics make a game but in this case they do.
    Gameplay 8.5/10 - Plays like a normal TD game, the upgrades make it somewhat unique but nothing out of the ordinary here. Value 9.5/10 - Great vale for 99 cents and almost not app can boast as much gameplay.
    Replay Value 9/10 - You can go back and try on harder difficulties and also different modes to try get all the trophies.
    Final Score: 9/10 / Final Thoughts: Kingdom rush is a fine game and just about worthy on any ios device.    … Expand
  25. Pellpzz
    Jul 11, 2013
    10
    The game is very fun and has cute graphics.
    And the enemy variety is surprisingly high for an IOS
    Game.
    Runs good an an iphone,ipod touch and ipad.
    I really recommend you play this game, its very fun
  26. bridabu
    Jan 23, 2014
    10
    The cream of the cream. I am not even sure what to say about this one, apart that it is just the best Tower defense on IOS by far. Calling the other tower defense games "competition" would not make any sense. The game design is awesome, the art is world class, the game is as polished as a AAA title. I still don't know how these dudes made this game, knowing the studio is a 4 men team.
  27. Gofishgo
    Feb 8, 2014
    10
    I love this game. It was a great balance of pay to play. You could easily play it without paying anything and still have a tremendous amount of fun.
  28. Killua
    Nov 28, 2014
    9
    The most polished Kingdom Rush yet. Keyword "polished". Some reviewers are giving this low reviews because they think it is a clone of previous KR games. These reviewers need to stop playing easy-mode because any seasoned KR veteran will see how incredibly balanced this game is. Every level at the proper difficulty will force you to completely reshape your strategy.

    Armor Games may have    The most polished Kingdom Rush yet. Keyword "polished". Some reviewers are giving this low reviews because they think it is a clone of previous KR games. These reviewers need to stop playing easy-mode because any seasoned KR veteran will see how incredibly balanced this game is. Every level at the proper difficulty will force you to completely reshape your strategy.

    Armor Games may have even invented a new type of td with their complex troop system. Some troops will stand in the path and attack with melee weapons, while troops with spears heal their melee allies.

    The whole shibang was themed in    … Expand
  29. DanHazy
    Mar 2, 2016
    10
    So you will know what type of gqmer is writing this review, I'll list three of my favorite games.

    Fire Emblem  Atelier Totori Danganronpa  I played this game on my samsung tablet, which overheated my battery when played for longer than half an hour. This is not the games fault but the tablets. IPad is most definently the way to go for gaming on tablets.  THE BAD: There are no    So you will know what type of gqmer is writing this review, I'll list three of my favorite games.

    Fire Emblem 
    Atelier Totori
    Danganronpa 

    I played this game on my samsung tablet, which overheated my battery when played for longer than half an hour. This is not the games fault but the tablets. IPad is most definently the way to go for gaming on tablets. 

    THE BAD:

    There are no bad points to list about this game. A perfect tower defense for a great price. I believe it is free now and Frontiers and Origins are about three dollars for each I believe. 

    IN DEPTH REVIEW:

    Plenty of upgrades, You wouldn't max out everything until after you beat the campaign, which then unlocks the bonus levels. In depth strategy that makes you think outside the box every so often. No, you can't use the same setup for every level. Plenty of different enemies with different weaknesses and speeds. You unlock 3 heroes during the campaign, each with their unique stats. Plenty of little quirks hidden in the game, such as breaking the acorn free from a glacier by tapping the screen, for the squirrel in ice age. A beetle juice reference, though I never watched the movie, I recognized the guy with the black and white suit. There are others but I wouldn't want to ruin the fun of finding them yourselves 

    Paying real money to play this game isn't necessary at all. You can buy additional heroes but the three you get for free are just fine. You also obtain gems after each level you play and with these, you can purchase bombs to blow up enemies on a difficult level or spend them on a money bag which will help you build the towers more quickly. Each of these only have one use of course, but you get plenty of gems for free to keep a decent supply of these. 

    Also, each tower has its own special abilities that you can unlock after upgrading it enough times. From instantly killing one enemy every 20 seconds, to poisoning enemys, to shooting missiles that never miss. It's all here.You also have a special move that rains down meteors upon the enemy that you can upgrade during the game. The upgrades increase damage and increase recharge speed. You also get soldiers to disperse on the battle field about every 10 seconds. You can also upgrade these for more damage output and better armor. 

    That about finishes this review, I hope it helps. Also, you will get about 15 to 20 hours of gameplay from this game. Not bad considering it's free. Be sure to check out the other kingdom rush games as well, Origins and Frontiers which are also great games..     … Expand
  30. Shadran
    Dec 27, 2022
    9
    Great game. This game is highly polished, introducing you slowly into towers,enemies and heroes. You get rewarded for following rock paper scissor mechanics and trying new combinations to counter specific levels. Progresion is perfectly smooth to not overwhelm you and still let you with enough options not to get bored. I love how many enemies you get to face so you got to try so many newGreat game. This game is highly polished, introducing you slowly into towers,enemies and heroes. You get rewarded for following rock paper scissor mechanics and trying new combinations to counter specific levels. Progresion is perfectly smooth to not overwhelm you and still let you with enough options not to get bored. I love how many enemies you get to face so you got to try so many new strategies and heroes to see what works best.… Expand
  31. artemiparavozov
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    the game is nice to play, especially on the pс version, it can be played again and again
  32. Onlyclassicvg1
    Jul 16, 2021
    10
    El aclamado juego de acción y defensa de fantasía ya está disponible para iPad en alta definición! ¡Prepárate para un viaje épico para defender tu reino contra hordas de orcos, trolls, magos malvados y otros malvados demonios usando un vasto arsenal de torres y hechizos a tus órdenes! Lucha en los bo
  33. meop
    Jun 27, 2020
    2
    This port of a classic flash game was very very disappointing. While the classic gameplay is there, this game is both a game you must buy and a game that pushes microtransactions... worse the difficulty level of the original game was artificially inflated to encourage you to spend lots of real money and still probably lose in the end.
  34. HeavyMachineGon
    Feb 27, 2021
    10
    建议玩pc端或者主机端，因为一次购买之后没有内购，所有英雄都可以使用。
    王国保卫战系列从第一次开始玩（大概2015年）就爱上了这个系列，从小受魔兽3TD塔防地图的影响，一直很喜欢塔防游戏。KR系列就是史上最好的塔防游戏，到现在为止已经至少4周目了。
    画面是卡通美术风格，非常讨喜。音乐和音效都很合适，经常被洗脑。前三部的打击感很强，特别是炮塔。 个人觉得Kingdom Rush第一部，也就是这一部，的防御塔是最平衡，基本上除了步兵塔，其他所有的塔的两种形态都会造出来，不会出现前线，和起源里面的失衡。    建议玩pc端或者主机端，因为一次购买之后没有内购，所有英雄都可以使用。
    王国保卫战系列从第一次开始玩（大概2015年）就爱上了这个系列，从小受魔兽3TD塔防地图的影响，一直很喜欢塔防游戏。KR系列就是史上最好的塔防游戏，到现在为止已经至少4周目了。
    画面是卡通美术风格，非常讨喜。音乐和音效都很合适，经常被洗脑。前三部的打击感很强，特别是炮塔。
    个人觉得Kingdom Rush第一部，也就是这一部，的防御塔是最平衡，基本上除了步兵塔，其他所有的塔的两种形态都会造出来，不会出现前线，和起源里面的失衡。
  35. Yaroslav5353
    Jan 21, 2021
    10
    This game is great...................nsusiejejdhudisjenejejeejjdjskedkkdkdnjdj
  36. r0l0
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    One of the best and a classic tower defense with a unique style and lore, good amount of content you can enjoy the maps and gameplay on it, the only problem that i have with kr games its that you can not speed the game sometimes i just get bored of playing the maps with the slow enemies on the map,but overall one of the best td games ever created.
  37. 0utlawreviews
    May 19, 2023
    10
    The best strategy game at the time and now remains in the top 5 competition. this game is insanely fun to play and really challenging. 10/10!
  38. GreenKangaroo48
    Feb 3, 2023
    9
    My friends enter depression each time I tell them I completed another level on veteran mode. I don’t know why I’m so good at this game 9/10

Awards & Rankings

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#19 Best iOS Game of 2011
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#4 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2011
20
#20 Most Shared iOS Game of 2011

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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. Gamers\' Temple
    Jul 23, 2012
    94
    Overall, Kingdom Rush is a very enjoyable game. The gaming challenge and hours of play you will get from it make it one of the best gaming bargains you'll find.
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  2. AppGamer
    Jul 16, 2012
    90
    Despite the genre already boasting some of the best iPhone games around, Kingdom Rush still manages to shine as one of the best Tower Defence games, even in this more compact form.
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  3. TouchGen
    Jul 11, 2012
    80
    The cute presentation is great, and gives further enjoyment.
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