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About TDS
TDS is a tower defense and real-time strategy hybrid in which you build defenses and work with friends to hold back the approaching Tides. You control a Vessel, which serves as both a unit and a tower, and use it to mine, fight and build. The game’s maps have no fixed paths or limits, and enemies fight back.
Vessels and defenses
Each Vessel has its own set of towers. Towers and Vessels can be upgraded in ways that interact, giving you combinations and strategies for strengthening your defenses.
Maps and tactics
The handcrafted maps range from floating woodcraft in the sky to massive derelict structures. They differ in both appearance and gameplay, and each presents its own challenge. Where you place defenses matters: you can rely on strength, build an impenetrable wall or create a powerful single tower. The game also says some areas can be completed without towers, though this is qualified as uncertain.
Multiplayer and challenge
You can play with up to three other Vessels and defend together, combining strategies or trying unconventional approaches. Areas offer a range of difficulty, and resistance can be tough.
Frequently asked questions
The best price for TDS is $11.62 at Driffle. That is 35% less than on Steam, where it costs $17.99. 4 shops have an offer that activates in your country.
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Every key we list activates on Steam. Redeem the key there and TDS stays in your library for good.
Yes, with a small risk. Publishers create keys to sell in other shops, which is why a key can cost less than in the official store, and once you activate it the game is yours to keep, just like a store purchase. On average 1–2% of keys fail, so check the shop's buyer protection before you buy: the official store does not refund keys bought elsewhere.
The minimum requirements for TDS are: Windows 7, 4 GB RAM, 750 MB storage. It also runs on macOS. The recommended specs are in the System requirements section.
Yes. TDS has multiplayer and a single-player mode. It supports online co-op.
Mostly, yes. Valve rates TDS as Playable on the Steam Deck: it runs, but may need some manual setup.
Buy TDS 35% cheaper than on Steam.
TDS is available for 35% less in shops such as Driffle.
Steam lets publishers create keys to sell in other shops. Once you activate a key, the game is yours to keep, just like a store purchase.
Disclaimer: CD keys have an inherent 1–2% average failure rate. Check the shop terms for buyer protection info. Steam offers no buyer protection for keys bought in other shops and doesn't refund them.
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