Dawn of Defense is a tower defense / real-time strategy / roguelite video game developed and published by 6side.

About

In this mix of tower defense, real-time strategy, and roguelite progression, you fight for your tribe’s survival. The Imperium Aeternum, a massive shadow empire, sends its legions to erase the North and silence its gods.

From the Spiridun, the divine nexus of your forefathers, command your last defense: build towers and rally warriors. Hold the line against endless waves, then strike back to reclaim your lands.

Each battle is a divine trial. As you fall and rise, ancient runestones awaken forgotten powers, reshaping your strategy with every run. Win the gods favor in the dawn of a new age: the Dawn of Defense.

Key Features

• Fight the Empire and Reclaim Your Lands – Your homeland withers under the Empire’s grip. Strike back against their strongholds, reclaim lost lands, and restore your tribe’s dominion.
• Attack and Defend to Prevail – Battle enemies on two fronts: Defend yourself with towers and troops against enemy waves surging through the trenches, then command heroes and warriors in real-time strategy sieges to capture new islands and enemy strongholds.
• Lead Your Forces with Powerful Heroes – Summon your tribe’s mightiest heroes to lead your forces into battle. Each hero brings unique abilities and powers, allowing you to shape the course of battle.
• Fortify Your Lands and Build an Economy of War – Every captured isle becomes a foothold for your people. Raise towers, rally warriors, claim strategy resources and build an economy to sustain your defenses against the Empire’s forces.
• Adapt to Unique Enemy Bosses – Face Empire warlords who challenge your defenses with unique tactics. With each run, uncover their identity, learn their patterns, and adapt your strategy to claim victory.
• Harness the Power of Runestones – Uncover the powers of ancient runestones and unlock upgrades for towers, warriors and economy, forging new strategies with every battle.
• Rise Stronger with Every Attempt – Each battle sharpens your tactics, unlocks new tools, and prepares you for greater challenges ahead. Rise stronger and stand ready to face the Empire’s assault.