Welcome to D.O.T. Defence, a simplified yet deeply strategic RTS experience that seamlessly blends accessibility with tactical depth. We offer a simplified economy system, massive automated battles with light command, and a fun simplified upgrade system. Play in short bursts as matches last between 5-10minutes!
The only objective is to protect your HQ and destroy the enemies! Crafted by developers passionate about the genre, this game delivers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of their childhoods.
Turret Mayhem
Your regions are the beating heart of your economy; defend them against hordes of enemies vying to seize your resources with a variety of turrets. Each turret presents a strategic choice, so mix and match wisely, and sell as needed based on the challenges you'll encounter!
Wave Defence
Protect your HQ at all costs by building turrets and production buildings for heavy defense. While Skirmish mode offers a traditional RTS experience, try your hand at Wave Defence. Here, you'll expand your territory gradually, gather supplies to upgrade regions, and strategically place turrets everywhere to face surprising and unique enemies! You might be visited by a merchant who offers unique tile mods to enhance your buildings!
Commander Fantasy
Take command with broad-stroke or macro orders. Set paths for units or let them autonomously capture crucial points. In D.O.T. Defence, simplicity meets strategy!
Engage in Local Multiplayer Mayhem
Gather friends for intense 1v1, 2v2, or free-for-all battles, where every decision counts. Whether you're a seasoned strategist or new to the genre, D.O.T. Defence offers thrilling gameplay that scales to your skill level. We offer AI to at varying difficulties (and yes one cheats!).
Casual Fun!
With its blend of accessible gameplay and strategic depth, D.O.T. Defence is the perfect choice for players craving local multiplayer excitement. Command your forces, dominate the map, and claim victory in this thrilling RTS adventure!Fixed a bug with XP gain not working, added in a new mission enter transition.
Significant improvements to the performance of DOT have been made.\n\nAlso mechanics have been tuned and improved based on player feedback, and new audio and sprites were added.
- Made toxic gas geysers interactable, made AI able to understand how to use them\n- Minor changes to a few maps to make toxic gas geysers part of territories to lock interaction to the controlling player\n- Improved the toxic gas geyser warning\n- Improved the toxic gas debuff visuals\n- Improved meteor falling visuals\n- Fixed a few bugs\n- Made Claw Machine and other summon mechanics more reliable near unpathable areas\n- Added Shadow Government portrait
- Fixed an issue with tentacles going through teleporters\n- Fixed an issue on Wing Tides when more then one player is on the same team in Skirmish, leading to the second player being unable to place HQ\n- Tuned down Mental Domination a bit more\n- Made it so the AI cannot direct Tripods it doesn\'t own, no more overly helpful AI!\n- Made a few optimizations for larger maps for gun detection and movement physics\n- Added SFX for invader units and structures dying, now they go squish!
Help Us Win a Steam Award!
Dear Players,
Thank you for your unwavering support! This year, \\[D.O.T. Defence] is eligible for the Steam Awards, and we would be honored to have your nomination!
[hr][/hr]Our Dedication to the Experience
Meticulously designed animations and effects
[/*]Repeatedly polished UI
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If you resonate with this pursuit of aesthetic consistency and technical breakthrough, we welcome you to nominate us for the Outstanding Visual Style award.
[hr][/hr]How to Vote
If you are willing to support us, please go to the Nominate Section at the top of this announcement (or on the Store Page).
Please nominate us for:
Outstanding Visual Style
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Your Support Means Everything
Every single vote fuels our passion to keep creating, updating, and perfecting the game.
Whether it\'s a nomination or a review on the store page, we appreciate you being part of our community.
Thank you for being with us. Let\'s make a splash at the Steam Awards together!
- Fixed a reversion in the mission Divergence where teleporters were always active.\n- Tuned down Sunlamp visuals and fixed an issue with FastForward\n- Added a speculative fix to Industrious upgrade to Hatcheries
Adding in the randomizable portraits for Invaders, and tuning the Mental Domination commander power to not be able to target too close to enemy HQs.
Commanders! A new update has landed for D.O.T. Defence, packed with a new game mode, missions, maps, and quality-of-life improvements. Heres whats new:
New Faction
New Campaign Missions
New Biome
New Maps
Other Improvements + Fixes
\nThanks for playing, and as always we love hearing your feedback. Join the discussion , share your chaos combos, and let us know what you think! \n\n- RattleAxe Games
New Features
New Faction: Invaders
Alien invaders from beyond have shown up on the world of DOT to eat the chroma seeping into the land from the Chroma Wars. \n\nTheir main mechanics are:
Units are hatched from eggs that take up space. These can be warmed to hatch faster by various means (like fertilization from the remains of your enemies)\n
[/*]Tripod structures can be directed to get up and walk to new lands, allowing your structures to spearhead your assault. But this comes at a cost, very few Invader structures have long range!\n
[/*]Theyre here to stay, and terraform the land, spreading alien flora that can hatch into skitterlings.\n
[/*]Make the enemy work for you! Using their trans dimensional powers, many units/structures can convert enemy infantry to your side using mental beams. (Zombies resist these)\n
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New Biome: Terraformed
New faction means new biome, with some new mechanics:
Fog Banks block LoS but not movement, and can be raised/lowered.\n
[/*]Teleporters allow units to enter and teleporter to the matching exit, allowing for surprise attacks.\n
[/*]Skitterling trees will hatch if exposed to alien flora.\n
[/*]Infested territories will erupt in skitterlings to protect the territory if it is being captured.\n
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New Missions
The first four missions for the invaders run players through the basics of the new faction and their place in this world (theyre the ones invading it!)\n
New Maps
Peek a Boo: A solo Wave Defence map intended to explore the new biome mechanics.
Foggy Banks: A skirmish map that makes heavy use of fog banks and teleporters.
Updates/Bug Fixes
Fixed a variety of pathfinding/spawning bugs that lead to units getting stuck off of the nav mesh.
[/*]Continued tuning structures/units.
[/*]Updated physics engine and collisions to optimize.
[/*]Tuning powers/structures for better balance.
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Tuning endless war mode spawning to ramp up difficulty faster, and slow down the player economy.
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Commanders! A new update has landed for D.O.T. Defence, packed with a new game mode, missions, maps, and quality-of-life improvements. Heres whats new:
Escalation Mode
New Campaign Missions
Damage Resistances and Vulnerabilities
New Maps
The Final Missions for the Chromatech Campaign
Other Improvements + Fixes
\nThanks for playing, and as always we love hearing your feedback. Join the discussion , share your chaos combos, and let us know what you think! \n\n- RattleAxe Games
New Features
Escalation Game Mode
This is an evolution of the Skirmish mode, where you compete on randomized levels to be the first to accumulate enough points, and between rounds you get to upgrade your towers and add new passives.
Note, to unlock this mode you need to win a single skirmish match!
Resistance/Vulnerability System
Attacks now have damage types, and different units/towers are vulnerable/resistant to these attacks.
Unit Info Screen
There is now a screen that gives the detailed info on units and structures stats, including their new resistances/vulnerabilities. Check it out!
New Missions
The final two missions of the Chromatech campaign have been released, with a level playing with a Wave Attack mode intended for the global domination game mode, and a climatic showdown with the U.C.F..
\nPay attention for some hints of the next faction!
New Tower Upgrades/Passives
We added a few more upgrades and passives now that Escalation mode is out and you can use them there.
New Map
Bastion: A new dual Wave Defence / Skirmish map designed by a member of the community.
Updates/Bug Fixes
Sniper Tower Rework
The sniper tower wasnt as fun as we wanted, so we redid the way it works, it now fires all the time normally, and if you hover over a target in range and los it will focus it, instead of focusing the players cursor at all times.
Nerfed Field Promotion for being way too OP
[/*]Fixed some scoreboard bugs and made it so you can see the global high score without having to have a score of your own first.
[/*]Tuning powers/structures for better balance
[/*]Continued to improve performance
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Improved/optimized pathfinding for better performance and less units getting stuck
[/*]Fixed a variety of localization issues\n
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Thanks for playing, and as always we love hearing your feedback. Join the discussion , share your chaos combos, and let us know what you think! \n\n- RattleAxe Games
New Features
Flying Units and Structures
Both factions have received a new unit, and a structure to produce that unit.
Helicopter: The UCF now have an attack helicopter that can hover over water to capture territories. Produced by the Helipad.
[/*]Zedplin: Chromatech now have a hot air balloon that fires zombies, which excels at hunting down enemy artillery. Produced by the Rigor Riser.\n
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This also comes with a new passive available in Wave Defence, Air Commander, that allows you to take to the field to directly control air units!
New Modifier
The Happening modifier has been added to both wave defence and skirmish modes. This modifier allows for various events to occur. Right now just the Blood Moon, raising all corpses as neutral zombies, and Lightning Storm, however more will be added as time goes on.
New Commanders
Each faction got a new Commander, with a new power and one new passive.
Instructor: The UCF got a commander with the Field Promotion power, upgrading all grunts in range to the nearest special tile. Their passive grants bonus stats to elite units.
[/*]Economist: Chromatech got a commander with Zombonomics, a power that converts zombies in the area into bonus stock for the nearby territories.
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New Missions
The next two Chromatech missions chronicling Dr. Strangehues quest for revenge have been released, bringing the Chromatech campaign to near the end and featuring the new flying units.
Global High Scores
Campaign and Wave Defence maps now have the option to see the global high scores close to you, so you can compete to be the best in the world!
New Map
Wing Tide: A new dual Wave Defence / Skirmish map focusing on aerial units
Handicap/Bonus System
There is now an option in skirmish games to add a bonus or handicap to human players. This allows for novice players to fight on even footing with more experienced ones.
Wave Defence Economy Revamp
Structures that produced bonus resources were too strong in Endless Mode, so they were reduced by in that mode (single resource structures go down to a 50% chance of getting 1). Also, a new structure, the Bank, has been added as a potential Permastructure in the store in Wave Defence. This gives 2 resources per wave in Wave Defence and 1 in Endless.
Updates/Bug Fixes
Continued to juice the effects of the game
[/*]Tuning powers/structures for better balance
[/*]Continued to improve performance
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Improved/optimized pathfinding for better performance and less units getting stuck
[/*]Made waves 20+ harder on Endless Mode
[/*]Fixed a variety of localization issues
[/*]Fixed some crash bugs related to unit removal/summoning\n
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Thanks for playing, and as always we love hearing your feedback. Join the discussion , share your chaos combos, and let us know what you think! \n\n- RattleAxe Games
Commanders! A new update has landed for D.O.T. Defence, packed with new modes, missions, maps, and quality-of-life improvements. Heres whats new:\n\n
Flying Units
New Campaign Missions
Global High Scores
New Maps
New Commanders
Other Improvements + Fixes
\nThanks for playing, and as always we love hearing your feedback. Join the discussion , share your chaos combos, and let us know what you think! \n\n- RattleAxe Games
Commanders! A new update has landed for D.O.T. Defence, packed with new modes, missions, maps, and quality-of-life improvements. Heres whats new:
New Skirmish Modes!
- Boss Mode: Replace your HQ with a super unit and dive into twin-stick shooter combat!
- Armistice Mode: Ceasefires after a set time give you space to regroup and rebuild.
- Warzone Mode: Face off against relentless Shadow Government waves or use the chaos to crush your enemies.
New Campaign Missions
Dr. Strangehues revenge continues with two new Chromatech missions, marking the halfway point of the campaign.Campaign Difficulty + Scoring
Choose your challenge! Now with difficulty settings and a scoring system that rewards high-skill play, it's perfect for competing with friends.New Maps
- Logic Gates: 1v1 Chromatech biome map for tight tactical battles.
- Dead End: A new wave defence map where barricade placement is key to survival.
Keyboard + Gamepad Co-op
No more extra controllers needed! Play local co-op using just a single gamepad + keyboard/mouse setup.Other Improvements + Fixes
- New faction art by Tim Mack
- Clearer metaprogression alerts
- Buffs to expensive structures
- Pathfinding optimisations
- Harder Endless Mode (waves 20+)
- Crash & localisation fixes
- Screenshake toggle
- Improved team AI in Skirmish
- Wave defence balance: bonus resources now require early placement
Thanks for playing, and as always we love hearing your feedback. Join the discussion , share your chaos combos, and let us know what you think!
- RattleAxe Games
Commanders! A new update has landed for D.O.T. Defence, packed with new modes, missions, maps, and quality-of-life improvements. Heres whats new:
New Skirmish Modes!
- Boss Mode: Replace your HQ with a super unit and dive into twin-stick shooter combat!
- Armistice Mode: Ceasefires after a set time give you space to regroup and rebuild.
- Warzone Mode: Face off against relentless Shadow Government waves or use the chaos to crush your enemies.
New Campaign Missions
Dr. Strangehues revenge continues with two new Chromatech missions, marking the halfway point of the campaign.Campaign Difficulty + Scoring
Choose your challenge! Now with difficulty settings and a scoring system that rewards high-skill play, it's perfect for competing with friends.New Maps
- Logic Gates: 1v1 Chromatech biome map for tight tactical battles.
- Dead End: A new wave defence map where barricade placement is key to survival.
Keyboard + Gamepad Co-op
No more extra controllers needed! Play local co-op using just a single gamepad + keyboard/mouse setup.Other Improvements + Fixes
- New faction art by Tim Mack
- Clearer metaprogression alerts
- Buffs to expensive structures
- Pathfinding optimisations
- Harder Endless Mode (waves 20+)
- Crash & localisation fixes
- Screenshake toggle
- Improved team AI in Skirmish
- Wave defence balance: bonus resources now require early placement
Thanks for playing, and as always we love hearing your feedback. Join the discussion , share your chaos combos, and let us know what you think!
- RattleAxe Games
Commanders! A new update has landed for D.O.T. Defence, packed with new modes, missions, maps, and quality-of-life improvements. Heres whats new:
New Skirmish Modes!
- Boss Mode: Replace your HQ with a super unit and dive into twin-stick shooter combat!
- Armistice Mode: Ceasefires after a set time give you space to regroup and rebuild.
- Warzone Mode: Face off against relentless Shadow Government waves or use the chaos to crush your enemies.
New Campaign Missions
Dr. Strangehues revenge continues with two new Chromatech missions, marking the halfway point of the campaign.Campaign Difficulty + Scoring
Choose your challenge! Now with difficulty settings and a scoring system that rewards high-skill play, it's perfect for competing with friends.New Maps
- Logic Gates: 1v1 Chromatech biome map for tight tactical battles.
- Dead End: A new wave defence map where barricade placement is key to survival.
Keyboard + Gamepad Co-op
No more extra controllers needed! Play local co-op using just a single gamepad + keyboard/mouse setup.Other Improvements + Fixes
- New faction art by Tim Mack
- Clearer metaprogression alerts
- Buffs to expensive structures
- Pathfinding optimisations
- Harder Endless Mode (waves 20+)
- Crash & localisation fixes
- Screenshake toggle
- Improved team AI in Skirmish
- Wave defence balance: bonus resources now require early placement
Thanks for playing, and as always we love hearing your feedback. Join the discussion , share your chaos combos, and let us know what you think!
- RattleAxe Games
As development continues in Early Access, we're excited to share a look at what's ahead for D.O.T. Defence. The roadmap highlights our ongoing commitment to expanding the game with meaningful content and new ways to play.
Upcoming Features:
- Complete the Chromatech Campaign
- Escalation Mode: a tournament-style mode for Skirmish
- Alien Invader faction, biome, and campaign
- Global Domination Mode: a streamlined 4X experience
- Flying units
- Global scoreboards for wave defence
- Additional maps, commanders, and passives
- Difficulty selection and scoreboards for campaign
- Control remapping
- In-game events that dynamically shift the battlefield
Content Patch 01: Chromatech Campaign Begins
Our first major content update since launch is live. The first Content Patch introduces new campaign missions, game modes, and maps that expand the core experience.Chromatech Campaign 1/2
The first half of the Chromatech faction campaign is now available. Lead Dr. Strangehue in a new storyline focused on power, revenge, and experimental warfare.New Skirmish Modes
Three new ways to play Skirmish that dramatically alter match dynamics:- Armistice: Periodic ceasefires introduce strategic pacing
- Boss: Control a single, powerful unit instead of a traditional HQ
- Warzone: Neutral enemies attack all players at set intervals
Chromatech Maps
New Skirmish and Wave Defence maps set in the Chromatech biome, featuring unique mechanics including toxic gas geysers and destructible barricades.Play Now and Join the Community
D.O.T. Defence is growing with every update. We're building this together, and your feedback continues to shape the direction of development.Join our Discord Server: discord.gg/kr84wGn4xu
Thank you for being part of the D.O.T. Defence community. More updates are on the way.
RattleAxe Games
We've added 2 more missions to the campaign, and 1 new skirmish map. We've also been squashing a variety of reported bugs and continued to tune the core experience.
Greetings Commanders!
Were thrilled to announce that D.O.T. Defence launched into EA on April 15th! Heres whats happening:
AI Skirmish Battles
Our AI Commanders will face off against each other in the Skirmish Mode, with varying levels of difficulty. Watch as they utilize fun tactics, unique powers, and explore a variety of maps. It's a great opportunity to see the diversity of gameplay strategies that D.O.T. Defence offers.
Tune In for a Sneak Peek
Catch the action live and get an insiders look at how the AI tackles different scenarios, pulls off powerful strategies, and reacts to the ever-changing battlefield.Try the Demo! Want to experience it firsthand? Be sure to try out the free demo! Youll be able to jump in, test out your own strategies, and discover how fun and strategic D.O.T. Defence can be.
Whats Next?
Well continue refining the gameplay and working on more exciting features to improve your experience. Keep an eye on our future updates!
Stay Connected!
Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for all the latest updates. Your support means everything to us!
Thank you,
The RattleAxe Games Team
- Made metaprogression much faster and gave more default unlocked maps and commanders
- Fixed a few AI bugs
- Added/improved a few VFX
- Changed SFX for Unnatural Fog to be less grating
- Improved coin graphics to be more readable
Attention Commanders!
We wanted to take a moment to thank each and every one of you who has taken the plunge and joined the fight in D.O.T. Defence. Your support fuels our passion and helps us continue to develop and improve the game. Thank you for being a part of our growing community!
If you could spare a few moments please leave a review on the Steam store page. These reviews are invaluable in helping new players discover D.O.T. Defence and provide us with crucial feedback. Every single review makes a real difference!
Join Forces Online with Steam Remote Play!
Want to team up with your friends for some intense gamepad action? We've just released a brand new video guide showing you exactly how to use Steam's awesome Remote Play Together feature to play online matches with your buddies!
Stay in the Loop & Share Your Thoughts on Our Official Discord!
For the absolute latest news on updates, sneak peeks at what's coming next, and the best place to connect directly with our team and fellow defenders, make sure you join our official D.O.T. Defence Discord server!
It's the perfect hub to share your epic victories, discuss strategies, and provide us with your valuable feedback and suggestions. We're always eager to hear what you think!
https://discord.com/invite/RTf6DKFRFV
Once again, thank you for your incredible support. We're excited to continue this journey with you all!
- RattleAxe Games
- Fixed some localization/bark issues
- Made score screen count up skippable when there is progression to show
- Fixed a bug that lead to players stuck on end game screen when over 100 fps using keyboard and mouse
We've been hard at work crafting a gamepad-friendly RTS that's easy to pick up and packs a strategic punch that'll keep you coming back for more. Prepare to deploy your forces across vibrant pixel art battlefields and outmaneuver your opponents in intense clashes!
What's D.O.T. Defence all about?
Imagine streamlined, fast-paced RTS battles where every decision counts. Rounds are quick (think 5-10 minutes), making it perfect for a strategic fix or longer sessions with friends.
Here's what you can expect right now in Early Access:
- Fight with Friends and Bots: Jump into local multiplayer mayhem with 1v1, 2v2, and chaotic free-for-all battles against your buddies or cunning AI.
- Dominate the Battlefield: Capture and hold key strategic locations to build vital facilities and keep supply lines flowing. Control the economy, bolster your troops, and pave the way to victory!
- Simple Controls, Deep Strategy: Don't let the gamepad focus fool you there's plenty of strategic depth here. Issue broad commands or fine-tune unit paths, you can even let your units autonomously secure crucial points. It's the perfect blend of accessible fun and engaging tactics.
- Regular Updates Incoming!: We're committed to making D.O.T. Defence the best it can be. Expect frequent updates throughout Early Access with fresh content, exciting new features and improvements driven by YOUR FEEDBACK!
Check out the action-packed trailer here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3124850/_/ We've already seen some amazing battles during Steam Next Fest and we can't wait to welcome even more of you to the frontlines! Your feedback is crucial in helping us shape D.O.T. Defence into the ultimate gamepad RTS before our full launch in 2025.
Join the Ranks!
We'd love to hear your thoughts, strategies and any feedback you have. Head to our official Discord https://discord.com/invite/RTf6DKFRFV to connect with us and join the growing D.O.T. Defence community!
See you on the battlefield, Commanders!
Greetings Commanders!
Were thrilled to announce that D.O.T. Defence is launching into EA on April 15th! Heres whats happening:
AI Skirmish Battles
Our AI Commanders will face off against each other in the Skirmish Mode, with varying levels of difficulty. Watch as they utilize fun tactics, unique powers, and explore a variety of maps. It's a great opportunity to see the diversity of gameplay strategies that D.O.T. Defence offers.
Tune In for a Sneak Peek
Catch the action live and get an insiders look at how the AI tackles different scenarios, pulls off powerful strategies, and reacts to the ever-changing battlefield.Try the Demo! Want to experience it firsthand? Be sure to try out the free demo! Youll be able to jump in, test out your own strategies, and discover how fun and strategic D.O.T. Defence can be.
Whats Next?
Well continue refining the gameplay and working on more exciting features to improve your experience. Keep an eye on our future updates!
Stay Connected!
Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for all the latest updates. Your support means everything to us!
Thank you,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Greetings Commanders!
Were thrilled to announce that D.O.T. Defence is launching into EA on April 1st! Heres whats happening:
AI Skirmish Battles
Our AI Commanders will face off against each other in the Skirmish Mode, with varying levels of difficulty. Watch as they utilize fun tactics, unique powers, and explore a variety of maps. It's a great opportunity to see the diversity of gameplay strategies that D.O.T. Defence offers.
Tune In for a Sneak Peek
Catch the action live and get an insiders look at how the AI tackles different scenarios, pulls off powerful strategies, and reacts to the ever-changing battlefield.Try the Demo! Want to experience it firsthand? Be sure to try out the free demo! Youll be able to jump in, test out your own strategies, and discover how fun and strategic D.O.T. Defence can be.
Whats Next?
Well continue refining the gameplay and working on more exciting features to improve your experience. Keep an eye on our future updates!
Stay Connected!
Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for all the latest updates. Your support means everything to us!
Thank you,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Greetings Commanders!
Were thrilled to announce that D.O.T. Defence is joining Steam WePlay Expo with an exciting live showcase! Heres whats happening:
AI Skirmish Battles
Our AI Commanders will face off against each other in the Skirmish Mode, with varying levels of difficulty. Watch as they utilize fun tactics, unique powers, and explore a variety of maps. It's a great opportunity to see the diversity of gameplay strategies that D.O.T. Defence offers.
Tune In for a Sneak Peek
Catch the action live and get an insiders look at how the AI tackles different scenarios, pulls off powerful strategies, and reacts to the ever-changing battlefield.Try the Demo! Want to experience it firsthand? Be sure to try out the free demo! Youll be able to jump in, test out your own strategies, and discover how fun and strategic D.O.T. Defence can be.
Whats Next?
Well continue refining the gameplay and working on more exciting features to improve your experience. Keep an eye on our future updates!
Stay Connected!
Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for all the latest updates. Your support means everything to us!
Thank you,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Greetings Commanders!
Were thrilled to announce that D.O.T. Defence is joining Steam WePlay Expo with an exciting live showcase! Heres whats happening:
AI Skirmish Battles
Our AI Commanders will face off against each other in the Skirmish Mode, with varying levels of difficulty. Watch as they utilize fun tactics, unique powers, and explore a variety of maps. It's a great opportunity to see the diversity of gameplay strategies that D.O.T. Defence offers.
Tune In for a Sneak Peek
Catch the action live and get an insiders look at how the AI tackles different scenarios, pulls off powerful strategies, and reacts to the ever-changing battlefield.Try the Demo! Want to experience it firsthand? Be sure to try out the free demo! Youll be able to jump in, test out your own strategies, and discover how fun and strategic D.O.T. Defence can be.
Whats Next?
Well continue refining the gameplay and working on more exciting features to improve your experience. Keep an eye on our future updates!
Stay Connected!
Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for all the latest updates. Your support means everything to us!
Thank you,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Greetings Commanders!
Were thrilled to announce that D.O.T. Defence is joining Steam Next Fest with an exciting live showcase! Heres whats happening:
AI Skirmish Battles
During Steam Next Fest, our AI Commanders will face off against each other in the Skirmish Mode, with varying levels of difficulty. Watch as they utilize fun tactics, unique powers, and explore a variety of maps. It's a great opportunity to see the diversity of gameplay strategies that D.O.T. Defence offers.
Tune In for a Sneak Peek
Catch the action live and get an insiders look at how the AI tackles different scenarios, pulls off powerful strategies, and reacts to the ever-changing battlefield.Try the Demo! Want to experience it firsthand? Be sure to try out the free demo during Steam Next Fest! Youll be able to jump in, test out your own strategies, and discover how fun and strategic D.O.T. Defence can be.
Whats Next?
Well continue refining the gameplay and working on more exciting features to improve your experience. Keep an eye on our future updates!
Stay Connected!
Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for all the latest updates. Your support means everything to us!
Thank you,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Greetings, Commanders!
Were excited to bring you another update for D.O.T. Defence! Heres whats new and improved:
Localization
Weve added support for new languages:[u]Chinese[/u]
[u]French[/u]
A language selector is now available in the game menu, and if no language is detected, the game will default to the main menu where you can select the appropriate flag!
New Maps
Explore and conquer our two new maps:[u]Hue Silo[/u]
[u]Bridge Maze[/u]
UI and UX Improvements
Weve made key enhancements to improve your experience:-Redesigned the map select screen for a cleaner layout and improved button colors.
-Improved overall feedback across the UI, ensuring better clarity in key interactions.
Gameplay Enhancements
Weve refined gameplay flow to speed up downtime and increase strategic depth:-AI pathfinding now takes distance into account for more tactical movement.
-Trucks now move faster between waves, reducing downtime.
Map Adjustments
Weve made tweaks to the maps for smoother gameplay:-Completed tuning of the Bridge Maze for a more balanced challenge.
-Added line drawing for bridges in Mission 2.
-Final path node now automatically rotates to face the last nodes direction.
Bug Fixes
Weve resolved several bugs to improve overall stability:
-Fixed viewport snap issues for smoother transitions.
-The bridge on Hue Silo is now part of the navigation layer.
-Updated compendium videos and screenshots where needed.
-Fixed "power ready" bark in wave defense.
-Improved mouse UI for player selection.
-Fixed an issue where the player selection slot wasnt displayed.
-Smoothed out long jump stitching in mouse line drawing.
-Dropdown menus now correctly consume back input.
Also today we're featured during Steam Next Fest! Please check it out and give us a review on our Steam Demo Page, it'll be a huge help to our game.
Stay tuned for more updates! Thank you for your continued support, and keep sharing your feedback, videos, and art as we refine D.O.T. Defence.
Best regards,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Greetings Commanders!
Were thrilled to announce that D.O.T. Defence is joining Steam Next Fest with an exciting live showcase! Heres whats happening:
AI Skirmish Battles
During Steam Next Fest, our AI Commanders will face off against each other in the Skirmish Mode, with varying levels of difficulty. Watch as they utilize fun tactics, unique powers, and explore a variety of maps. It's a great opportunity to see the diversity of gameplay strategies that D.O.T. Defence offers.
Tune In for a Sneak Peek
Catch the action live and get an insiders look at how the AI tackles different scenarios, pulls off powerful strategies, and reacts to the ever-changing battlefield.Try the Demo! Want to experience it firsthand? Be sure to try out the free demo during Steam Next Fest! Youll be able to jump in, test out your own strategies, and discover how fun and strategic D.O.T. Defence can be.
Whats Next?
Well continue refining the gameplay and working on more exciting features to improve your experience. Keep an eye on our future updates!
Stay Connected!
Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for all the latest updates. Your support means everything to us!
Thank you,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Greetings Commanders!
Were thrilled to announce that D.O.T. Defence is joining Steam Next Fest with an exciting live showcase! Heres whats happening:
AI Skirmish Battles
During Steam Next Fest, our AI Commanders will face off against each other in the Skirmish Mode, with varying levels of difficulty. Watch as they utilize fun tactics, unique powers, and explore a variety of maps. It's a great opportunity to see the diversity of gameplay strategies that D.O.T. Defence offers.
Tune In for a Sneak Peek
Catch the action live and get an insiders look at how the AI tackles different scenarios, pulls off powerful strategies, and reacts to the ever-changing battlefield.Try the Demo! Want to experience it firsthand? Be sure to try out the free demo during Steam Next Fest! Youll be able to jump in, test out your own strategies, and discover how fun and strategic D.O.T. Defence can be.
Whats Next?
Well continue refining the gameplay and working on more exciting features to improve your experience. Keep an eye on our future updates!
Stay Connected!
Follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Steam for all the latest updates. Your support means everything to us!
Thank you,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Greetings Commanders!
Were excited to bring you another update for D.O.T. Defence! Heres whats new and improved:New Features & Improvements
Single Player Missions Added!
The campaign is here! Were introducing the first three single-player missions, each offering unique challenges to test your strategy and sharpen your skills:[u]
Mission 1:
[/u]Ready for action with Paradrops! Your goal: Defend the HQ from relentless assaults.
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Mission 2:
[/u] A timed mission with high stakes. Capture the facility before it wipes out your HQ!
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Mission 3:
[/u]Command a Super Tank and show those Blues whos in charge!
New Trailer
Our new trailer showcases a lot of the above missions and how you can go about picking and choosing the levels! We're especially happy to implement the previously mentioned Possession mechanic! Check it out!
Turret Buffs
Turrets are now more powerful! Weve increased their Time to Kill (TTK) to make them deadlier, ensuring a more satisfying defense experience.
New Portraits
New character portraits have been added! You can now choose from additional AI and female portraits, offering more personalization options for your commander.
General Animation Updates
Our UI has received a facelift with smoother animations, making it more fluid and responsive. The game feels sharper and more polished than ever before!Quality of Life Enhancements
Additional Tooltips
To improve accessibility, weve added more tooltips throughout the game. These will help you quickly grasp key mechanics and features, whether youre a new player or a seasoned veteran.General Optimizations
Weve enhanced pathfinding and unit handling to improve overall movement, making your units more responsive and agile on the battlefield.Whats Coming Up?
Weve been gearing up for Steam Next Fest and other game festivals! Expect more exciting features, announcements, and improvements in the coming weeks as we continue to refine and expand D.O.T. Defence. We've also been hard at work continuing on localization, with the furthest progress on French, so stay tuned for that fellow francophones!Stay Connected!
We couldnt do this without you. Your support helps us grow, so keep making videos, art, and sharing your experiences with D.O.T. Defence. Be sure to follow our youtube , twitter and tiktok channels! Together, well build something amazing!
Best regards,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Greetings Commanders!
Were happy to bring you our third exciting update for D.O.T. Defence! Heres whats new:
Dyslexia-Friendly Font:
Weve switched to a new dyslexia-friendly font. Not only does it enhance readability, but weve also come to love the new look. We hope it makes your experience even smoother.
Campaign Missions:
Weve begun work on the games campaign! These missions will guide players through essential skills and strategies, teaching you how to effectively master the game.
Interactive Environment - Bridges:
You can now interact with bridges in the environment! Blow them up to hinder enemy advances or repair them to guide your forces in a more tactical approach. Strategic use of bridges will now become key in your defense.
New Commander Ability - Paradrop:
Paratroopers have arrived! Use the new Paradrop ability to bring reinforcements into battle. Be aware, thoughone recruit is still learning the ropes, so they may jump a little early!
[u]Exciting Features in Testing[/u]
Special Unit Control:
Were currently testing a feature that may allow for direct control of a special unit! Its still in the early stages, so well reveal more in future updates. Stay tuned!
Super Structures:
Were also testing super structures that youll need to capture. These structures will come with special win conditions, adding a fresh layer of strategy to the game. Theyre not available just yet as we need to playtest them further, but theyre on the horizon![u]Tileset and Biomes[/u]
Bog Biome:
Were testing a new biomebogs. Units and vehicles will move slower in these swampy areas, adding a new layer of challenge. On the flip side, vehicles will speed up when moving on roads.
[u]Tuning and Balancing[/u]
Weve done significant balancing and tuning for various structures, powers, and units to complement new commander abilities. Expect smoother gameplay and more strategic possibilities.
[u]Taunt System[/u]
New Taunt System:
Taunts are now available in the main menu and on the scoreboard. Were testing out female voice options for these, so be sure to check them out and let us know what you think!
Whats Next?
Well continue refining the campaign missions, expand on commander abilities, and work toward introducing these exciting new features. Additionally, were focusing on leaderboards and improving the games accessibility through localization.
Stay Connected!
Follow us on Twitter , YouTube , and Steam for the latest updates. Your feedback keeps us going strong!
Thank You!
Your ongoing support is invaluable. Keep playing, reviewing, and sharing D.O.T. Defence with your friends!
Best regards,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Greetings Commanders!
We're excited to share the latest updates for D.O.T. Defence!
- New Art
Railgun and Sniper Turrets: We've updated the visuals and sound effects for these turrets
Flamethrower Turret: The flamethrower has undergone a redesign to improve its visual appeal and function (burrowing underground)
- Sound Improvements
Numerous sound enhancements have been made to improve overall audio quality and immersion.
- Tileset Updates
We've continued to expand and refine the new tileset, with new roadlines and guard rails!
- New Feature
Superboss Tank: Prepare for a new challenge! A formidable superboss tank may now appear during wave defense.
- New Voices
Zombies: Zombies now have their own voices!
- New Trailer
With these exciting updates, we've also recut a new trailer! Check it out below and be sure to share it with your friends!
Whats Next?
Were working on adding new units, introducing different factions, expanding commander abilities, and creating a fun campaign to help you learn the games mechanics. We're also exploring leaderboards and localization options to make the game accessible to a wider audience.Follow us on Twitter , YouTube , or right here on Steam for the latest news and updates.
Thank You!
Your support is essential to our journey. Keep playing, reviewing, and sharing D.O.T DEFENCE with your friends. Every bit of feedback helps us make the game even better!
Best regards,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Greetings Commanders!
We're excited to share the latest updates for D.O.T. Defence!
:wrench: New Features & Improvements
- Added map preview art: We've added a system to display a simplified preview when you're selecting a map. This will let you better view what to expect when you jump into the game. More maps in general are to come!
-Updated Tileset: We've enhanced the visuals with new isocubes to better convey depth and improve readability. So far this is a first pass at the new system, but it's more modular than ever and will let us decorate the heck out of our current and future maps!
-Wave Defense Leaderboard System: This feature is still being developed, however if you or other friends over steam wish to battle for the highest score in our PvE mode, now you can! At the end of a match, press the Y button to toggle the leaderboard list next to your overall score.
-New Buildings: Introducing a streamlined design for our buildings. The updated assets are more intuitive and easier to understand at a glance.
-Hover Tooltip: Added a hover tooltip feature for bonus tiles. When you hover over a bonus tile for 1 second, a descriptive tooltip will pop up to help you make informed decisions.
-Zoom In System: A new zoom-in feature has been added to the tutorial, making it easier to follow along and understand the gameplay mechanics.
-UI Animation Changes: We've refined UI animations for a smoother, more cohesive experience. Expect more fluid transitions and visual feedback throughout the game.
Whats Next?
We're planning exciting updates including new units, different factions, expanded commander abilities, and a fun campaign to gradually teach you the games mechanics. Were also looking into different localization options! Follow us on Twitter , YouTube , or right here on Steam for the latest news.
Thank You!
Your support is crucial to our journey. Keep playing, reviewing, and sharing D.O.T. Defence with your friends. Each bit of feedback helps us make the game even better!
Best regards,
The RattleAxe Games Team
Hey everyone,
Were thrilled to announce that weve surpassed 1000 wishlists on Steam! A massive thank you to all who played the demo and supported us. Weve noticed two incredible surges recently from YouTubers and Bilibili who featured us.
Who We Are
Were RattleAxe Games, a passionate team with a background in AAA titles and animation. After experiencing industry shifts, we decided to pursue our own adventure. Our teams roots in RTS development, including work with BBI and Relic, as well as TV Animation, have inspired us to create D.O.T. Defence! A whimsical, casual RTS with quick, engaging gameplay.
Your Support Matters
Your support means everything to us. Please keep playing, reviewing, and sharing our game. Every bit helps us on this journey!
Whats Next?
We plan to add more units, introduce different factions, expand commander abilities, and develop a fun campaign that will gradually help you learn the game! Were also considering adding leaderboards and future localization! While we dont have set dates for these features yet, be sure to follow us on Twitter, here, or on YouTube for the latest updates!
Thank you for being a part of our adventure!
Best,
The RattleAxe Games Team
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With the recent wishlist additions from Chinese speaking countries, we asked a friend to translate the message above!
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Minimum Setup
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