Following our exploration of the best RTS and turn-based strategy games for Android, it's time to dive into the world of the best Android tower defense games. Despite the genre's peak having passed, the Play Store continues to offer some truly engaging and innovative tower defense experiences.
Feel free to click on the game names below to download them directly from the Play Store. If you believe there are other fantastic tower defense games that we've missed, please share them in the comments section below.
The Best Android Tower Defense Games
Dungeons of the Endless: Apogee
This game seamlessly blends roguelite, dungeon crawler, and tower defense elements into a captivating experience. It's deep, engaging, and requires you to juggle multiple roles, making it a standout choice in the genre.
Bloons TD 6
Returning to more traditional tower defense roots, Bloons TD 6 showcases the enduring appeal of the Bloons series with its robust gameplay and enduring charm.
Kingdom Rush Frontiers
Choosing just one Kingdom Rush game was tough, but Frontiers stands out with its perfect blend of towers, heroes, and challenging levels, making it the best in the series.
Dungeon Warfare II
In this game, you build a dungeon filled with traps to keep out explorers. It offers unique mechanics and a satisfyingly cruel edge, complemented by excellent graphics.
2112TD
This sci-fi tower defense game draws inspiration from classics like Command and Conquer and StarCraft. Defend against alien invasions with powerful lasers to save the planet.
Dungeon Defense
A reverse dungeon crawler, Dungeon Defense focuses on keeping adventuring parties out of your dungeon and away from your loot, using a variety of ghosts and goblins to aid you.
Plants vs Zombies 2
No tower defense list would be complete without a Plants vs Zombies game. This lane-based tower defense remains a classic, continually updated to keep the gameplay fresh.
Iron Marines
Although it also featured on our RTS list, Iron Marines straddles both genres so effectively that it deserves a spot here. Its complexity adds to the entertainment value.
Path To Nowhere
Imagine running your own version of the Suicide Squad. Path To Nowhere is a tower defense gacha where you utilize the city’s most unusual inmates to tackle deadly threats. Just remember, trust can be a dangerous thing.
UnderDark: Defense
In this dark yet charming tower defense game, you keep the fires burning against the encroaching darkness. It's free to play with optional ads, making it perfect for one-handed play on the go.
Rymdkapsel
Ending with a game that's hard to pronounce, Rymdkapsel beautifully combines RTS, TD, and puzzle elements. Its challenging gameplay will keep you engaged for hours.
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