Draft:Tower Defense Simulator
| Submission declined on 28 May 2025 by KylieTastic (talk). This submission is not adequately supported by reliable sources. Reliable sources are required so that information can be verified. If you need help with referencing, please see Referencing for beginners and Citing sources. This draft's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article. In summary, the draft needs multiple published sources that are:
Where to get help
How to improve a draft
You can also browse Wikipedia:Featured articles and Wikipedia:Good articles to find examples of Wikipedia's best writing on topics similar to your proposed article. Improving your odds of a speedy review To improve your odds of a faster review, tag your draft with relevant WikiProject tags using the button below. This will let reviewers know a new draft has been submitted in their area of interest. For instance, if you wrote about a female astronomer, you would want to add the Biography, Astronomy, and Women scientists tags. Editor resources
|  |
| Submission declined on 8 February 2025 by Qcne (talk). This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines on the notability of web content). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia. Declined by Qcne 4 months ago. | |
Tower Defense Simulator
[edit]| Tower Defense Simulator | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Paradoxum Games |
| Publisher(s) | Paradoxum Games |
| Engine | Roblox Studio |
| Platform(s) | Windows, macOS, Xbox One, iOS, iPadOS, Android, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 |
| Release | June 5, 2019 |
| Genre(s) | Strategy, Tower Defense, Science Fiction, Horror |
| Mode(s) | Multiplayer |
Tower Defense Simulator is a 2019 multiplayer tower defense video game developed Paradoxum Games on the online game platform Roblox. It was released on June 5, 2019, the game has since garnered widespread attention and remains one of the most played tower defense games on Roblox. In the game, players team up to fight waves of incoming enemies by placing and upgrading a variety of defensive units, known as towers, on a map. The primary objective is to prevent enemies from reaching the end of a designated path. Players earn in-game currency during each match, which can be used to upgrade towers or place new ones. Victory is achieved by surviving all enemy waves, including powerful boss enemies that appear in later rounds.
Gameplay
[edit]Players can choose from multiple maps and difficulty levels, each presenting unique challenges. A match can be played solo or with up to four players cooperatively. The game features a wide array of towers, each with its own abilities, costs, and upgrade paths. Towers can range from basic infantry units to powerful military or sci-fi inspired defenses. Players can unlock and equip different towers through gameplay progression, event participation, or purchasing with in-game currency.
The game includes a leveling system and XP-based rewards, allowing players to unlock more advanced towers and cosmetics as they progress. Special game modes and limited-time events often introduce exclusive towers and enemies, contributing to the game's replayability.
Development
[edit]Tower Defense Simulator was developed by Paradoxum Games, a Roblox development group led by the game's creator, BelowNatural. Development of the game began in early 2019 after Tower Defense genre gain popularity in Roblox platform, the first one being Tower Battles (2017). With the goal of creating a cooperative tower defense experience inspired by classic strategy games, while taking advantage of Roblox’s multiplayer and user-generated content features.
The game officially launched on June 5, 2019, and quickly gained popularity within the Roblox community due to its engaging cooperative gameplay, wide variety of towers, and wave-based enemy system. Unlike many other tower defense games on the platform, Tower Defense Simulator emphasized teamwork, strategy, and real-time unit placement, which set it apart from its competitors.
Following its release, the development team adopted a live-service model, frequently updating the game with new content, features, and seasonal events. These updates have included new towers, maps, game modes, and event-exclusive items. Notable early additions included towers such as the Minigunner, Commander, and DJ Booth, which became essential components in advanced strategies.
Major Milestones
[edit]- Summer 2019 – Halloween 2019: The game received its first major seasonal event, the 2019 Halloween Event, introducing the Fallen King boss and event-exclusive towers like the Pumpkin Tower.
- 2020: The game saw significant updates to the UI and lobby system, alongside the addition of the Golden Perks System, which allowed players to unlock powerful tower variants through crates. This year also included the Spring, Summer, and Winter events, each with limited-time rewards and challenges.
- 2021 – 2022: Development continued with a focus on refining game balance, redesigning towers, and introducing hardcore modes. The Hardcore Mode update introduced a new set of enemies and greater difficulty for veteran players. Events such as the Beach Invasion and Metaverse Champions expanded the game’s reach and visibility on the platform.
- 2023 – 2024: Tower Defense Simulator underwent visual and gameplay overhauls, including improved map design, upgraded tower models, and quality-of-life improvements. The team also introduced daily missions, battle pass-style progression systems, and additional tower skins to enhance player engagement.
- 2025: As of this year, the game remains actively developed, with new events, limited-time towers, and improved matchmaking systems. Paradoxum Games has continued to emphasize community feedback, often incorporating player suggestions into future updates.
Reception
[edit]The game has received positive feedback for its strategic depth, cooperative gameplay, and ongoing developer support. As of 2025, Tower Defense Simulator has accumulated over a billion visits and maintains a strong, active player base. It has also been nominated for and won awards within the Roblox community, solidifying its status as a standout title on the platform.