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Genre: Simulator, Strategy, Indie

Northend Tower Defense

Early Access V 0.8.6 Patch

Greetings Commanders,

Small patch that addresses some issues and improvements:

- Improved Zombie Mode performance
- Game over button shows incorrect text
- Now cards in zombie mode will be stacked, if they are similar
- Fixed achievements for Zombie mode
- Stun upgrade wasn't showing in draft in the zombie mode
- Reinforcement armored name was showing incorrectly in the Zombie Mode
- Air drops now double the amount of units in Zombie mode

Thanks everyone, if you notice any issues please let us know!

Update 0.8.5

Greetings commanders,

In this update we polished a lot of things and added features based on the community's feedback.







Additions





Zombie mode




Units




  • Level up your units if you got the same unit cards, or just deploy them.
  • Increased units deployment spots from 6 to 12.
  • Added icons for replacing, upgrading, and deploying units.










Traps



Added 4 kind of traps:


  • Spikes trap
  • Flipping trap
  • Electric trap
  • Wooden pillar trap












Reinforcements



Added 2 more reinforcement cards:


  • Grenade launchers
  • Armored units







Improvements




  • Added option in Options to disable all icons in zombie mode
  • Reinforcement animation now shows up faster
  • Drops will show description of what they do
  • Increased M2 Mortar damage in Zombie mode
  • Adjusted Spitfire to shoot in line on the graphics shown
  • Added reinforcement cards names when hovering over them
  • Fixed issue where cards don't show up correctly when there are too many
  • Added zombie loading screen when clicking Play, prevents freezing
  • Hovering over a unit will show the name and the level of the unit
  • Added tips to inform player on actions that can be taken in game





Achievements




  • Added 27 new achievements for zombie mode.





NETD




  • Improved Defend the base level, dangerous shores, and enemies headquarters.





Next update we will add more features and content, and polish much more things.



Best,
Northend Games Team

Update V0.8 - Zombie Mode (30% Discount for limited time)


Greetings commanders,

At the community's request we built a new game mode, it's the zombie mode, free update for everyone to enjoy! Update V0.8 contains the changes below





Zombie Mode







ZOMBIE TYPES




+12 Zombie types to slay


  • Shovel Zombie
  • Shield Zombie
  • Runner Zombie
  • Respawner Zombie
  • Medic Zombie
  • Mechanic Zombie
  • Flag Zombie
  • Crawler Zombie
  • Captain Zombie
  • Bicycle Zombie
  • Walker Zombie
  • Vehicle carrying zombies with flag
  • Vehicle carrying zombies



UNIT TYPES




+16 Units to play with


  • Grenade Launcher
  • M1 Garand
  • M2 Mortar
  • MG
  • Shotgun
  • SMG
  • Sniper
  • Crowssbow Man
  • Armored
  • Bayonet
  • Bazooka
  • Bofors
  • Canon
  • Flamethrower
  • Spitfire
  • Bombers




MAPS


Big graveyard map




Abilities and drops




+22 Unique different upgrades

Abilities



  • Piercing bullets
  • Crippling power
  • Electric Shield
  • Drop mines on Death
  • Electrify Projectiles
  • More Coins
  • Fire Barrier
  • Incendiary Bullets
  • Bayonet Guards
  • Range
  • Overpowered units
  • Stun Grenades
  • Fire rate


Drops



  • Insta Kill
  • Spitfire run
  • Bombers run
  • Nuke
  • X2 Coins
  • Tank
  • Double damage
  • Airborne units
  • Increase health




NETD




UI



  • Added "No Ammo" text to indicate that commander ran out of ammo

Gameplay



  • Rotate units while placing them with mouse wheel
  • Canon now unlocks after reaching wave 20 in zombie mode

Fixed



  • Flamethrower and shotgun had issues

Performance



  • Performance improvements by disabling receive shadows on unnecessary object


Music



  • Added 4 new sound tracks


Big thanks for the community for keeping the feedback coming.
Till next update! Zombye!

Update V0.8 - Zombie Mode


Greetings commanders,

At the community's request we built a new game mode, it's the zombie mode, free update for everyone to enjoy! Update V0.8 contains the changes below





Zombie Mode







ZOMBIE TYPES




+12 Zombie types to slay


  • Shovel Zombie
  • Shield Zombie
  • Runner Zombie
  • Respawner Zombie
  • Medic Zombie
  • Mechanic Zombie
  • Flag Zombie
  • Crawler Zombie
  • Captain Zombie
  • Bicycle Zombie
  • Walker Zombie
  • Vehicle carrying zombies with flag
  • Vehicle carrying zombies



UNIT TYPES




+16 Units to play with


  • Grenade Launcher
  • M1 Garand
  • M2 Mortar
  • MG
  • Shotgun
  • SMG
  • Sniper
  • Crowssbow Man
  • Armored
  • Bayonet
  • Bazooka
  • Bofors
  • Canon
  • Flamethrower
  • Spitfire
  • Bombers




MAPS


Big graveyard map




Abilities and drops




+22 Unique different upgrades

Abilities



  • Piercing bullets
  • Crippling power
  • Electric Shield
  • Drop mines on Death
  • Electrify Projectiles
  • More Coins
  • Fire Barrier
  • Incendiary Bullets
  • Bayonet Guards
  • Range
  • Overpowered units
  • Stun Grenades
  • Fire rate


Drops



  • Insta Kill
  • Spitfire run
  • Bombers run
  • Nuke
  • X2 Coins
  • Tank
  • Double damage
  • Airborne units
  • Increase health




NETD




UI



  • Added "No Ammo" text to indicate that commander ran out of ammo

Gameplay



  • Rotate units while placing them with mouse wheel
  • Canon now unlocks after reaching wave 20 in zombie mode

Fixed



  • Flamethrower and shotgun had issues

Performance



  • Performance improvements by disabling receive shadows on unnecessary object


Music



  • Added 4 new sound tracks


Big thanks for the community for keeping the feedback coming.
Till next update! Zombye!

Zombie Mode & Development Updates




Commanders,

We wanted to take a moment to address the recent slowdown in our game development process. Unfortunately, we have been facing unexpected electricity issues at our office, which have affected our ability to work efficiently. We understand the frustration and disappointment this may have caused, and we would like to sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused.





Our Commitment to Excellence:

First and foremost, we want to assure you that despite these unforeseen circumstances, our team is working tirelessly to create the best game and experience possible. We are committed to delivering a high-quality product that exceeds your expectations. We understand that you have shown immense support and loyalty, and we genuinely appreciate your patience during this challenging time.



Transparency and Updates:

To keep you informed about the progress of our game, we have decided to provide you with a YouTube video showcasing gameplay footage and an update specifically on the highly anticipated zombie mode. We believe that this will give you a glimpse into the exciting features we have been working on and reinforce our dedication to delivering an exceptional gaming experience.

Our YouTube video will not only provide you with a sneak peek into the gameplay mechanics but also highlight the innovative features we have incorporated into the zombie mode. We hope that this will give you a taste of the incredible journey that awaits you once the game is complete.



Moving Forward:

As we work diligently to resolve the electricity issues at our office, we kindly request your continued understanding and support. Rest assured that we are doing everything within our power to overcome this setback as quickly as possible. We understand that time is of the essence, and we want to assure you that we are utilizing alternative arrangements and resources to minimize any further delays.




Thank you for your unwavering support.

Sincerely,
Northend Games Team

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Unique Tower Defense game. Mix different builds, Battle with different Soldiers, Experiment with big amount of perks. Parachute into the battlefield and use your strategy!






Also Zombie Mode in the works!





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30% Discount for a limited time!



Unique Tower Defense game. Mix different builds, Battle with different Soldiers, Experiment with big amount of perks. Parachute into the battlefield and use your strategy!



+20 Different Units, each one has unique power points and weak points. More types of Units are coming, Vehicles, Airplanes, Tanks. Each unit has a unique ability that will impact gameplay when placed on the battlefield.

Also exciting new zombie mode in the works!





Get the game on Discount!

Get Ready for the New Zombie Experience!





Teaser video:




Commanders,



We are thrilled to announce that our team is working on a major update, and it's going to be bigger and better than ever before! We've listened to your feedback and we're excited that we will bring you a new zombie mode in the next update, that includes more than 13 different types of zombies, each with their own unique abilities and challenges. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer to the game, you'll find plenty of exciting challenges in this new mode.

But that's not all – we are also working on some gameplay changes and added new features that will make your gaming experience even more enjoyable. For example, we are working on new weapons and items that will help you take on the zombie hordes, as well as new objectives and challenges that will keep you engaged and entertained for hours on end.

And we haven't forgotten about optimization, either. We are implementing some big improvements to ensure smoother gameplay, so you can focus on the action without worrying about lag or other performance issues.

We can't wait to show you to the new update and experience all the exciting new features we are working on. We'll be releasing more information about the update in the coming weeks, so stay tuned for more details!

Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm for our game. We couldn't do it without you.

Enjoy gaming,
Northend Games Team






NOW BROADCASTING: WATCH THE GAMER PLAY

Dear commanders,

Thank you for your continuous support. We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a month-long live streaming event for "Northend Tower Defense" on Steam!

During the event, we will invite many well-known streamers to play the game and share their gaming experiences live. We encourage all players to stay tuned to our official social media and game announcements during the event to get the latest updates and information.

Join us for the "Northend Tower Defense" live streaming event on Steam and enjoy the fun of gaming and live streaming together! Stay tuned to our official website and social media for more details.

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Patch V0.7.1

Greetings Commanders,

We fixed and adjusted small issues reported by the community:


  • Holding a unit while clicking an ability gives unexpected behavior has been fixed
  • Armored unit upgrade, might not give 6 burst, has been fixed
  • Reduced enemy planes numbers at airfield levels
  • Summary at the last level didn't show up when beating the campaign, has been fixed
  • Bug that prevented players from getting achievements has been resolved



Thanks everyone for the feedback,

Read Roadmap fixes and changes on Trello: https://trello.com/b/DPUxxzOV/netd-roadmap

Report issues or suggest features visit us on Discord: https://discord.gg/DuSN4MBE


Enjoy gaming,
Northend Games Team