Title:
Orcs Must Die!
Rating:
T
Genre:
Fantasy
Real Time Strategy
Third Person Shooter
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Release Date:
2011-10-05
Date Added:
2018-07-03 13:59:13
Game Summary:
“Orcs Must Die!” is an action-tower defense game developed by Robot Entertainment, released for Xbox Live Arcade on October 5, 2011.  The game combines strategic trap placement with third-person combat, offering a unique twist on the traditional tower defense genre.
Genre and Gameplay Mechanics
In “Orcs Must Die!”, players assume the role of a War Mage tasked with defending fortresses from relentless waves of orcs and other monstrous foes. The gameplay involves strategically setting up a variety of traps and using weapons to prevent enemies from breaching the player’s defenses. Unlike traditional tower defense games that utilize a top-down perspective, this title employs a third-person viewpoint, immersing players directly into the action. 
Unique Features
• Trap Variety: Players have access to an array of traps, including spike traps, tar pits, and wall-mounted devices, each with distinct effects on enemies. 
• Weapons and Spells: Beyond traps, the War Mage wields weapons and spells, such as the crossbow and elemental attacks, to combat foes directly. 
• Weaver System: Players can choose upgrades from different “Weavers,” allowing for customization of abilities and strategies. 
Reception
The game received favorable reviews upon release. Critics praised its engaging blend of strategy and action, as well as its replayability. Joystiq described the Xbox 360 version as a “finely-tuned whirling chamber of death,” highlighting the game’s addictive nature. IGN commended the length of the campaign and the combat system. Commercially, it sold over 50,000 units on Xbox and substantially more on PC. 
Legacy
The success of “Orcs Must Die!” led to several sequels:
• “Orcs Must Die! 2”: Released on July 30, 2012, it introduced two-player co-op gameplay and new character classes. 
• “Orcs Must Die! Unchained”: Launched in 2017, this installment adopted a free-to-play model and added competitive multiplayer modes. 
• “Orcs Must Die! 3”: Initially released on Stadia in 2020 and later on other platforms, it expanded the scale of battles with larger scenarios and introduced new gameplay elements. 
Backward Compatibility and Games with Gold
“Orcs Must Die!” became backward compatible with Xbox One on February 12, 2019, allowing players to enjoy the game on newer hardware.  Additionally, it was featured as a free title in the Games with Gold program in December 2021, providing Xbox Live Gold subscribers an opportunity to experience the game at no additional cost.
For a visual overview of the gameplay, you can watch the following video:
Genre and Gameplay Mechanics
In “Orcs Must Die!”, players assume the role of a War Mage tasked with defending fortresses from relentless waves of orcs and other monstrous foes. The gameplay involves strategically setting up a variety of traps and using weapons to prevent enemies from breaching the player’s defenses. Unlike traditional tower defense games that utilize a top-down perspective, this title employs a third-person viewpoint, immersing players directly into the action. 
Unique Features
• Trap Variety: Players have access to an array of traps, including spike traps, tar pits, and wall-mounted devices, each with distinct effects on enemies. 
• Weapons and Spells: Beyond traps, the War Mage wields weapons and spells, such as the crossbow and elemental attacks, to combat foes directly. 
• Weaver System: Players can choose upgrades from different “Weavers,” allowing for customization of abilities and strategies. 
Reception
The game received favorable reviews upon release. Critics praised its engaging blend of strategy and action, as well as its replayability. Joystiq described the Xbox 360 version as a “finely-tuned whirling chamber of death,” highlighting the game’s addictive nature. IGN commended the length of the campaign and the combat system. Commercially, it sold over 50,000 units on Xbox and substantially more on PC. 
Legacy
The success of “Orcs Must Die!” led to several sequels:
• “Orcs Must Die! 2”: Released on July 30, 2012, it introduced two-player co-op gameplay and new character classes. 
• “Orcs Must Die! Unchained”: Launched in 2017, this installment adopted a free-to-play model and added competitive multiplayer modes. 
• “Orcs Must Die! 3”: Initially released on Stadia in 2020 and later on other platforms, it expanded the scale of battles with larger scenarios and introduced new gameplay elements. 
Backward Compatibility and Games with Gold
“Orcs Must Die!” became backward compatible with Xbox One on February 12, 2019, allowing players to enjoy the game on newer hardware.  Additionally, it was featured as a free title in the Games with Gold program in December 2021, providing Xbox Live Gold subscribers an opportunity to experience the game at no additional cost.
For a visual overview of the gameplay, you can watch the following video:
Platform:
Microsoft Xbox 360
Publisher:
Backwards compatible
Developers:
Robot Entertainment
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Players:
1 Local
Country of Purchase:
United States
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Media Type:
Download
Date Added:
2018-07-03 13:59:13
