Overview

TPS Tickman: Castle Defense is a single-player action game from developer and publisher Twins Halo, released on October 21, 2026. It blends third-person shooting with tower defense mechanics, placing you on the battlements of a castle under siege.

The enemy is a relentless horde of stickmen, and your job is to hold the wall through thirty waves of increasingly creative assaults.

Highlights

  • Third-person shooter tower defense: Stand on the castle walls and shoot directly at incoming enemies, combining direct combat with strategic placement of defensive structures.
  • Unlockable castle defenses: Each boss you defeat unlocks a new piece of defense, such as auto turrets, cruise missile silos, kamikaze drones, an MLRS battery, a cavalry stable, and hidden rockfall traps on the cliffs.
  • Six bosses and varied war machines: Face off against six bosses, including the Siege Giant and Wallbreaker, while dealing with ladders, siege towers, catapults, and other war machines.
  • Full controller support and camera comfort: The game is designed with full controller support and camera comfort features, making it accessible for players who prefer gamepads.
  • Broad language support: Available in English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and many other languages.

Who It's For

This game is ideal for fans of tower defense games who want a more active, hands-on role, as well as third-person shooter enthusiasts looking for a strategic twist. The casual and indie nature makes it approachable, while the thirty waves and boss fights offer a decent challenge.

If you enjoy defending a position with a mix of shooting and building, this is worth a look.

Game Info

  • Developer/Publisher: Twins Halo
  • Release Date: October 21, 2026
  • Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
  • Modes: Single-player
  • Features: Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Camera Comfort
  • Platform: PC (Steam)

Check the latest Steam listing for current pricing and availability.