XenoShyft: Deckbuilding Base Defense Against Alien Hordes

9/6/2026, 9:50:06 AM

Release date: 3/29/2016

Tags: #strategy #indie #casual #board-game #card-game #deckbuilding

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¥ 1,200 (JPY)

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$9.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,200
Global Price: $9.99
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Key highlight

XenoShyft: Onslaught is a deckbuilding base defense game where 1-4 players command NorTec divisions to fend off alien waves. Developed by CMON, it features cooperative play and strategic card management.

Who this is for

Ideal for players who enjoy a blend of strategic deckbuilding and base defense. Team up with friends to face the alien threat.

Details

Overview

XenoShyft: Onslaught plunges players into the role of a Commander within the NorTec Corporation, tasked with a critical mission: defending their base against relentless waves of horrific aliens. This beautifully illustrated title blends base defense mechanics with deck-building strategy, challenging players to manage their resources and units effectively. The core objective is to prevent the alien onslaught from destroying the NorTec base and halting its vital strip mining operations.

Highlights

Strategic Deckbuilding: Players build and manage decks representing military divisions, each with unique abilities, to fend off alien threats.
Cooperative Defense: Supports 1 to 4 players, allowing for cooperative play where each player controls a different division of the NorTec military.
Base Defense Gameplay: Engage in intense battles to protect the NorTec base from successive waves of alien attackers.

Who It's For

XenoShyft: Onslaught is designed for players who enjoy strategic thinking, cooperative gameplay, and the challenge of deck-building. Fans of base defense games looking for a unique twist will find plenty to engage with, especially those who appreciate a strong thematic setting and cooperative challenges.

Game Info

Developed by CMON and published by Twin Sails Interactive, XenoShyft: Onslaught was released on March 29, 2016. It offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, including co-op and shared/split-screen options. The game is available in English and is a paid title on Steam. Its gameplay revolves around strategic card play and base defense, appealing to fans of board games and deckbuilding titles.