Unleash necromancy in the strategy game

Crypt Keeper is a premium strategy game that blends tower defense, base building, and action elements into one cohesive roguelite experience. Taking on the role of a necromancer, you must raise an army of skeletons and fend off endless waves of invading heroes. As you play, expect to make tactical decisions, manage resources, and navigate a steady mix of real-time combat choices.

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A story of exile and survival

In Crypt Keeper, you begin as an exile, unlocking necromantic powers to survive. To establish a shrine in the forest, you must withstand repeated assaults from determined heroes. The hack-and-slash fighting style adds intensity to encounters, giving you the chance to take the fight directly to enemies while still managing the defensive side of the game.

The gameplay mixes resource gathering, tower placement, and skeleton summoning with direct combat. Base building expands your defenses, while real-time tactics demand quick decisions in the heat of battle. However, controls are optimized for gamepads—players using a keyboard and mouse may find menu navigation and quick actions slower or less precise. This could impact responsiveness during intense moments. 

A roguelite worth testing

Overall, Crypt Keeper balances strategy and action within a roguelite format. Its mix of tower defense, city builder mechanics, and tactical combat ensures variety across runs. The vibrant design adds appeal, though controls may affect comfort depending on setup. Still, it remains a creative and challenging option for players who enjoy defense-driven strategy games.

  • Pros

    • Strong mix of strategy, tower defense, and city builder mechanics
    • Replayable roguelite progression with unlockable perks
    • Real-time tactics and combat variety
  • Cons

    • Controls feel less natural when not using a controller
 0/5

App specs

  • License

    Full

  • Version

    1.0.9

  • Latest update

  • Platform

    Windows

  • OS

    Windows 10

  • Language

    English

    Available languages

    • English
    • Spanish
    • German
    • French
    • Italian
    • Russian
    • Portuguese
    • Polish
    • Danish
    • Swedish
    • Czech
  • Downloads

    1

  • Developer

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