# Tiny Defense > 2D grid-based tower defense game with cute robots and strategic combat. (iPhone/iPad app by Picsoft Co., Ltd..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-defense/id453447822 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Picsoft Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/453447825) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Role Playing, Strategy - Price: $2.99 with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.80/5 from 449 App Store ratings · 379 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 160 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2011-09-22 - Data updated: 2026-08-30 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-defense/id453447822/reviews.md ## What is Tiny Defense? Green Planet is a beautiful home of the little mechanical life forms known as “Minirobots”. While living peacefully, their planet was invaded by an army of robot troops calling themselves “The Machines”. These machines tried to turn Green Planet into a space resort and had captured many of the Minirobots, but now they are fighting back! ********************** “Tiny Defense takes the tried and tested tower defense genre and puts it onto a 2D playing field. It works a treat and comes out as one of the very best in its class.” – 148Apps.com "This tactical defense game is entertaining and addictive. There is nothing not to love about it." – AppAdvice.com “Tiny Defense is one of the first tower defense titles that I’ve played that meets up to the expectations of P vs Z.” – AppStoreArcade “I like it! Cute, Mario-esque graphics, PvZ gameplay, ample content.” – ArcadeLife ********************** Use your wit and tactics to overcome the obstacles and save the gorgeous Green Planet! Collect energy crystal to build your army of robot and fight to rescue your friends. Beware! The enemies are everywhere; on the ground, in the sky, over the sea and even under there! Tiny Defense features bright cartoony graphics with funny characters, easy-to-learn gameplay with a good depth to please strategy fans, a vast number of levels and mini-games with challenging boss fight. Stand united and prove that size doesn't matter in Tiny Defense, a playful challenge for strategy game lovers! ▼ Features ---------------- ▷ Unique side-view, grid base defense game ▷ 150 magnificent levels ▷ 3 episodes with distinguished gameplay ▷ 40 cute robot types to choose from ▷ 32 types of ruthless enemy ▷ 5 different areas (Glass Land, Desert, Underwater, Glacier, Iron Fortress) ▷ 30 fun action/arcade style mini-games ▷ Tons of upgrades, unlockables, and achievements ▷ Over 20 hours of gameplay! *** TIPS: Story Mode continue after the first 50 levels 2 times! Extend the fun to the total of 150 levels! ▼ Requirements (Please check before download!) ---------------- Compatible with iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch (3rd, 4th, 5th gen), iPad, iPad 2, The New iPad and iPad Mini. Requires iOS 4.3 or later ******************* ▼ Get in Touch ---------------- ▷ Follow us! : twitter.com/TinyDefense ▷ Join our fan page : facebook.com/TinyDefense ▷ Tiny Defense Community : pic-soft.com/forum ## Key features - Unique side-view, grid-based defense - 150 levels across 3 episodes - 40 robot types and 32 enemy types - 5 distinct environments - 30 action/arcade mini-games - Extensive upgrades and unlockables ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: $2.99. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Small Pile of Metal Parts (5,000 MP) | $0.99 | one-time | | Big Pile of Metal Parts (15,000 MP) | $1.99 | one-time | | Bronze Metal Case (30,000 MP) | $2.99 | one-time | | Silver Metal Case (100,000 MP) | $4.99 | one-time | | Gold Metal Case (250,000 MP) | $9.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of Tiny Defense? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay - 🚀 Great graphics and animations - 💡 Unique tower defense mechanics - 🎨 Cute and creative robot designs - 🕹️ Challenging yet rewarding levels - 🔥 Highly replayable with many levels **Cons** - 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs - 🕰️ Some levels feel repetitive - 🎮 Controls can be finicky at times - 🔍 Lack of difficulty options or customization **Commonly reported bugs** - Pause button not working properly - Incompatibility issues on newer devices - Progression data not saving correctly **Most requested features** - More levels and worlds to explore - Ability to upgrade or evolve robots - Multiplayer or co-op game modes - Difficulty settings to adjust challenge ## Recent user reviews (10 of 379) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-defense/id453447822/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Love this game *2026-05-22, version 1.3.10* I’ve finished it about 6 times over the years. Keep coming back to it. ### 3/5 — This game almost gave me a virus *2026-02-06, version 1.3.10* I really like this game I beat it at least 2 times but when you click on more fun it takes you a website that try’s to give you a virus so just watch out guys. ### 5/5 — My favorite TD game since I was a kid *2026-01-25, version 1.3.10* Might be better than PVZ Imo ### 5/5 — Great game *2026-01-17, version 1.3.10* Greatness ### 5/5 — Great game *2025-12-29, version 1.3.10* Miss that thy don’t develop it anymore, best game ever ### 5/5 — Love this game *2025-12-21, version 1.3.10* I’ve played it the about 3 times now. ### 1/5 — L *2025-10-12, version 1.3.10* Lost all my content and I buy some coins ### 5/5 — Best game of app time 5 stars i plaued this game as a child and recently rediscovered it *2024-08-08, version 1.3.10* 5 stars ### 5/5 — Incredible game. Wish it was more popular *2024-04-21, version 1.3.10* This game was my childhood, and still for a decade, I have played this game. It is incredible ### 5/5 — The best *2024-02-28, version 1.3.10* This is one of the best games I’ve ever played out of the ridiculous amount of stuff I play from the day. Apple came out with the ability to do it. It was a very different tower defense came I’d ever seen when he came out, but it was so good that not only have I installed it twice. I just installed it a third time to play it again I’ve never played a game more than once, but this one is just so good and it’s from the days before everybody tried to nickel and dime youand ruined gaming. I would pay again for this game. It’s so good. ## Frequently asked questions about Tiny Defense ### What is Tiny Defense? Tiny Defense is a 2D tower defense game where players defend a planet called Green Planet from an invading robot army. You collect energy crystals to build your army of robot units and strategically deploy them on a grid to fight enemies. ### What are the key features of Tiny Defense? The game features a unique side-view, grid-based defense system with 150 levels across 3 episodes. Players can choose from 40 cute robot types to combat 32 different enemy types across 5 distinct environments. It also includes 30 mini-games and numerous upgrades. ### How much does Tiny Defense cost? The application is free to download and play, but it offers in-app purchases. This means you can enjoy the core game for free, with optional purchases available for additional content or advantages. ### What devices is Tiny Defense compatible with? Tiny Defense is compatible with iPhone 3GS and later, iPod touch (3rd gen and later), and all iPad models. It requires iOS 4.3 or later to run. ### What kind of gameplay can I expect from Tiny Defense? You can expect a tactical defense game with easy-to-learn gameplay that offers good depth for strategy fans. The game combines elements of tower defense with action and arcade-style mini-games, offering over 20 hours of gameplay. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.3.10 — 2017-12-16 This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included. • Minor bug fixes and improvements ### 1.3.9 — 2017-11-26 • Fixed touchscreen unresponsive on iPhone X ### 1.3.8 — 2017-11-16 • Fixed touchscreen unresponsive on iOS 11.1 on some devices • Minor bug fixes and improvements ### 1.3.7 — 2017-08-23 • Fixed game freeze when receiving achievements in the Laboratory on some devices. ### 1.3.6 — 2017-07-27 • Fixed game crashes on launch on some devices. • Fixed pause button doesn't work on some devices. ## Apps similar to Tiny Defense | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [The Creeps! 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-30.*