Dungeon Defenders vs Kingdom Rush in 2026
Dungeon Defenders and Kingdom Rush compared on features, Steam prices and getting started, with Tower Bio Defense as a browser-based option.
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Dungeon Defenders lets you create a hero from one of four distinct classes. [1] It also has a demo. [1] Kingdom Rush lists 8 specialized tower upgrades. [2] Tower Bio Defense is played in a web browser. [3] Its art notes say it aims for a gory, creepy look. [3]
| Option | Price | Where you play | Maker and release | Other details listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dungeon Defenders | $14.99 normally, discounted to $2.99 [1] | not published | Chromatic Games, released Oct 18, 2011 [1] | 4 difficulty modes, survival missions, challenge maps [1] |
| Kingdom Rush | $9.99 normally, discounted to $0.99 [2] | not published | Ironhide Game Studio, released Jan 6, 2014 [2] | 18 tower abilities and a 12 stage core campaign [2] [2] |
| Tower Bio Defense | not published | Web browser [3] | not published | Upgrade placed towers; choose a map before playing [3] [3] |
The short answer
Dungeon Defenders lets players create a hero from one of four distinct classes. [1] Kingdom Rush lists 8 specialized tower upgrades. [2] Tower Bio Defense is played in a web browser. [3]
For trying before buying, the Dungeon Defenders Steam page offers a demo. [1] For tower customizing, the Kingdom Rush page lists 8 specialized tower upgrades. [2] Tower Bio Defense runs in a web browser. [3]
Dungeon Defenders and Kingdom Rush: what their pages say
Dungeon Defenders offers a demo on Steam. [1] Its page says players create a hero from one of four distinct classes. [1] Its Steam page lists a normal price of $14.99. [1]
Kingdom Rush has 8 specialized tower upgrades, according to its page. [2] Its Steam page lists a normal price of $9.99. [2]
For anything not in the table, such as how a single match plays out, read the official pages.
Tower Bio Defense
Tower Bio Defense is made by the team that publishes this site. You play it in a web browser. [3] You pick a map before a game starts. [3] You can select a placed tower and upgrade it. [3] You can also sacrifice a tower you have placed. [3]
Towers can shoot or fight up close. [3] Some enemies split into weaker enemies when defeated. [3] Some enemies are armored. [3] Its art notes say it aims for a hellish, creepy, fleshy look, with gore and blood effects. [3]
Pricing and fees
The Steam page lists Dungeon Defenders at $14.99 normally, discounted to $2.99 (80% off). [1] A demo is available on Steam. [1]
The Steam page lists Kingdom Rush at $9.99 normally, discounted to $0.99 (90% off). [2]
No price is published for Tower Bio Defense. Discounts change, so check the current Steam page for either of the other two before you buy. No other fees, such as extra content charges, are stated in the sources used here, so check each page for them.
Getting started
For Dungeon Defenders, the Steam page offers a demo to download. [1] Dungeon Defenders lets players create a hero from one of four distinct classes. [1]
For Kingdom Rush, the Steam page lists a price of $9.99 normally. [2] Kingdom Rush lists 8 specialized tower upgrades to customize your strategy. [2]
For Tower Bio Defense, you play in a web browser. [3] You pick a map before a game starts. [3] Once towers are placed, you can select one and upgrade it. [3]
Things to check before you choose
Does the game need a store account, or does it open in a browser? Is there a demo, and what does it cover? What is the price today, once any discount ends? Do you want to play alone or with others, and does the page list that? How much do you want to customize towers and heroes? Is the visual style, including gore, something you want to see? How long does a campaign last, and does the page say? Does the page name system requirements for your computer? Check the official pages for details that this page does not cover.
How to choose
If you want to create a hero from one of four classes, the Dungeon Defenders page lists that. [1] If you want a try-before-buying option, Dungeon Defenders lists a demo on Steam. [1]
If you want to customize towers, the Kingdom Rush page lists 8 specialized tower upgrades. [2]
If you want to play in a browser with towers that can shoot or fight up close, Tower Bio Defense does that. [3] [3] If you want a gory, creepy look, Tower Bio Defense's art notes say it aims for a hellish, creepy, fleshy look, with gore and blood effects. [3]
Frequently asked questions
How much is Dungeon Defenders on Steam?
The Steam page lists Dungeon Defenders at $14.99 normally, discounted to $2.99 (80% off). [1] Discounts change over time, so check the current page before buying. A demo is also available on Steam. [1]
How much is Kingdom Rush on Steam?
The Steam page lists Kingdom Rush at $9.99 normally, discounted to $0.99 (90% off). [2] Discounts change over time, so check the current page for today's price before you decide to buy it.
Does Dungeon Defenders have a demo?
A demo is available for Dungeon Defenders on Steam. [1] The page also says players create a hero from one of four distinct classes. [1] Check the Steam page for what the demo covers and for any other details before you buy.
How many tower upgrades does Kingdom Rush list?
The Kingdom Rush page says the game has 8 specialized tower upgrades. [2] The Steam page lists it at $9.99 normally, discounted to $0.99 (90% off). [2] Check the page for how upgrades work in play and for today's price.
Can Tower Bio Defense be played in a browser?
Yes. Tower Bio Defense is played in a web browser. [3] You pick a map before a game starts. [3]
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