Jarred Defense

September 22, 2026 Mikolas Zuza Mikolas Zuza
Strategy
Linux PC Mac
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A difficult maze-building tower defense about Yuki, a cat trapped in a teleporting jar. Protect it from robots and endure its unhelpful comments. Build your own paths, adapt as levels change, unlock powerful items, and uncover Yuki’s story. A love letter to Warcraft III custom maps.
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Release Date September 22, 2026
Developer Mikolas Zuza
Publisher Mikolas Zuza
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Bird view / Isometric
Themes Action
Jarred Defense

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