04MasterRain Games · In development
Shape the path. Hold the castle.
Dao Guardians is a castle-defense game where the map is your weapon. Build walls to bend enemy routes, station guardians with distinct roles, and survive escalating waves with wit instead of grind.
02Dao Guardians (in development)
Planned features
Path-shaping defense
Walls and gates change enemy routes — the puzzle is the terrain.
Guardians with roles
Blockers, archers, mystics; combos matter more than stats.
Hand-crafted waves
Each stage is designed, not random, so every victory can be learned.
Short, replayable runs
10–15 minute stages with star ratings and challenge modifiers.
East-Asian art direction
Mountain fortresses, lanterns and ink-washed skies, brought to life in rich colour.
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Development status
- 01
Prototype
Core path-shaping loop playable internally.
- 02
Vertical slice
First chapter with final art.
- 03
Playtest
Closed playtest sign-ups open now.
04Made for
- 01Strategy and tower-defense fans
- 02Players who like learnable, hand-made puzzles
- 03Fans of East-Asian art
05Release
We'll announce a date after the vertical slice. PC first.
Frequently asked questions
When does it release?
We'll announce a date after the vertical slice. Sign up to be notified.
Platforms?
PC first, like TypingPaws.
