What is 东方?
You've probably seen some weird chatter about a military TD called '東方' (East) popping up in your feed. It sounds like a wild ride—Korean War setting, deep RPG elements, and a super low price tag. I'll be honest, I went down the rabbit hole trying to find it because a niche historical TD is exactly my vibe. But before you spend an hour digging through sketchy forums, you need to hear the truth about this one.
Gameplay
You're probably seeing a listing for a military TD called 東方 (East) based on the Korean War and the experiences of Guo Xiang. On paper, it looks like a niche RPG-Sim hybrid where you'll manage the Chinese People's Volunteer Army to liberate Korea. At $2.99, it's a weird price point—not quite free, but cheap enough that you'd think it's a quick indie download. But here's the catch: you can't actually play it.
I spent way too much time hunting for this thing and it's a total ghost. There's no Steam page, no working APK, and no actual game to load. If you're looking for that moment-to-moment loop of placing towers and managing troops, you're not getting it here. It's basically a myth floating around obscure forums or TikTok leaks.
You won't find any progression or replay value because the game doesn't exist in a playable state. It's not even in a buggy Early Access phase; it's just gone. Don't let the specific military theme or the low price tag trick you into searching for a download link that isn't there.
If you've got a craving for tower defense right now, you're better off sticking to the classics. Go grind some Bloons or jump back into Kingdom Rush. At least those games actually exist and load on your PC. Until a legit link surfaces, this is just a waste of your bandwidth.
Key Features
- Korean War military theme
- Based on Guo Xiang's experiences
- RPG and Simulation elements
- Chinese People's Volunteer Army focus
Screenshots
Verdict
Skip this entirely because the game doesn't actually exist. Unless you enjoy chasing digital myths, save your $2.99 and play something that actually loads.
View on Steam →* Price at time of publication (checked 17.08.2026). Prices may vary by region and are subject to change. This is an editorial review, not a commercial offer.