Elf Defense

About

Elf Defense is a real time strategy game where you guide elves fending off human invaders. You place defensive structures on a map to block waves of enemies while managing resources to upgrade your base. Each level has distinct terrain and enemy types that require tailored tactics. The controls are touch based with simple drag and drop mechanics. Progression unlocks new tower types and abilities over 30+ stages. The game's charm comes from its whimsical art style and surprisingly deep strategy layer. Tiny elf units dart around trees and rocks while human soldiers march in formations. Players on forums note the difficulty curve ramps up smartly without feeling punishing. With a 4.5 star rating on iOS from 2011, many still cite it as a top mobile tower defense for balancing simplicity and challenge. The lore about human greed adding context to the conflict is a nice touch without slowing gameplay.