# Isle of Arrows – Tower Defense

> Roguelike fusion of TD, puzzles and board game 🏹

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gridpop.isleofarrowsandroid](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gridpop.isleofarrowsandroid)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.gridpop.isleofarrowsandroid`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Studio Gridpop Inc
- **Category:** GAME\_STRATEGY
- **Downloads:** 257,895
- **Rating:** 4.05 / 5 (1,997 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-19
- **First published:** 2022-11-03
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Size:** 64 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gridpop.isleofarrowsandroid)
- **Website:** [http://gridpop.co/isle/](http://gridpop.co/isle/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://gridpop.co/isle/ioa\_privacy.html](https://gridpop.co/isle/ioa_privacy.html)

## Description

Isle of Arrows is a unique Chrome extension that fuses tower defense gameplay with puzzle and board game mechanics. Players strategically place randomly drawn tiles—such as towers, roads, flags, gardens, and taverns—on a growing isle to defend against waves of invaders. The roguelike structure ensures that each run offers different enemies, tiles, rewards, and events, making every playthrough distinct.

Featuring over 70 tiles, three engaging game modes including Campaign, Gauntlet, and Daily Defense, and multiple themed campaigns with unique tiles, Isle of Arrows offers deep strategy and replayability. Additional game elements like guilds, modifiers, and over 75 bonus cards further enhance the gameplay variety. Note that cloud saving is currently not supported. This extension is perfect for fans of tower defense, puzzles, and roguelike challenges looking for a fresh strategic experience.

## Rankings

- #140,931 — Overall
- #41 — Game strategy (Paid)
- #190 — Game (Paid)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`

## Review summary

Isle of Arrows blends creative roguelike twists with solid tower-defense mechanics, strong visuals, and high replay value. Daily challenges and thoughtful gameplay are commonly praised. However, reviewers flag heavy RNG, balance issues in dailies and late levels, limited currency and tower options, occasional bugs, and a desire for more content and updates. These factors can turn otherwise engaging runs into frustrating experiences unless balance and progression are improved.

### Pros

- Creative and unique roguelike twists elevate the tower defense gameplay.
- Deep, well-thought-out gameplay with a solid tutorial, great visuals, and strategic depth.
- Highly replayable with long-term appeal and hours of content.
- Daily challenges/additional content provide ongoing engagement.
- Engaging mix of card-based randomness and tower defense mechanics adds variety.

### Cons

- Overreliance on RNG makes many encounters feel imbalanced or unwinnable.
- Balance issues in daily challenges and end-game, with difficult modifiers and some unwinnable levels.
- Limited currency and towers hamper strategic options and progression.
- Occasional bugs or stability issues (e.g., black screen).
- Desire for more content and updates; new campaigns or modes are expected.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gridpop.isleofarrowsandroid)