# Fieldrunners

> Action

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id292421271](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id292421271)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id292421271`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Subatomic Studios, LLC
- **Category:** Action
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (2,011 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8.180368
- **Last updated:** 2018-04-11
- **First published:** 2008-10-05
- **Size:** 72 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fieldrunners/id292421271)
- **Website:** [http://www.subatomicstudios.com/games/fieldrunners/](http://www.subatomicstudios.com/games/fieldrunners/)

## Description

Fieldrunners is a classic retina-ready tower defense game where you defend against waves of invaders by building maze-like defenses from upgradable towers across multiple battlefields. It features **800+ waves**, **11 weapons**, a wide selection of strategies, and DLC maps for endless replayability. Retina visuals and Game Center integration enhance the experience.

Fieldrunners has earned awards and critical acclaim, making it a timeless strategy game for fans of tower defense and strategic planning.

## Rankings

- #39,792 — Overall

## Review summary

Fieldrunners is a nostalgia-tinged, addictive tower defense classic praised for its solid, challenging gameplay. Fans love the enduring appeal and replay value, but several reviews cite a long period without updates, stability problems like crashes, and monetization concerns over locked content.

### Pros

- Nostalgia and enduring appeal as an old-school, classic tower defense that players have enjoyed for years.
- Fun, well-built and challenging gameplay that remains engaging.
- High replay value with fans repeatedly returning to the game.
- Simple, accessible core design that still delivers a timeless tower defense experience.

### Cons

- Lack of updates and perceived neglect over years, disappointing players who want new content or improvements.
- Stability issues, including random crashes and progress loss during play.
- Monetization/paywalls, with content or extended modes locked behind purchases or paid extensions.

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