MonoTanks (Playdate) Free Version
A downloadable game
MonoTanks is a fast, arcade tank shooter for Playdate — a modern, 1-bit tribute to the classic Battle City. You command a single tank, defend your base, and blast through wave after wave of enemy armor. If you grew up with the NES Battle City (a.k.a. Tank 1990), you'll feel right at home: top-down battles, destructible walls, steel barriers, and that one base you absolutely cannot let fall. MonoTanks takes that timeless formula and rebuilds it for Playdate's crisp black-and-white screen.
NEW IN 1.1
- The second world is now free: 40 missions in total, up from 20
- All tiles redrawn from scratch
- Full tile destruction system — walls chip away hit by hit and leave rubble behind for the rest of the mission
- Screen shake when a tank goes up
- Two new settings: Dark Theme and Clean Roads
The full version is on the way, packing 100 levels across all worlds with difficulty that ramps up into brutal late-game firefights. It also adds BATTLE mode for fast, high-intensity skirmishes beyond the campaign. Grab the free edition now to get a feel for the game, and stay tuned for the full release.
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Install instructions
Playdate game (.pdx) — requires a Playdate console or the Playdate Simulator.
Install on Playdate (sideload):
1. Unzip — you'll get a "Monotanks.pdx" folder.
2. Go to https://play.date/account/sideload, sign in (same account as your console).
3. Click Upload, select the zip.
4. On the console: Settings → Games → wait for sync.
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Great fun.
Currently on lvl 11 with 5 achievements.
I tend to favor upgrading bullet and tank speed only :)
Thanks for developing this.
Thank you, that's great to hear! Speed build is a solid choice.
One favour: when you hit world 2, tell me what you think of the block design.
I'm still not sure I got it right.
So far the only level I wish had been different was 10, I think. where there were SO many blocks to destroy. I kinda prefer maps that are more 'bombed out streets' looking :) Great game!
Thanks for the feedback! 😊 You're right, some levels are a bit too enclosed. I'll improve them. Glad you enjoyed the game!
Oh it's great fun, I'll be pushing forwards to World II :)