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Korean War-themed Tower Defense Game "The East" Released on Steam

The tower defense game "The East", adapted from the Máo Dùn Literature Prize-winning novel, has launched on Steam. Developed and published by Shanghai Jiuyou Network Technology, the game is priced at 15 yuan in China.

17 August 2026
Korean War-themed Tower Defense Game "The East" Released on Steam
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Shanghai Jiuyou Network Technology has released its PC tower defense game, "The East," on the Steam platform. The game is officially licensed from the Máo Dùn Literature Prize-winning novel of the same name and is set during the Korean War.

The narrative centers on the experiences of Guo Xiang, who participated in the Korean War as part of the Chinese People's Volunteer Army. The game aims to portray patriotism and the struggle for peace and justice. "The East" features multiple gameplay modes and an extensive storyline.

Classified as a role-playing and simulation tower defense title, "The East" is available for pre-purchase and includes 31 Steam achievements, cloud save support, and family sharing. Minimum system requirements specify a 64-bit operating system, Intel Core i3 processor, and 4GB of RAM. Recommended specifications include Windows 11, an Intel Core i5 processor, and 8GB of RAM.

The game is priced at 15 Chinese yuan for the China region. Shanghai Jiuyou Network Technology is a veteran Chinese game developer and publisher known for its work in the online gaming sector.

Original source: ithome.com