Shooter · 2011
Sanctum
An experimental game that tries to combine first-person shooters and tower defense genres. Players take control of the elite soldier Skye, who was sent to defend her hometown from a crowd of unknown alien-monsters. At the beginning of each map, the player has time to place the attacking towers and build a maze along…
Key facts
- Released
- 15 April 2011
- Genre
- Shooter · Action · Casual
- Length
- ≈ 2 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Co-op
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Coffee Stain Studios
- Critics
- Metacritic 70
- Steam reviews
- 89% positive (3,302 reviews)
- Best price
- $6.59 · Green Man Gaming
Where to buy
Why play it
- "Action" vibe
- Just right for a weekend
- Playable in co-op
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Sanctum?
Expect about 2 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Sanctum with friends?
Yes: Sanctum can be played solo and in co-op.
What platforms is Sanctum on?
Sanctum is available on PC.
Where to buy Sanctum for the best price?
The best price Game Picker found is $6.59 at Green Man Gaming. Prices are checked daily.
Is Sanctum a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 70. On Steam, 89% positive (3,302 reviews).
What games are like Sanctum?
In the same spirit: Sanctum 2, X-Morph: Defense and ShellShock Live.



