Uglyhood: Puzzle Defense is a casual Match 3 Puzzle Role-playing game that uniquely combines strategic Tower Defense elements. Despite the name "Uglyhood," the characters and game environments are quite the opposite, featuring visually appealing webtoon-style characters and arenas. The anime-inspired characters are a standout feature, adding to the game's allure as anime aesthetics are often unmatched in their beauty and appeal. This game cleverly merges puzzle-solving with tower defense mechanics, creating an engaging experience that captivates players.

The gameplay becomes increasingly exciting as players tackle challenging puzzles and progress through levels, all while managing a robust tower defense system. Players can collect a diverse array of characters such as Chris, Maya, Daisa, Jennifer, Lena, Chester, King, Becky, Tommy, Martha, Jay, Elsa, Mary, Benjamin, and many more. By assembling a team of powerful hero characters, players can form a formidable lineup for puzzle defense. After selecting a character, players must align matching blocks in rows, columns, or diagonals. Each character possesses limitless potential and unique abilities.

Uglyhood: Puzzle Defense is a turn-based game, where players take turns and must wait for their opponent's move before proceeding. The game offers a variety of battlefields with multiple combo opportunities. Players can utilize their anime characters' abilities, such as sword swings, gunfire, and arcade shooting, to solve puzzles and defend their territory. Building a strong defense system is crucial to prevent opponents from easily solving puzzles and to counter their strategies. Although it's primarily a single-player game, players can compete against others worldwide using webtoon characters. Upgrading characters' skills and magical powers enhances their ability to defend against opponents, allowing players to win battles swiftly and achieve high scores.