Apple Knight Action Platformer

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Apple Knight Action Platformer is a single-player Hack and Slash game with an intriguing story, masterful gameplay, and splendid graphics, accompanied by a wonderful soundtrack. However, it features lots of grinding, can be disturbed by ads, and has some bugs, while also containing plenty of humor and high emotional stakes. The game describes itself as an epic offline adventure with endless challenges and customizable heroes.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Apple Knight Action Platformer screenshot

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics407 positive mentions

monetization753 negative mentions

Great graphics and smooth gameplay, reminiscent of classic platformers.
Fun and challenging levels with a good balance of difficulty.
Customizable controls enhance the gameplay experience.

Excessive ads, especially after every level or death, can be frustrating.
Some mechanics, like taking damage from touching enemies, feel unfair.
Limited content and progression can lead to a repetitive experience.

monetization
803 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
3%
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly unskippable ones that appear after deaths or between levels. While some users appreciate the option to pay a small fee to remove ads and access additional content, others feel that the game is overly reliant on ads for progression, leading to a frustrating experience. Overall, while the game offers a free-to-play model, the heavy presence of ads has been a significant point of contention among players.
- “Oh, and monetization is extremely fair.”
- “The microtransactions are of course there, but it seems like they aren't necessary, and they don't bury the game behind them.”
- “It's a great platformer with interesting mechanics and no forced monetization.”
- “Would seem fun, but too many ads, and the 'free to play' part is skewed too much in the pay to play direction.”
- “The in-game currency is not quite plentiful enough to buy even the basic items without replaying levels or watching ads, which slows down the overall game experience.”
- “The sheer number of ads in this game is extremely annoying.”
graphics
559 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
25%
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The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising the charming pixel art style and vibrant colors that evoke nostalgia for classic gaming. Players appreciate the smooth animations and overall aesthetic, noting that the visuals enhance the gameplay experience. However, some reviews mention occasional graphical glitches and a desire for improved clarity in certain areas, indicating that while the graphics are generally well-received, there is room for refinement.
- “The graphics are amazing and I really like to play but the 'big' problem is the gameplay and control because it makes you really mad and it's so annoying.”
- “I love the pixel art style, and the gameplay is smooth.”
- “Great graphics, smooth gameplay, very fun.”
- “It's a really fun game but no matter how low you make the graphics it gets to a point in the level where it lags so hard that the screen freezes.”
- “The graphics needs to be tweaked a little though because sometimes, enemies or loot blend in the background so it doesn't get noticed.”
- “Very poor graphics.”
gameplay
522 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
29%
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The gameplay of this platformer is generally praised for its smooth controls, engaging mechanics, and charming pixel art style, making it enjoyable and addictive for players. However, some users have noted issues such as intrusive ads, occasional lag, and certain mechanics that can feel frustrating or unbalanced. Overall, while the game offers a fun experience with a nostalgic feel, there are areas for improvement, particularly in level design and combat mechanics.
- “Great gameplay and endless fun, I can't stop playing this game!”
- “The gameplay is smooth, the levels are well designed, and the art is very good.”
- “Gameplay is fun and challenging and quite strategic at times, especially world 4 and the final 2 boss fights!”
- “However, after about maybe... ten to fifteen minutes of gameplay, it would suddenly lag my phone so much that I could not even switch to a different app, or turn off my phone.”
- “The graphics are great but the gameplay is pretty boring.”
- “Gameplay is primitive, enemies are stupid, levels are not challenging, absence of story.”
story
243 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
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7%
The game's story has received mixed feedback, with many players appreciating its charm and simplicity, while others criticize it for being too basic or lacking depth. Some users express a desire for more narrative content, side quests, and character development to enhance the overall experience. Overall, while the gameplay is often praised, the storyline is seen as an area needing improvement or expansion.
- “The story is fun, and the achievements are rewarding.”
- “The game is simply perfect, from a wonderful storyline to a wide range of weapons, armors, and abilities.”
- “This game has great quality, cool items, and a nice story.”
- “There's not much story to be found here and it gets a little grindy once the difficulty steps up, but it's offset by awesome classic gameplay, wonderful art, and developers who are willing to listen and put so much into improving this game.”
- “The biggest drawback is the absence of a storyline and characters which makes playing monotonous and unidimensional.”
- “My only gripe is the storyline, characters, and overall plot of the tale shows very very very simple basic bland undertones which leave much to be desired and not necessarily much at all to be expected.”
music
116 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its enjoyable and smooth quality, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking variety across levels. Some users suggest that the soundtrack could benefit from more diverse tracks to enhance the overall experience, particularly by introducing different songs for each world. Overall, while the music is generally well-liked, there is a consensus that it could be improved to avoid monotony during gameplay.
- “The soundtrack, the animations, and music are very smooth and transition cleanly.”
- “The music is amazing, and I really enjoy it.”
- “I love the graphics and music.”
- “And finally, this game needs a bit more music because the same level music can get annoying after a while.”
- “The same music plays over and over.”
- “Music is pretty repetitive though.”
stability
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews from users. While some players report smooth gameplay with minimal glitches, others experience significant issues such as freezing, lagging, and animation glitches that disrupt the experience. Overall, the game's performance varies widely, with some users enjoying it without problems, while others face frequent interruptions and bugs.
- “Such an amazing game! I'm enjoying it; the animation is so smooth, the graphics look nice, and it has no glitches or bugs.”
- “Great gameplay, no glitches, and great controls. Simply a medieval concept game; I absolutely love it!”
- “Amazing game that really has great graphics. No pauses, no glitches; it's very fun and exciting.”
- “It's a really fun game but no matter how low you make the graphics, it gets to a point in the level where it lags so hard that the screen freezes.”
- “The game itself rules but it constantly freezes and lags.”
- “Occasionally my entire phone freezes and needs to be restarted.”
grinding
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game. While some appreciate that grinding is not strictly necessary to enjoy the game, many find it tedious and time-consuming, especially when trying to acquire expensive gear and upgrades. The balance between grinding for in-game currency and the option to pay for items has been noted, but the overall sentiment leans towards the grinding being excessive and detracting from the enjoyment of gameplay.
- “The game requires a huge amount of grinding in order to get any of the decent stuff, so much that it takes the fun out of replaying a level for the money.”
- “Although you could in theory earn the in-game currency to buy them, the gameplay is so tedious and boring and the prices are so outrageous that it's basically pointless to even try.”
- “Not very exciting and too much grinding to get good stuff, controls are bad for a platformer and just a very basic game.”
humor
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both funny and entertaining, often highlighting its unique concepts and retro aesthetic. Many reviews mention specific humorous elements, such as amusing plot twists, funny easter eggs, and quirky gameplay mechanics, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience. The game's ability to blend humor with challenging gameplay has resonated well with users, making it a standout feature.
- “It's a funny yet unique concept.”
- “I love the retro sidescroller feel and the humor of the concept.”
- “The game is great to play, very funny and challenging.”
emotional
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a mix of enjoyment and frustration regarding the game's emotional impact, highlighting a sense of nostalgia and wholesome fun. However, many find the mechanic of taking damage from merely touching enemies to be unfair and annoying, which detracts from the overall experience and affects their ability to engage with the game aggressively. Despite these criticisms, the game's animations and audio design contribute positively to the immersive experience.
- “It made me feel like I'm in the game because of the animations, I mean the platform.”
- “An honest sidescroller platform as far as I can tell from the first three levels, good wholesome fun.”
- “Nostalgic and wholesome :) big fan of these types of pixel games.”
- “The storyline was incredibly boring and failed to evoke any emotional response.”
- “I found the emotional depth lacking; it just didn't resonate with me.”
- “The characters were one-dimensional, making it hard to feel any connection or emotion.”
optimization
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised, with many users noting smooth performance and impressive graphics, especially for a mobile platformer. However, some players have reported stuttering issues and concerns about controller compatibility, particularly after a recent update. While the game runs well on older devices, there are mixed feelings about the control mechanics, with some preferring joystick options over button controls.
- “The touch-screen gameplay works surprisingly well for a platformer, the level design is good and the pixel art graphics look amazing while keeping the game very optimized.”
- “Fully optimized and errors are kept to a minimum.”
- “Very nice game from my experience this game runs smoothly on mobile, not laggy; you can play it offline if you want to. Yeah, no, I don't regret downloading it.”
- “There are possibly some strange stuttering issues when moving, which makes the controls less smooth.”
- “Can you guys please explain to me why the performance is worse after the latest update (released yesterday, I think, not sure)?”
- “The game is not optimized to play with a controller.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability due to its numerous achievements, secrets, upgrades, and four difficulty levels, which keep the experience fresh and engaging. Players appreciate the beautiful graphics and overall optimization, contributing to a fun and worthwhile revisit.
- “The secrets, upgrades, and 4 different difficulty levels add to the game's replayability.”
- “Difficult enough to make it interesting and very replayable!”
- “Beautiful graphics and lots of replay value.”
- “The secrets, upgrades, and four different difficulty levels add to the game's replayability.”
- “It keeps the game replayable.”
character development
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews highlight strong character design as a standout feature, with many players appreciating its nostalgic appeal and polished mechanics. The overall sentiment is positive, emphasizing that the character development enhances the game's enjoyment and aesthetic.
- “This game brings nostalgia with its character design, gameplay, and stage/environment!”
- “Nice character design, mechanics are pretty polished.”
- “It's pretty fun and I like the character design.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its innovative levels and nostalgic old-school pixel art, creating an engaging environment that enhances the side-scrolling beat 'em up experience. Players appreciate the combination of RPG elements, hidden treasures, and unique challenges, all contributing to a captivating and immersive atmosphere.
- “I haven't logged a huge amount of playtime so far, but the innovative levels and fun old-school atmosphere of the game have really grabbed my attention!”
- “Not only does it have an old-school pixel game atmosphere, but it comes with an RPG aspect and is a side-scrolling beat 'em up with so many hidden chests and unique levels.”
- “Love the pixel art and all the enemies; the atmosphere and sound effects are fantastic.”
- “Not only does it have an old-school pixel game atmosphere, but it also comes with an RPG aspect and is a side-scrolling beat 'em up with so many hidden chests and unique levels.”
- “I love the pixel art and all the enemies; the atmosphere and sound effects are great.”