BLACK CLOVER: QUARTET KNIGHTS

63%
Game Brain Score Based on 642 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
BLACK CLOVER: QUARTET KNIGHTS Game Cover
Black Clover: Quartet Knights is definitely not the sleeper hit of 2018, and I’m not even sure if the fans of the original manga series are among the people playing the game. It’s not a bad title, but I’m pretty sure that the studio overstated just who many people are going to play it. Focusing on multiplayer with such a niche following might not have been the best course of action. In any case, as it stands right now, Black Clover: Quartet Knights is somewhat fun to play, even if you just want to go through the single-player campaign, or if you enjoy taking on multiplayer populated with bots. I have a distinct feeling that if a new Black Clover game will ever be made, it’s not going to focus on the multiplayer aspect.
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"Black Clover: Quartet Knights" is a magical action game based on the popular Black Clover anime and manga. Players form teams of four in various game modes, including 4v4 battles, and use their unique magic abilities to defeat opponents. The game features a variety of characters from the series and offers both single-player and multiplayer options. Character count: 174

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Play​Station
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Reviews

63%
Audience ScoreBased on 642 reviews
story105 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique original story that is enjoyable for fans of the Black Clover series.
  • Gameplay is fun and engaging, with a variety of characters and abilities that reflect the anime.
  • The graphics and animated cutscenes are visually appealing, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The multiplayer mode is virtually dead, making it difficult to find matches against real players.
  • The story mode is short and can be completed quickly, leading to a lack of content for players.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs and poor optimization, particularly for AMD users.
  • story352 mentions

    The game's story is an original, non-canon arc that diverges from the anime, but it is criticized for being very short, typically taking only 2-5 hours to complete. While some players appreciate the new narrative and character perspectives, many find the plot bland, predictable, and lacking depth, with repetitive missions that diminish replay value. Overall, the story mode is seen as a fun addition for fans of the series, but it is not substantial enough to justify a full-price purchase.

    • “The story is interesting and is not part of the anime or manga; this game is like an OVA.”
    • “As a huge fan of Black Clover, and as someone who bought this game on sale, I really loved the story here; it takes Black Clover to some new side I haven't seen in the anime yet.”
    • “The story itself is intriguing once you really get into it, and it's a nice change to play through the story from various characters' perspectives.”
    • “The story is bland and predictable and easy to get through unless you play on hard.”
    • “The single player story is an original story, it's supposed to be a filler-like arc but it's so short that it could be covered in 3-4 episodes.”
    • “The only major drawback is the story, which makes very little sense when you finish.”
  • gameplay79 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the core mechanics and combat, while others criticize it for being simplistic and repetitive, often reducing to basic button mashing. Many noted the lack of character variety and balance, leading to a less engaging experience, especially in single-player mode. Additionally, the multiplayer aspect is underwhelming due to slow queues and limited player availability, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “Hella fun, awesome gameplay and nice roster.”
    • “The game has great replayability, and is generally visually pleasing; aside from the minor bugs and issues, general gameplay is really fun.”
    • “All in all it's an enjoyable game that I'd recommend to people with the patience to learn the mechanics and have a decent computer that can handle it.”
    • “Game is a barebones arena fighter with very simple controls and a Black Clover skin; the gameplay difference between characters is not that impactful either, which is disappointing.”
    • “The game obviously focuses on multiplayer, but the gameplay is so bland that I don't see the appeal.”
    • “Even on hard, the actual gameplay is basically 'mash right trigger until you win', and that's it.”
  • graphics39 mentions

    The game's graphics receive mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant anime visuals and unique character designs, while others criticize the inconsistent mix of 2D and 3D elements as feeling disjointed or lazy. Some players experience performance issues, requiring them to lower settings for smoother gameplay, but overall, the graphics are considered appealing, especially in cutscenes. Despite some shortcomings, the art style is often highlighted as one of the game's strong points.

    • “The game has nice graphics, in my opinion, and the characters are crazy awesome.”
    • “The game modes are fun and different, each character has their own unique playstyle, and the art style is one of the best I've seen in years.”
    • “Bright and colorful anime visuals.”
    • “And the seemingly random mix of 2D animated (best), 3D animated (meh), and 2D static graphics (boring) comes out as weird, perhaps even lazy.”
    • “No free play mode with it just being practice mode, combat already feels like it's too basic, and finally the visuals are average but my laptop has such a hard time running them that I had to drop them all to the lowest setting just to get the playable parts not to lag.”
    • “I had to switch to an old graphics card due to a short and the particle effects can cause lockups.”
  • grinding8 mentions

    Players express that the game requires excessive grinding, with some suggesting it demands a significant time investment akin to having a second life. Despite some players' experience with grinding-heavy games, the consensus is that the amount of grinding in this game may be overwhelming for many.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Too much grinding.”
    • “As a side note for people who are going to comment that I'm just not into grinding games, I have 2,000 hours on Black Desert, so that's not true.”
  • stability6 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and a buggy interface that renders it nearly unplayable. Many players experience significant performance issues, including high RAM usage that prevents multitasking, ultimately detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “I've tried to play this game off and on a number of times; the game just freezes or crashes, resulting in me never being able to play the story or enjoy the game.”
    • “Unplayable, buggy HUD and the first actual gameplay (the part after the animations) was just stuck as it came, so I wasn't even able to move my mouse or screen a millimeter.”
    • “The game seems fun, but it's very buggy and seems to eat RAM, so I can't have anything open in the background like YouTube.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    The game offers moderate replayability through challenges and easy achievements, making it appealing for completionists. Players appreciate its fun gameplay and balanced characters, with the potential for future DLCs enhancing its longevity. Overall, it is considered worth the price for its visual appeal and engaging content.

    • “The game has great replayability and is generally visually pleasing. Aside from the minor bugs and issues, the general gameplay is really fun. Most characters are balanced, and some could use slight tweaking. For a game that has just come out, it looks and runs great, making it definitely worth the £40 price tag, especially with 3 DLCs to come that will only add more and make the game more fun.”
    • “Not difficult, around 3 hours, has replayability in the form of challenges, and gives you the possibility of getting easy achievements if that's your thing.”
    • “The game offers a variety of challenges that enhance its replayability, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
    • “Not difficult, around 3 hours long, has some replayability in the form of challenges, and also offers the possibility of getting easy achievements if that's your thing.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The game's optimization is inconsistent, with some players noting it runs well while others report severe issues, particularly in online play where matchmaking often leads to frustrating encounters with highly skilled AI bots. Overall, the multiplayer experience suffers due to a lack of active players and poorly designed AI, detracting from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “The game is well optimized and has a good story (non-canon), with difficulty settings to incite challenge.”
    • “It's badly optimized, the online is dead, and playing against AI bots with perfect aim isn't fun.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is negatively impacted by technical issues, as players express frustration over the character's inability to respond properly, leading to a disconnection from the intended experience.

  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is well-received, with users highlighting both the soundtrack and its integration with the story as strong points.

    • “The story and soundtrack are captivating.”
    • “The music perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
    • “The soundtrack is a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has been negatively impacted by Bandai Namco's poor advertising efforts, leading to a lack of player engagement and visibility. This has resulted in a perception that the game is not being adequately supported or promoted.

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Critic Reviews

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Play time

4hMedian play time
5hAverage play time
3-10hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 8 analyzed playthroughs

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