Blood Knights

50%
Game Brain Score Based on 373 reviews
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  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Had Blood Knight actually been enjoyable it would be perfect for a Friday night session of all night gaming with a friend. But its frustrating features lead to failure.
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In "Blood Knights," players assume the role of a vampire hero named Alysa or a human hero named Jeremy, battling enemies in a dark fantasy world. The game features hack-and-slash combat and co-op gameplay, with the ability to switch between melee and ranged attacks. Alysa's vampire abilities can be upgraded, but players must manage her bloodthirst to avoid losing control.

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Reviews

50%
Audience ScoreBased on 373 reviews
story54 positive mentions
stability12 negative mentions
  • The game is a fun, mindless hack-and-slash experience that can be enjoyed in short bursts.
  • The bad voice acting and cheesy dialogue add a humorous charm to the game, making it entertaining in a campy way.
  • The ability to switch between two characters with different playstyles adds variety to the gameplay.
  • The game suffers from poor camera controls and fixed angles that can lead to frustrating platforming sections.
  • The story is linear and predictable, with minimal character development and a lack of meaningful choices.
  • The voice acting is widely criticized as terrible, detracting from the overall experience.
  • story194 mentions

    The story of the game is generally viewed as predictable and clichéd, with many reviewers noting its lack of depth and meaningful choices. While some found it engaging and entertaining in a cheesy way, others criticized the poor voice acting and writing, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its shortcomings, the game offers a short, linear narrative that can be completed in one sitting, appealing to those looking for casual gameplay rather than a profound story experience.

    • “I see why people have mixed feelings about it, it's not a masterpiece, but it looks good, plays nice, the story is engaging, the cutscenes, voiceovers, and characters are likable and you don't have to devote your entire life to it; you can finish it in one sitting.”
    • “First of all, I loved the story which revolved around a world where humans and vampires are at war for dominance of the planet.”
    • “I liked the two main characters and the story, which unfolded more and more as the game progressed, with an interesting turn at the end.”
    • “The story is very dumb as well.”
    • “The plot is largely trivial.”
    • “With a substandard story, poor camera controls, easily broken combat and unenjoyable environments, Blood Knights has all the hallmarks of an unfinished, rushed product.”
  • gameplay96 mentions

    The gameplay is generally described as simplistic and linear, with many reviewers noting its repetitive nature and lack of depth. While some appreciate the chill experience and character-switching mechanics, others criticize the floaty controls and poor level design, leading to an overall mixed reception. Despite its shortcomings, the game can provide a fun, albeit shallow, experience for those looking for a quick playthrough.

    • “The gameplay is the star of this one, and I had a blast with it.”
    • “One of the best things in this game is the ability to switch between characters; being able to switch between ranged and melee characters makes the gameplay much more fun and interesting.”
    • “Graphically the game is pretty, the gameplay itself is smooth and you travel to the typical medieval locales and they all look good.”
    • “The gameplay is middling to subpar (too floaty, I guess).”
    • “Very simplistic gameplay, very linear levels; played it on normal mode and found it laughably easy so far.”
    • “The graphics are poor, the gameplay is repetitive and simple, and the combat can be easy as hell whenever you're playing with the girl.”
  • graphics80 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them decent and visually appealing for the price, while others criticize them as outdated and lacking in detail. Many comments highlight minor glitches and clipping issues, but overall, the visuals are described as serviceable, with a few praising the aesthetics as surprisingly good for the genre. Despite the varying opinions, the consensus suggests that while the graphics are not groundbreaking, they are adequate for an enjoyable gaming experience.

    • “In this very enjoyable action game with great graphics.”
    • “The graphics are quite surprising for this style game.”
    • “Graphically the game is pretty, the gameplay itself is smooth and you travel to the typical medieval locales and they all look good.”
    • “The graphics are poor, the gameplay is repetitive and simple, and the combat can be easy as hell whenever you're playing with the girl.”
    • “Voice acting in the intro was terrible and the graphics were barely DX9 level before I turned the settings down.”
    • “So, yeah, this game is really repetitive, has terrible voice acting, has graphics that are long out of date, has a main character that is a total jerk, and has a plot line that you would have seen so many times before.”
  • music24 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising the soundtracks and ambient music as enjoyable and immersive, particularly during key moments like the final boss battle. However, others find the overall musical experience to be mediocre, repetitive, and lacking engagement, with some tracks described as forgettable. While there are highlights, such as the final battle score, the general consensus leans towards the music being decent but not memorable.

    • “The final villain, who is not introduced until fairly late in the game, was very cool, not just as a final boss, but as a character as well, and is accompanied by an awesome musical score during the final battle.”
    • “It is my favorite musical score in the game!”
    • “Simple hack and slash game with very good music and graphics.”
    • “Other complaints are repetitive combat, boring musical score and poor story.”
    • “If that was not enough, the music is not engaging at all, more like a 1 minute sample playing over and over again.”
    • “As for other aspects of the game, like soundtrack, voice acting, and graphics, I have no complaints, pretty mediocre stuff, but good enough for me.”
  • humor19 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely derived from its poor voice acting and cheesy dialogue, which many players found amusing rather than off-putting. The interactions between characters, particularly in co-op scenarios, lead to numerous laugh-out-loud moments, making the experience enjoyable despite its flaws. Overall, players appreciate the game's ability to deliver humor through its "so-bad-it's-good" charm, likening it to a comedic direct-to-DVD movie.

    • “The dialogue and plot are hilariously bad.”
    • “But what I love most about this game is the characters and their interaction; more specifically, their cheesy dialogue, really funny.”
    • “Laughing at the stupidity is the best part by far.”
  • stability12 mentions

    The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting significant bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. While some players noted minor graphical issues and no lag, others described the game as "buggy" and "broken," indicating a lack of polish. Overall, stability appears to be a major concern, impacting enjoyment for a substantial number of players.

    • “I can't forgive the bugs and glitches.”
    • “For starters, it's very buggy.”
    • “Buggy, broken and comedically terrible.”
  • optimization8 mentions

    The game's optimization is polarizing; while some players report solid and stable performance without crashes or frame-rate issues, others experience significant stuttering and technical problems, suggesting inconsistent optimization quality.

    • “Solid and stable performance; I experienced no crashes or frame-rate issues.”
    • “The optimization in this game is impressive, providing a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
    • “Looks like this game was optimized by a monkey.”
    • “Technical problems: stuttering like hell.”
    • “Performance issues are a major drawback.”
  • replayability6 mentions

    The game lacks significant replayability, with no "new game +" option or substantial incentives to replay beyond experimenting with different skill trees or collecting items. While players enjoyed their initial experience, many noted that there is little motivation to return once completed.

    • “There is no replay value at all, though.”
    • “No 'New Game +' or replay value, except choosing different skills in the skill trees or collecting all blood coins.”
    • “I got hours of enjoyment, but no replay value, sadly.”
  • character development4 mentions

    Character development in the game is criticized for its reliance on cliché and cheesy dialogues, resulting in minimal growth for the main characters and a lack of memorable side characters. However, the character design itself receives some praise.

    • “Some cliché and cheesy dialogues, few character development, and a lack of strong side characters that are forgotten.”
    • “Some cliché and cheesy dialogues, few character development, and a lack of strong side characters that are forgotten.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Reviews on grinding in the game are mixed; some players find it tedious due to repetitive combat and easy enemy AI, while others appreciate the lack of extensive grinding, especially given the game's short length. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as manageable, with some players enjoying the straightforward combat mechanics.

    • “The combat is tedious and consists of 1-4 moves the whole game, but at least it works decently and the gear & skill stuff is fine, and since the game is very short it’s nothing that bad to deal with.”
    • “I am not one who likes grinding away trying to kill the same enemy over and over again, so yes, the enemy AI is really easy to kill.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for being pleasant and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience.

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Critic Reviews

30% average critic score

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Play time

14hMedian play time
11hAverage play time
6-16hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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