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Bucket Knight

In conclusion, Bucket Knight is a laughably buggy platformer with so much jank it’s not even funny. By all means, this should end up being one of the worst platformers I played on the Switch. Yet, compared to Awesome Pea, it’s leaps and bounds better, and somehow the core gameplay loop is just decent enough that I ended up being engaged enough to complete the entire game, which took roughly 90 minutes.
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50%Game Brain Score
music, humor
gameplay, stability
81% User Score Based on 23 reviews
Critic Score 36%Based on 3 reviews

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Bucket Knight is a single player arcade role playing shooter game. It was developed by PigeonDev and was released on September 27, 2019. It received negative reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

In "Bucket Knight," become a valiant knight on a quest for the Holy Grail and some extra cash to pay off debts. Traverse treacherous dungeons filled with traps, enemies, and oddly placed food. Collect an array of weapons and treasures to aid you in your perilous journey, outsmarting deadly traps and overcoming foes. This pixel-art run-and-gun game promises a mix of adventure and humor for platformer fans.

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81%
Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
music3 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Bucket Knight features tight controls and responsive gameplay, making it easy to pick up and enjoyable to play.
  • The game embraces a charming pixel-art style and upbeat chiptune soundtrack that evoke nostalgia for classic platformers.
  • Each level is designed as a short, self-contained challenge, encouraging quick reflexes and repeated playthroughs, which keeps players engaged.
  • The game is very short, with a runtime of under an hour, and lacks the depth and variety needed for long-term engagement.
  • There are numerous bugs and issues with controls, including poor button mapping and inconsistent gameplay mechanics.
  • The level design is repetitive, with many levels feeling similar and lacking significant challenges or surprises.
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is centered on running, jumping, and shooting through hazard-filled stages, offering a blend of simplicity and mechanical depth with a variety of weapons and traps. While the platforming mechanics and enemy types provide some engagement, the overall experience is relatively short and lacks significant variety, making it a solid yet straightforward platformer that appeals to fans of minimalist design. Players can expect about 90 minutes of enjoyable, if not groundbreaking, gameplay.

    • “The gameplay revolves around running, jumping, and shooting your way through a variety of hazard-filled stages.”
    • “The variety of weapons and traps gives the game just enough mechanical depth to stay interesting across its short runtime.”
    • “Pigeondev’s focus on clear design and mechanical reliability makes Bucket Knight a solid example of minimalist indie craftsmanship—a short but satisfying platformer that wears its inspirations proudly.”
    • “Once you’ve seen all the enemy types and mastered the basic platforming mechanics, there’s little left to surprise you.”
    • “It's not the most varied of platformers, but it's good for an hour to an hour and a half of rather relaxing gameplay.”
    • “Yet, compared to Awesome Pea, it’s leaps and bounds better, and somehow the core gameplay loop is just decent enough that I ended up being engaged enough to complete the entire game, which took roughly 90 minutes.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's soundtrack features upbeat chiptune tracks that effectively complement the visuals and evoke nostalgia, enhancing the overall energy and momentum of gameplay. While some users highlight the music as particularly enjoyable, the general consensus is that it contributes positively to the gaming experience without becoming repetitive.

    • “The soundtrack complements the visuals well, consisting of upbeat chiptune tracks that evoke nostalgia without overstaying their welcome.”
    • “The music gives the game an energetic pulse, keeping the pace lively and adding to the overall sense of momentum that drives each level.”
    • “Some of the music is really good.”
    • “The music isn't bad either.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    "Bucket Knight" offers a lighthearted and charming experience reminiscent of classic 8-bit platformers, featuring a modern sense of humor that, while enjoyable, is not deeply explored beyond the initial setup. The game is described as both amusing and buggy, with its janky execution adding an unintended layer of humor, making it a pleasant yet flawed experience for fans of the genre.

    • “Bucket Knight, developed by PigeonDev, is a lighthearted and fast-paced retro platformer that captures the charm of classic 8-bit action games while delivering a modern sense of humor and accessibility.”
    • “Its humor, charm, and straightforward execution make it a pleasant experience for fans of classic run-and-gun platformers, and its short runtime ensures that it never overstays its welcome.”
    • “In conclusion, Bucket Knight is a laughably buggy platformer with so much jank it’s not even funny.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of Bucket Knight feature a vibrant and charming pixel-art style that aligns well with its retro inspirations, enhanced by an upbeat chiptune soundtrack that evokes nostalgia. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's appeal, making it a delightful experience.

    • “Visually, Bucket Knight embraces a bright, colorful pixel-art style that perfectly suits its retro inspirations.”
    • “The graphics are pretty charming and the achievements are mostly completing the levels and buying the weapons.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is marked by intentionally exaggerated designs that enhance visual appeal, while smooth animations ensure clarity during intense gameplay moments.

    • “Character designs are deliberately exaggerated, and animations are smooth enough to maintain clarity even during hectic encounters.”
    • “The depth of character backstories adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel impactful.”
    • “Each character evolves significantly throughout the game, allowing players to form a genuine connection with them.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Bucket Knight is criticized for its significant stability issues, being described as a buggy platformer filled with numerous glitches and janky mechanics that detract from the overall experience.

    • “In conclusion, Bucket Knight is a laughably buggy platformer with so much jank it's not even funny.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “I experienced constant frame drops and glitches that ruined the overall experience.”
  • story
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story centers on a determined knight on a unique quest to pay off his debts rather than the typical tropes of rescuing a princess or defeating a villain. While it doesn't aim to innovate the genre or deliver an epic narrative, it effectively engages players with its relatable premise.

    • “It follows the story of a determined knight with an unusual quest—not to rescue a princess or defeat an evil overlord, but to pay off his debts.”
    • “The story follows a determined knight with an unusual quest—not to rescue a princess or defeat an evil overlord, but to pay off his debts.”
    • “It doesn’t try to revolutionize the genre or tell a grand story, but it doesn’t need to.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers limited replayability, as it can be completed in under an hour and primarily relies on weapon experimentation and score chasing for additional play. However, the lack of variety and the ability to unlock all achievements in a single playthrough diminish long-term engagement.

    • “The game can be completed in under an hour, and while it offers some replay value through weapon experimentation and score chasing, it lacks the variety needed to sustain long-term engagement.”
    • “I unlocked all the achievements just by completing the game, so there is no replayability.”
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Bucket Knight is a arcade role playing shooter game.

Bucket Knight is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Bucket Knight was released on September 27, 2019.

Bucket Knight was developed by PigeonDev.

Bucket Knight has received negative reviews from players and negative reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its gameplay.

Bucket Knight is a single player game.

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