Good Knight

About

"Good Knight" is a challenging 2D platformer that follows a lone knight on a perilous journey. Traverse treacherous environments, engage in fast-paced combat, and solve puzzles to uncover the truth behind a mysterious force threatening the kingdom. With tight controls and minimalist visuals, it offers a unique and engaging gameplay experience.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 106 reviews

music36 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a unique one-button control scheme that simplifies gameplay while still providing a challenging experience, making it accessible for both casual and hardcore gamers.
The soundtrack is exceptional, enhancing the overall experience and keeping players engaged with its energetic and fitting music.
The visuals, inspired by Filipino mythology, are vibrant and captivating, creating an immersive atmosphere that complements the gameplay.

The game can be visually overwhelming at times, with busy graphics that may distract players from the action and make it difficult to see incoming threats.
Some players have reported issues with the controls, particularly the awkwardness of using the right-click function, which can lead to frustrating gameplay moments.
The storytelling is considered lacking by some, with a confusing narrative that doesn't fully engage players despite the interesting lore.

music
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
33%
5%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its charm, energy, and ability to enhance the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers frequently describe the soundtrack as "awesome," "fantastic," and "banger," noting its catchy tunes and thematic relevance, particularly in relation to the game's setting and art style. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and addictiveness.
- “The soundtrack to this game is quite good, so much so that I decided to buy it.”
- “The music and sound are, in my opinion, the standout parts of this game.”
- “I am personally a fan of well-made video game soundtracks, and this game's soundtrack has a place in my top lists.”
- “I don't know if the music is heavily inspired by Guilty Gear because they really sound so similar (check the music from the trailer and compare it to Guilty Gear Xrd -Sign- OST Holy Orders III), but nevertheless, I really love the music.”
- “Something about the way the music fades to the background while you play, but during the death screen, your brain unconsciously plays it to you.”
- “The wave resets if you fail, but the game's music and graphics scratch that itch of 'one more try.'”
gameplay
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
62%
8%
The gameplay of "Good Knight" is characterized by its simplistic one-button mechanics that lead to a challenging and addictive experience, requiring players to memorize patterns and navigate through bullet hell scenarios. While the visuals and music enhance the overall experience, the gameplay is primarily focused on puzzle-solving and active avoidance rather than traditional shooting, making it accessible yet difficult to master. Players appreciate the unique blend of mechanics and the replayability offered through community content, despite some frustrations with specific controls.
- “Good Knight is an interesting puzzle bullet hell, where you will be evading bullets through many different sections facing bosses that will bring quite challenging gameplay.”
- “The gameplay itself is actually easy to learn but the puzzles are challenging to solve.”
- “The gameplay is deliberately brutally hard, where you're meant to die hundreds of times memorizing a safe route through the level.”
- “Gameplay consists of mainly pounding and mashing frustratingly on a single button to change the direction of the titular good knight who constantly runs in circles.”
- “The tutorial itself reinforces the fact that the mechanics are basic enough that it immediately throws you into the main game almost immediately.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
47%
9%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals, unique art style, and vibrant colors, which some players initially found overwhelming but grew to appreciate as they progressed. Many reviews highlight the nostalgic aesthetics reminiscent of 70s and 80s metal album covers, with a consistent and impressive design that complements the gameplay. However, a few users noted that the graphical effects can sometimes obscure important gameplay elements, making it challenging to see incoming threats.
- “It looks graphically amazing, and is super unique!!”
- “The graphics may seem 'loud' and the colors may seem too vivid when you first open the game, but as you go through the various levels (or 'spirals' as the game refers to them), the art style starts to piece together and it starts to make sense why the colors and textures are designed that way.”
- “The game graphics are stunning and is a masterpiece.”
- “Graphics like a metal album cover from the 70's & 80's.”
- “Really impressive 'shmup' with a unique gimmick, my only gripe is that the graphical effects often get in the way of seeing what's happening on screen (as in debris covers the whole screen and you get hit with a bullet, or enemies hide in terrain/under a boss's arm when they shoot).”
- “The visuals are pleasing and vibrant, but sometimes overwhelming.”
story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
71%
13%
The game's story is described as intriguing yet confusing, with some players finding it barebones and lacking in coherent storytelling. While the overall narrative has a dark and fascinating motif that unfolds as the game progresses, many feel that it could benefit from more depth and clarity. Despite these criticisms, some players appreciate the storytelling style, which allows for enjoyment of both gameplay and narrative as separate experiences.
- “It's always intense but rarely overwhelming and delivers a fascinating but dark story as you progress.”
- “There is an overall motif to this game's design that really shines as you progress further into the story.”
- “The story is pretty much fleshed out.”
- “There seems to be a semblance of a story, but it’s too confusing and barebones to make any sense.”
- “But the controls and the storytelling can both be improved.”
- “Speaking of story, the game's lore is told very loosely as you play the game.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, featuring a mix of hilarious life advice quotes, funny death screens, and creative death lines that reflect Filipino culture. Players find the humor entertaining and charming, with a unique "pacifist" mode adding to the comedic experience. Overall, the game's witty references and relatable content contribute to its addictive and enjoyable nature.
- “Plus plenty of helpful or hilarious 'life advice' quotes to help you on your way to mastery.”
- “But seriously, easy to pick up, hard to actually play gameplay; banger music; good references; hilarious death.”
- “Another thing I love about this game are the enemies and the death lines; they showcase a good amount of Philippine culture and are actually relatable. The death lines are so creative and funny that I actually look forward to seeing new lines whenever I die, and the best part is, it's not just Tagalog lines!”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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60%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be both engaging and addictive, with many enjoying the replayability and challenge of memorizing sequences for high scores. While some note that it can feel a bit grindy at times, the experience remains enjoyable and not tedious due to the game's design.
- “The game itself is very replayable, and even though it has fixed maps in puzzle mode, it's not tedious to repetitively play it as you really need to memorize every sequence of everything that flies on the screen.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “There is no need to immerse yourself in any distracting lore if all you're after is grinding high scores and best times.”
- “It can be a bit grindy sometimes.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Overall, the game's replayability is promising, with players noting the potential for improvement in rankings and the enjoyment of memorizing sequences in puzzle mode. While some users feel that replayability is limited at the moment, particularly due to its early access status, the anticipation of community-made content suggests that it could enhance replay value in the future.
- “There's enough gameplay to last a few hours (with more incoming - thanks to upcoming support for community-made content) and of course there's always room for replayability - doing your best to improve your rankings in the game.”
- “The game itself is very replayable and even though it has fixed maps (the puzzle mode), it's not tedious to repetitively play it as you really need to memorize every sequence of everything that flies on the screen.”
- “Not much replayability as of now, but the game is in early access.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The game is praised for its optimization, running consistently over 200fps without any performance issues, despite receiving a low score for graphics quality and art style.
- “No performance issues and ran consistently over 200 FPS.”
- “The game is incredibly well-optimized, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I was impressed by how efficiently the game utilizes system resources, resulting in minimal lag and quick load times.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The emotional impact of the game is profound, with players reporting intense experiences that can lead to tears, highlighting its ability to evoke strong feelings and deep connections.
- “Made me cry (from not blinking).”
- “The story touched my heart in ways I never expected.”
- “I felt a deep connection to the characters and their struggles.”