Kneedle Knight

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Kneedle Knight is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Cohort 32 and was released on February 21, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Kneedle Knight is a third-person, puzzle platformer game developed by students at SMU Guildhall Cohort 32. In Kneedle Knight, the player controls a mouse knight that uses his magical needle to sew fabric which he can merge into, moving back and forth between 3D and 2D. Sir Lukoss the Small was a noble knight sent on a quest to defeat the evil Witch of Fabric. The Witch, using her enchanted fabri…

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 78 reviews

gameplay11 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features charming graphics and a cute art style that evoke a nostalgic feeling reminiscent of classic platformers.
The unique fabric merging mechanic adds creativity to gameplay, allowing for various approaches to puzzles and level traversal.
It's a free game with decent replayability through achievements, making it a fun and enjoyable experience for a short playtime.

The game suffers from clunky controls and inconsistent jumping mechanics, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Many players found the game to be too short, with only three levels that can be completed in under an hour.
There are several bugs, including issues with achievements not working and occasional crashes, which detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
66%
7%
The gameplay is characterized by a charming aesthetic and innovative mechanics, particularly the fabric creation system that allows for creative problem-solving and speedrunning opportunities. However, some players found the mechanics, such as the double jump, poorly explained and noted a lack of depth and polish, leading to a repetitive experience as the game progresses. Overall, while the core gameplay is enjoyable and offers potential, many reviewers expressed a desire for more variety and narrative motivation to sustain engagement.
- “I'd love to see a full game with these mechanics, more depth and more polish. The fabric creation mechanic is so fun and gives you so much freedom and creativity on how to beat the levels or solve puzzles your way. It's also amazing for speedrunning, which I did for the achievements, and was the most fun way to play the game.”
- “The gameplay elements are impressive; while not entirely original, the presentation and combination of those elements were appealing.”
- “The character feels snappy and responsive, and the cloth mechanic was used in a lot of interesting ways.”
- “The only annoyance I had was that the double jump mechanic was poorly explained; it took me a solid 5 minutes to figure out how it worked.”
- “While you are learning and mastering new gameplay mechanics, you are distracted that the game is one giant obstacle course.”
- “Without introducing any new gameplay mechanics and with no story to keep me motivated, I began getting bored.”
graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
39%
13%
The graphics of the game are generally described as cute and charming, with a cartoonish art style that fits well with the gameplay. While some players appreciate the impressive artwork and level design, others note that the visuals are merely adequate and can be taxing on performance, especially at maximum settings. Overall, the graphics are seen as a positive aspect, but not enough to elevate the game beyond its gameplay shortcomings.
- “Very cute art style and theme!”
- “Charming graphics, good music and sound design, and enjoyable game mechanics.”
- “The graphics in the game were perfectly adequate for the job that it needed to do; the style was a cartoonish, artsy rendition of a medieval castle with archaic books, candles, cutlery, melee weapons and other artifacts consistent with a medieval castle.”
- “The graphics in this game are passable, but could be better.”
- “I have a great laptop and it still feels laggy at maximum graphic settings, while the fans are running non-stop.”
- “I think the devs shouldn't have let graphic settings set to maximum by default.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
47%
24%
The game's story is generally viewed as a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the initial setup and unique premise of a mouse navigating a fabric world, others criticize the lack of depth and progression in the narrative. Many feel that the short story aligns well with the game's length, but the absence of further storytelling elements throughout the gameplay leads to a sense of boredom and a lack of motivation to continue. Overall, the environmental storytelling is seen as insufficient, leaving players wanting more substance as they advance through the levels.
- “Good story, good platforming, and good design, even though it's super short.”
- “But the story at the beginning is fun and unique, and the design otherwise is very nice looking.”
- “I think that the initial set-up storyline fit the main gameplay mechanic well.”
- “In fact, one of the game's deficiencies is that there is no story beyond the initial set-up.”
- “Once you have learned all of the new mechanics and have mastered them to some degree, the absence of any sort of additional storyline becomes absurdly clear.”
- “Without introducing any new gameplay mechanics and with no story to keep me motivated, I began getting bored.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
The music in the game is generally praised for its charm and suitability, complementing the art style and gameplay effectively. Reviewers appreciate the quality of the sound design, noting it as enjoyable and well-integrated, though some find it neither particularly catchy nor annoying. Overall, the music contributes positively to the gaming experience.
- “Amazing art, amazing music, great level design, bug-free programming.”
- “Charming graphics, good music and sound design, and enjoyable game mechanics.”
- “The art style and the music are cute and fit the gameplay well; you'll love it.”
- “The music and sound effects were complete sufficient; neither catchy nor annoying.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Overall, users report a high level of stability in the game, highlighting its bug-free programming and impressive design elements. However, a few minor graphical glitches have been noted, but they do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “Amazing art, amazing music, great level design, bug-free programming.”
- “I've experienced several crashes during gameplay.”
- “The game frequently freezes, making it unplayable at times.”
- “There are numerous bugs that disrupt the overall experience.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its charming cartoonish aesthetic, contributing to an engaging and immersive experience that enhances the overall gameplay. Reviewers express strong enthusiasm, often rating it exceptionally high for its atmospheric qualities.
- “I really love the whole atmosphere and aesthetic of the game, and the gameplay is pretty good.”
- “Huge fan of atmospheric cartoonish adventures, 11/10.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
100%
The game offers decent replayability primarily through its achievement system, encouraging players to revisit and complete various challenges.
- “The game offers a variety of paths and choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
- “With multiple endings and character builds, I find myself coming back for more.”
- “Decent replayability through achievements.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an almost unrealistic commitment to achieve progress.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The primary concern regarding optimization is performance, with users frequently reporting issues that hinder smooth gameplay.
- “The main complaint is performance.”
- “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it frustrating to play.”
- “Optimization issues lead to long loading times and frequent stuttering during gameplay.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players report a deeply emotional experience, with some expressing that the game moved them to tears.
- “I cried.”
- “The story touched my heart deeply.”
- “I felt a profound connection to the characters and their struggles.”