Knight King Assassin

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Knight King Assassin is a single player action game. It was developed by Niko Kivilahti and was released on July 11, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

Knight King Assassin is a minimalist puzzle game blending rock-paper-scissors mechanics with chess-like movement. Players must strategically move Knight, King, and Assassin symbols, each with distinct abilities and hierarchies, to clear the board. Additional symbols and challenges gradually increase complexity across 30 levels.

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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

Clever and relaxed puzzle game with a unique rock-paper-scissors twist that adds depth to the gameplay.
Minimalistic graphics and simple yet appealing style enhance the overall experience.
Offers a good challenge that progressively increases, making it engaging for puzzle enthusiasts.

The game is quite short, with only 1-2 hours of content, which may leave some players wanting more.
Lack of clear documentation regarding controls, such as the R-key for resetting levels, can lead to confusion.
The retro pixel graphics may feel too simplistic for a PC game and could be better suited for browser-based play.

graphics
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The graphics of Knight King Assassin are characterized by simplistic retro pixel art that some users find underwhelming, suggesting it could have been executed in a browser format. However, the overall presentation is described as nice and relaxing, with a simple yet appealing visual style that complements the gameplay.
- “The presentation is nice and relaxing; the graphics, sounds, and music create an immersive experience that starts with easy tutorial-like levels and progressively gets harder with new elements added later.”
- “The game features a simple and appealing style in both visuals and gameplay.”
- “The graphics are minimalist yet effective, contributing to the overall charm of the game.”
- “Knight King Assassin is a simplistic puzzle game with lazy retro pixel minimalist graphics.”
- “The retro pixel graphics are a letdown here, and the whole thing could be done in Flash or in a browser.”
music
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The music in the game is described as nice and relaxing, complementing the overall presentation and enhancing the gameplay experience. It effectively supports the gradual increase in difficulty as players progress through tutorial-like levels.
- “The presentation is nice and relaxing, with graphics, sounds, and music that create an immersive experience.”
- “The music starts with easy tutorial-like levels and progressively gets more complex as new elements are introduced.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall atmosphere and engagement.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by a simple and appealing style, complemented by visually engaging elements that enhance the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is simple yet engaging, making it easy to pick up and play.”
- “The visuals are appealing, complementing the enjoyable gameplay experience.”
- “I love how the gameplay mechanics are intuitive and fun, keeping me hooked for hours.”