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Knight Squad

Armed with nothing but his trusted longsword, the White Knight is no match for the valiant Smokey, who cuts him down with a single laser blast to secure the holy grail for himself… hang on.
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82%Game Brain Score
gameplay, humor
graphics, grinding
88% User Score Based on 121 reviews
Critic Score 73%Based on 6 reviews

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Knight Squad is a single player and multiplayer arcade hack and slash game with a historical theme. It was developed by Chainsawesome Games and was released on November 16, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Knight Squad is a frenetic multiplayer game for 1-8 players, filled with chaotic arena action and various game modes such as Last Man Standing and Medieval soccer. You can play on a variety of levels, with bots filling in if needed, and deadly weapons and power-ups to find on the battlefield. Online multiplayer is available to play against other players around the world."

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 121 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions

  • Knight Squad is a fantastic local multiplayer game that supports up to 8 players, making it perfect for parties and gatherings.
  • The game features a variety of fun and simple game modes, allowing for quick and chaotic gameplay that is easy to pick up for players of all skill levels.
  • Despite some technical issues, the game is highly enjoyable with friends, providing hours of competitive fun and nostalgia.
  • The game suffers from a lack of online community and matchmaking, making it difficult to find games with random players.
  • Single-player content is limited and can become repetitive quickly, with AI not providing a challenging experience.
  • Controller compatibility issues and bugs can hinder the gameplay experience, especially for those using non-Xbox controllers.
  • gameplay
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized as simple yet engaging, making it an instant hit for multiplayer gatherings across all ages. While some players find it shallow and lacking depth, others appreciate its accessibility and fast-paced action, noting that the mechanics are effective and enjoyable for casual play. Overall, the game offers a variety of modes and tight controls, though some players wish for more complexity in the combat mechanics.

    • “Fun simple mechanics while still being an exciting multiplayer game.”
    • “This game is so wonderfully simple, but deep in its team-based gameplay, one of the all-time favorites of our local multiplayer gaming group.”
    • “The fast-paced gameplay is varied and exciting enough to keep you and 7 friends hooked for hours.”
    • “The gameplay is very shallow.”
    • “Basically this game is one analog stick + one button; this sums up the combat mechanics it offers.”
    • “A one-button top-down game begs for twin-stick shooting mechanics; backing off while facing your opponent would add so much depth.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is polarizing; while some players find it lacking compared to titles like Shovel Knight, others appreciate its casual, hilarious PvP modes and entertaining gameplay that can be enjoyed seriously. Overall, it offers a mix of funny elements and engaging mechanics for those seeking lighthearted fun.

    • “If you're looking for casual, hilarious PvP fun that could easily be taken as seriously as CS:GO or Starcraft if you really wanted, this game is absolutely worth your $15.”
    • “Funny modes, powerful weapons.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics received mixed reviews, with some users finding them mediocre while others appreciated the clarity and absence of pixelation. However, many emphasized that the quality of graphics is secondary to the gameplay experience.

    • “Several game modes, tight controls (it's not twin stick but that's a gameplay choice, not a missing feature, for anyone that would think otherwise), nice graphics (nothing pixelated because of stretched textures)... looks like the family reunion will be fun this year.”
    • “Graphics are mediocre, but I've learned that graphics don't mean much compared to gameplay.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, particularly criticizing the repetitive nature of tasks like running back and forth in the arena. While some challenges, such as the bullet-hell mechanics, offer a degree of difficulty, they often feel unengaging due to the grind required to progress.

    • “The challenges are tedious or boring.”
    • “Tedious!”
    • “Running back and forth the entire arena every time for the swap is just unfun. The bullet-hell is a bit challenging, but you only die to it if you want to kill more than three heads in one go, because it's tedious.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been widely criticized for its instability, with many users describing it as a "buggy mess" that significantly detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The game is a buggy mess.”
    • “I experienced constant crashes that made it unplayable.”
    • “Frequent glitches and bugs ruin the overall experience.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find that while single-player challenges are difficult, they lack sufficient replayability to encourage multiple playthroughs.

  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.

    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story conveys a powerful message about resilience and the unpredictability of life, emphasizing that perseverance in the face of adversity can lead to unexpected and rewarding outcomes.

    • “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
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Knight Squad is a arcade hack and slash game with historical theme.

Knight Squad is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Mac OS and others.

On average players spend around 5 hours playing Knight Squad.

Knight Squad was released on November 16, 2015.

Knight Squad was developed by Chainsawesome Games.

Knight Squad has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Knight Squad is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Laser League, Marooners, Nidhogg, Cobalt, Smashbox Arena and others.