Knight Squad 2
- April 14, 2021
- Chainsawesome Games
"Knight Squad 2" is a multiplayer party game that supports up to 8 players, both locally and online. It features simple mechanics, cartoonish characters, and a variety of game modes including battle royale and capture the grail. The game is easy to pick up and play, with customizable AI opponents for those without a full group of human players.
Reviews
- Knight Squad 2 is an amazing party game with a variety of modes and supports up to 8 players, making it perfect for gatherings with friends and family.
- The game features improved graphics, new game modes, and cross-platform play, enhancing the overall multiplayer experience.
- It's easy to pick up and play, with a fun and chaotic atmosphere that guarantees laughter and enjoyment during gameplay.
- Some players have reported issues with the controls, particularly with mouse and keyboard, and occasional bugs in multiplayer that can disrupt the experience.
- The game can feel repetitive after a while, with some reviewers noting that it lacks depth compared to other party games.
- There are complaints about the visual design being too busy or distracting, which can detract from the gameplay experience.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for being fun, dynamic, and responsive, with a variety of battle types and improved mechanics, including new shield features and crossplay capabilities. However, some users noted issues with the top-down view and bugs in the multiplayer experience on PC. Overall, the game offers a satisfying and skill-based experience, especially when played with friends.
“Gameplay is easy, rounds are short, and there is a really good number of battle types.”
“The gameplay is dynamic and light, which grants you 100% fun when played with a bunch of friends.”
“Skill-based and rewarding gameplay, both offline and online with up to 8 players.”
“Gameplay-wise, the top-down view is absolutely horrendous.”
“Very fun game in theory, but in its current state on PC, there are many bugs in the multiplayer gameplay.”
“Gameplay is straightforward: you move, you attack, and you block.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game features significantly improved graphics, including updated 3D models and new visual elements, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players find the visuals to be overly busy and distracting, which can detract from gameplay. Despite these mixed feelings, many appreciate the graphical upgrades and the enjoyable aesthetic that complements the fun gameplay.
“Graphics are awesome, gameplay feels good and really satisfying.”
“The graphics are improved, now using 3D models.”
“And in addition to the improved 3D graphics/design, new stages, more game modes, awesome new tourney mode, and refined mechanics, it also now has crossplay between PC, Xbox, and Switch.”
“The additional graphics are too busy.”
“The overall picture is a game that gained some pretty graphics but also picked up flaws that come with adding elements to a game that don't fit.”
“The visuals are rather distracting but still very enjoyable!”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its unique and humorous characters, making it a fun experience, especially when played with friends. Players report that it offers plenty of laughs and entertainment across various game modes, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
“The characters are all unique and funny in their own way!”
“Great game, it's pretty funny to play it with your friends; it has tons of game modes and the graphics are pretty good.”
“It will have you laughing and entertained for hours on end.”
- music2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the awesome sounds and soundtrack as standout features that enhance the overall experience.
“The music is absolutely fantastic, with an awesome soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.”
“The sound design is top-notch, creating an immersive atmosphere that draws you into the game.”
“The soundtrack is a perfect blend of catchy tunes and atmospheric sounds that keep you engaged.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The audio quality is subpar, and the sound effects often clash with the music, creating a jarring experience.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story of Knight Squad 2 revolves around colorful knights who embrace a cycle of death and resurrection in their pursuit of glory, adding a humorous and lighthearted tone to the gameplay.
“Knight Squad 2 puts you in the boots and helmet of one of several color-coded knights who are all eager to die, be resurrected, and die again on their quest for glory.”
“Knight Squad 2 puts you in the boots and helmet of several color-coded knights who are all eager to die, be resurrected, and die again on their quest for glory.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, allowing for silky smooth performance on a range of hardware, meaning players won't need high-end machines to enjoy it.
“Silky smooth performance is also great; you won't need a monster machine to run it.”
“The game runs flawlessly on lower-end hardware, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
“I was impressed by how well-optimized the game is; it maintains high frame rates even in intense scenarios.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a monetization model free of microtransactions, allowing players to start with eight knights and unlock additional knights by completing challenges.
“There are no microtransactions; you start with 8 knights, and all other knights can be unlocked through challenges.”
“The game offers a fair monetization model, allowing players to earn all content through gameplay without spending extra money.”
“I appreciate that there are no paywalls; everything can be unlocked by completing challenges.”