Knight Survivors

About

"Knight Survivors" is a Role Playing Game that offers phenomenal gameplay, immersing players in a world overrun by monsters where knights must fight to survive. As a tale of courage and resilience, players will experience intense battles, character development, and strategic decision-making throughout their journey. However, be prepared for a high level of advertisement during gameplay. Recommended for fans of RPGs and those seeking a challenging adventure.

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

64%

Audience ScoreBased on 420 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

monetization56 negative mentions

The game features fun and engaging gameplay with a creative twist on the bullet survival genre, making it easy to get into.
The graphics and animations are vibrant and well-made, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience.
There are interesting mechanics involving companions that enhance gameplay, providing a unique element compared to other games in the genre.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and server errors, making it unplayable for many users after updates or purchases.
Progression is heavily gated by ads and microtransactions, leading to a pay-to-win model that frustrates free-to-play players.
Gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, with later levels being excessively difficult without significant investment in upgrades.

monetization
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
3%
92%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the heavy reliance on ads for progression and rewards. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses without forced interruptions, others criticize the frequent ad issues, such as loading failures and intrusive mechanics that hinder gameplay. Additionally, there are calls for a one-time payment option to remove ads permanently, as the current subscription model is seen as unsatisfactory.
- “It's pretty strange that there are five different variations of no ads, including a three-day option.”
- “Over-the-top microtransactions are the lifeblood of this mobile app.”
- “I would love an option to remove all the ads, including the optional ones.”
- “The game is a pleasant-to-look-at skinner box for free-to-play users, where progression is heavily gated by ads.”
- “You hit progression brick walls, so you need to grind currency or watch ads for free currency for upgrades. The game is okay if not for the terrible monetization and progression gatekeeping.”
- “We spend more time watching ads than playing the game at this point.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
53%
8%
Overall, the gameplay is described as fun and easy to engage with, featuring vibrant graphics and interesting mechanics, particularly with the inclusion of companions. However, many players note that it becomes repetitive and drags on in later levels, often feeling like a grind due to slow progression and frequent ad interruptions. While the core mechanics are solid and enjoyable, issues such as optimization problems and unclear tutorials detract from the overall experience.
- “Gameplay is fun and satisfying, but stages drag on for far too long.”
- “The gameplay is solid, a lot like vampire survivors but with a fresh twist and quite polished compared to other clones.”
- “Good game for time killer, enjoy the gameplay, music, skill, effect and much more!”
- “After map 15, the gameplay goes in circles around the same map, kicking the paywall.”
- “Gameplay drags a lot and levels are way longer and easier than they probably should be.”
- “Add in gacha mechanics and you get a game that I spent more time watching ads rather than playing.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their cute pixel art style, smooth animations, and appealing character designs. Players appreciate the overall presentation and user interface, noting that it enhances the gameplay experience. However, some users have reported issues with graphic performance and bugs that affect their enjoyment.
- “Cute graphics, good UI, not ad redundant, and well-balanced difficulty.”
- “I love the creative pixel art style and some cute monsters with how they go with the design.”
- “I really like it so far, cute characters, smooth graphics and faster paced than other survivor games.”
- “Vampire survivor clone with better graphics, slightly better bosses but no exploration/hidden unlocks.”
- “Great stuff overall, but need to fix bugs for ads, force stopping and graphic performance.”
- “Io but more ads and a drawback in graphics.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being unclear and lacking depth, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative. Many users express frustration with beginner missions that are not user-friendly, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the absence of a compelling storyline is seen as a missed opportunity to enhance the game's potential.
- “This game is pretty addictive and has some great and simple gameplay. The controls and mechanics are straightforward compared to other games, but the only problem is that I don't know what kind of storyline I'm going through in the game.”
- “If you add a storyline into the game, it would bring out massive color and high potential!”
- “It would be 5 stars if some missions required payment... and so far it's been a great experience.”
- “This game is pretty addictive and has some great and simple gameplay, but the only problem is that I don't know what kind of storyline I'm going through in the game.”
- “If you add a storyline into the game, it would bring out massive color into this game with high potential!”
- “Your beginners daily quest is absolutely not beginner friendly; I've been grinding a lot and can't level up to 21.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game has received significant criticism, with multiple users reporting frequent freezing and lagging issues, particularly during intense gameplay or at the introduction screen. Many players have expressed frustration, stating that these problems render the game unplayable, despite having adequate device specifications. Overall, the game's performance issues have overshadowed its enjoyable aspects for a considerable number of users.
- “Unfortunately, it freezes a lot.”
- “I've played it since release and loved it, but now it has become unplayable with its massive fits of lag. The game now freezes nonstop for 2 to 3 minutes every 30 seconds.”
- “Every time I try to play, my game always freezes at the intro. I was so excited to play, but it keeps freezing.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The music in the game is generally well-received, enhancing the gameplay experience, though some players find it repetitive and somewhat generic. Overall, it is considered enjoyable and effective in complementing the game's atmosphere.
- “The gameplay and music are also great.”
- “Good game for killing time; I enjoy the gameplay, music, skill, effects, and much more!”
- “A little generic but not bad; the music is excellent, though.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The sound effects and music clash at times, creating a jarring experience that pulls me out of the game.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game's optimization has been criticized for significant lag and performance drops, especially during intense battles with high enemy counts, leading to a frustrating experience. Users also report issues with battery drain and bugs affecting ads and overall performance, indicating that the game is not well-optimized for mobile devices compared to similar titles.
- “Progress is almost independent from the player's performance on battlemaps, but depends on luck in the shop.”
- “The game runs hot (drains battery) and performance drops at higher enemy counts, which can get boring fast.”
- “Great overall experience, but there are bugs that need fixing for ads, force stopping, and graphic performance.”
- “Game runs hot (drains battery); performance drops at higher enemy counts/effects, which gets boring fast.”
- “Too much lag; it's like it's not optimized for mobile, unlike the vampire game with similar gameplay.”
- “Great stuff overall, but need to fix bugs for ads, force stopping, and graphic performance.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively challenging, with escalating costs making it difficult to farm money and progress. Many express frustration over the beginner's daily quests, which are not user-friendly and hinder leveling up, leading to a perception that the game demands too much time and patience for advancement.
- “Farming money becomes much harder as everything starts to become excessively expensive.”
- “Not good for grinding or gaming patience.”
- “Your beginner's daily quest is absolutely not beginner-friendly; I've been grinding a lot and can't level up to 21.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Users appreciate the character design in the game but express a desire for updates or improvements in character development.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to truly connect with their characters and see them grow throughout the story.”
- “I love how the game allows for meaningful choices that impact character growth, making each playthrough feel unique and personal.”
- “The backstories and character arcs are so well-written that I found myself emotionally invested in their journeys.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
- “I was hoping for more depth in the characters, but they all seem one-dimensional.”
- “There are no significant changes in the characters throughout the game, making it hard to connect with them.”