Knight Terrors
- October 31, 2017
- FreakZone Games
"Knight Terrors" is a 2D pixel art action platformer with challenging gameplay. Play as a cursed knight fighting against hordes of night creatures in procedurally generated levels. Quick reflexes and strategic timing are required to defeat relentless enemies and bosses. With its retro aesthetic and intense action, Knight Terrors offers a nostalgic sneak peek into the classic gaming era.
Reviews
- The game is simple, fun, and addictive, providing a great time with its old school graphics and sound.
- It features a fantastic soundtrack and intense gameplay that keeps players engaged and challenged.
- The game offers a variety of modes and is well worth the price, making it a recommended purchase for fans of the genre.
- The unlock all modes achievement is bugged, causing frustration for players who have completed the requirements.
- There are no options for changing keybindings or adjusting sound settings, which limits customization.
- The game can become repetitive quickly due to similar level designs and a slow game over screen that cannot be skipped.
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its quality and thematic relevance, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. While players appreciate the fun and engaging soundtrack, they express disappointment over the lack of options to adjust volume or change keybindings. Overall, the music complements the game's aesthetic and is considered a standout feature.
“Infinite runners come a dime a dozen, and this one even has some Flappy Bird style modes, but with an incredibly solid visual style and a nice soundtrack it makes a pretty fun experience regardless.”
“The soundtrack is actually pretty fun to listen to and it matches the theme, keeping you engaged in the gameplay.”
“There are no options for changing the keybindings or adjusting the volume of sound effects and music.”
“I love the graphics and the music.”
“Also, I have been following the composer here for a while and the soundtrack is on par!”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a nostalgic 8-bit art style that appeals to fans of old-school aesthetics, complemented by a solid soundtrack. While some players appreciate the visual charm and animation quality, others note that the repetitive level design can diminish the overall experience. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's fun factor, especially for those who enjoy pixel art and retro themes.
“Infinite runners come a dime a dozen, and this one even has some Flappy Bird style modes, but with an incredibly solid visual style and a nice soundtrack it makes a pretty fun experience regardless. Its animation has some amazing key frames; nothing has more than 3 frames of animation yet it feels really good to jump, fly around, and kill stuff. If you like endless runners, good pixel art, or just this old English horror aesthetic, it's a fine product for its price.”
“It's three dollars, it's fun, and oh, the graphics and soundtrack are fantastic.”
“I love the graphics and the music.”
“The graphics are old school, and the sound is the same, but it's everything you need for a great time.”
“Infinite runners come a dime a dozen, and this one even has some flappy bird style modes, but with an incredibly solid visual style and a nice soundtrack it makes a pretty fun experience regardless, and its animation has some amazing key frames, because nothing has more than 3 frames of animation yet it feels really good to jump, fly around and kill stuff, if you like endless runners, good pixel art or just this old English horror aesthetic, it's a fine product for its price.”
“Art style.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward, featuring five modes and a completion time of about 1-2 hours, depending on player skill. While it combines side-scrolling elements with endless procedurally generated levels, it has been likened to a mobile runner or Flappy Bird clone. The simple two-button controls enhance the experience, although the lack of customizable controls is noted as a missed opportunity.
“The soundtrack is actually pretty fun to listen to and it matches the theme, keeping you engaged in the gameplay, which is also really simple with only 2 buttons to press (there's no option to change the controls, though it would be awesome if there was).”
“Matches the intensity of the gameplay.”
“It turns out 'mash-up of side-scrolling gameplay styles' and 'endless procedurally generated levels' actually mean 'mobile store runner/flappy bird clone'.”
“Gameplay is simple and has 5 modes to choose from, and you can 100% it in around 1 to 2 hours depending on your skill.”
“The gameplay is really simple, with only 2 buttons to press (there's no option to change the controls, though; it would be awesome if there was).”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be an emotional journey, resonating deeply even with those who may not have been fans initially.
“It's an emotional journey... even if I was never a fan of that game.”
“The game made me feel a deep connection to the characters, and I found myself genuinely caring about their fates.”
“I was moved to tears by the story; it resonated with my own experiences in a way I never expected.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story of this game is described as a lighthearted and enjoyable narrative, fitting for a fun runner experience developed by Freak Zone Games and Nicalis, known for their work on titles like "The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth" and "Cave Story+".