Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur

Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur is bright and fun, but drips-feeds new skills and weapons far too slowly.

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In "Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur", King Arthur returns as the lone Knight to save Camelot after his knights fail to defeat the Void Giant. With Excalibur broken and the kingdom in chaos, Arthur must rescue citizens and battle colossal adversaries to reverse the disastrous spell. Success depends on defeating three powerful aspects of the Void Giant's soul to restore Camelot.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 80 reviews

gameplay16 positive mentions

grinding11 negative mentions

The combat is smooth and responsive, making gameplay enjoyable.
The art style and graphics are visually appealing, enhancing the overall experience.
The game offers a decent amount of replayability with various upgrades and character combinations.

Hitboxes are inconsistent, leading to frustrating moments where players take damage unexpectedly.
Meta progression feels slow and unfulfilling, making it hard to unlock new characters and upgrades.
The gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited variety in runs and enemy encounters.

gameplay
26 mentions
62 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Knight vs Giant" is generally praised for its responsive controls, addictive mechanics, and engaging combat, though it suffers from some repetitiveness and a need for polish. Players appreciate the blend of roguelike elements with King Arthur lore, but some express frustration with the meta progression and the limitations of mixing skills and weapons. Overall, while the game offers a fun and challenging experience, it may not fully satisfy those seeking depth compared to other titles in the genre.
- “The gameplay is pretty smooth; everything feels appropriately responsive and good to play.”
- “On the plus side, the gameplay is super addictive – you'll probably find yourself hooked pretty quickly.”
- “Knight vs Giant is a captivating roguelike game that combines the legendary tales of King Arthur and his knights of the round table with the challenging mechanics of the roguelike genre.”
- “Lots of repetition in gameplay here, but all you'd have to unlock to beat the second last boss once or thrice is to simply upgrade base damage at the blacksmith, wear +base damage % and +soul drop%, and did I forget to mention +upgrade soul drops too?”
- “Literally the only major difference between the demo and the full game was the addition of a building mechanic... in a Hades-style game.”
- “It would improve the gameplay tremendously if you could dodge while pressing the auto-attack button to avoid these types of mistakes.”
story
15 mentions
40 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally well-received, featuring a light yet entertaining narrative that creatively reinterprets Arthurian lore with engaging twists and memorable characters. While the dialogue adds humor and depth, some players feel the lack of end-game content diminishes replayability. Overall, the storyline is cohesive and enhances the gameplay experience, though it may not be enough to sustain long-term interest.
- “This successor game has nothing to envy to the original; the story is entertaining, the graphics are great, and the fight mechanics are on point.”
- “What stood out was how the story puts a fresh spin on the classic Arthurian legend, introducing elements like the void giant and the astral dimension, which kept things interesting.”
- “The storyline is gripping, featuring memorable characters.”
- “But with a very light storyline.”
- “After beating the main story, there is no end-game content or side activities, so I have abruptly lost interest in subsequent runs.”
- “The game art, the characters, the story presented to me, and the concept were all cool, but they didn't carry the gameplay for me.”
graphics
15 mentions
67 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their vibrant art style, polished visuals, and smooth animations, creating an immersive experience that captivates players. Reviewers highlight the enchanting medieval world and the appealing aesthetics of the combat, which is both visually striking and satisfying to engage with. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a significant strength, enhancing both the gameplay and storytelling.
- “This successor game has nothing to envy to the original; the story is entertaining, the graphics are great, and the fight mechanics are on point.”
- “The art style is a visual treat, immersing me in a vivid medieval world that's simply enchanting.”
- “Only at 30 minutes in, the artists are doing a great job; I loved the graphics and gameplay style, kind of like an action RPG from the 16-bit era.”
- “The graphics are decent without being too childlike.”
- “The combat is really pretty and aesthetically pleasing to look at.”
grinding
11 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some find it tedious and overly time-consuming, others appreciate its adherence to classic gameplay mechanics. The grind for gold and weapon unlocks can feel excessive, though recent patches have aimed to reduce this by tying unlocks to different criteria. Overall, the experience can become monotonous, especially with limited character customization and slow progression.
- “Annoying dialogue, hit boxes (might've improved slightly... been a while, can't recall but they still aren't ideal), overly grindy and annoying to play.”
- “Gold accumulation feels too grindy, unless there is more end-game content planned in the near future.”
- “The whole experience gets very boring and grindy very quickly; there is also no customization to your character, which seems like a miss.”
humor
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by witty and intriguing dialogues that enhance the storyline, though some players note that the lengthy initial dialogue may feel excessive. Overall, the humor is generally well-received, contributing to a cohesive narrative with moments of genuine fun.
- “It also has witty and intriguing dialogues that add depth and humor to the storyline.”
- “You start with a really, really, really long stretch of dialogue that is trying to be funny.”
- “Also, the story is cohesive and the dialogue can be funny at times.”
replayability
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
While some players find the game repetitive after reaching higher levels and acquiring key items, others appreciate its unique blend of strategy and storytelling, which enhances replayability and keeps them engaged in the journey through Camelot.
- “This game offers a unique blend of strategy, storytelling, and replayability that will keep players hooked as they embark on a heroic journey through the mythical realm of Camelot.”
- “Replayability...? Once you have level 12/20 bors and the 3rd blood crystal (NG 3+), it's all kind of repetitive to redo over and over again with Lancelot, Gawain, Percival, Tristan, etc. Knights of the Round.”
- “The game lacks significant replayability; after completing the main story, there isn't much incentive to go back and play through it again.”
- “While the initial experience is enjoyable, the lack of varied content makes replaying the game feel tedious and unfulfilling.”
music
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-aligned with its overall theme, significantly enhancing the gameplay experience.
- “The music really matches the game and enhances the gameplay.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
- “I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, making each moment feel more intense.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Overall, users report that the game experiences occasional glitches, indicating some stability issues that may affect gameplay.
- “There are a few glitches sprinkled in.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I experienced several bugs that disrupted my gameplay.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the character design and visuals, indicating that the aesthetic aspects of character development are well-executed and visually appealing. However, there is no mention of depth or growth in character arcs, suggesting a focus primarily on appearance rather than narrative development.
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form a genuine connection with each character.”
- “I appreciate how the characters evolve throughout the story, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”
- “The backstories and personal growth of the characters add layers to the narrative, making every decision feel impactful.”