Knighted

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Knighted is a single player and multiplayer tactical turn-based strategy game. It was developed by Steel Peak Games and was released on May 17, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Knighted is a chess-like strategy game. Out-wit Multiplayer opponents! Train against the computer in Skirmishes or in the story driven Campaign. Play against friends in custom lobbies. Dare to enter the online tournaments and face off against grand masters!

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

monetization1 negative mentions

Accessible and streamlined turn-based strategy gameplay offering quick, intense matches with tactical depth.
Well-crafted campaign that serves as a good introduction to the game’s mechanics and ramps up difficulty gradually.
Clean, minimalist 2D art style and intuitive user interface that focus on clarity and decision-making without distraction.

Limited multiplayer features and low player population make finding online matches difficult, reducing multiplayer appeal.
The game lacks some advertised features such as multiplayer modes beyond 1v1 and progression systems, leading to a limited long-term engagement.
Some UI/UX issues like the control scheme requiring holding the mouse to move units, lack of progress tracking in campaign, and time limits in PvP negatively affect gameplay experience.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
57%
The gameplay features a dynamic turn system allowing multiple moves per turn, combining simple mechanics with strategic depth and a steady, engaging rhythm. An intuitive and uncluttered interface supports a smooth learning curve, while the minimalist design keeps the focus firmly on well-balanced tactical play. Although modest in presentation and content, the game offers a satisfying and accessible experience for fans of streamlined strategy.
- “Every turn allows players to move multiple pieces rather than being restricted to a single command per round, giving the gameplay a lively tempo.”
- “The mechanics are easy to grasp yet challenging to master, with a steady rhythm that keeps every turn meaningful.”
- “Its foundations are solid: the gameplay loop is tight, the interface is smooth, and the tactical systems are well-balanced.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's clean and colorful 2D art style is both readable and nostalgic, effectively supporting gameplay without unnecessary distractions. Its bright, neatly designed visuals enhance quick, engaging matches, making it especially appealing for casual and streamed 1v1 battles.
- “Its 2D art style is clean and readable, with crisp colors and neatly designed tiles that make it easy to understand what’s happening on the battlefield.”
- “While the graphics may not dazzle, they complement the game’s compact design philosophy—everything serves the gameplay, and nothing distracts from it.”
- “If you've played Advance Wars in the past, this will bring back the nostalgia with its bright and colorful graphics. This is a great game to have a 1v1 with on stream as you can challenge your viewers to a quick joust for a chance to be "knighted" on stream!”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story progresses through mission-based challenges that gradually increase in difficulty, effectively teaching gameplay mechanics, but lacks visual cues for mission completion and features all levels unlocked from the start.
- “Each mission introduces new challenges and gradually ramps up the difficulty, teaching players how to effectively manage resources, coordinate attacks, and anticipate enemy movements.”
- “Finishing a scenario mission has no visual cue, and all levels seem to be unlocked from the beginning.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization approach is considered misleading by some users, particularly for those sensitive to such practices, though it may not impact all players.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music is well-liked and enhances the satisfaction of defeating the AI, contributing positively to the gameplay experience.
- “Love the music and it's really satisfying to beat the AI.”