Knightmare Tower
- June 16, 2014
- Juicy Beast
- 5h median play time
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Reviews
- The game is incredibly fun and addictive, providing a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic flash games.
- It features simple yet engaging mechanics, allowing players to enjoy quick sessions while still offering depth through upgrades and challenges.
- The graphics and sound design are appealing, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- Some achievements are luck-based, which can be frustrating for players trying to complete the game fully.
- The game lacks replayability after completing the main story, as there isn't much to do beyond grinding for achievements.
- There are technical issues, such as bugs that can reset progress and the absence of mouse support, which detracts from the overall experience.
- story42 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally perceived as short and simplistic, revolving around a knight tasked with rescuing kidnapped princesses from a tower, which some players found entertaining and humorous. However, many reviewers noted that the narrative lacks depth and becomes repetitive, with a mission system that feels tedious after a while. While the main story can be completed in just a few hours, players appreciated the additional quests and survival mode that extend gameplay, though some felt the overall experience could have been more engaging.
“This game is a very fun short and sweet game that has many ups; I would recommend it because it checks all the boxes for a fun, short, and sweet game with a funny storyline.”
“Knightmare starts with a simple story; ten princesses have been kidnapped and need rescuing from a tower.”
“I didn't think that the game has a story, but now I see it does, and man, I laughed so hard at the ending!”
“It's story is painfully boring; replete with a token black princess and a duck sidequest that is hinted at but never implemented.”
“The game has an ordinary story, where you are a knight that has to rescue the princess, however, you have to climb a huge tower with evil creatures and many mini-bosses.”
“8/10, only problem I could find was that it's too short; after the main story and when you unlock survival and beat every quest, it gets kind of boring.”
- gameplay33 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its addictive and simple mechanics, blending hack and slash with bullet hell elements, and featuring responsive controls that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the fluidity and fun of the gameplay loop, alongside a progression system that keeps them engaged, although some find the overall depth lacking. While the game offers a casual and enjoyable experience, it may have limited replay value once all content is unlocked.
“I loved the cutscenes and the mechanics of the game, hack and slash mixed with bullet hell, and several cool monster and armor designs.”
“Game itself is snappy, responsive, and good for hours of addictive gameplay.”
“The gameplay is simple, yet addicting like hell - especially if you want to 100% this game.”
“Game mechanics work fine, but at the end it just feels... lacking.”
“The final boss kicks ass, both the gameplay and the soundtrack are repetitive but still fun, and the controls via controller or keyboard work just fine and precise enough.”
“It controls better and feels less luck-based than similar games, but while it follows the same model of escalating upgrade-based gameplay, it doesn't have the same hook because you don't really get a chance to take in the sensation of that escalation.”
- graphics18 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their high-resolution, cartoony art style, and smooth animations, contributing to an engaging visual experience. Players appreciate the combination of addictive gameplay and appealing visuals, with many noting the game's charming and sometimes quirky character designs. Overall, the graphics enhance the fun factor, making it a standout feature of the game.
“I personally love the art style, so for me, the 2D graphics are perfect, along with the sound effects and music.”
“The graphics are nice and high-resolution, featuring a cartoony style.”
“The controls are smooth, and the art style is amazing.”
“Cool game, this is a free flash game from what I've read, but the Steam version is a little better graphics-wise.”
“Graphics and sound aside, some games just have that 'fun' quality to them, and this one has it in spades.”
“The graphics have been improved (slightly); you get animated cutscenes (...yay) and it supports controllers.”
- music15 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players praise the catchy and epic soundtrack, others criticize its repetitiveness and lack of variety. Despite a few audio glitches and issues with looping, many find the sound design complements the gameplay well, enhancing the overall experience. Overall, the music is seen as a strong aspect, though some players suggest it could benefit from more diversity.
“It has everything: gameplay, music, art, and humor.”
“The soundtrack was catchy.”
“And the music is epic.”
“The music is lazy; it doesn't even loop cleanly.”
“Same music tune on and on.”
“One recommendation would be to change up the music a bit.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its funny storyline and engaging comedic elements that enhance the overall experience. Many reviews note that the game is not only entertaining but also addictive, making it a delightful blend of casual gameplay and humor. Overall, it delivers a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere that keeps players laughing throughout their playtime.
“This game is a very fun short and sweet game that has many ups. I would recommend it because it checks all the boxes for a fun, short, and sweet game with a funny storyline.”
“So many things to upgrade, lots of humor, and just plain fun.”
“It's casual and challenging with a fun sense of humor.”
- replayability10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it enjoyable and addictive with opportunities to improve scores or explore different strategies, others feel that once achievements are unlocked, there is limited incentive to replay. The simplicity of mechanics and engaging design contribute positively to replay value for some, but not all players see it as a significant factor.
“Took me around 5 hours to complete the full game with all achievements, but you can still try to beat your score in survival for those who like replayability.”
“The replayability of this game is adequate, and the game's design is fun enough that completing a story is somewhat in the back of the gamer's mind anyway.”
“It's simple mechanics and upgrade system make it a fun and replayable game.”
“It was okay for the 6 hours it took to complete the whole thing; I can't see much replayability to it.”
“Not sure about replayability just yet though.”
“The replayability of this game is adequate, and the game's design is fun enough that completing a story is somewhat in the back of the gamer's head anyway.”
- stability7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to have several stability issues, including glitches and bugs that affect the launch experience and texture quality. While players find the game enjoyable, the presence of these bugs detracts from the overall experience.
“My only issues are that it seems to be a bit buggy when launching; the textures kind of look really weird.”
“Well, it is a fun game, although it is kind of buggy. I hope they still plan on porting more games to Steam.”
“Game glitches; these weird bars show up and glitched out my game.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, players find the grinding in the game to be enjoyable and rewarding rather than tedious, with many appreciating that it doesn't feel excessive or artificially prolonged. The game strikes a balance by providing ample rewards, making the grinding experience feel purposeful and engaging.
“Anything after that is just endless mode and grinding out achievements.”
“Having said that, the game doesn't overstay its welcome and I'm glad the devs didn't try to artificially increase play time by adding arbitrary, grindy goals.”
“Grinding in this game isn't a chore; it's something that you look forward to.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game experiences initial performance issues at the menu screen, but once players navigate past this point, it runs smoothly.
“It runs smoothly once you get past the menu screen.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the game's strong emphasis on story and atmosphere, noting that it significantly enhances the overall experience and engagement for players who appreciate immersive narratives.
“I'm not much of a casual gamer, and I tend to prefer games that focus heavily on story and atmosphere, but my god, this game is good!”
“The atmosphere in this game is absolutely immersive; it pulls you in and makes you feel like you're part of the world.”
“Every detail contributes to the overall ambiance, creating a hauntingly beautiful experience that stays with you long after you finish playing.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is available for free on a website, but players can purchase it on Steam to enjoy an ad-free experience and the convenience of controller support.
“It can be played for free on a website, but I wanted to play it with a controller and not have to look at ads, so I bought it on Steam.”
“The monetization model feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
“I feel like the game is designed to push players towards microtransactions rather than providing a fair experience.”
