- April 1, 2020
- RedBoon
- 28h median play time
Knock on the Coffin Lid
Platforms
About
"Knock on the Coffin Lid" is a narrative-driven game where you wake up in a crypt with no memories, and must uncover the secrets of your death and plan your route to return home. Explore three mysterious regions, form unexpected alliances, and make decisions that will change the world. Build unbeatable decks, collect artifacts, and fight enemy factions in tactical battles.











- Engaging story and atmosphere that keeps players hooked.
- Unique mechanics with equipment and character classes that enhance replayability.
- High production value with stunning art, animations, and voice acting.
- Unbalanced difficulty spikes, especially in boss fights, leading to frustrating experiences.
- Some mechanics and card descriptions are unclear, causing confusion during gameplay.
- Repetitive gameplay due to fixed map paths and reliance on RNG for item drops.
story
369 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe game's story is a significant draw, featuring a rich narrative that unfolds through multiple playthroughs, with engaging characters and intriguing lore that keeps players invested. While some players appreciate the depth and complexity of the storytelling, others find it can become tedious or convoluted, particularly when it interferes with gameplay. Overall, the combination of captivating art, voice acting, and a well-crafted narrative enhances the roguelike experience, making it appealing for those who enjoy story-driven games.
“The game's story takes a while to unfold, and over successive runs you gradually learn more about how your character ended up dead and the motivations and machinations of the various characters.”
“What really stands out in this title is the rich story and engaging quests that keep you hooked from the start.”
“The story is intriguing, I haven't unlocked all the characters yet nor have I explored all the avenues, but I like the narrative.”
“The main issue is the story.”
“The story is absolutely meaningless and makes little sense.”
“So after slaving away for many hours on hardcore, I finally learn not from the game but searching it online that you can get permanent bonuses to the character in story mode by doing challenges!”