Muffin Knight

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"Muffin Knight is an arena-based platformer with action-packed gameplay. Recover stolen muffins by using magical transformations to defeat enemies, now with customizable graphics quality and improved multiplayer matchmaking. Play single player games while waiting for a CO-OP match and choose between friend only or public matchmaking."

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73%

Audience ScoreBased on 242 reviews

gameplay17 positive mentions

grinding11 negative mentions

Muffin Knight offers a fun and addictive gameplay experience with a variety of characters and abilities, making each playthrough unique.
The graphics are colorful and well-designed, providing a pleasant visual experience that appeals to both children and adults.
The game features enjoyable music and sound effects that enhance the overall atmosphere, making it a lighthearted and entertaining choice for casual gaming.

The game suffers from significant bugs, particularly with achievements not registering correctly, which can be frustrating for completionists.
Controls can be unresponsive, especially when using a controller, leading to a less enjoyable gameplay experience.
The gameplay can become repetitive over time, with a lack of depth and variety in levels and enemies, making it less engaging in the long run.

gameplay
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
47%
8%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, featuring unique character abilities that add tactical depth and variety. While the mechanics are reminiscent of other popular titles, they can become repetitive over time, and some players find the controls and menu navigation lacking. Overall, the game offers a fun, albeit straightforward experience, with a charming aesthetic and engaging sound design, though it may not justify its price for everyone.
- “Each of these characters has a unique attack, which adds a lot of tactical gameplay, variety, and fun.”
- “Every part of the characters' abilities matches their design and gives a fun, yet deceivingly complex gameplay loop, with each character taking hours upon hours to even come close to mastering.”
- “Gameplay is fast-paced and smooth.”
- “Navigating menus is tough and during gameplay it just feels a bit too inaccurate.”
- “While the gameplay for Muffin Knight is actually kind of fun for a little while, it quickly becomes repetitive and boring.”
- “It's a simple gameplay system, but one that loses its charm over time as the monsters themselves keep the same attack pattern throughout the entire game.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
47%
8%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their colorful, polished, and cartoony art style, with varied levels that enhance the visual experience. While some users noted issues like stretched visuals in windowed mode and clunky controls, the overall aesthetic is considered charming and appealing, making it a delightful choice for casual gameplay. However, a few reviews pointed out that the graphics may not stand out compared to other titles, with some describing them as subpar in certain contexts.
- “The art style is light and cartoony, but well done.”
- “The graphics are very colorful and nice.”
- “The graphics are pretty nice, definitely very colorful and creative, and the different characters and abilities are a lot of fun to play around with.”
- “The graphics are polished, but the platforming is clunky garbage.”
- “Whilst the plot is simple and the graphics are subpar, Muffin Knight excels in its gameplay and can become dangerously addicting.”
- “Bad graphics, annoying voice acting, pop-ups in the middle of the action and when you do finally get to play, enemies are too random and controls are too bad to apply any strategy or skill.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
30%
15%
The music in the game is generally praised for being enjoyable and thematically appropriate for each level, enhancing the overall experience. However, some players find it repetitive and occasionally annoying, particularly due to noticeable looping spots. Despite these criticisms, the soundtrack is often described as catchy and fitting, contributing positively to the game's vibrant atmosphere.
- “The music is enjoyable, and each level has its own theme, such as a forest or a graveyard.”
- “The music is tailored to fit the theme of each level.”
- “The music is catchy, the controls are fantastically responsive and the added perks and upgrades really add to the game and genuinely make a difference, saving a very repetitive formula from going stale.”
- “But when it comes to the music and the voice that says the name of the character you're using, after an hour you just want to throw your headphones across the room.”
- “The music could use a change, but other than that, it's pretty fun to waste time in.”
- “You can hear the spot where the music loops, and wow, that is annoying.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The game's story is unexpectedly charming, featuring a well-written narrative that enhances the fantasy setting and character depth, with a pleasant narrator guiding players through the quest to collect muffins. While some reviews note the plot's simplicity and lack of depth, others appreciate the engaging storytelling that adds to the overall experience, making it a standout aspect of the game. However, a few critiques highlight that the gameplay may overshadow the narrative, with some players finding the story to be minimal or weak.
- “As soon as the game starts, we are introduced to a sweet story, which surprised me because I wasn't expecting it.”
- “The narrator's voice is pleasant, and the story explains why we are collecting muffins in the game.”
- “The game's storyline is one of the best written ever.”
- “The plot is weak and some of the power-ups are far worse than others, due to the upgrades and points, you can quickly improve the weaker characters and make them some of the strongest.”
- “Whilst the plot is simple and the graphics are subpar, Muffin Knight excels in its gameplay and can become dangerously addicting.”
- “Simple platformer with no meaningful story.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its hilarious narrator, funny jokes, and entertaining story. The combination of simple yet engaging gameplay, stylish graphics, and good sound effects contributes to an overall fun experience, particularly in co-op mode. Despite some limitations, such as the absence of multiplayer, the game is considered a great option for those seeking lighthearted entertainment.
- “While very simple gameplay, I find this a very funny game!”
- “You've got the standard cutesy tablet graphics and sound effects, and as a plus point, the narrator is hilarious.”
- “It's funny, entertaining, and full of color!”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be extensive and often tedious, particularly for unlocking characters and achieving upgrades. While some appreciate the challenge and content available for completion, many feel that the grinding can become overwhelming, especially in cooperative or multiplayer modes. Overall, the grind is seen as a significant part of the gameplay experience, with mixed feelings about its necessity and execution.
- “You'll have to abandon your life as you know it for grinding.”
- “For a game consisting mainly of grinding, being difficult to back up the progress is a sin.”
- “Once you get to a certain point, it just gets extremely hard farming for those muffins.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is notably poor, with frequent glitches and bugs affecting both controller functionality and in-game indicators. Players report issues such as characters uncontrollably moving and achievements not functioning properly, leading to a frustrating experience, particularly on PC. Overall, the game's stability issues detract significantly from its enjoyment, leaving the single-player campaign as the only reliable aspect.
- “I was not prepared for the buggy mess that awaited me.”
- “But with the extremely frequent glitches, this game is painful on PC.”
- “There are also a few glitches which have never been addressed.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The game is praised for its impressive graphics and control optimization, making it a delightful experience overall. Users have noted that it performs well, with minimal bugs affecting gameplay.
- “A very cute game to play when you are feeling down :) A surprisingly wonderful port that is outstanding in terms of graphics and control optimization!”
- “The performance issues are frustrating, and the bugs really detract from the overall experience.”
- “While the game has potential, the optimization is lacking, leading to frequent lag and crashes.”
- “I was disappointed by the optimization; it feels like the game wasn't fully polished before release.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight that the game's replayability is significantly enhanced by its diverse gameplay mechanics, multiple endings, and varying character choices, encouraging players to explore different strategies and outcomes. However, some users note that certain elements may feel repetitive after multiple playthroughs, potentially diminishing the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a solid foundation for replayability, though individual experiences may vary.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
While the game's art and character designs are highly praised for their masterful execution, the reviews do not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development within the narrative.
- “The game's art is something to behold; it belongs in the Louvre with its masterful character designs and fully realized settings.”
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character's unique story.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making choices that truly impact their growth and relationships.”