Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon

About

Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is a match-3 dungeon crawler game featuring the beloved character, Shovel Knight. Players navigate through procedurally generated dungeons, battling enemies and bosses in frenetic match-3 combat. With puzzle-like challenges, unlockable characters, and various items to collect, this game offers a unique and engaging twist on classic Shovel Knight action.

Genres & Tags

Puzzle

Play Modes

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

34%

Audience ScoreBased on 488 reviews

gameplay15 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a charming art style and enjoyable music, enhancing the overall experience.
The blend of puzzle and action mechanics is engaging and addictive, providing a unique gameplay experience.
The game offers a variety of characters and customization options, keeping the gameplay fresh and interesting.

The game frequently crashes on startup, making it unplayable for many users across various devices.
It requires a Netflix account to play, which limits accessibility for those who do not have a subscription.
There is a lack of a save feature, causing frustration when players lose progress due to crashes.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
10%
15%
The gameplay is a compelling blend of adventure and puzzle mechanics, featuring strategic matching and attacking of enemies, which creates an engaging and satisfying experience. Players appreciate the game's challenge and versatility, with many praising its addictive nature and beautiful art direction. While some minor issues like buggy text boxes and a lack of autosave were noted, the overall consensus is that the gameplay is fun, well-designed, and deserving of high praise.
- “Interesting mechanics, combining a small adventure game, where you need to move around and attack enemies with a puzzle game, where you need to match similar objects or enemies into groups.”
- “Really fun gameplay loop and very satisfying to take out large amounts of enemies all at once.”
- “Endlessly fun puzzler with great art direction and addictive gameplay.”
- “The gameplay revolves around strategic puzzle matching, stacking, and attacking enemies with different attributes.”
- “The game offers a hub to buy relics and world skips using gems, and there are many unlockables with hidden mechanics and risk-reward analysis.”
- “It has a fast-paced mechanic suitable for casual mobile gameplay combined with the original game's mechanics, and unlike most spinoffs, it feels like it has soul, with plenty of references to the original game and even remixes of the soundtrack.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their cute and charming art style, which many players find appealing and integral to the overall experience. However, some users criticize the graphics as poor and unengaging, suggesting that they may only appeal to a younger audience. Overall, the art and graphics are highlighted as standout features by many, contributing positively to the game's enjoyment.
- “Amazing art and graphics alone make it worthwhile.”
- “Charming art style.”
- “I love the art style.”
- “Boring with poor graphics, maybe fun for young kids.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The music in the game is widely praised for its adorable and engaging soundtrack, which complements the cute art style and overall gameplay experience. Reviewers appreciate the remixes and references to the original game, enhancing the nostalgic feel while maintaining a fun and casual vibe suitable for mobile play. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “Very cute art style and cool music.”
- “Graphics, music, story, gameplay, everything is straight up awesome.”
- “Absolutely love it! Very fun, adorable soundtrack; the sprites for the characters are so cute.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report stability issues, particularly after updates, with some suggesting basic troubleshooting like reinstalling the app. While the gameplay is enjoyable, bugs in text boxes and the absence of an autosave feature detract from the overall experience.
- “Fun gameplay, but the text boxes are buggy and the lack of an autosave feature kills the enjoyment.”
- “Dialogue boxes seem to be buggy and take too long to move to the next.”
- “To people complaining about it being unplayable after updating, try basic Android update troubleshooting: uninstall and reinstall the app if it stops working after an update.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highly praise the game's replayability, noting that the addition of a free DLC puzzle pack significantly enhances the experience and offers countless hours of content. Enthusiasm for future updates further underscores the game's lasting appeal.
- “The replay value is off the charts.”
- “The free DLC puzzle pack adds countless hours of replayability, and I can't wait to see what is coming next.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
The monetization model is well-received, as players appreciate the absence of ads, allowing for a fun and challenging gameplay experience without interruptions.
- “No ads, fun and challenging gameplay.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't disrupt the gaming experience.”
- “I appreciate that I can enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it amusing and in line with the Shovel Knight brand. However, some users noted that the pacing, particularly the lengthy wait times between dialogues, detracted from the comedic experience.
- “The game is fine and funny, as you can expect from a Shovel Knight game, though the waiting time between the dialogues is a bit too long.”
- “I'm always willing to try out a game, especially when it's got a brand I trust as much as Shovel Knight... but this was hilariously bad.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story is praised as being exceptional, contributing significantly to the overall experience of the game alongside its graphics, music, and gameplay.
- “The story is incredibly engaging and keeps you hooked from start to finish.”
- “The character development throughout the narrative is truly remarkable.”
- “The plot twists and emotional depth of the story make it a memorable experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the emotional aspect of the game, noting that the touch screen input is often unresponsive, which detracts from their overall experience and engagement.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players report a smooth experience with no freezing or significant performance issues, indicating effective optimization in the game.
- “I haven't had any issues with the game freezing or other performance issues yet!”
- “The game runs smoothly on my system, even during intense moments.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the graphics are; they look great without sacrificing performance.”