Type Knight
- May 3, 2018
- chaikadev
Get on SteamIn Type Knight, players defend against enemies by typing words that appear on them correctly and quickly. As they progress, they can unlock new characters, arenas, and power-ups, while battling challenging bosses. The game offers various difficulty levels, making it suitable for both casual and experienced players.
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Reviews
- Great way to practice typing skills with adjustable difficulty levels and the ability to import custom text.
- Charming aesthetics and engaging soundtrack enhance the overall experience, making it enjoyable to play.
- Simple yet addictive gameplay that keeps players coming back to improve their high scores.
- Lacks variety in gameplay and can become repetitive quickly, with limited enemy types and mechanics.
- No feedback for mistakes and a cumbersome backspace mechanic can lead to frustrating experiences.
- Some players find the word visibility challenging due to background colors and font choices, making it hard to read quickly.
- gameplay26 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally well-received, featuring innovative mechanics like a spell shield and various typing challenges that enhance the typing experience. However, players note that the game suffers from a lack of variety in enemies and mechanics, leading to repetitive gameplay. While the visuals and soundtrack are praised, some mechanics, such as the defense system, are poorly explained, which can detract from the overall experience.
“I like the way that blocking magic works; it adds an interesting mechanic.”
“Also really innovative gameplay and generally helps me type faster.”
“It has had a ton of care and passion put into it, as is evident from the fantastic pixel art, soundtrack, gameplay, and atmosphere.”
“I'm only rating this game poorly because it has an infinite amount of potential for mechanics, features, and game modes to make this game amazing; but the game will never be updated.”
“The shield mechanic also interrupts the combo timing, forcing most of the time to lose your spree.”
“The variety of enemies and, in a broader sense, gameplay elements is very low, so it gets repetitive and boring quickly.”
- music20 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its catchy, retro-inspired chiptune tracks that enhance the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to complement the charming visuals and engaging mechanics without being intrusive, making it a standout feature of the game. Overall, the combination of delightful music and appealing aesthetics contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
“The music and aesthetic of this game are really nice; they're not intrusive, which is how a good typing game should be.”
“I really like the chiptune music, which adds greatly to the atmosphere.”
“To fit in with this is a fantastic soundtrack that not only keeps with the retro visuals but also the knight, his quest, and the general horror theme that is running through it.”
“The soundtrack consists of a number of different tracks that each symbolize the different themes running through the atmosphere.”
“Pixels and retro music that suits the theme.”
“The idea is great, the story that it tells you is amazing and oh my gosh I'm freaking in love with the soundtrack!”
- graphics18 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and aesthetically pleasing design, complemented by a fitting soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the cute visuals and pixel art style, which, while not groundbreaking, effectively support the game's mechanics and theme. Overall, the combination of appealing graphics and engaging music creates a delightful atmosphere for a typing game.
“The visuals and soundtrack go ridiculously hard for a typing game.”
“Beautifully scored, with a really fun aesthetic, and beautifully customizable.”
“The graphics are charming; there's enemy variety, a timed combo system to keep you on your toes, and the music is delightfully 8-bit and fitting.”
“Graphics and sound are 'okay' (for a pixel-art game), so the weakest part is design.”
“An even easier setting (and maybe more colorful graphics) would be nice so I could get my 5-year-old to start to learn the basics.”
“Well presented typing game with pixel art aesthetics.”
- story17 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as simplistic and lacking depth, with some players expressing a desire for more character development, dialogue, and varied environments. While there are light plot progression elements that provide some engagement and insight into the protagonist's journey, the overall narrative is considered basic and repetitive, with no definitive ending. However, the charming graphics and fitting soundtrack enhance the experience, making the minimal story elements more enjoyable.
“The idea is great, the story that it tells is amazing, and oh my gosh, I'm freaking in love with the soundtrack!”
“While the plot is nothing complex or massively engaging, it is always interesting to see such intervals where the plot does progress, as you get insight into the mind of the knight and how his quest is affecting him the further he progresses.”
“It certainly won’t blow you away, but of what plot there is, it is interesting and helps the player become somewhat attached to the character they control.”
“After a while, the adventure/story gets a bit boring.”
“There is no proper ending to the 'story' mode - it just loops back to the beginning and then crashes after a while, as apparently the creator did not anticipate anyone surviving that long.”
“The plot to Type Knight is extremely simple, but throughout the gameplay, there are intervals where light plot progression occurs through small text passages, with a total of 20.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of Type Knight is highly praised, characterized by its haunting chiptune music and impressive pixel-art that together create an engaging and immersive experience. Reviewers note the game's polished presentation and thematic soundtrack, which enhance its overall ambiance and replayability.
“I really like the chiptune music which adds greatly to the atmosphere.”
“All in all, I recommend this game to people looking for a simple yet nice and polished typing game with a haunting atmosphere.”
“The soundtrack consists of a number of different tracks that each symbolize the different themes running through the atmosphere.”
“It has had a ton of care and passion put into it, as is evident in the fantastic pixel art, soundtrack, gameplay, and atmosphere.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Type Knight offers significant replayability due to its ability to import custom scripts, allowing players to create diverse experiences while enjoying its engaging atmosphere.
“Type Knight is a small but solid typing game with great atmosphere and the ability to import your own scripts for tons of replayability.”
“The variety of challenges and the option to create custom content make every playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
“With multiple modes and endless customization options, I find myself coming back to this game time and time again.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making it feel repetitive after just a few playthroughs.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to dive back in.”
“The limited variety in gameplay mechanics really hampers its replayability.”
