You will die over and over again, but I never felt that the game was too hard or unfair. Which brings me to my next point in Shovel Knight, dying. During my playthrough, I died various times trying to get gold that I should have left behind. Which brings me to one of my favorite parts about Shovel Knight, gathering all that shiny gold! Enemies drop gold, gold is scattered throughout the level, and you can also dig up gold with your trusty shovel. Throughout the game, you will have many chances to increase either of these, for a good amount of gold, of course.
This really adds a good amount of depth to a seemingly simple game because it gives players the option to decide how they want to play.Īs with many games, you have a health bar as well as a mana bar for your items/magic. Shovel Knight can even buy new armor that gives him bonus effects, such as being able to do a special power attack after two downward thrusts or not being able to knocked back from attacks. What could have been simply used as a gimmick move is actually necessary to get by certain areas and makes some bosses much easier. But to add to the fun, Shovel Knight can thrust his shovel straight down while jumping, causing him to hit and bounce off of enemies below him. These items are scattered throughout levels in the form of a hidden merchant, as well as some items being able to be bought in town.
Shovel Knight also has a ton of items that he can use in battle such as fireballs, anchors, gauntlets, and even temporary invincibility. You have a simple short range shovel attack and the usual left, right, and jump controls. While this story may seem very simple, it is actually filled with clever dialogue, interesting characters and a solid plot twist to keep the player interested.Īt first glance, the gameplay seems to be very simple. Desperate to find his friend, he sets off on a classic adventure to defeat the Order of No Quarter and save the kingdom in the process.
He learns that the tower is now sealed up tight and protected by The Order of No Quarter and their leader, The Enchantress.
They quickly learn that the amulet is cursed and fall to its’ dark powers, leaving Shovel Knight awaking alone and far from the Tower Of Fate. The game starts off with our hero, Shovel Knight, and his partner in adventuring, Shield Knight, finding a magic amulet in The Tower of Fate. If you could choose one weapon to fight off countless enemies what would it be? The classic sword? A mighty hammer? Ever given any thought to a shovel? Well you should, because Shovel Knight is a shining example of how an unorthodox weapon can make for an extremely entertaining and challenging game!
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