Platforms
- PCJun 26, 20148.7playscore8.628 Critics9.412.4K Players
- PlayStation 4Apr 21, 20158.9playscore8.910 Critics9.514.4K Players
- Xbox OneApr 29, 2015NAplayscoreNA0 Critics9.42.14K Players
- PlayStation 3Apr 21, 2015NAplayscoreNA1 Critics7.574 Players
- Nintendo Wii UNov 3, 20159.0playscore8.823 Critics9.716K Players
- Nintendo 3DSNov 3, 20158.9playscore8.817 Critics9.78.94K Players
- PS VitaApr 21, 20158.6playscore8.84 Critics9.51.00K Players
72 critic reviews · 28 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- For Switch owners who might have already taken down the Order of No Quarter, the new expansions make it more than worthwhile for a double dip. Shovel Knight is an amazing franchise I hope to see continue long into the future, and is one of the few games I have actually beaten more than two times in this sea of endless titles releasing. A must own.
Ken McKown · Mar 14, 2017 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - This is the best version of Shovel Knight yet, and Treasure Trove is the most complete package. In addition to piling ever more new features on top of the original, Yacht Club has improved on Shovel Knight in nearly every way with the Specter of Torment expansion. From the story and writing to the simple fluidness of platforming and combat, Specter Knight is an excellent new step for the series.
Mike Rougeau · Mar 07, 2017 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Shovel Knight has always been excellent, but bundling these three chapters together, including new functionality, increases the attractiveness of an already incredibly compelling package.
Steve Bowling · Mar 06, 2017 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - That is really my only criticism. You’ll be doing things in Specter of Torment that literally make you say “wow” out loud. It’s a smooth, expertly-crafted platformer filled with heart. Again, it’s a free update to your Wii U and 3DS versions so there’s no reason not to play it. For Switch users, it’s absolutely worth experiencing, as is the rest of the Treasure Trove.
Zachary Miller · Mar 04, 2017 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Shovel Knight is truly a game that lives up to the hype surrounding it. It’s amazing and frustrating in equal parts, and is absolutely well worth your time if you’re looking to a homage to the days when gaming was fun, simple and all about discovery and platforming. While there are a few small problems that could easily be fixed in a sequel they can easily be looked past, as Shovel Knight is definitely worth digging in to.
Liam Langan · May 13, 2015 Reviewed on VitaRead full review - It felt like I was discovering a wonderful game from the past that I had somehow missed when growing up. In-game achievements and a New Game+ mode add to the replay value, but even without those it’s a bargain for the fun. I would say it’s a must play for anyone old enough to remember blowing on a cartridge, but that would be selling it short. Nostalgia certainly enhances the experience, but this is a great game for anyone.
Dave Payerle · May 05, 2015 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - The backgrounds vary from dark and lamenting graveyards to bright, colourful pastures. Using old-style visuals hasn't held the developer back; if anything, the sheer simplicity of that approach has given it an advantage. ...It's unfortunate that this new version of Shovel Knight doesn't add much, but that doesn't stop it from being one of the best games on Sony's hardware. If you haven't already, now's the perfect time to jump into Yacht Club Games' 8-bit masterpiece.
Ryan Oehrli · May 03, 2015 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Quirky, endearing, challenging and wholly entertaining, Shovel Knight offers a slice of old-school platforming action at its best. Fans of the genre should consider this title essential, and anyone else that feels like a break from the myriad of multi-million pound developments being released left, right and centre should seriously consider giving Shovel Knight a try. You never know, you just might love it!
Rich · Apr 29, 2015 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Shovel Knight continued the trend of incredibly well crafted and well received indie titles in its release last year and is every bit as fun as it was then. Inspired by numerous classic games, Shovel Knight still manages to dig up its own distinct identity that makes the game worth playing again and again. While the game is essentially the same this time around, only seeing the addition of a Kratos boss fight, it just means another segment of the gaming community has the opportunity to play this fantastic love letter to the 8-bit era.
Dean James · Apr 28, 2015 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Shovel Knight is just what any veteran gamer’s inner child needs. Between the tight platforming, nostalgia-inducing graphics, and pitch-perfect sound design, old-school gamers need look no further for their fix. Younger gamers will appreciate the modern additions of checkpoints and Cross-save functionality, while hardcore gamers can simply smash those checkpoints and reap the rewards. It’s incredible to see a game that doesn’t just imitate the 8-bit era, but perfectly embodies it.
Paulmichael Contreras · Apr 25, 2015 Reviewed on PS4, VitaRead full review
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About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
You play as the eponymous Shovel Knight, a small knight with a huge quest. Shovel Knight has come to this valley with two goals: to defeat the evil Enchantress and save his lost beloved. He wields a Shovel Blade; a multipurpose weapon whose techniques have now been lost to the ages. Always honest and helpful, Shovel Knight is a shining example of the code of Shovelry: Slash Mercilessly and Dig Tirelessly!
Developer: Yacht Club Games