HarmoKnight

 3DS
User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 47 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 47
  3. Negative: 6 out of 47

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  1. Nostalgic9tails
    Jul 7, 2013
    7
    I always enjoy music games, and this one is no exception. I enjoyed the many various levels and designs, as well as the music in game. The graphics were crisp and the characters' designs were nice to look at. The only issues I have are that the difficulty spike was sudden in the game, I couldn't get the official 'All Perfect' ending, and the jumping drums were finicky. Perhaps I couldn'tI always enjoy music games, and this one is no exception. I enjoyed the many various levels and designs, as well as the music in game. The graphics were crisp and the characters' designs were nice to look at. The only issues I have are that the difficulty spike was sudden in the game, I couldn't get the official 'All Perfect' ending, and the jumping drums were finicky. Perhaps I couldn't time it right, but more often than not, whenever I reached a drum, 8 out of 10 times, I end up falling. But the game is still enjoyable, even with those flaws.… Expand
  2. Left2Rest
    Mar 31, 2013
    8
    This is one of my favorite eshop games. The music is very catchy, and the gameplay is almost completely solid. My only real complaint is that there are some spots where the beat does feel finicky. The note will come slightly early or late. These are few and far between though, so it's not enough to take away from the gameplay.
  3. raidendaigo
    Mar 30, 2013
    9
    Get into this game. A fun rhythm based game with nice catchy tunes that keep you going. HarmoKnight has bright friendly graphics and a less punishing attitude to the player then other rhythm based games. This is a game that wants to be played and wants you to have fun. The character design is crisp, clean, leaning on a more Bust-a-Groove(Enix) style of art mixed with a musical basedGet into this game. A fun rhythm based game with nice catchy tunes that keep you going. HarmoKnight has bright friendly graphics and a less punishing attitude to the player then other rhythm based games. This is a game that wants to be played and wants you to have fun. The character design is crisp, clean, leaning on a more Bust-a-Groove(Enix) style of art mixed with a musical based universe. The controls are responsive and heavy replay value do to self competition. Very content heavy, well worth the money.… Expand
  4. hapyrvwtime
    Apr 19, 2013
    9
    A very fun and addicting rhythm based running game. although there are moments where it will frustrate, its very fast paced and satisfying with fantastic presentation. Well worth the asking price.
  5. EpicMegaman64
    Apr 28, 2015
    6
    While HarmoKnight gives off a solid impression early on, it's hard not to notice how little there really is to the game. Nothing is quite compelling enough to return to. Specifically, as a rhythm platformer, neither the platforming nor the music particularly stands out. That said, the tunes are generally rather pleasant, even if they do fail to make a lasting impact, and you may manage toWhile HarmoKnight gives off a solid impression early on, it's hard not to notice how little there really is to the game. Nothing is quite compelling enough to return to. Specifically, as a rhythm platformer, neither the platforming nor the music particularly stands out. That said, the tunes are generally rather pleasant, even if they do fail to make a lasting impact, and you may manage to have some fun with HarmoKnight. The simple fact is: there's a better rhythm platformer in BIT.TRIP RUNNER for the 3DS's own BIT.TRIP SAGA.… Expand
  6. Timinator-Ozwaz
    May 4, 2013
    8
    This game is great. I downloaded the demo when it came out not expecting very much, but it was Game Freak so it couldn't be that bad. It ended up being awesome. Even with just the demo, it didn't get boring at all. I kept playing, challenging myself to get higher scores. Now I have the full version, and it only gets better. Multiple characters play a part in the gameplay, which makes itThis game is great. I downloaded the demo when it came out not expecting very much, but it was Game Freak so it couldn't be that bad. It ended up being awesome. Even with just the demo, it didn't get boring at all. I kept playing, challenging myself to get higher scores. Now I have the full version, and it only gets better. Multiple characters play a part in the gameplay, which makes it more interesting than just the main character. Though it seems like a lot for a downloadable game, the $15 dollars are worth it considering how much gameplay there is. My only problem is that the side-characters don't get enough screen time. There should be more levels that feature them, and maybe they could have have more unique abilities.… Expand
  7. Hauro
    Jul 17, 2013
    8
    To be honest I liked the game, it's nice, really nice 3D effects, great music, and also (so far at least) interesting characters. What made me not give a 10 to this game is it's learning curve.

    For me at least the Learning curve is really unfair. Tutorial levels are easy, the real levels have a good challenge, and then, BOSS battle. In the levels before the boss battle you use only    To be honest I liked the game, it's nice, really nice 3D effects, great music, and also (so far at least) interesting characters. What made me not give a 10 to this game is it's learning curve.

    For me at least the Learning curve is really unfair. Tutorial levels are easy, the real levels have a good challenge, and then, BOSS battle. In the levels before the boss battle you use only B and A buttons. No problem, you trained to use the B and A buttons in the tutorial. But in the boss battle you have to use the D-Pad. For those of you who played before this type of game this should not be a problem, but for me as a newbie in this type the game is a huge deal.

    Well if you are good in this rhythmic games, it's a great game, if you are not experienced rhythmic games like me, well Download the game and give it a try. Maybe you can do well enough to pass the first boss.

    I highly recommend everyone to download the demo first. And to give it a shot before buying the game.    … Expand
  8. pocky
    Jul 13, 2013
    9
    A great and addictive rhythm game. Great characters and gameplay, with good replayability if you want to try stages harder and faster. Beautiful looking game too.
  9. Manamaster
    Jun 7, 2016
    8
    A fun game and a very good way to introduce yourself to rhythm games.
    If you're good enough you'll unlock some greatly appreciated Easter Eggs from other Game Freak games.
  10. FeyGrimoire
    Oct 2, 2019
    2
    Control responsiveness is the most important thing when it comes to a rhythm game. When you screw up as badly as the developers of Harmoknight have when it comes to that, it doesn't matter how good the music is or how much charm the game has,
  11. TheLinkgirl
    May 12, 2023
    6
    Simple, fun, but not without frustrations. Now that the 3DS has been retired, its online systems discontinued, I felt it was time to take a look at a few of the victims of this tragic event. Harmoknight is a simple rhythm game that is honestly charming and fun, though it does have a couple of flaws. I felt the timing on some of the button presses was a little off, perhaps a result of theSimple, fun, but not without frustrations. Now that the 3DS has been retired, its online systems discontinued, I felt it was time to take a look at a few of the victims of this tragic event. Harmoknight is a simple rhythm game that is honestly charming and fun, though it does have a couple of flaws. I felt the timing on some of the button presses was a little off, perhaps a result of the game being a little too lenient. I also felt that the game had a couple of frustrating moments toward the end that put a bit of a damp mood on my playthrough. Nevertheless, I think Harmoknight was a fun game. Maybe some day it will see the light of day again.… Expand

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#27 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2013

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Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 37
  3. Negative: 1 out of 37
  1. XGN
    Jun 9, 2013
    55
    HarmoKnight is not attractive because of its repetitiveness. All with all it feels like a game on the wrong device.
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  2. Slant Magazine
    May 27, 2013
    70
    Its music isn't as catchy as it could be, but this is nonetheless a vibrant little gem of a rhythm game with plenty of replay value; it's easy on the eyes and a joy to play.
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  3. Games Master UK
    May 9, 2013
    83
    Puts many retail games to shame. [June 2013, p.79]
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