- Publisher: 505 Games , Keen Games
- Release Date: Nov 23, 2017
- Also On: iPhone/iPad, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
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Aug 13, 2018Unlike most Minecraft clones, Portal Knights delivers an experience wholly its own and for the most part it succeeds. Playing through the main story is a highly enjoyable experience and for those who are looking for a new sandbox to build in. The home worlds allow the freedom to craft to your heart's content. It's even better with friends, too. The inclusion of co-op was a very wise choice and gives yet another element to elevate it above its competitors.
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Dec 15, 2017Portal Knights on Nintendo Switch is a great little game — it offers a lot more to the experience than Minecraft does, but does not throw you in the deep end like Dragon Quest Builders does, which is coming to Switch in 2018 as well. Players will likely find more appeal when they play with friends, because on your own, the adventure does not seem so grand. That said, given the number of options that you can employ to customise your experience to your choosing, there is plenty to keep solo adventurers coming back.
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Dec 3, 2017Portal Knights uses Nintendo Switch to cover some of its failures and become a better game than the original one. A videogame that, without being perfect, it entertains the player for plenty of hours.
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Dec 1, 2017Portal Knights may not be a stand-out title, but it fills a desired niche of those looking for something Minecraft can’t quite deliver and fills it well. It dips just far enough into the wells of both creativity and RPG adventure to satisfy its intended audience, and the multiplayer portability the Switch offers gives this particular platform release an edge.
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Nov 29, 2017Quotation forthcoming.
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Nov 27, 2017If you are a fan of Minecraft and are looking for something fresh with an RPG feel, Portal Knights will definitely be a game that you should pick up. It combines the traditional gathering and creating formula with multiple, randomly-generated islands to explore packed with dungeons, monsters, and towns. While those who are looking for a creative mode won’t find that here, those who are looking for a more combat-focused building game will enjoy what Portal Knights has to offer.
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Dec 18, 2017If you're looking to entertain a kid who's into Minecraft, get onto Portal Knights, because it offers a lot of the same. It's better for youngsters who have a lot of time on their hands, of course - adults will have a tough time getting a satisfactory experience when playing in short bursts. At £24.99 on the eShop, it's overpriced - hopefully the pricing isn't too silly by the time the physical release arrives.
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Dec 7, 2017While the attempt to encourage exploration is appreciated, the skin of Portal Knights isn't distinct enough to keep me interested.
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Dec 5, 2017Portal Knights is a Minecraft-alike with a lot of personality and a lot of promise, but in its current state, I just couldn’t enjoy it. It feels bloated in places, empty in others, and just can’t compare to other games in the block-placing, creation “genre”. Fun for a while, but outstays its welcome too quickly.
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Dec 4, 2017It might not be the best example of the genre, but if you’re going to play it then the portable option makes the Switch the best place to play.
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 32 out of 52
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Mixed: 11 out of 52
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Negative: 9 out of 52
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Nov 27, 2017
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Jun 14, 202010/10. This game is awesome! Exactly what I wanted from a coop rpg (which there need to be more of). Great crafting and adventuring :)
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Sep 8, 2022