Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 527 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 423 out of 527
  2. Mixed: 51 out of 527
  3. Negative: 53 out of 527
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  1. bonnacon
    Jul 22, 2017
    3
    Honestly, I don't get why this game is so popular.
    It has its moments, but overall it's just immensely frustrating with a very strange, uneven difficulty curve and poor checkpoint placement. Towards the end it becomes truly unbearable with the forced sidescrolling/topscrolling sections, flying enemies and really sadistic level design. Not fun.
  2. Desrouleaux
    Jul 8, 2017
    9
    If you like retro platformers then this is simply a must-buy. Combining the best traits from games like Mario, Castlevania and MegaMan. There is a lot of content within the game as you are able to play as 3 different characters. I loved every minute of the campaigns, but i didn't care for the extra tasks once i beaten the game with all 3 characters. The game is reasonably priced and if youIf you like retro platformers then this is simply a must-buy. Combining the best traits from games like Mario, Castlevania and MegaMan. There is a lot of content within the game as you are able to play as 3 different characters. I loved every minute of the campaigns, but i didn't care for the extra tasks once i beaten the game with all 3 characters. The game is reasonably priced and if you like 2D-platformers you won't be disappointed. Only real problem with this game is the multiplayer aspect, i played it with my brother for a few hours, but eventually we gave up because we kept running in to each other and blocking each others way which got really frustrating in the end. It feels more like a competition than being able to help each other out. Even though we had good intentions. 9/10… Expand
  3. Crisalfa
    Jun 8, 2017
    10
    Épico, increíble, una vuelta al pasado hecha con lujo detalles, las 2 expansiones alargan el juego bastantes horas y aportan una nueva perspectiva de pasarlo dando la sensación que son 2 juegos nuevos. La banda sonora?.. ufff brutal, increíble, música en 8 bits en su máxima expresión.
    Este juego es de 10 y lo recomiendo para todas las personas que crecimos jugando video juegos en los años    Épico, increíble, una vuelta al pasado hecha con lujo detalles, las 2 expansiones alargan el juego bastantes horas y aportan una nueva perspectiva de pasarlo dando la sensación que son 2 juegos nuevos. La banda sonora?.. ufff brutal, increíble, música en 8 bits en su máxima expresión.
    Este juego es de 10 y lo recomiendo para todas las personas que crecimos jugando video juegos en los años 80s y 90s    … Expand
  4. bezio22
    Jun 7, 2017
    9
    Amazing game, looks really nice, music is insane. Platforming might be a bit tricky for some, but never gets boring since every level adds something new. Bosses can be a bit repetative, and after getting used to the controls, they are gonna be very easy.
  5. NickCrit
    Jun 6, 2017
    4
    This isnt my type of game. It has NES type gameplay that move from left to right, I like this over turn based game but this isn't good either. Since I wasn't all that interested in the game i'm only about 10 minutes in and can't say much more.
  6. tattoo_ewe
    Jun 4, 2017
    8
    A lot of games are out to emulate the retro-platformer format, but none do it quite like Shovel Knight - a game that take the best elements of mario, megaman and the like, and integrates them into one immensely playable game. Recent DLC is enough to keep players busy for years. Top-notch game design, plenty of fun and a whole lotta value for money.
  7. mrswitch2687
    May 19, 2017
    7
    Shovel Knight on the switch is the first time I have played the series and this pack includes all the DLC as well. The game play is excellent for an indie game and a real throwback to the 'olden days.' Also, it is hard- I find myself dying a lot playing shovel knight. So, in summary, Graphics: good, Sound: Good, Game play: Good, Story: Good. I have a few gripes with certain things- such asShovel Knight on the switch is the first time I have played the series and this pack includes all the DLC as well. The game play is excellent for an indie game and a real throwback to the 'olden days.' Also, it is hard- I find myself dying a lot playing shovel knight. So, in summary, Graphics: good, Sound: Good, Game play: Good, Story: Good. I have a few gripes with certain things- such as the game play surrounding boss combat tending to take priority on the damage they cause you if you attack at the same time but otherwise the game is enjoyable enough at a reasonable price… Expand
  8. jbakes25
    May 2, 2017
    9
    Shovel Knight doesn't just honor old school platformers, it embraces them. It takes all the best characteristics of old school gaming and some elements from some legendary titles and shows it off in spectacular fashion. The music and difficulty curve are my favorite parts about this game.
    Yacht Club games deserves a lot of credit for finding ways to keep this game going after all there    Shovel Knight doesn't just honor old school platformers, it embraces them. It takes all the best characteristics of old school gaming and some elements from some legendary titles and shows it off in spectacular fashion. The music and difficulty curve are my favorite parts about this game.
    Yacht Club games deserves a lot of credit for finding ways to keep this game going after all there few years, when an indie usually fades away a bit. The Plague Knight and Specter Knight campaigns are adventures that deserve to be their own games apart from Shovel Knight. They are so much fun and the new mechanics in each one add a variety I cannot get enough of.    … Expand
  9. BossRabbit
    Apr 24, 2017
    10
    Shovel Knight is a game I buy on every platform I own and will continue to until the end of time. It is a fantastic representation of the NES greats, and each update just adds a new blast of fantastic content worth every single moment of your time. Nothing is more satisfying than pogo-bouncing your way across an intense gauntlet of enemies and pits, and the only bad part about this game isShovel Knight is a game I buy on every platform I own and will continue to until the end of time. It is a fantastic representation of the NES greats, and each update just adds a new blast of fantastic content worth every single moment of your time. Nothing is more satisfying than pogo-bouncing your way across an intense gauntlet of enemies and pits, and the only bad part about this game is that eventually you beat it and have nothing left to play.… Expand
  10. DelWolf
    Apr 20, 2017
    9
    Overall an extremely enjoyable experience. I would consider the Switch port superior to the others, as it is the one that functions as both a home console and a handheld, with no drawback in performance or graphics. A few minor complaints keep it from the perfect 10/10, like the unforgiving death mechanic, and I find most levels impossible to complete in multiplayer mode, but apart fromOverall an extremely enjoyable experience. I would consider the Switch port superior to the others, as it is the one that functions as both a home console and a handheld, with no drawback in performance or graphics. A few minor complaints keep it from the perfect 10/10, like the unforgiving death mechanic, and I find most levels impossible to complete in multiplayer mode, but apart from that, a nostalgia trip for anyone who grew up playing Mario World, Sonic, and I would definitely recommend a purchase!… Expand
  11. chepecarlos
    Apr 16, 2017
    10
    What more do you want a game that is the son of megaman, mario 3 and many more, with coperative game, all DLC with game mode very different than the normal and the best you can take with you to wherever you want.
  12. Draco781
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    This is to offset that one ignorant person who gave this a 0 because "He played this stuff in the 80's". It's called nostalgia, get a clue, man. This game is great, just like the original shovel knight. Specter of Torment especially is great. the movement feels very fluid.
  13. Wonderchef14
    Mar 9, 2017
    9
    Shovel Knight brings the best of NES-era platformers to present-day. Shovel Knight is the love child of Megaman, Ducktales and Castlevania, with a tiny bit of Dark Souls sprinkled over the top. Yacht Club Games put tons of care and polish into each unique level and character. The only negative I took away from this game was that after playing through each of the characters, I wanted toShovel Knight brings the best of NES-era platformers to present-day. Shovel Knight is the love child of Megaman, Ducktales and Castlevania, with a tiny bit of Dark Souls sprinkled over the top. Yacht Club Games put tons of care and polish into each unique level and character. The only negative I took away from this game was that after playing through each of the characters, I wanted to play even more. With 3 characters, however, and one more coming soon, Shovel Knight Treasure Trove is well worth its asking price.… Expand
  14. ByYuxiSs
    Mar 9, 2017
    8
    The same game of Ps4 and One but on my point of view a little better since they have fixed the story and the gameplay is still as fresh but with some better and the other content that have added to the game that if it is not much me It looks like I was pretty good at this indie game.

    Great game 8/10
  15. blackphoenix60
    Mar 7, 2017
    9
    This is a fantastic game. The inclusion of all DLC makes this more than worth every penny.

    If you like retro platformers such as Mario 3, Megaman, etc, you NEED to play this game.
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91

Universal acclaim - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 17
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  1. App Trigger
    Apr 21, 2017
    90
    Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is practically a must-own for anyone who has just picked up a Nintendo Switch. The expected excellent platforming fun, enjoyable storytelling, and impressive art and sound of all three campaigns not only comes all packed together in one title, but also includes better accessibility than ever before on a platform the title feels made for.
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  2. Vooks
    Apr 6, 2017
    100
    Treasure Trove is packed to the brim with content and the different ways you can play through these games is wonderfully broad. Whether its co-op or solo, handheld or docked – it’s up to you. I don’t care. Just go play Shovel Knight.
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  3. FNintendo
    Mar 22, 2017
    90
    Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is a compilation of the previous Shovel Knight adventures that gets everything right. Its long lifespan, very detailed and quality level design, as well as its challenges and plot make the Shovel Knight series one of the best contemporary platformers designed in the 8-bit retro style. With Treasure Trove, fans of old school sidescrollers will find everything they could want.
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