It looks fantastic. The main bummer for me, is that I don't have a Wii U or 3DS, & would get it on Steam, but I'd much rather wait till it is the PS3/4 or Vita.
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Post by: Dicer on June 26, 2014, 10:01:45 AM
Got the Wii U version, it's a retro game done right....now someone needs to bang out a PCE port :P
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Post by: jtucci31 on June 26, 2014, 11:26:12 AM
I haven't been playing my 3DS a whole bunch lately (sadly). Will definitely give this a try soon!
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Post by: InfraMan on June 26, 2014, 12:32:37 PM
Wow, this looks great! I really wish the Wii U/3DS had cross-buy games like the PS3/Vita... not sure which version to get, darn it. :-k
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Post by: KingDrool on June 26, 2014, 01:17:22 PM
Got it on WiiU. It's brilliant!
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Post by: nodtveidt on June 26, 2014, 01:36:37 PM
I must be the only person here who thinks it doesn't look all that good... but I think that of all "retro for retro's sake" games. Can't stand the sound either.
Title: Re: Shovel Knight, a sweet new retro game
Post by: Dicer on June 26, 2014, 01:41:09 PM
I must be the only person here who thinks it doesn't look all that good... but I think that of all "retro for retro's sake" games. Can't stand the sound either.
Could do with more background scrolling, but then it would stray from it's "retro" roots I guess wish 16-bit was the go-to for retro instead of 8-bit feels a bit limiting.
As for the sound, I think it's amazing, limited but full range on that limit....
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Post by: nodtveidt on June 26, 2014, 01:46:41 PM
Oh yeah, if it looked and sounded 16 bit, it'd still be retro. Why do so many assume that NES-era graphics and sound are the upper limit for "retro"?
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Post by: KingDrool on June 27, 2014, 03:22:00 AM
Playing this last night, I was actually thinking it looked more like a Turbo or Genesis game. Sure, it's styled like an NES game, but the color palate reminds me of Dragon's Curse, or other Wonderboy games.
But the game is crazy fun. I've played for about an hour and love it.
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Post by: Necromancer on June 27, 2014, 03:51:43 AM
Looks cute and fun to me. Port it to PC-FX and I'll buy it. :mrgreen:
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Post by: Arkhan on June 27, 2014, 09:38:32 AM
I only played it a little. The movement is kind of slow compared to the stuff I've been playing (lol, Ninja Spirit), but it's pretty solid.
I'm glad it was finished. It's about time all these Kickstarter games finally come out.
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Post by: Nando on June 27, 2014, 10:38:16 AM
Is there going to be a version of the game in other consoles?
I can see why they would go for that color palette, makes it easier and quicker to turn around and calls the NES nostalgia button.
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Post by: Tatsujin on June 27, 2014, 06:06:41 PM
maybe on le 3DS. is there a JPN DL?
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Post by: TR0N on June 27, 2014, 08:12:30 PM
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Post by: Arkhan on July 01, 2014, 09:42:06 AM
Man, that ProJared dude would do so much better at videos if he'd stop trying to push that whole "pro" / "expert" thing, lol.
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Post by: munchiaz on July 01, 2014, 10:12:01 AM
I beat the game last night. I really enjoyed it. def plays like a mega man style game. I liked the fact that there are some minor rpg elements, but doesn't overwhelm you. To many of these new "retro" style games, are retro only in looks, but offer so many options it can be a bit overwhelming to someone who comes in thinking it will be a pick up and play type of game.
For example, Mercenary kings, on PSN. retro style game, plays like metal slub and metriodvania, But then it gives you tons and tons of customization options, and skill trees and such. I cant just pick it up and play it. I gotta spend 30 minutes doing all this option shit first. I don't want that in my retro games. Shovel knight has some minor RPG elements, but they are very small, and dont get in the way of the gameplay
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Post by: jtucci31 on July 01, 2014, 10:54:27 AM
I beat the game last night. I really enjoyed it. def plays like a mega man style game. I liked the fact that there are some minor rpg elements, but doesn't overwhelm you. To many of these new "retro" style games, are retro only in looks, but offer so many options it can be a bit overwhelming to someone who comes in thinking it will be a pick up and play type of game.
I was skeptical of those "RPG" elements at first with the town stuff. I didn't like it too much at first but it's alright. I definitely don't hate it. It's pretty simple and i like that.
I was playing some more of the game today and i have fun with it. I'm not very good so i die a lot. But i still have my fun
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Post by: esteban on July 01, 2014, 01:39:46 PM
Man, that ProJared dude would do so much better at videos if he'd stop trying to push that whole "pro" / "expert" thing, lol.
I will watch this dumbass just to see what you are talking about. Srsly.
He's one of those tryhards that's like putting on this goony condescending/snarky tone and trying to be an expert with his mouth diarrhea, but usually falls short on the information.
Though, I do give him a high five for doing a Super Hydlide video that was good.
Everything else is like ohgod, please shut up.
If he didn't insist on posing in those goony Walmart polo shirts with that forced serious look on his face, it might be better.
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Post by: TR0N on July 01, 2014, 09:13:10 PM
Hmm yesss, should threaten the developers to port this to PCE or mega ball kicks will ensue.
Title: Re: Shovel Knight, a sweet new retro game
Post by: majors on July 09, 2014, 06:55:04 AM
Buddy of mine bought me a 3DS XL just to play Shovel Knight. I've got a few hours in, it's fun. Now I need Tetris for my flight to California Extreme in case I get tired of SK (the only game I have right now)
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Post by: HailingTheThings on July 09, 2014, 05:32:12 PM
Buddy of mine bought me a 3DS XL just to play Shovel Knight. I've got a few hours in, it's fun. Now I need Tetris for my flight to California Extreme in case I get tired of SK (the only game I have right now)
Definitely need more than one game, may I recommend:
(http://i.imgur.com/3OwkEbK.jpg)(?)
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Post by: jtucci31 on July 10, 2014, 07:38:32 AM
Lol do you just like recommending bad games for the 3DS? It is that game actually good?
Title: Re: Shovel Knight, a sweet new retro game
Post by: HailingTheThings on July 10, 2014, 10:21:03 AM
I was at a used shop last night looking for Tetris Axis and saw the Green Lantern game...then I saw the price, which confirmed Hailing was trolling me. Ended up buying Tetris on the eshop...just needed a puzzle game for my flight today when I burn out on Shovel Knight at some point.
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Post by: HailingTheThings on July 11, 2014, 06:49:46 PM
I was at a used shop last night looking for Tetris Axis and saw the Green Lantern game...then I saw the price, which confirmed Hailing was trolling me. Ended up buying Tetris on the eshop...just needed a puzzle game for my flight today when I burn out on Shovel Knight at some point.
Trolling you, come now, would I do something like that to such an adorable face?
*hasneverseenyourface*
Title: Re: Shovel Knight, a sweet new retro game
Post by: TR0N on July 26, 2014, 11:34:03 PM
I just completed the game recently on normal and i have unlocked new game+.Such a wonderful game to with elements ranging from castlevania to mega man.Man i wished it would get a physical release instead of being digital only.
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Post by: johnnymad on July 27, 2014, 08:35:47 AM
I'm going to pick it up eventually but would also rather having a physical copy. Game looks amazing though.
Title: Re: Shovel Knight, a sweet new retro game
Post by: TR0N on September 21, 2015, 09:37:52 PM
Bump ! If any one didn't know the plague knight dlc is out now and it's free :mrgreen:
Title: Re: Shovel Knight, a sweet new retro game
Post by: ParanoiaDragon on September 22, 2015, 12:39:19 PM
Yup, got it last nite!
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Post by: TR0N on September 22, 2015, 09:06:46 PM
Watching this got me interested until I noticed that it's like Nintendo only or something? http://youtu.be/-qJpRzesIV0
Shovel Knight is on Wii U,3DS and Steam. Shovel Knight Review by ProJared - 10/10 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTHvN9v55qA#)
Ah, so Zelda II was the other borrowed aspect... Yeah, it's been so long since I played that, but watching his video where he pointed that out about the hard double jump on an enemy reminded me! I really do gotta show my support for this thing soon via Steam! Does sound/look fantastic.
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Post by: crazydean on February 25, 2016, 03:51:29 PM
Necro-bump.
Just bought this game today on the Wii U for $20. Like many here, I don't care for digital copies. So, I got the physical disc new. I think the last game I bought brand new was Soul Calibur III for PS2. Anyway, I'm loving the game. It just feels so well-made.
Also, what happened to GreatBlueSwirl? I miss him. Well, maybe not him, but his comments were always good for a laugh.
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Post by: ClodBuster on February 25, 2016, 04:54:19 PM
I think he's got his mouth full of doing great blue Swirly-go-rounds TM.
Bad joke, bad. At least it keeps the women happy.
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Post by: ParanoiaDragon on February 25, 2016, 06:20:05 PM
Since there wasn't a physical version of this for Vita, I picked up the PS4 version....even though I don't have a PS4. :P
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Post by: TR0N on February 25, 2016, 07:00:51 PM
Just bought this game today on the Wii U for $20. Like many here, I don't care for digital copies. So, I got the physical disc new. I think the last game I bought brand new was Soul Calibur III for PS2. Anyway, I'm loving the game. It just feels so well-made.
Also, what happened to GreatBlueSwirl? I miss him. Well, maybe not him, but his comments were always good for a laugh.
Played it's co-op mode ? I've heard the shovel knight amiibo will unlock it.
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Post by: xelement5x on February 26, 2016, 03:18:00 AM
I got this for Wii U as well and picked up an Amiibro. It's definitely fun, I just wish I had more time to soak into it.
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Post by: Necromancer on February 26, 2016, 03:35:24 AM
Since they don't think it's worth the effort, I'd love to see Limited Run Games pick up Shovel Knight for a Vita run.
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Post by: technozombie on February 26, 2016, 08:34:03 AM
I bought this last year on a humble bundle. It's definitely top shelf gaming.
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Post by: crazydean on February 26, 2016, 09:06:23 AM
Played it's co-op mode ? I've heard the shovel knight amiibo will unlock it.
I haven't bought any amiibo's yet, but I am considering buying this one for the extra content. I also read that the box for it is shaped in such a way as to allow scanning through the package.
Everyone says how it feels like an NES games. That seems unfair as there are so many terrible and unfair NES games in its library. I'd say it's more like an old Capcom game. Controls are tight and difficulty is average. There's even a boss at the end of each level.
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Post by: HailingTheThings on February 26, 2016, 09:12:15 AM
Since they don't think it's worth the effort, I'd love to see Limited Run Games pick up Shovel Knight for a Vita run.
From the LRG forums:
LimitedRunJosh: "Hoping some more announcements come down the line soon. We have three games in QA with Sony right now and over 25 releases slated."
Hopefully that's one of them.
<3
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Post by: ParanoiaDragon on February 26, 2016, 02:02:24 PM
That would be awesome, I picked up Saturday Morning RPG(Vita) from them, though was only able to nab the regular edition. I was thinking of getting one with the soundtrack since it was done by Vince DiCola ala Transformers the Movie!
Sounds like they are doing Cosmic Star Heroine, I've been waiting for that one. Influenced by Phantasy Star, Chrono Trigger, & Suikoden(my personal fav).
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Post by: HailingTheThings on February 26, 2016, 08:07:18 PM
That would be awesome, I picked up Saturday Morning RPG(Vita) from them, though was only able to nab the regular edition. I was thinking of getting one with the soundtrack since it was done by Vince DiCola ala Transformers the Movie!
Sounds like they are doing Cosmic Star Heroine, I've been waiting for that one. Influenced by Phantasy Star, Chrono Trigger, & Suikoden(my personal fav).
Me too. Sad thing is that, apparently, the soundtrack CD was sold on the bandcamp page as well for a little bit, but by the time I realized it, was gone. </3
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Post by: xelement5x on February 29, 2016, 05:04:26 AM
That would be awesome, I picked up Saturday Morning RPG(Vita) from them, though was only able to nab the regular edition. I was thinking of getting one with the soundtrack since it was done by Vince DiCola ala Transformers the Movie!
Sounds like they are doing Cosmic Star Heroine, I've been waiting for that one. Influenced by Phantasy Star, Chrono Trigger, & Suikoden(my personal fav).
Me too. Sad thing is that, apparently, the soundtrack CD was sold on the bandcamp page as well for a little bit, but by the time I realized it, was gone. </3
It wasn't really a special limited package, the soundtrack was just another item that went in your package, it's sealed but still separate from the actual game.
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Post by: HailingTheThings on February 29, 2016, 09:16:37 AM
That would be awesome, I picked up Saturday Morning RPG(Vita) from them, though was only able to nab the regular edition. I was thinking of getting one with the soundtrack since it was done by Vince DiCola ala Transformers the Movie!
Sounds like they are doing Cosmic Star Heroine, I've been waiting for that one. Influenced by Phantasy Star, Chrono Trigger, & Suikoden(my personal fav).
Me too. Sad thing is that, apparently, the soundtrack CD was sold on the bandcamp page as well for a little bit, but by the time I realized it, was gone. </3
It wasn't really a special limited package, the soundtrack was just another item that went in your package, it's sealed but still separate from the actual game.
I know, was just stating that I wish I would've opted for the bundle. Oops.
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Post by: RyuHayabusa on March 09, 2016, 10:12:20 AM
I finished the main game last week and must say that I loved the game. I was pleasantly surprised by how fun it was. It was like playing an old school 8-bit game from Japan. I hope a sequel or something similar is in the works.
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Post by: Groover on March 10, 2016, 02:00:31 PM
I have this on PS4 and Vita. Although it is great on both. I love it on my Vita. I think they are working on another one. However I would be interested in seeing whatever they do next.