Underplayed Gems

Shady Knight (2024)

Shady Knight cover
Developer
Alexey 'cptnsigh'
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.7 of 5, 933 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 15 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A pure, punishing acrobatic ballet where mastering momentum and precise melee combos feels fluid and intensely rewarding.

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What players say

Players describe Shady Knight as a fast-paced first-person melee game with buttery smooth movement and deep combos. The campaign is short, around 2 to 3 hours, with achievement hunting extending playtime. Some players find that new shield-type enemies hurt the pacing, while others praise the boss fight.

Screenshots

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