Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove (2014)

Developer: Yacht Club Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 16,844 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 19 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A fast-paced, retro-style action game with tight controls, witty charm, and a satisfying difficulty curve.

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What players say

Players praise the tight platforming, catchy music, and clever writing across four full campaigns, but some find the DLC levels reuse too much of the original content. Opinions split on difficulty, some call it gratifying, others find the instant death and long death screens frustrating.

Screenshots

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