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Games like The Knightling

2025USK 12PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck playable86 % positive29.99 €

A platforming action adventure where an aspiring knight armed only with a legendary shield searches for a missing mentor across the land of Clesseia. The shield is used to deflect attacks and get past obstacles.

  • Jumping and platforming
  • Interconnected level design
  • Fantasy setting
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

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In short: Games like The Knightling

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes The Knightling special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Shantae: Half-Genie Hero

89 %Match

2016USK 6PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck verified90 % positive19.99 €

Brings what grabs you about The Knightling: jumping and platforming, interconnected level design as well as a fantasy setting.

A charming 2.5D platformer where half-genie Shantae uses her hair whip and dance transformations to move through hand-animated stages. Lots of humor, bright cartoon visuals and ability-gated exploration define the experience.

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Kameo: Elements of Power

Action-packed real-time combat

A colorful Xbox action-adventure in which the elf Kameo takes on the forms of elemental creatures, using their abilities in combat and puzzles to stop her corrupted sister and the Troll King.

Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage!

Interconnected level design

A charming 3D platformer where little dragon Spyro collects gems and talismans across Avalar, using fire breath and gliding to beat enemies and obstacles. New abilities, lively worlds and funny characters make it a PlayStation-era classic.

Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

An action platformer that lovingly revives the look and campy humor of the infamous CD-i Zelda games. As Arzette you swing your sword, use gadgets, solve small puzzles and enjoy the animated cutscenes across Faramore.

Croc 2: Kingdom of the Gobbos

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A remaster of the 1999 3D platformer in which Croc rescues Gobbos, beats guardians and searches for his parents. Varied levels with races, minecart and boat rides make for family-friendly retro fun.

Pumpkin Jack

Distinctive, stylised art style

A humorous Halloween-flavored 3D platformer where you play as the pumpkin-headed Jack serving the forces of evil. Varied levels, light combat and boss fights make for a short, charmingly spooky ride.

Croc Legend of the Gobbos

Interconnected level design

You guide Croc through a colorful 3D platformer in the spirit of the classic jump-and-run era, rescuing Gobbos and searching out hidden corners. It stays light and playful, making it a relaxed pick for casual sessions and younger players.

Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return

Interconnected level design

A quirky 2.5D platform adventure where pink-haired Tomba works through over 130 quests while chasing evil pig bosses. Its blend of platforming, errands and exploration feels playful and charming.

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