Action-adventure fantasy games are a fun genre, and it’s about to grow a little bit. The Knightling is joining the ranks, and in the reveal trailer we saw a little squire who is suddenly thrust into a more prominent role. The vast scenery and gameplay elements look promising, and we’re excited to see more soon. It’ll launch in 2025, check out the trailer above and details below.
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Aug. 14, 2024 — Saber Interactive today announced The Knightling, a new fantasy action-adventure game featuring a mix of exploration, questing, combat and platforming in a semi-open world. Developed by Twirlbound, the talented indie studio behind the award-winning Pine, The Knightling is a captivating tale of bravery and magic coming to PC via Steam, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch in 2025. Embark on an epic journey wielding a massive, magical shield in this lighthearted adventure for heroes of all sizes!
When Sir Lionstone, the legendary protector of the great city of Clesseia, mysteriously disappears, it’s up to his plucky Knightling to take up his magic shield, become the hero the people need, and find Sir Lionstone before it’s too late. Explore the enchanting lands of Clesseia, battle monsters and bandits, unearth the realm’s long-lost secrets, and unlock the extraordinary powers of Sir Lionstone’s mighty shield. Who says you need a sword to save the day?!
Key Features
- All Heroes Start Small: Play as the Knightling, a brave knight-in-training who must embark on a daring quest to rescue their mentor, the great Sir Lionstone. Battle powerful foes, upgrade and master your abilities, and protect the people of the realm. Gather your courage and prove that even the smallest among us can be a hero!
- The Best Offense Is a Good Defense: Armed with only Sir Lionstone’s magical shield, you must harness its power in action-packed combat to take on the realm’s greatest challenges. Use the shield’s might to block, bash, parry, and create openings in your enemies’s defenses, then finish the job with huge attacks and combos.
- Slide Into Adventure: Set off for adventure across Clesseia’s many varied regions, using the power of the shield to slide across the land. Explore the world, mastering platforming and puzzle challenges to earn rewards for upgrades, and use the shield’s unique movement abilities to traverse the realm with ease.
The Knightling is available to wishlist now on Steam, the PlayStation™ Store, and the Microsoft Store. For more information, visit www.theknightling.com, and follow along with the latest news and updates on Twitter/X, Facebook and Discord.
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