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Knights and Bikes

Nov 05, 2020 6 years ago
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Type Base game 2019 Genres AdventureIndiePuzzle Companies Foam Sword · Developer · Double Fine Productions · Publisher Follow Log in to follow

Knights and Bikes is a co-op action adventure game set in a beautifully hand drawn 3D world. You play as our two heroines, Nessa and Demelza. Nessa is an orphan from the mainland, who has run away to the island searching for her past and her identity. Demelza is a video game-obsessed islander searching for the truth using clues from her favorite game.

What it’s like

Knights and Bikes captures the nostalgic thrill of 1980s summer vacations through a lens of childlike wonder and genuine friendship. Set on the fictional British island of Penfurzy, the experience follows two young girls navigating a world that feels both magical and grounded in their specific age group's perspective. The core appeal lies in its hand-painted aesthetic and atmospheric storytelling, which evokes the spirit of classic adventure films without relying on complex mechanics. The narrative is driven by character dynamics rather than plot twists, focusing on the bond between Nessa and Demelza as they uncover local legends. Structurally, it blends light action-adventure elements with cooperative puzzle-solving that requires communication and inventory sharing. The tone remains consistently whimsical and heartfelt, prioritizing emotional resonance and exploration over mechanical depth or high-stakes tension.

Strong in Atmosphere / MoodCharactersCo-op / MultiplayerSocial / RelationshipsVisuals / ArtAudio / MusicExploration / WorldPacingPolish / PerformanceStory / NarrativeWriting / Dialogue

Keep in mind The combat is intentionally simplistic and may feel repetitive for players seeking strategic challenge or visceral action. The game is best suited for younger audiences or those specifically looking for a relaxed, narrative-driven co-op experience rather than hardcore gamers.

AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from metacritic.com, pcgamer.com, eurogamer.net, opencritic.com, nodegamers.com, en.wikipedia.org.

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Releases

PlatformRegionTypeDate
Linux Worldwide Full release Aug 27, 20197 years ago
Mac Worldwide Full release Aug 27, 20197 years ago
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release Aug 27, 20197 years ago
PlayStation 4 Worldwide Full release Aug 27, 20197 years ago
Nintendo Switch Worldwide Full release Feb 06, 20207 years ago
Xbox One Worldwide Full release Nov 05, 20206 years ago

Reviews

78Critics · 8 71Players · 12

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