The Sand Knight is a 2d pixel art mech shooter with a lot of care put into it. Controlling the mech is really satisfying. Basically the player has 2 weapon slots that are controlled by the left and right mouse buttons. It was really fun to take out ranged enemies with a machine gun on one arm and dealing with closer enemies with an energy sword on the right arm. Before playing I didn't expect to find a full on upgrade system in the game. After progressing a little into the story and purchasing a few upgrades the combat really picks up. The difficulty curve is spot on. Combat can often feel frantic but always fair. I recommend this game if you are into old school pixel art style games with fast and satisfying combat.
The Sand Knight
$14.99
- Release Date:
- Jan 10, 2024
- Developer:
- Iso Sprites, BW Game Developers, LAN Line Games
- Publisher:
- LAN Line Games
- Platforms:
- Windows
Game Tags
About This Game
Rampage through your enemies in this twin-stick kiter fighter.
Kill your foes and power up your mech in this combat-heavy game of destruction and mayhem. Maneuver around the battlefield, avoiding enemy fire while dishing it out in kind. This game is all about tanky bullet-hell combat while exploring a power fantasy through various upgrade paths.
The Battle for Sansil Prime
As you battle through the game, you will defeat enemy soldiers, mechanical armors, and mechs in a progressive twin-stick bullet hell. Experience combat as a tanky mech, choosing from a variety of weapons including the Machine Gun, Flamethrower, Rocketlauncher, and a Sword! Throughout each level you will encounter story elements and boss battles as you collect resources to increase your mech's capabilities. Between each level you apply your upgrades and continue on in a highly replayable experience. Should your mech fall in combat, you have one final chance to redeem yourself on the battlefield as an evasive pilot in a classic 1-hit death bullet hell experience.
This game provides the player with opportunities to engage in tactical combat maneuvers against various AIs, strategic upgrade choices, and multiple forms mid-combat resource management. Optional challenges ramp up the difficulty of gameplay while rewarding you with the resources to empower your mech. Can you master the gameplay to defeat the Militia's armies?
This game features two modes:
Legend of the Sand Knight: A story-driven linear experience meant to ease the player into the game's mechanics and allow for an exciting hand-crafted adventure.
The Sand Knight Chronicles: Continue to battle in the war-torn world of Sansil Prime in a procedurally generated rogue-like where you can put your mettle to the test in an ever-increasing challenge mode.
Story Summary:
On the colony world of Sansil Prime, two militaristic groups vie for control of the planet after the homeworld comms went dark. The world is on a collision course with catastrophe, with a large population of colonists stuck in the middle of the conflict. Presented with an impossible choice, Sammi and her colleague, known only as "The Mercenary," set off on a mission to stop these tyrannical factions and free their countrymen from the oppression of evil men.
Kill your foes and power up your mech in this combat-heavy game of destruction and mayhem. Maneuver around the battlefield, avoiding enemy fire while dishing it out in kind. This game is all about tanky bullet-hell combat while exploring a power fantasy through various upgrade paths.
The Battle for Sansil Prime
As you battle through the game, you will defeat enemy soldiers, mechanical armors, and mechs in a progressive twin-stick bullet hell. Experience combat as a tanky mech, choosing from a variety of weapons including the Machine Gun, Flamethrower, Rocketlauncher, and a Sword! Throughout each level you will encounter story elements and boss battles as you collect resources to increase your mech's capabilities. Between each level you apply your upgrades and continue on in a highly replayable experience. Should your mech fall in combat, you have one final chance to redeem yourself on the battlefield as an evasive pilot in a classic 1-hit death bullet hell experience.
This game provides the player with opportunities to engage in tactical combat maneuvers against various AIs, strategic upgrade choices, and multiple forms mid-combat resource management. Optional challenges ramp up the difficulty of gameplay while rewarding you with the resources to empower your mech. Can you master the gameplay to defeat the Militia's armies?
This game features two modes:
Legend of the Sand Knight: A story-driven linear experience meant to ease the player into the game's mechanics and allow for an exciting hand-crafted adventure.
The Sand Knight Chronicles: Continue to battle in the war-torn world of Sansil Prime in a procedurally generated rogue-like where you can put your mettle to the test in an ever-increasing challenge mode.
Story Summary:
On the colony world of Sansil Prime, two militaristic groups vie for control of the planet after the homeworld comms went dark. The world is on a collision course with catastrophe, with a large population of colonists stuck in the middle of the conflict. Presented with an impossible choice, Sammi and her colleague, known only as "The Mercenary," set off on a mission to stop these tyrannical factions and free their countrymen from the oppression of evil men.
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User Reviews
Overwhelmingly Positive
1 user reviews
100%
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System Requirements
Minimum
Minimum:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: i3 or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Integrated Graphics
- Storage: 100 MB available space
Recommended
Recommended:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: i5 or better
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: 2GB Graphics card
- Storage: 100 MB available space
FAQ
How much does The Sand Knight cost?
The Sand Knight costs $14.99.
What are the system requirements for The Sand Knight?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: i3 or equivalent Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Integrated Graphics Storage: 100 MB available space Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: i5 or better Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: 2GB Graphics card Storage: 100 MB available space
What platforms is The Sand Knight available on?
The Sand Knight is available on Windows PC.
Is The Sand Knight worth buying?
The Sand Knight has 100% positive reviews from 1 players.
When was The Sand Knight released?
The Sand Knight was released on Jan 10, 2024.
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