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Shovel Knight

Released June 26, 2014 on Switch, PC, PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Linux, 3DS, Mac, Wii U and PS Vita

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About Shovel Knight

Shovel Knight is a side-view platform adventure from Yacht Club Games, released on June 26, 2014. It is an indie title with action, fantasy, and comedy themes, and it uses an 8-bit retro visual style. The game is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB and PEGI 7, and it is the first entry in the Shovel Knight series.

The game supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative play. Players control the Shovel Knight as they move through side-scrolling stages, using a shovel as their main tool for attacking and getting around.

Shovel Knight has been released on a wide range of systems, including PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation 3, PS4, PlayStation Vita, Nintendo 3DS, Wii U, Xbox One, and Switch. Yacht Club Games handled both development and publishing.

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Shovel Knight FAQ

When did Shovel Knight come out?

Shovel Knight came out on June 26, 2014.

What platforms is Shovel Knight on?

Shovel Knight came out on Switch, PC, PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Linux, 3DS, Mac, Wii U and PS Vita.

Who made Shovel Knight?

Shovel Knight is developed by Yacht Club Games and published by Yacht Club Games.

Is Shovel Knight multiplayer?

Yes. Shovel Knight supports single player, multiplayer and co-operative.

What is Shovel Knight rated?

Shovel Knight is rated ESRB E (Everyone) and PEGI 7.

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