5/5

Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is a gift so good I feel I owe a debt to Yacht Club Games. Contained within it is 3 games, which will soon be 4 that possess a quality of production and level of enjoyment comparable to classics such as Megaman, Ducktales, Mario 3, or Castlevania.

The game is influenced by each of the above classics and more, but in emulating these games it has created some entirely new combination that possesses a unique warmth and wonder.

If you are a fan of Arthurian Knights, Dancing Fishes, or classic platformers you should consider playing and owning Shovel Knight.