A chess game without any chess. Rearrange your troops to bring your best Knights back to your Kingdom in an abstract medieval world.
The game challenges players to rearrange their troops, primarily using knights, to bring them back to the kingdom in an abstract medieval-themed world. The core gameplay revolves around the unique L-shaped movement of the chess knight, which players must meticulously utilize to navigate through the levels and reach the designated goal squares.
As players progress through the 80 hand-crafted levels, the game gradually introduces new mechanics and gimmicks, such as buttons that transform the map, conjoined knights that move synchronously, and other interactive elements. These new mechanics are organically presented, allowing players to learn and adapt to the increased complexity without feeling overwhelmed.
Many of the more challenging puzzles offer multiple solutions, encouraging players to experiment and explore different strategies to complete the level. This feature adds to the game's replayability and gives a sense of satisfaction when discovering alternative approaches to a puzzle.
The game's visually-appealing, abstract medieval-inspired environments, combined with the soothing, original soundtrack, contribute to a calming and atmospheric experience. This complements the puzzle-solving gameplay, providing a stress-free environment for players to immerse themselves in the strategic challenges.
The vast majority of user reviews (96% positive) praise the game's unique concept, beautiful visuals, and challenging yet accessible puzzle design. Players appreciate the game's ability to provide a chess-like experience without the need for prior knowledge, making it accessible to a wider audience. Many reviewers highlight the game's replayability and the satisfaction of discovering multiple solutions to the puzzles.