2025 is already off to a great start for indie Soulslikes, with FlyKnight taking the world by swarm.
What Is FlyKnight?
But aside from the bug-based Soulslike formula, what makes FlyKnight so special?
For me, its the combat.
FlyKnights combat is stamina-based.
Swinging your sword costs stamina, blocking costs stamina, you know the drill.
This makes every fight methodical and careful, and reminds me a lot of Kings Field.
But it was when I looted a longsword that the game reached another level.
Opposing FlySquires will be armed with a variety of weapons.
Moving left while swinging revealed that I could attack my foes right side.
Two more arms fell.
A final stab and my assailant fell to the ground, reunited with their limbs once more.
This adds another layer to the combat.
Co-Op Souls
Ive never reallygotmultiplayer in FromSoftware titles.
Most of my experience here is from Elden Ring, granted, but invasions always felt cheap.
Calling on allies to help you against a boss, however, felt different.
But with another pair of hands allowing for a two-pronged attack, it felt fun.
If only I could play the whole game with a friend.
This is where FlyKnight takes the Souls formula to the next level.
Its immense fun, and by far the best way to play.
FlyKnight has the perfect storm of great, innovative Soulslike combat and co-operative gameplay.
Its not hard to see why its such a hit.
Whether youre nostalgic for Kings Field or excited for Nightreign, FlyKnight is worth your time.
Full of wonderful characters and tender moments, Wanderstop is a joy to play.
