Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista/7/8/10 Processeur : 2 GHz Dual Core Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Graphics Card Supporting DirectX 9.0c DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 70 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Any
KNIGHTS
A minimalist chess puzzle experience that keeps most players engaged for hours, backed by a 92 percent approval rating across 404 post-release evaluations and a 94 percent overall positive score.
What it's about: KNIGHTS is a minimalist puzzle game based on a single chess piece, the titular knight. A simple enough to pick up and relaxing experience.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 150 | 134 | 10 | 6 |
| Value for money | 40 | 39 | 0 | 1 |
| Content / longevity | 32 | 26 | 2 | 4 |
| Graphics / art | 21 | 17 | 2 | 2 |
| Audio / music | 18 | 17 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| Performance | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Stability / bugs | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Story / writing | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 6 h on median; those who dislike it: 2 h.
🪤 48 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 09, 2026 · All-time low: €0.49 (Oct 09, 2026)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 20 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 5,2 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Core mechanics drive the praise with 134 positive mentions out of 150 total regarding gameplay.
- Exceptional value is highlighted by 39 positive mentions out of 40 concerning the price.
- Sound design resonates well, gathering 17 positive mentions out of 18 in the audio category.
- Visual presentation pleases the crowd with 17 positive mentions out of 21 for graphics.
Weaknesses
- Content longevity sees minor friction with 4 negative mentions out of 32 total.
- Occasional technical issues surface, reflected by 3 negative mentions out of 4 regarding bugs.
Who is it for?
Ideal for puzzle enthusiasts and casual strategists seeking a relaxing, chess-inspired brain teaser.
Is KNIGHTS worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 827 Steam reviews are positive (player score 90/100). Most-praised strength: Core mechanics drive the praise. Current price: 0,99€.
Verdict
KNIGHTS delivers a solid and affordable brain workout that satisfies tactical thinkers. With a robust 92 percent post-release reception, it proves to be a worthwhile pickup for quick puzzle sessions.
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