Knock on the Coffin Lid

Critic reviews

• GameCritics

  Stephen Cook · Sep 16, 2024

  8.0

  Knock on the Coffin Lid offers a tried-and-true deckbuilding combat system mixed with a lovingly-crafted world and a treasure chest of possibilities. As such, I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone interested in the genre and systems — just be aware that it’s a long haul and fatigue might set in before hitting the major milestones.

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• Softpedia

  Cosmin Vasile · Sep 03, 2024

  10

  Knock on the Coffin Lid is a good representative of its genre. The core deckbuilding and combat mechanics are good but not revolutionary. After a while, it’s a good idea to turn on fast animations to speed them up. Still, there are cool synergies to find and a wide array of strategies to test and choose from. It takes a little too long to unlock all three heroes and battles can become repetitive when moving through the same spots. But the game is engaging, and the lore and presentation actually enhance the core loop. Knock on the Coffin Lid is fun and will keep gamers fighting and discovering new places across multiple runs.

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• NoobFeed

  nine_toes · Aug 16, 2024

  7.8

  If you're a fan of roguelike deckbuilding games and enjoy a challenge, Knock on the Coffin Lid offers plenty of depth and replayability. Just be prepared for some rough edges. You might want to temper your expectations if you value narrative depth as much as gameplay. The game shines brightest when you're fully engaged in its strategic combat and experimentation, but it's not without its frustrations. Ultimately, it's a game worth playing if you're willing to push through the challenges and have a bit of patience.

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• GearsRealm

  Tom Henry · Aug 11, 2024

  8.0

  Overall, Knock on the Coffin Lid is a solid entry in the deck-building genre. It combines familiar mechanics with some new twists, and the result is a game that feels both fresh and familiar. If you’re into games like "Slay the Spire" or enjoy a good rogue-like with a bit of a story, this one is worth a try.

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• Try Hard Guides

  Erik Hodges · Aug 07, 2024

  10

  Knock on the Coffin Lid is a new favorite of mine. With strong roguelike deckbuilding mechanics, a great setting, and phenomenal art, I’m willing to say Knock on the Coffin Lid will be a new favorite of yours, too.

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• Game Rant

  Adam Tozer · Jan 09, 2023

  7.0

  Too often early access games are barren shells of pushed-back promises, Knock on the Coffin Lid is already a great game and is constantly receiving updates. We look forward to a full release and a dark future filled with character, interesting storylines, and lots and lots of cards.

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