Shovel Knight Showdown
Last updated: 2026-02-12
- Great for co-op and social gatherings
- Many unlockables and character customization
- Diverse and unique characters
- Poor game balance and design flaws
- No online multiplayer mode
- Controls don't work and problematic character AI
Emotions
Players are happy due to the game's engaging features and stylistic elements. The multiplayer experience and reliable server availability also contribute significantly to their positive emotions.
Players express anger primarily due to issues with game controls, AI behavior, and menu navigation. Additionally, frustration stems from perceived imbalances in game difficulty and overall game balance.
Long-time fans of the series feel disappointed as the game's quality and design did not meet their expectations.
Players enjoy the game's interface, music, and visuals. The overall fun-factor of the game also contributes to their enjoyment.
Players are frustrated with the poorly designed minigame and the mechanics of the final boss.
Timed cohorts
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Refund churn
Risk snapshot
Fast read on churn risk and the loudest complaints.
51.8% PrecisionJul 6, 2020 → Nov 1, 2025
Total revenue at risk
$3,327
~$51 per month
Modeled from refund-intent reviews
Most dangerous issue
Controls Not Working
Technical · 36.0% of risk
Churn driver breakdown
Weighted by churn risk
Design
Technical
64.0%$2,129
36.0%$1,198
Issue map
Complaint treemap
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Issue treemap
Size = count · Color = sentiment
Design · 66.7% share
Technical · 33.3% share
Issue · Design
Poor Game Design
Share of issues
33.3%
Primary region
USA
Detected from language cues
Anger level
Furious
Average sentiment intensity