Ember Knights

PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 • 2023

2023

Quick resume

Ember Knights is an action rogue-lite for 1-4 players where you play as legendary knights, the last spark of hope against the mad sorcerer Praxis and his hordes of unwavering fiends. Wield weapons & skills, build synergies with game-changing relics and free the universe of Praxis’ corruption.

Global score

94/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up

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Pros

Addictive and challenging combat
Strong local and online co-op
Varied builds and relic synergies
Frequent updates and dlc
Polished pixel art and sound design

Cons

Limited weapon variety and content at early access
Some balance issues with weapons and relics
Repetitive level layouts
Multiplayer bugs reported early on
Lack of deep story and character customization

Motivations

Autonomy

Game with the same Autonomy vibe

4

"Players have significant control over builds, relics, and skill choices, enabling diverse playstyles and strategic decisions."

暖雪 Warm Snow
"Players have significant control over their builds, weapon choices, skill upgrades, and run strategies, with flexible perk trees and relic shops influencing play style."
Competence

Game with the same Competence vibe

4

"The game offers challenging combat, especially boss fights, requiring skill mastery, timing, and learning enemy patterns."

Orbifall
"The game offers challenging combat with skill-based dodging and timing, rewarding mastery and progression through increasingly difficult bosses and enemies."
Competition

Game with the same Competition vibe

2

"Includes leaderboards and some competitive elements, but mostly cooperative and personal progression focused."

Trickster VR: Co-op Dungeon Crawler
"Includes daily runs with leaderboards and some competitive elements, but primarily focuses on cooperative and personal progression."
Continuation

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4

"Highly replayable with many hours played by users; addictive gameplay encourages long-term engagement."

The Battle of Polytopia
"Highly replayable with addictive gameplay loops, frequent updates, and progression systems encouraging long-term engagement."
Cooperation

Game with the same Cooperation vibe

5

"Strong emphasis on local and online co-op for up to 4 players; gameplay and humor designed for group play."

Zombie Vikings
"Strong emphasis on local and online co-op for up to 4 players, with teamwork enhancing gameplay and enjoyment."
Creativity

Game with the same Creativity vibe

3

"Players experiment with many item and weapon synergies and character builds, though within predefined game systems."

Neon Abyss
"Players experiment with various builds, relic synergies, and skill combinations, though within predefined systems and limited customization."
Domination

Game with the same Domination vibe

-3

"Interactions emphasize shared team effort and mutual support rather than exerting control or superiority over others."

Ghost Watchers
"Interactions emphasize shared team play and mutual support rather than exerting control or superiority over others."
Escapism

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4

"Players use the game as a fun, immersive distraction with engaging combat and fantasy settings."

Touhou Dystopian
"Players use the game as a fun, immersive distraction with fast-paced combat and engaging fantasy settings."
Expectation

Game with the same Expectation vibe

-4

"Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."

Age of Wonders 4
"Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment, with no indication of obligation or external pressure."
Experimenting

Game with the same Experimenting vibe

4

"Encourages trying new builds, weapon combinations, and strategies to find effective playstyles."

Crab Champions
"Encourages trying new builds, skill synergies, and weapon combinations to find effective strategies and play styles."
Exploration

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1

"Some exploration of level layouts and enemy patterns, but mostly linear stages with limited new area discovery."

Syder Arcade
"Some discovery of enemy variants and secrets, but level layouts and progression are mostly fixed and repetitive."
Expression

Game with the same Expression vibe

2

"Some cosmetic customization and avatar choices exist, but limited compared to gameplay customization."

Skill Legends Royale
"Some avatar customization and cosmetic options are desired by players, though currently limited."
Fantasy

Game with the same Fantasy vibe

5

"Strong fantasy theme with imaginative characters, bosses, and lore."

LORT
"Strong fantasy theme with imaginative enemies, magic skills, and roguelite narrative elements."
Fellowship

Game with the same Fellowship vibe

4

"Strong community and multiplayer focus foster group identity and collaborative achievements."

Roguelands
"Community and multiplayer aspects foster group identity and shared achievements."
Growth

Game with the same Growth vibe

4

"Players develop skills, learn enemy patterns, and improve through repeated runs and progression"

WASTED
"Players develop skills, learn enemy patterns, and improve through progression systems and repeated runs."
Health

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-4

"Primarily sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

Supraland Six Inches Under
"Primarily sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."
Idle

Game with the same Idle vibe

-4

"Requires active focus and continuous engagement during runs; not suited for background or idle play."

Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok
"Requires continuous focus and active engagement during runs; not suited for background or idle play."
Intimacy

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3

"Multiplayer encourages social interaction and forming friendships, though not deeply emotional."

Holo X Break
"Multiplayer encourages social interaction and bonding with friends, though not focused on deep emotional connections."
Leadership

Game with the same Leadership vibe

-2

"Players collaborate as equals without clear leadership or authoritative roles."

Wires And Whiskers
"Players collaborate as equals without formal leadership or authoritative roles."
Progression

Game with the same Progression vibe

5

"Strong emphasis on acquiring weapons, upgrades, and abilities that enhance player power and open new areas."

Zexion
"Strong emphasis on unlocking weapons, relics, skills, and upgrades that enhance player power and options."
Relaxation

Game with the same Relaxation vibe

2

"Combat can induce flow and catharsis but also involves moments of tension and challenge."

Assault Spy
"Offers flow and catharsis through smooth combat, though the challenge level can induce tension."
Sensation

Game with the same Sensation vibe

3

"Enjoyable pixel art, music, and fast-paced combat provide sensory stimulation."

Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 2
"Enjoyable pixel art, animations, sound design, and fast-paced combat provide sensory stimulation."
Status

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1

"Some recognition through achievements and leaderboards, but social status is not a primary focus."

It's Only Money
"Some recognition through achievements and leaderboards, but social status is not a primary focus."
Story

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1

"Some lore and narrative elements exist but story is minimal and not a main focus."

Craftopia
"Contains some lore and narrative elements, but story is minimal and not the main focus."
Strategy

Game with the same Strategy vibe

3

"Requires tactical decision-making in combat, character builds, and resource management."

Kingsway
"Requires tactical decision-making in build choices, combat positioning, and skill usage."
Thrill

Game with the same Thrill vibe

3

"Offers suspense and excitement through challenging combat and boss encounters."

Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara
"Provides excitement and suspense through challenging combat and boss encounters."
Value

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4

"Players perceive good value for money with extensive content, replayability, and ongoing updates."

SURV1V3
"Players perceive good value for money due to content, replayability, and ongoing updates."
Violence

Game with the same Violence vibe

4

"Combat involves defeating enemies with various weapons and abilities, emphasizing action and destruction."

Endless Alice
"Combat involves defeating enemies with weapons and skills, featuring destruction and action."
Survival

Game with the same Survival vibe

3

"Players must avoid death and manage resources to progress through increasingly difficult runs."

Rogue Legacy 2
"Players must avoid death and manage resources to progress through increasingly difficult runs."

Analysis

A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition, Status. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Leadership.

How to use the graph

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Last update: 30/04/2026

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