Epic Games Store is now giving away their 11th free game as a part of their Holiday Sale giveaway - Kill Knight, a top-down twin-stick shooter developed by PlaySide Studios. Players can claim this intense action game and add it to their library at no cost.
In Kill Knight, players assume the role of a betrayed knight, now a reanimated warrior known as the Kill Knight, on a mission to eliminate the Last Angel. The game features five challenging levels set in the Abyss, each filled with plenty of relentless enemies and hazards. Its fast-paced combat, combined with a gothic, retro-inspired aesthetic, is a modern take on classic arcade shooters.
Critics have applauded Kill Knight for its engaging gameplay and challenging difficulty. On Metacritic, the game holds a score of 88/100. Impulsegamer describes it as "a magnificent arcade game" that "perfectly puts mechanics from other famous and successful action games next to each other to create a unique and satisfying gameplay loop." OpenCritic gave it an average score of 83/100, with 95% of critics recommending the game.
To fully enjoy Kill Knight, players should ensure their system meets the recommended specifications. The game requires Windows 10 64-bit as the operating system, an Intel i7 3.3 GHz processor, and 8 GB of RAM for optimal performance. A GPU equivalent to the Nvidia GTX 1080 is recommended, along with at least 5 GB of available storage space. For those with less powerful setups, the minimum requirements include an Intel i5 2.3 GHz processor, 8 GB of RAM, and an Nvidia GTX 970 graphics card.
This giveaway is part of Epic Games Store's ongoing Holiday Sale, giving players the opportunity to experience well-rated titles for free. To claim Kill Knight, simply log in to your Epic Games Store account, navigate to the game's page, and click "Get" to add it to your library. Be sure to hurry, as this offer is available for only 24 hours.
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