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Gryphon Knight Epic

PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One • 2015

Should you play it?

Gryphon Knight Epic is a 2D Medieval Shoot’em up that mixes elements from classical shoot’em ups, exploration and duel-like boss battles, it tells the story of Sir Oliver and Aquila, an accomplished knight and his loyal gryphon that are forced back to adventure once again.

What works

  • Charming pixel art and animation
  • Engaging boss battles and variety of weapons
  • Branching paths and secrets for exploration
  • Accessible difficulty with multiple modes
  • Good soundtrack and humorous story

Things to keep in mind

  • Short main story length
  • Some control and hitbox issues
  • Occasional bugs and glitches reported
  • Slow pacing may not appeal to all
  • Lack of multiplayer or social features

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut

  • Shantae and the Pirate's Curse

  • Dust: An Elysian Tail

  • Zombotron

  • Wizordum

  • Catmaze

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Gryphon Knight Epic: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Survival, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Fantasy, Exploration. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Leadership.

Last update: 21/08/2026