Game series
Every Shovel Knight game, in release order
The 6 Shovel Knight games in the Tier catalog, from 2014 to 2022, in release order.
662 critic and player ratings across the series.
Where to start
Start with Shovel Knight (2014), the first game in the series.
Shovel Knight: King of Cards is the highest-rated entry, with a critic score of 95/100.
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01
Shovel Knight
89
/100
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02
Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment
83
/100
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03
Shovel Knight: King of Cards
95
/100
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04
Shovel Knight Showdown
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05
Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon
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06
Shovel Knight Dig
FAQ
How many Shovel Knight games are there?
The Tier catalog lists 6 Shovel Knight games, released between 2014 and 2022. Updated September 2026.
In what order should I play Shovel Knight?
This page lists every Shovel Knight game in release order, which is the order the story and the mechanics were built in. The series opens with Shovel Knight (2014). The highest-rated entry is Shovel Knight: King of Cards, a common starting point for newcomers.