Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
(Mar. 3 – Switch)
Shovel Knight was a breakout hit when it released back in 2014. The folks at Yacht Club Games created a game that celebrated the days of yore when platforming games were fun, colorful, and downright challenging. It was inspired by the classics that came before it and does a bang-up job of staying true to those inspirations. Launching alongside the Switch is a compilation of all the games that make up the Shovel Knight series – Shovel of Hope, Plague of Shadows, and Specter of Torment.
The Switch doesn’t have the largest launch lineup, but this is a definite gem being offered up on day one. It would make a perfect game to play between long stretches of exploring Hyrule, as well as a great first game for the console in its own right. Just remember, it might look simple, but this game will break you if you aren’t vigilant.
