Key Design Idea: Partnership

Most other duo-fighters are made in such a way that either the marker supports the fighter (Miska & Bear) or the fighter supports the marker (Sydney & Serena). Shovel & Shield Knight are unique in that we’ve designed them such that you feel like you’re actually fighting two equals, putting emphasis on their partnership.

Shield Knight herself has a variety of powerful effects that make her a threat. These include the ability to let Shovel Knight spring off her shield, as well as the capacity to just tank hits for her partner by placing herself between him and the opponent.