Play Knights of the Round Online

Game Overview

Knights of the Round is one of those classic SNES beat 'em ups that just feels right—you pick between Arthur, Lancelot, or Percival, each with their own weapon style (Arthur’s sword feels weightier, while Lancelot’s quicker slashes are great for crowd control). The whole thing’s draped in Arthurian legend—you’re hacking through bandits, knights, and the occasional mythical beast to restore order and hunt down the Holy Grail.

What’s cool is how your character evolves. At first, you’re just swinging basic attacks, but as you level up, your armor gets fancier, your weapon upgrades visually, and your moveset expands. Blocking and parrying actually matter here, which keeps fights from feeling mindless. And yeah, it’s still a button-masher at heart, but there’s something satisfying about seeing Arthur go from scrappy would-be king to a full-plated badass by the final boss.

It’s got that old-school arcade vibe—simple to pick up, tough to master, and best played with a friend. Just don’t expect deep storytelling beyond “smash evil, find grail.”