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Capcom's Knights of the Round came out for the Super Nintendo in 1994, a time when side-scrolling beat 'em ups were still a big part of the console's library. It was one of those games you'd see at the rental store, with its Arthurian theme standing out among the usual sci-fi and urban brawlers.

You choose between Arthur, Lancelot, or Percival and fight through waves of enemies across a medieval landscape. Your goal is to reclaim the throne by defeating enemy knights and mythical beasts. Key mechanics include on-foot combat with swords and special moves, a leveling system that visually upgrades your armor after earning enough experience, and the ability to block and parry attacks. The game moves at a brisk pace, and the difficulty encourages replaying stages to grind for better gear. It feels solid and weighty when your strikes connect, making each encounter satisfying.