- Steam pricePrice
- $39.99
- Release
- June 26, 2014
- Session GoalsGoals
- Platforms
How co-op works
Two players can complete only the Shovel of Hope campaign together locally; the other Treasure Trove campaigns are single-player. Both Shovel Knights share the screen and collected gold, but retain separate health, coordinating platforming, shovel bounces, bosses, and who receives each healing item.
About this game
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove collects all five campaigns in the beloved retro platforming series, blending tight 8-bit action with modern design. The main campaign and several expansions offer local co-op and competitive modes, letting players team up or face off in pixel-perfect battles and platforming challenges.
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Gameplay revolves around precise jumping, digging, bashing enemies, and collecting treasure across inventive levels filled with secrets and boss encounters. Co-op splits the screen so both players explore simultaneously, demanding coordination during tricky platforming sequences and enemy fights. The satisfying rhythm of swinging shovels and bouncing off hazards becomes even more engaging when a second player shares the chaos.
Local split-screen and shared-screen play are the core multiplayer options, with Steam Remote Play Together extending that experience online. Sessions feel like classic couch co-op runs, rewarding communication during puzzle-platforming sections and synchronized attacks. It is designed for players who enjoy retro difficulty and cooperative timing in the same room.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does co-op work in Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove?
Co-op uses split-screen so both players can explore simultaneously. You'll need to coordinate during tricky platforming sections and boss fights, as the screen divides to follow each player. It's designed for local couch play, though you can extend it online using Steam Remote Play Together.
Is this game good for players new to retro platformers?
Shovel Knight has retro difficulty and expects precise jumping and timing, so it can be challenging if you're not used to old-school platformers. That said, having a co-op partner can help during tough sections, and the modern design touches make it more approachable than pure 8-bit classics.
Do we need to communicate a lot during co-op?
Yes, especially during puzzle-platforming sections and synchronized attacks. The split-screen setup means you'll both be tackling challenges at the same time, so calling out hazards, coordinating jumps, and timing enemy attacks together makes the experience much smoother.