I played a demo, and it was alright, but it didn’t quite scratch the same itch. The only spiritual successor I can think of is a little game called Fiend’s Isle, a roguelite which is very clearly pulling from KF, even copying the font. I also feel like there is a surprisingly lack of games that try to pick up the torch. My big question, I guess, is: Why won’t we get another one of these games? I have my own answers, but I’m curious what others think. Having to strafe and manage your turn radius, the slow and clunky sword wacks, and the meter management seem like great fits for a mecha game. Hot take aside: While we might be getting mecha souls very soon, It’s my opinion that a mecha souls would look more like a King’s Field game than a Dark Souls. (I intend to send an e-mail about it to the pod.) At this point, I’d be happy with a just a re-release of these games. But unfortunately we probably won’t ever get another one of these games. I’m under no impression that King’s Field doesn’t feel crunchy and clunky, but that actually lends to such a cool feel that I want to get more of. I’m slowly making my way through KF3 KF1 is a little too crusty for me, and while I think Shadow Tower is maybe a work of absolute genius and might be my favorite one of these, I haven’t finished it because it’s also very, very hard and I’m scared of it. * Full color adventure guide and poster to equip you on your solitary journey.This has high-key been something I’ve been thinking about since I played KF2 a year or two ago. * A larger, more realistic world fully rendered in beautiful 3D polygon graphics with texture mapping, and a richer, deeper, more intricate storyline that unfolds throughout your quest. Re-enter the realm of King’s Field for the most explosive debut on the PlayStation yet… ASCII Entertainment went all out to provide a fully non-linear three dimensional world that even blows away the original! The intense action and powerful storyling will keep you riveted for months!* A virtual wonderland of CD quality sights and sounds, with an explosion of fearsome enemies, improved magic, and higher character definition. This time they have possessed King Alfred himself! As the King’s son, Prince Lyle, you must bring forth the tide of change that will effect the universe from now until the end of time. King’s Field II - the hour of destiny is at hand… Your kingdom is once again under attack by the ruthless minions of evil.
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