King's Knight is an action-adventure shooter game for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) developed and published by Square. Released in 1986, the game departs from the traditional fantasy RPG genre of many Square games. Players journey through numerous stages, controlling four characters (a knight, a wizard, a monster, and a thief), each with unique abilities. Game progression involves dodging, battling enemies, and navigating through obstacles. It embraces vertical scrolling, allowing thematic exploration for each character, contributing to a multi-layered gaming experience.