Kingdom Shell

Name: Kingdom Shell
Rating: 8 (286 reviews)

Developer / Publisher: Cup of Pixels

Oct 5, 2023

Visual

pixel
side scroll

Structure

ability gated
exploration
interconnected map
non linear

Combat

action

Features

difficulty options
equipment

Themes

fantasy

Summary

Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.

Last updated September 28, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam Deck
- Steam
Nintendo
- Switch
PlayStation
- PS5
- PS4
Xbox
- Series X|S
- One

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- side scroll
- action
- equipment
- fantasy
- Differences
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Kingdom Shell

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