Soul Knight v8.0.0 Preview 02: New PvP Mode: Klash of Knights (Beta Test)
Soul Knight v8.0.0 launches on Feb 8 at 10:00 (UTC+8).
This update brings our first-ever PvP mode to the dungeon — Klash of Knights.
Built as a brand-new competitive experience, Klash of Knights focuses on fast matches, sharp decision-making, and high-pressure combat. It's a fresh way to test your skills against other players, not monsters.
This mode will launch as a Beta Test. We want you to play it early, break it, question it — and help us make it better.
Klash of Knights is a fully new gameplay system, and the current version is still under active development.
During this test version:
- Combat feel, balance, and controls may continue to be adjusted;
- Performance and matchmaking will be optimized in post–Spring Festival updates;
- Player feedback is especially important at this stage;
To thank you for participating and sharing your thoughts, we'll be gifting a special Kill Effect to players.
You can claim it directly from the Lucky Cat Shop in-game.
This PvP mode isn't meant to be perfect on day one — it's meant to grow with the community.
1. Mode Entry
Klash of Knights can be accessed directly from the main menu.
Tap the red "Klash of Knights" button at the bottom of the screen to enter the mode.
From there, choose your preferred hero and skin, then start matchmaking.
Once a match is found, you'll be dropped straight into battle.
2. Match Rules & Objective
Each match features up to 8 players battling in the same arena. Your objective is to reach the top of the rankings and survive until the final second.
During the match, players will:
- Collect EXP orbs to level up and unlock new buffs
- Pick up items across the arena to gain combat advantages
- Fight solo in 1v1, or queue for random 2v2 with a matched teammate
The match lasts 6 minutes. As the battle progresses, players earn score by growing stronger and defeating opponents.
When the match enters its final phase and the countdown begins, the current top-ranked player will gain the Badass condition, receiving powerful bonus effects. From that moment on, the focus shifts to holding your lead and surviving until time runs out.
At the end of the match, all players are ranked by total score, determining the final results:
3. Characters, Buffs & Weapons
Characters
Each character comes with level and base stats, starting at Level 1.
Collect blue EXP orbs scattered across the arena to level up. Base stats have been tuned for faster energy regeneration and automatic health recovery when out of combat.
When defeated, characters respawn after a short delay at a random location with a brief invulnerability period.
Buffs
Buffs are divided into character-specific and universal buffs.
Upon reaching certain levels, a Buff selection panel will appear, allowing you to choose upgrades to enhance your character's abilities and playstyle.
Weapons
- Each character wields a primary weapon and can equip a secondary weapon.
- Primary Weapon: The character's starting weapon. Cannot be dropped or switched during the match.
- Secondary Weapon: Can be picked up from fixed spawn points in the arena. Weapons refresh periodically. Approach a spawn point and click the weapon card to pick it up. Each character can equip only one secondary weapon at a time, and swapping is allowed.
Notes:
- Secondary weapons are consumable, with a limited ammo pool. Once ammo is depleted, the weapon disappears.
- Combat control is weapon-based, meaning there's no separate basic attack button. Tap the weapon icon to attack, and drag to aim in the desired direction.
4. Map Resources & Terrain
Map
For Klash of Knights, we've crafted a brand-new, massive arena where all battles take place.
The map features diverse terrain types to keep each match dynamic and strategic.
Resources
- EXP Orbs: Scattered throughout the map for leveling up.
- Airdrop Crates: Randomly spawn during matches. Breaking them releases powerful weapons and a large number of EXP orbs.
- Weapon Vending Machines: Found at fixed points, allowing players to swap or pick up secondary weapons.
Terrain Features
- Walls & Barriers: Use for cover or to block opponents.
- Traps & Explosive Barrels: Watch your step — one wrong move could cost you!
- Grass & Bushes: Hide your presence and ambush unsuspecting rivals.
5. Additional Notes:
- Team Play: In future updates, Klash of Knights will support both solo and team battles. For now, the test version allows only solo random matchmaking, with team modes coming later.
- Rewards: Brave knights can earn Gems, Fish Chips, skin of your choice, and exclusive kill effects by participating in PvP battles — a small token of thanks for helping us shape the game!
Heads-Up:
This PvP mode is still early in development, and we're actively refining mechanics, balancing, and gameplay feel. Your feedback and suggestions are incredibly valuable, so don't hold back — we want to hear from all of you!
✨ Wishing all knights a Happy Spring Festival!
Jump in, have fun, and help us make Klash of Knights even better！