Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout: guide, gameplay, download
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is one of the most popular games that has come out during the summer of 2020. The simple, yet addictive gameplay make it really fun to play. It was so popular that PlayStation couldn't handle how many people wanted to play it and crashed. This article will tell you everything you need to know about Fall Guys, and help you get started, and importantly, how to start winning!
What is Fall Guys?
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is an atypical Battle Royale game. Created by Mediatonic it was released in August 2020 for Windows and PlayStation 4. The aim of the game is to be the first to get to the end of the colourful and often complex obstacle courses. As the rounds progress, chaos issues until there is only one winner remaining. Rounds can start with as many as 60 players, adding to the mayhem as everyone tries to get to the finish line first.
Where to play Fall Guys?
Fall Guys is currently only available for PC and PlayStation, although Xbox One and Nintendo Switch ports are supposedly in the works and could be coming out relatively soon, although for the moment, it remains a PC and PlayStation exclusive.
How to download Fall Guys?
You can download Fall Guys here, or from Steam for PC users, or directly from the PlayStation store.
How much does Fall Guys cost?
Fall Guys is currently free for PS Plus members. If you are not a member, or are downloading it for PC, it will cost $19.99.
How to win in Fall Guys?
In season one of Fall Guys, there are 24 unique maps, each with their own winning strategy. This YouTube video by PlayStation Access goes into detail on the best strategies for each of the levels. There is also a detailed strategy guide on Reddit r/FallGuysGame that offers guidance for each map.
Here is some of the best advice for Fall Guys:
- Patience is key
- Go with the flow (with rotating objects, go in the same direction)
- Find the shortest path
- Don't be afraid to jump and dive (do both for extra distance)
- Some surfaces are bouncy
- Cut corners whenever possible
- Grab the crown, don't just jump into it
- Make use of the camera so you can be aware of your surroundings
- Being first, isn't always the fastest
- Be a team player (in team games)