It’s been a mighty 10 years since Yacht Club first releasedShovel Knight, and the team is celebrating in a big way. The earworm of a soundtrack is getting the spotlight in Shovel Knight: Steel Thy Concert, a live event coming to Los Angeles and New York City in January and February 2025.
The announcement was made along with thelatest updateto theMina the HollowerKickstarter. That’s fitting since, in addition to a bunch of belovedShovel Knighttracks, the concert will feature an unreleased track from Yacht Club’s upcomingZelda-inspired game.
The concert will run for two hours, featuring jams from the mainShovel of Hopecampaign, as well as DLC additionsPlague of Shadows,Specter of Torment, andKing of Cards. Gameplay footage will serve as the backdrop while the live orchestral and rock ensemble takes over the stage.
Here’s the trailer and location info:
Shovel Knight: Steel Thy Concert Show Dates
There will also be a live chat with special guests from Yacht Club, as well as exclusive merch like shirts, keychains, and posters. Those who opt for a VIP pass will get to attend a meet-and-greet and poster signing with composer Jake Kaufman, designer Sean Velasco, programmer David D’Angelo, and artist Nick Wozniak.
Tickets are on sale now, and there’s currently a 20 percent discount until December 3. Purchases made during the sale period will also come with a free Steam key forShovel Knight: Pocket Dungeon.
If this has you both reflecting on the past and looking toward the future of Yacht Club Games, it sounds likeMina the Holloweris doing well. According to the latest update, the team is close to having a stitch ready so the game can be playable all the way through for the first time. We’ll have to wait until 2025 for more on that, though.
