*Castle Crashers* is a delightfully fun online co-op game that offers players the chance to unlock and play as a diverse roster of 32 unique characters. Whether you're diving into the game solo or teaming up with friends, understanding how to unlock all characters can significantly enhance your gaming experience. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to unlock every character in *Castle Crashers*.
In *Castle Crashers*, the path to unlocking characters is filled with various challenges and opportunities, including optional DLCs. Leveraging the game's co-op feature to play with friends can make the journey more enjoyable and efficient. Remember, in co-op mode, each player must select a different character, and characters cannot be shared across profiles or between players in a lobby. Each player needs to unlock characters individually, though this can be done within a co-op setting.
All Characters in Castle Crashers (How to Unlock)
| Character Name | How to Unlock |
|---|---|
| Green Knight | Default character; available from the start of the game |
| Red Knight | Default character; available from the start of the game |
| Blue Knight | Default character; available from the start of the game |
| Orange Knight | Default character; available from the start of the game |
| Gray Knight | Defeat the Barbarian boss |
| Barbarian | Beat King’s Arena |
| Thief | Beat Thieves’ Arena |
| Conehead | Beat Volcano Arena |
| Peasant | Beat Peasant’s Arena |
| Iceskimo | Beat Ice Arena |
| Alien | Complete Alien Ship |
| Royal Guard | Beat the game with the Green Knight |
| Saracen | Beat the game with the Royal Guard |
| Skeleton | Beat the game with the Red Knight |
| Bear | Beat the game with the Skeleton |
| Industrialist | Beat the game with the Blue Knight |
| Fencer | Beat the game with the Industrialist |
| Fire Demon | Beat the game with the Orange Knight |
| Ninja | Beat the game with the Fire Demon |
| Stoveface | Beat the game with the Gray Knight |
| Beekeeper | Beat the game with the Barbarian |
| Snakey | Beat the game with the Thief |
| Civilian | Beat the game with the Peasant |
| Brute | Beat the game with the Iceskimo |
| Pink Knight | Default character (Remastered version); Pink Knight Pack DLC |
| Blacksmith | Default character (Remastered version); Legend of the Blacksmith Pack DLC |
| Open-Faced Gray Knight | Complete Catfish on Insane Mode (Remastered version) |
| King | Complete Pipistrello’s Cave on Insane Mode (Remastered version) |
| Necromancer | Complete Industrial Castle on Insane Mode (Remastered version) |
| Cult Minion | Complete Ice Castle on Insane Mode (Remastered version) |
| Hatty Hattington | Buy in the Insane Store for 1200 gold |
| Paint Junior | Painter Boss Paradise DLC (to be released in 2025) |
With this guide, you're now equipped to unlock all characters in *Castle Crashers*. Whether you're tackling the game alone or with friends, each character adds a unique flair to your gameplay. Don't forget to explore more guides and the latest news on *Castle Crashers* and other games at The Escapist, including information on cross-platform compatibility.
