At the other end of the stage, the principal of the school the students will next attend will shake their hand. (educationworld.com)
Another issue is how much space the game allows when both characters are on the opposite ends of the stage. (n4g.com)
The core gameplay of Shovel Knight is very reminiscent of early Castlevania games (albeit sans whip); you explore fairly linear 2D levels defeating enemies, ultimately squaring off against fiendish end of stage bosses. (gamespew.com)