Dive into the colorful chaos of *Castle Crashers*, a beloved online co-op game that's as fun as it is challenging. With a roster boasting 32 unique characters, unlocking them all can add an extra layer of excitement to your gaming experience. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, this guide will walk you through how to unlock every character in *Castle Crashers*.
Each character in *Castle Crashers* can be unlocked through various in-game challenges and optional DLCs. The best way to maximize your character collection is by teaming up with friends using the game's co-op feature. Remember, in a co-op lobby, each player must select a different character for their playthrough. Characters can't be shared across profiles or within a lobby, so everyone needs to unlock their own, but doing so in a co-op setting can make the journey more enjoyable and efficient.
Below is a detailed list of all characters available in *Castle Crashers* and the steps you need to take to unlock them:
| 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) |
That wraps up our guide on how to unlock all characters in *Castle Crashers*. Keep an eye on The Escapist for more guides and the latest news, including details on whether *Castle Crashers* supports cross-platform play.
