BlackShadows
- September 11, 2015
- IceGames Studios
Get on SteamBlackShadows is a survival horror game where you'll assume the role of a young scientist who is fighting against her worst nightmare... You'll have to escape from a strange and creepy place in order to survive. You think it's easy? Be careful : Black Shadows are never friendly!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a short playtime of around 12-20 minutes, making it easy to complete quickly.
- The gameplay runs smoothly without any choppy or grainy textures.
- Some jump scares are effective, providing a brief moment of tension.
- The game lacks meaningful gameplay, primarily consisting of finding keys and batteries in repetitive environments.
- There is no options menu, making it impossible to adjust settings like sound or resolution.
- The voice acting and overall narrative are poorly executed, contributing to a lack of immersion and engagement.
- gameplay7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it for being broken and unengaging, featuring tedious mechanics like key hunting and excessive walking. Conversely, others praised the fluidity and smoothness of the gameplay experience, highlighting the immediate immersion as players are thrown directly into action. Overall, the gameplay appears to lack depth and polish, leading to a divided reception.
“+ very fluid gameplay: the smoothness of the gameplay for me was great.”
“Instead of opening on the title screen the game throws you directly into gameplay, where the scary part actually ends...”
“Game mechanics are entirely broken and unpolished.”
“Not much of a gameplay.”
“Instead of opening on the title screen, the game throws you directly into gameplay, where the scary part actually ends...”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is minimal, primarily revolving around a woman and her recurring nightmares, with only two notable jumpscares—one integrated into the narrative and another at the game's conclusion. Overall, players feel the narrative lacks depth and substance.
“There is a lack of story; no real narrative here, just a tale about a lady and her recurring nightmares.”
“Basically, there are only two jumpscares: one during the story and one when it's game over.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally well-received, with some users praising their quality and effectiveness in enhancing jump scares. However, there are criticisms regarding the repetitiveness of the visuals and the lack of an options menu, which limits customization. Overall, while the graphics contribute positively to the experience, they are not without their flaws.
“It's scary with the jump scares and the graphics are good, but it is short. I liked it!”
“Let's be specific: the graphics aren't too bad, even if they're extremely repetitive.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a prominent piano score that can overshadow other audio elements, such as voiceovers, leading to a potentially disorienting experience for players.
“First off, when launching this game, you are greeted with a voice that is beautifully complemented by the soothing piano music.”
“First off, when launching this game, you are just greeted with a voice that is drowned out by piano music.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks any real variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with many users stating that once it is completed, there is little incentive to play it again.
“There is no replayability: you play it once, beat it, and you're done.”
“After finishing the game, I felt no urge to play it again; it just lacks replay value.”
“Once you've completed the game, there's nothing left to draw you back in.”
