From Shadows

About

"From Shadows" is a horror arcade game with local multi-player capabilities for 2 players. In this co-op game, players can choose to be a werewolf or vampire, fighting against hellish hordes of demons in a dark fantasy action game. The experience features 21 sprawling levels and a blend of fast-paced platformer and beat 'em up styles. The game is published by Kraken Unleashed and will be available on Steam.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

68%

Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews

story6 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Some players found joy and hope in the game, using it as a form of escapism during tough times.
The game features a werewolf/vampire theme that some players appreciated, finding it unique and engaging.
For its low price, some users felt it was a decent experience, especially for casual play.

The game is riddled with bugs, including glitches that cause players to fall through the floor, making it nearly unplayable.
Controls are described as floaty and unresponsive, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
Many players found the graphics and overall presentation to be subpar, likening it to a low-quality flash game.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally viewed as a mix of engaging themes about perseverance and life's unpredictability, though some players find it lacking in depth and excitement. While the narrative has moments that resonate, it is often overshadowed by repetitive gameplay and certain frustrating missions. Overall, the story is considered decent, complementing the game's strong combat mechanics and visuals.
- “A rich side-scrolling ARPG with a fine story and action; it goes to my favorites list.”
- “The story is good enough, and the combat system is great when you start to progress; really good graphics.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Boring story, repetitive, unresponsive gameplay.”
- “Somehow I finished the mission and also the whole game.”
- “Somehow I finished the mission and also the whole game.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are described as simple and basic 2D visuals that, while not terrible, fail to impress in the context of modern gaming standards. Despite some effort put into the design, they are considered underwhelming and unlikely to appeal to dedicated gamers, although a few users find them somewhat cool. Overall, the graphics are the standout feature of an otherwise poorly received platformer.
- “The graphics are cool, though.”
- “This is a particularly badly made platformer; the best part is the graphics, and they're not great.”
- “The game features simple, fairly basic 2D visuals, and while some effort went into them, they don't look bad exactly, but they don't look great, either.”
- “In the 3D era of gaming, which kicked off in the mid-1990s with dedicated 3D GPUs like the S3 Virge and ATI Rage, phoning in the graphics like this isn't going to win any awards or appeal to enthusiast PC gamers.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for being janky and unsatisfying, with poor handling and responsiveness that detracts from the overall experience. Reviewers note a lack of polish and testing, leading to repetitive and uninspired gameplay that fails to engage players.
- “It's janky and unsatisfying to play... and any experienced gamer will tell you, the handling, responsiveness and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
- “Unfortunately, this is something the developer seems to have phoned in, with little to no apparent gameplay testing or polish done.”
- “Boring story, repetitive, unresponsive gameplay.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that helps players feel at ease. Many users appreciate its ability to create a tranquil atmosphere, enhancing their overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been criticized for being unpolished and buggy, leading to unresponsive gameplay and a generally frustrating experience. Many users also noted that the game's repetitive nature and lack of visual appeal contribute to its instability.
- “It's unpolished, buggy, unresponsive, uninteresting, repetitive, and an eyesore.”
- “It's unpolished, buggy, unresponsive, uninteresting, repetitive, and an eyesore.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with users finding the story unengaging and the gameplay repetitive and unresponsive, leading to a lack of emotional investment.
- “Boring story, repetitive, unresponsive gameplay.”