In the shadows

36%
Game Brain Score Based on 12 reviews
  • atmosphere
  • story
  • graphics
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Embark on a short yet captivating journey in "In The Shadows." In this game, players are tasked with manipulating abstract objects, harnessing the power of light and shadow, to cast silhouettes that form familiar shapes and objects. The Game The game was crafted as part of a school project in a month and a half with no prior experience in Unreal Engine 5. Every element was created by me, utilizi…

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  • Windows
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36%
Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews
atmosphere2 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • The atmosphere and graphics are fantastic, creating an immersive experience.
  • Puzzles are well-designed with the right level of difficulty for all ages, providing a relaxing gameplay experience.
  • The game has a unique style and concept that stands out in the puzzle genre.
  • The game is very short, leaving players wanting more content and a more extended story.
  • Puzzle mechanics can be overly finicky and require pixel-perfect precision, leading to frustration.
  • Performance issues and lack of options for sound and exploration detract from the overall experience.
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised as amazing and fantastic, serving as a key factor in attracting players to download and engage with it.

    • “The atmosphere is fantastic, which is what hooked me into downloading the game to begin with.”
    • “Atmosphere is amazing.”
  • story2 mentions

    Reviewers express a desire for a more extended narrative, suggesting that the story lacks resolution and could benefit from less mystery. They feel that a longer gameplay experience would enhance their enjoyment of the storyline leading to a more satisfying conclusion.

    • “The story is captivating and keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
    • “The character development throughout the narrative is impressive and adds depth to the overall experience.”
    • “The plot twists are unexpected and enhance the overall storytelling, making it a memorable journey.”
    • “I feel that the story could have been extended and that there wasn't so much mystery involved, allowing us to actually reach a conclusion.”
    • “The plot was predictable and lacked depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The character development was weak, leaving me feeling disconnected from their journeys.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics in the game are highly praised for their clarity and quality, with users noting the impressive and immersive environments that enhance the overall experience.

    • “I loved the environment that this game was set in, and the graphics were very good and clean.”
    • “In the few moments I played, the graphics looked amazing.”
  • gameplay2 mentions

    The gameplay has been criticized for its poor controls, particularly regarding the puzzle mechanics, which detracts from the overall experience and leads to a lack of recommendation from users.

    • “The puzzle mechanic is frustrating and poorly designed.”
    • “If I could use the mouse and WASD to turn the object, then maybe it wouldn't be so bad, but the controls for the puzzle mechanic are garbage, so I cannot recommend this game.”
  • music1 mentions

    Users have requested the addition of options to customize sound and music settings in the game, indicating a desire for greater control over the audio experience.

    • “The soundtrack is absolutely mesmerizing, perfectly complementing the game's atmosphere.”
    • “I love how the music dynamically changes with the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “The variety of tracks keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging, making each moment feel unique.”
    • “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
    • “There are no options to adjust the sound or music levels, which is frustrating for players who want a customized experience.”
    • “The soundtrack feels generic and uninspired, failing to enhance the overall atmosphere of the game.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game's optimization is criticized for poor performance, making puzzle-solving frustratingly finicky for players.

    • “However, performance is quite poor and solving the puzzles is extremely finicky.”
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