Mr. Shadow
- November 17, 2016
- bycomb
Get on Steam"Mr. Shadow" is a 2D graphic adventure game that immerses players in a surreal, dark world filled with shadows. Using a point-and-click interface, players must solve diverse puzzles to progress through the game's eerie atmosphere. The game's unique artistic style and challenging puzzles make it a must-play for adventure game enthusiasts.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful, cartoony graphics that create a strong atmosphere with its dark themes.
- It offers a unique and surreal aesthetic, reminiscent of classic point-and-click adventure games, with clever and innovative puzzles.
- The game is short and easy to get into, making it accessible for players who enjoy simple mechanics and charming visuals.
- Many puzzles lack logic and require random clicking, leading to frustration and a lack of intuitive gameplay.
- Some interactive elements are difficult to see, requiring zooming in, which can hinder the experience and make puzzles feel obscure.
- The game suffers from slow movement and long loading times, making navigation tedious and detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a unique blend of cartoony and dark elements, creating an eerie and surreal aesthetic that enhances the game's atmosphere. Players appreciate the vibrant artwork, colors, and setting, which contribute to an engaging visual experience, despite the simplicity of the mechanics. Overall, the art style is described as both beautiful and creepy, making it a standout aspect of the game.
“Loved the artwork, colors, setting, and sounds.”
“The graphic style seems very cartoony but is of dark subject matter at the same time.”
“A short, simple puzzle game with an eerie, surreal aesthetic.”
“I kind of see it more like an aesthetic experience, so getting stuck on one puzzle for 20 minutes is not ideal.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay features cute graphics and straightforward mechanics, primarily involving clicking on screen elements to progress. However, players often encounter frustrating moments of getting stuck and discovering unconventional mechanics by chance, indicating a need for refinement in basic functionalities like item management. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable but could benefit from improvements to enhance the user experience.
“Cute graphics and simple mechanics.”
“The gameplay is just clicking everything on the screen until something happens.”
“I often found myself getting stuck and spamming, only to discover some really weird mechanics by accident.”
“Some of the basic mechanics could use improvement, such as not being able to automatically hold items.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is likened to the charming storytelling style of Amanita Design, offering a beautiful narrative experience. However, some players feel that the slow pacing and backtracking hinder replayability, making it less engaging for those who prefer a smoother storyline progression.
“Beautiful little game that reminds me of the Amanita Design approach to storytelling.”
“I picked it up on sale; I don't think my money is wasted - but I won't be replaying it to see the storyline play out smoothly as I do with most puzzle-adventures. The slow movement and back-and-forth requirements are just too much.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for being good and thematically appropriate, enhancing the overall experience, though some users still have reservations about recommending the game despite its enjoyable soundtracks.
“This is a delightful-looking point-and-click puzzle-adventure with clever puzzles and good music.”
“Good thematic music”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight that the game's strong contrasts contribute significantly to its immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
“This creates a strong contrast that makes for a fantastic atmosphere.”
