My Shadow
- March 10, 2024
- Finley Searle
Get on SteamThe Mind can sometimes be too imaginative. While you tuck yourself into your bed and turn the lights off, the creatures of the night begin to appear. As you hide under your bedsheet, they surround you. As you begin to drift away, they take you, down, deep into the depths, of your mind... Welcome to the hauntingly surreal realm of My Shadow, a mesmerizing 2.5D Horror Puzzle Platformer that thrus…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a great horror atmosphere and visuals, reminiscent of Little Nightmares.
- As a first-time developer, the creator has shown promise with a unique story and concept.
- The game saves progress on collectibles, which is a positive feature for players who may die frequently.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including game-breaking issues and poor camera work.
- Jumping and movement controls are frustrating and not well-optimized, leading to frequent falls.
- Achievements do not work, and there are significant issues with the game's mechanics that detract from the experience.
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story in the game is praised for its depth and atmospheric horror, conveyed effectively through environmental storytelling, such as writings on walls and letters. However, some players feel that the gameplay mechanics detract from the overall experience, comparing it unfavorably to other titles like Little Nightmares.
“The main direction with this project was that I wanted to tell a story through the environment.”
“The main direction of this project was to tell a story through the environment.”
“My shadow is a very atmospheric horror game, and you can see the vision Finley had with it through the writings on the wall and letters; there's a bigger story.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received significant criticism for its poor controls and poorly optimized mechanics, particularly regarding the parkour system, which many players find frustrating and unrefined. Despite a compelling story, the overall experience is marred by these gameplay issues, leading to a negative reception.
“But the game plays extremely badly... I don't know if it's the controls that are simply wrong or if the mechanics are poorly optimized.”
“The parkour mechanics are so bad!”
“I mean the story is really good, but the parkour I can't stand it! Nobody would play this Little Nightmares ripoff even though the mechanics are so bad.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of "My Shadow" is characterized as a deeply unsettling horror experience, enhanced by thoughtful storytelling elements such as writings on the wall. Reviewers appreciate the game's ability to create a compelling and immersive environment despite its short length as an indie platformer.
“My Shadow is a very horror atmospheric game, and you can see the vision Finley had with it through the writings on the wall and letters; there's a bigger story.”
“My Shadow is a short, indie platformer that delivers on a horror atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is genuinely quite unsettling.”
“My shadow is a short, indie platformer that delivers on a horror atmosphere.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are highly praised for their strong visual appeal and effective horror theme, drawing comparisons to "Little Nightmares." The use of grappling arms adds to the overall aesthetic, enhancing the immersive experience.
“This game has a great idea and reminds me a lot of Little Nightmares. The visuals and horror theme are impressive, and the grappling arms look really good!”
“The graphics are stunning and create an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
“The art style is beautifully crafted, with attention to detail that brings the world to life.”
