Shadow Brawlers

About

"Shadow Brawlers" is a local multiplayer game where 4 players control agile ninja characters that hide in shadows and appear suddenly to attack. The game features fast-paced stealth fighting, environmental traps, and multiple weapons. Dead characters' souls can reveal the position of living players. With 5 play modes, including single player, and customizable characters, it offers a stylish and action-packed party game experience.

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
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

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Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features amazing visuals and a fantastic soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience.
It offers fast-paced, fun gameplay that is best enjoyed with friends, making it an excellent party game.
The unique stealth mechanics and variety of unlockable content add depth and replayability to the game.

The game currently lacks online multiplayer, limiting play to local sessions only.
Some players feel that the game is still rough around the edges as it is in early access.
While the game is highly enjoyable, it may not have unlimited replay value over time.

graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their immaculate visuals, adorable cartoon design, and minimalist comic book art style. Players appreciate the smooth animations and vibrant aesthetics, which enhance the overall gameplay experience while maintaining a focus on enjoyment. The combination of great visuals and a fitting soundtrack creates an excellent mood, appealing to both young and old players alike.
- “Amazing graphics, small independent developers, a few years of work, amazing animated trailers, it works both with old and young players...”
- “I can't say enough about how this game looks, I have always been a huge fan of this minimalist comic book art style and they hit it right on in this game.”
- “The smooth and fluid animation coupled with the great aesthetics and design makes the gameplay top notch. I'm happy to see the return of games focusing on an enjoyable gaming experience first of all.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by quick, intense stealth mechanics that introduce elements of surprise and deception, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the smooth animations, tight fighting mechanics, and innovative features that contribute to a visually appealing and enjoyable gaming experience. Despite being in early access, the core gameplay is well-received, showcasing a blend of fun mechanics and solid programming.
- “The smooth and fluid animation coupled with the great aesthetics and design makes the gameplay top notch. I'm happy to see the return of games focusing on an enjoyable gaming experience first of all.”
- “Amazing animations and visuals, super tight fight mechanics, awesome music and sound, and my god the programming is good in this game.”
- “Shadow Brawlers is still in early access and a bit rough around some edges - but the core gameplay is already spot-on!”
- “Its stealth mechanic makes this game unique, but everything else is also great and runs smoothly.”
- “The hiding mechanic makes the game not only about quick reflexes but adds an interesting element of surprise and deception, where any move you make could be the last.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and fitting nature, complementing the immaculate visuals and animations. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a significant contributor to the overall atmosphere, enhancing the gaming experience alongside the tight fight mechanics.
- “The soundtrack and visuals are immaculate.”
- “The soundtrack is really good, and I love the artwork.”
- “Both the music and the visuals create an excellent mood!”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its high replayability, particularly as a party game, though some users note it may not offer unlimited replay value. Overall, it is considered fun and visually appealing, contributing to its strong replay potential.
- “This game checks all the boxes; it is fun, looks amazing, and has a lot of replay value.”
- “Great party game! I wouldn't say it has unlimited replay value, but it's close.”
- “Great party game... I wouldn't say it has unlimited replay value, but it's close.”
- “After a few rounds, the gameplay starts to feel repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “While the game is fun initially, I found myself losing interest after a couple of playthroughs.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is enhanced by engaging training missions that feel like a standalone experience, reminiscent of "Mark of the Ninja" but more intense. Players note significant improvements over time, with the addition of new characters, weapons, and arenas, indicating a commitment to refining the narrative and gameplay elements.
- “The training missions are almost a game in themselves, like Mark of the Ninja on steroids.”
- “More than seven months into early access, I can tell that a lot of work has been put into the game: more characters, weapons, arenas, training missions, and more polish than I thought was possible.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is noted for its rapid progression, complemented by impressive weaponry and striking character designs, which enhance the overall gaming experience.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its unique stealth mechanic, and overall, it runs smoothly, indicating effective optimization.
- “The stealth mechanic makes this game unique, but everything else is also great and runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive; it runs seamlessly on various hardware configurations.”
- “I love how well-optimized the game is, allowing for a smooth experience even during intense action sequences.”