Shadow Corridor

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"Shadow Corridor" is a horror game with Japanese indie roots, now on Steam. It features randomized dungeons set in traditional Japanese venues, where you must evade the curse of the Noh Mask. Every playthrough is different, with unique denizens and items to discover, encouraging exploration and varied strategies for survival.

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Audience ScoreBased on 122 reviews

story8 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and terrifying atmosphere, enhanced by effective sound design and lighting that keeps players on edge.
Players appreciate the variety of enemies and the need to observe their behaviors to navigate the levels safely, adding depth to the gameplay.
The game offers a rich story rooted in Japanese folklore, with engaging mechanics that encourage exploration and resource management.

The randomly generated maps can be frustrating, making it difficult for players to navigate and complete objectives, especially without a map feature.
Some players find the gameplay repetitive and feel that the jump scares lack impact, leading to a less engaging experience overall.
The game suffers from minor bugs and performance issues, which can detract from the overall experience, especially for those with lower-end systems.

story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
71%
8%
The game's story is highly praised for its depth and intrigue, with many players finding it atmospheric and engaging, particularly within the horror survival genre. While some players appreciate the extensive lore and backstory available, others express a desire for a more streamlined narrative experience. Overall, the story is described as both captivating and complex, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Fantastic horror survival type game with an intriguing story.”
- “It's atmospheric, it's horrific, it's even got a great story.”
- “Fun and scary gameplay, interesting story hidden throughout the game.”
- “Honestly, I prefer something with a bit more story rather than some random chasing.”
- “The story of this game is really long and uncomfortable!”
- “- The above points also annoy a guy like me who likes to collect pieces of lore to see what happened in the backstory of the game.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
54%
13%
The gameplay in "Shadow Corridor" combines exploration and stealth-horror elements, creating a suspenseful atmosphere with well-balanced mechanics and effective audio cues. While the game features engaging level design and a mix of lighting that enhances the experience, some players find it becomes tedious and confusing during ghost encounters. Overall, it is seen as a solid, albeit rough, indie project that offers a fun yet occasionally frustrating gameplay experience.
- “The level designs, enemies, sound effects, music, game mechanics, etc. all come together to form a suspenseful, fun game as you creep around on edge whilst trying not to get caught.”
- “Fun and scary gameplay, interesting story hidden throughout the game.”
- “There's a mix of brightly lit and pitch-black environments, meaning that the basic stealth gameplay of sneaking by and avoiding apparitions is broken up and remains visually interesting.”
- “Not scary due to the bad gameplay. I would rather eat a Big Mac than spend money on this game, so I would know how it feels to run at the same speed as the guy I am playing as; he must be a super heavy smoker and eats nothing but Big Macs.”
- “But the gameplay gets boring as soon as you enter the building and you realize you have no clue on where to go whenever the ghost starts chasing you.”
- “It's just gameplay (half explorer-y, half eerie corridor simulator).”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
56%
19%
The graphics of the game are praised for their old-school Japanese design, creating a beautifully haunting atmosphere that enhances the horror experience. The visuals effectively capture elements of Japanese mythology, contributing to a unique aesthetic that stands out in the genre. Overall, while the graphics may not be cutting-edge, they serve the game's thematic purpose well.
- “Where the game's presentation truly shines is in aesthetic.”
- “Japanese mythology is a theme that mostly lies untapped in horror games, and the aesthetic provides the game with a beautifully haunting atmosphere.”
- “The game is very uniquely Japanese, from environments, to props, lore, visuals, design, and much more.”
- “The graphics are underwhelming and do not do justice to the game's potential.”
- “The visuals feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “While the game has a unique aesthetic, the graphics themselves are quite lacking.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
12%
13%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its eerie and horrific qualities, enhanced by unique enemies and effective sound design, particularly the unsettling low-frequency hum. Set within an old temple, the incorporation of Japanese mythology adds a haunting aesthetic that contributes to the overall immersive experience, despite some critiques regarding the lack of dynamic music. Overall, the atmosphere is considered one of the game's strongest elements, creating a chilling and engaging environment for players.
- “The atmosphere design and entities in the game are well done and quite scary.”
- “Japanese mythology is a theme that mostly lies untapped in horror games, and the aesthetic provides the game with a beautifully haunting atmosphere.”
- “I think the best thing about this game is the atmosphere.”
- “- great horrific atmosphere, lacking proper music and mostly just a dull sound and VFX to make you feel the terror”
- “- great horrific atmosphere, lacking proper music and mostly just a dull sound and VFX to make you feel the terror”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The music in the game contributes to a suspenseful atmosphere, effectively heightening anxiety during intense moments, particularly when monsters appear. However, some players feel that the overall soundtrack is lacking, with a reliance on dull sound effects that detract from the experience.
- “The music becomes loud, the monster is shaking like an earthquake, and it induces anxiety in the player.”
- “The level designs, enemies, sound effects, music, game mechanics, etc. all come together to form a suspenseful, fun game as you creep around on edge whilst trying not to get caught.”
- “The music becomes loud, the monster is shaking like an earthquake and it induced anxiety in the player.”
- “- great horrific atmosphere, lacking proper music and mostly just a dull sound and VFX to make you feel the terror.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
37%
13%
The game's optimization is inconsistent, with some areas requiring lower settings to avoid significant performance issues, while most of the gameplay runs smoothly. Although there are sections that experience noticeable lag, these are not prevalent throughout the game, and the developer is actively working on optimization updates.
- “While the majority of the game runs smoothly, in the areas where it chugs, it really does chug.”
- “You may find yourself needing to lower the settings in some areas to deal with the game hitching.”
- “Thankfully, these sections don't comprise the majority of the game, and the developer seems to be pushing optimization updates, so hopefully these issues will be gone by the time you read this.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to keep up with the demands.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be enjoyable, particularly through comedic moments like a character crashing through doors in a haunted house, which elicits laughter and positive reactions from viewers. The use of items that allow for chaotic gameplay adds to the comedic experience.
- “I watched the Thank You Channel playing one of the stages using a gold medal item, where the player can break all the doors (both locked and normal) and dash around. I found it enjoyable and funny, especially the comments about a human crashing through a haunted house! XD”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users consistently highlight the game's exceptional replayability, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “Amazing replayability”
- “Amazing replayability”

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