Shadow King

About

In "Shadow King," help the Knights of Valor reclaim their castle from the invading Shadow King by exploring a large map, fighting enemies, and bosses, and discovering secret rooms. The game features a metroidvania-style of gameplay, with upgrades for moves and weapons available throughout the journey. With its unique areas, engaging soundtrack, and challenging platforming, players can expect an exciting adventure. move: ⬅️➡️, jump: ❎, attack: ⓩ, drop down: ❎+⬇️, talk/enter doors: ⬆️.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

graphics1 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Charming retro aesthetic with a fun, bite-sized metroidvania experience.
Simple and responsive controls that allow for enjoyable platforming and exploration.
Packed with secrets and upgrades, providing a surprising amount of content for its short playtime.

Very short gameplay length, which may not justify the price for some players.
Control scheme can be frustrating, with jump and action buttons mapped contrary to common conventions.
Some minor bugs and issues with jump inputs that can affect gameplay experience.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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75%
The gameplay is characterized as a charming, lo-fi microgame that offers a brief but engaging experience with simple, responsive controls and a limited set of mechanics that provide surprising depth. While it features a naive story and minor bugs, these do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment. Players should approach it as a light appetizer rather than a full-fledged game.
- “It's charmingly lo-fi and scuffed, with a completely naive story and simple gameplay that is just barely original enough not to be every other microvania, but not so original that you would've wanted a longer game to see it developed.”
- “If you buy this game, be aware going in that it is very much a microgame, a self-contained appetizer or snack of gameplay, not a full-size experience.”
- “It's charmingly lo-fi and scuffed, with a completely naive story and simple gameplay that is just barely original enough not to be every other microvania, but not so original that you would have wanted a longer game to see it developed.”
- “The controls are simple and responsive, while the gameplay gets a surprising amount of mileage out of a limited number of mechanics.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
300%
The story is characterized as charmingly lo-fi and naive, offering a simplistic narrative that, while slightly original, does not warrant a longer gameplay experience. Overall, it feels like a familiar entry in the microvania genre without significant depth or innovation.
- “The story is charmingly lo-fi and a bit rough around the edges, featuring a completely naive narrative that complements the simple gameplay.”
- “The plot is just original enough to stand out from other microvanias, yet not so unique that it leaves you wanting a longer experience to explore its potential.”
- “The story feels completely naive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “While the game has a charming lo-fi aesthetic, the narrative is simplistic and fails to offer anything truly original.”
- “The gameplay is just barely original enough to stand out from other microvanias, but the story doesn't provide enough substance to warrant a longer experience.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their appealing retro aesthetic, which adds a nostalgic charm to the overall visual experience.
- “Really nice retro aesthetic.”