Shadow Ninja: Apocalypse

50%
Game Brain Score Based on 50 reviews
  • graphics
  • music
  • story
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In "Shadow Ninja: Apocalypse," take on the role of a powerful ninja in a post-apocalyptic world filled with danger. Master stealth gameplay, acrobatic maneuvers, and ninja skills to outwit enemies and bosses across intense platforming sequences. Customize your ninja's abilities and appearance for a unique experience in this action-packed adventure.

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50%
Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews
humor2 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game provided a sense of joy and hope during a difficult time, helping players to relax and escape their troubles.
  • It's a simple and cheap endless runner that can be entertaining for short periods, making it suitable for casual gaming.
  • Some players found it addictive and challenging, appreciating the straightforward gameplay despite its simplicity.
  • The game suffers from poor graphics and design, resembling a low-quality flash game with unresponsive controls.
  • Many players found the gameplay monotonous and repetitive, leading to boredom after a short time.
  • There are significant technical issues, such as lack of customization options and poor collision detection, making it frustrating to play.
  • graphics6 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews; while some praise the impressive quality for an indie title, others criticize the use of outdated retro pixel art and the lack of customization options, leading to a perception of low-quality visuals. Overall, the graphics seem to detract from the experience for some players, who feel that more focus on modern art style and physics could have enhanced the game significantly.

    • “The graphics of the game are incredible for an indie game.”
    • “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
    • “There's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
    • “There's no way for gamers to improve the low-quality graphics.”
  • music5 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it relaxing and thematically appropriate, while others criticize it for being repetitive and poorly executed. Many users noted that the title screen music loops throughout the game, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment. Overall, the music seems to detract from the gaming experience for a significant number of players.

    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “The music isn't bad; you just better hope you really like that title screen music, because it's what plays throughout the whole game.”
    • “It's an interesting concept, I'll give them that, but the execution is just terrible and the music makes it highly not worth it.”
    • “Visual gamma makes my eyes bleed, looped 'music' does the same effect to my ears, and the gameplay kills my brain.”
    • “Also not a fan of the music, but it goes with the theme... just not a fan of it.”
  • story4 mentions

    The game's story is perceived as lacking depth and engagement, with one user highlighting a moral about perseverance, while others criticize the poorly designed story menu and minimal narrative content. Overall, the storytelling aspect is seen as underwhelming and frustrating.

    • “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “No story, no nothing, except for steam cards, and a little bit of challenge, on how to not mess with three buttons this game allows you to use.”
    • “The story menu is a picture of some poorly laid out comic frames that cannot be exited.”
    • “The only way to exit the story menu is to close the program.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized as an endless runner that some may find enjoyable, but many users criticize it for its poor controls, lack of engaging mechanics, and overall boredom. Additionally, the visual and audio elements detract significantly from the experience, leading to a negative reception.

    • “It's an endless runner; the gameplay is enjoyable, but it really depends on your personal preferences.”
    • “The gameplay is engaging and keeps you on your toes, making each run feel unique and exciting.”
    • “Crappy controls, boring, lack of mechanics.”
    • “Visual gamma makes my eyes bleed, looped music does the same effect to my ears, and the gameplay kills my brain.”
    • “It's an endless runner; gameplay is okay-ish, depends really on you if you enjoy it or not.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization practices of Boogygames studios have been criticized for being unethical, as they allegedly engage in plagiarism by using uncredited assets from other creators, leading to accusations of cash grab tactics and low-quality shovelware. This pattern raises concerns about the integrity of their business model and respect for original content.

    • “It's important to note that the developers didn't credit any of the artists or actual game developers who created the assets, which raises concerns about plagiarism and makes this feel like a cash grab.”
    • “Boogygames Studios have shown a repeated pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab, either through this account or closely linked/alternate accounts.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The game is praised for its humor, with players highlighting the opening line as particularly funny, setting a lighthearted tone for the experience.

    • “Funny game.”
    • “The opening line was hilarious!!!”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players report a strong emotional impact, often feeling deeply moved by pivotal moments in the game, such as realizing the stakes involved, which can lead to tears and a profound connection to the narrative.

    • “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
    • “The story's depth made me feel a profound connection to the characters, leaving me emotionally drained yet fulfilled.”
    • “I found myself reflecting on my own life choices as the game unfolded, which made the experience incredibly impactful.”
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