ShadowBringer

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ShadowBringer is a single player action game. It was developed by Marshmallow Hammer and was released on May 6, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Escape the underground research facility and discover the truth of your origin. ShadowBringer is a 3D stealth game where you take on the role of a shadowy monster. Awakened with no recollection of the past, a voice in your head whispers softly to you: "Get out of this place".

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 142 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique concept where light acts as a health bar, creating an interesting stealth dynamic.
Visually captivating with good graphics and an intriguing atmosphere, making it enjoyable for a short playthrough.
It's free to play, making it accessible for players looking for a quick and fun stealth experience.

The game is very short, typically taking only 20-45 minutes to complete, leaving players wanting more content.
Lacks a save system or checkpoints, forcing players to restart levels upon failure, which can be frustrating.
The AI is simplistic and unchallenging, reducing the overall tension and excitement during gameplay.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
61%
12%
The gameplay in Shadowbringer is characterized by its unique shadow-based mechanics that allow players to manipulate light and darkness, creating an intriguing atmosphere and fresh platforming experience. While many praise the game's original concept and solid mechanics, some players find the pacing slow and repetitive, particularly during combat and terminal hacking sequences. Overall, the game is seen as a promising proof of concept with potential for improvement and expansion in future developments.
- “The shadow-based mechanics, which allow you to manipulate light and darkness to solve puzzles and progress through the world, are an intriguing and original element.”
- “Its visual style and mysterious narrative create an intriguing atmosphere, and the shadow-based mechanics offer a fresh take on the platforming genre.”
- “The mechanics are done well, the graphics look great, and the gameplay was fun.”
- “The gameplay gets a bit slow-paced here as there's a fair number of enemies to deal with, plus a lot of having to sit around hacking terminals (essentially standing in one place holding one button down for several seconds) and hoping light traps don't activate to interrupt you.”
- “This combined with the somewhat average gameplay just means that this can become a bit tedious, that's all.”
- “If the game had a Dishonored-like style to its gameplay where you have multiple methods of approaching a situation and a full-on actual fighting mechanic rather than force choking guard bots from behind for the 9000th time or new powers to play with to spice up kills.”
story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
48%
14%
The game's story is generally viewed as interesting and engaging, though many players feel it is too short and lacks depth, with a desire for expansion and more detailed storytelling. While the narrative invites player interpretation and is described as amusing, it is often criticized for being vague and underdeveloped, leaving players wanting a more fleshed-out experience. Overall, the concept is appreciated, but there is a consensus that the story could benefit from additional content and detail.
- “The game tells an interesting story that I would like to see expanded, and if they made a full, buyable version of this, that would be awesome.”
- “The sparse dialogue and storytelling rely on player interpretation, inviting you to actively engage with the narrative and piece together the puzzle.”
- “I like the concept and the story is top notch.”
- “The game is short and has a very basic and vague story.”
- “A really cool game and concept, but there's not much story.”
- “The storyline isn't really that detailed...”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
39%
23%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their haunting beauty and intricate details, creating a captivating atmosphere that enhances the gameplay experience. However, some users express frustration over the lack of customizable graphics settings, which can hinder performance on lower-end devices. Overall, while the graphics are considered good, there are mixed feelings regarding their optimization and the game's length.
- “The graphics are both haunting and beautiful, painting a darkly atmospheric world that draws players into its shadowy embrace.”
- “The art style, with its intricate details and captivating lighting, immediately sets it apart.”
- “The mechanics are done well, the graphics look great, and the gameplay was fun.”
- “There are no graphics settings other than motion blur; I got confused because levels lack a simple explanation.”
- “You can't change your sensitivity, the graphics, or really anything, to be honest.”
- “Alright, I like the game so far, but with the difficulty quickly ramping up, combined with me being on a lower-end device and being unable to lower the graphics to improve performance, I can't recommend it.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by hauntingly beautiful graphics and a darkly immersive world that captivates players, enhanced by a mysterious narrative and innovative shadow-based mechanics. However, some players feel that it lacks sufficient horror and suspense, leaving a sense of incompleteness in the overall atmosphere. Overall, it evokes a unique blend of intrigue reminiscent of titles like Portal.
- “The graphics are both haunting and beautiful, painting a darkly atmospheric world that draws players into its shadowy embrace.”
- “Its visual style and mysterious narrative create an intriguing atmosphere, and the shadow-based mechanics offer a fresh take on the platforming genre.”
- “Had a portal-esque feel to its atmosphere.”
- “7/10 because I really enjoyed playing, but there wasn't enough horror, suspense, or atmosphere, so it felt like something was missing.”
- “Had a Portal-esque feel to its atmosphere.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality, contributing positively to the overall sound experience.
- “The sound design and music in this game are exceptional, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
- “I love the soundtrack; it perfectly complements the gameplay and enhances the overall experience.”
- “The music is not only catchy but also adds emotional depth to the game's narrative.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, user feedback on stability is mixed; while some players report significant bugs that affect gameplay, others have experienced minimal issues, attributing any problems to their own actions rather than inherent flaws in the game. The game's unique mechanics and enjoyable experience seem to outweigh the stability concerns for many.
- “Loved the idea, but it's too buggy for me.”
- “Besides the teleportation being a little buggy, it was a fun game!”
- “It's a short and sweet game with some pretty special mechanics, but I found it to be buggy.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly when combined with average gameplay, which can lead to a less engaging experience overall.
- “This combined with the somewhat average gameplay just means that this can become a bit tedious, that's all.”
- “The grinding feels endless and often detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which made the experience feel more like a chore than fun.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been criticized for being extremely poor, particularly for players on lower-end devices who struggle with performance issues and lack options to adjust graphics settings for better gameplay.
- “Extremely badly optimized.”
- “Alright, I like the game so far, but with the difficulty quickly ramping up, combined with me being on a lower-end device and being unable to lower the graphics to improve performance, I can't recommend it.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as very funny, particularly highlighting the character of Füngiman, which adds a unique comedic element to the overall experience.
- “Very funny füngiman.”