Shadowmatic

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Shadowmatic is a single player casual puzzle game with a kids theme. It was developed by TRIADA Studio and was released on January 15, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

Shadowmatic is a visually striking puzzle game where you rotate abstract objects to form recognizable silhouettes in projected shadows. With 15 thematic rooms and over 100 levels, the game offers a relaxing and captivating experience. As described by Pocket Gamer, it is "simple to the point of beauty, and beautiful to the point of becoming a work of art." The game also includes an additional chapter, "Other Worlds," with 30 levels set in unique environments.

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,060 reviews

graphics107 positive mentions

monetization7 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a relaxing soundtrack, creating an immersive experience.
The unique concept of manipulating 3D objects to create shadows is both challenging and engaging.
The game is enjoyable and provides a good mental workout, making it a great choice for puzzle lovers.

The free version is very limited, with only a few levels available before requiring payment for the full game.
Controls can be awkward and difficult to master, especially with multi-piece puzzles.
Some players find the requirement for pixel-perfect adjustments to complete levels frustrating and tedious.

graphics
126 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their stunning quality, smooth animations, and artistic design. Players appreciate the high-definition visuals that enhance the overall gaming experience, often describing them as beautiful, immersive, and well-suited to the game's concept. Overall, the graphics are a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
- “Fantastic graphics, smooth controls, really challenging (especially the two-piece games).”
- “The graphics are incredible, very realistic and just really cool.”
- “Super smooth 60 fps gameplay with gorgeous graphics coupled with relaxing music and a cool concept with amazing puzzles makes this game deserve 5 stars.”
- “I never see this kind of graphics on mobile.”
- “Graphics mind blowing.”
- “Just mind blown with the awesome graphics.”
music
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many players appreciate how the soundtrack complements the game's visuals and puzzles, creating a soothing atmosphere that encourages focus and creativity. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and enjoyment.
- “The music really keeps you calm while matching the shadow; without this music, most people would have backed out being frustrated.”
- “The music creates a relaxing atmosphere ideal for puzzle-solving acuity, and the graphic quality is rendered spectacularly, pushing my high-end device to its full potential.”
- “Super smooth 60 fps gameplay with gorgeous graphics coupled with relaxing music and a cool concept with amazing puzzles makes this game deserve 5 stars.”
- “I just want to request you one thing that even I bought the full soundtrack but cannot find the soundtrack which plays in Christmas and another extra levels.”
- “Please provide all of the soundtrack.”
- “The music is refreshing and the shadows are on point.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is widely praised for its unique mechanics, smooth controls, and beautiful graphics, creating an engaging and relaxing experience. Many players find it addictive and enjoyable, with a perfect balance of challenge and simplicity, although some note the limited gameplay time unless the full version is purchased. Overall, the game is described as a refreshing and comforting puzzle experience that stands out for its creativity and execution.
- “Controls are nice and smooth, the gameplay is straightforward, but the principle is quite different.”
- “Super smooth 60 fps gameplay with gorgeous graphics coupled with relaxing music and a cool concept with amazing puzzles makes this game deserve 5 stars.”
- “Brilliant gameplay, and just the right level of challenge.”
- “An entire 5 minutes of gameplay unless you buy the full game, lmao.”
- “Good game and fun but unless you buy the premium version there is around 10 minutes of gameplay.”
- “10 min total gameplay.”
monetization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is highly praised, with users appreciating the absence of ads and intrusive payment requests, which enhances immersion and enjoyment. Players feel that the lack of ads allows for a more engaging experience, distinguishing it from other games that rely heavily on monetization strategies. Overall, the game's ad-free model contributes significantly to its positive reception.
- “No ads and no nagging from the game help a lot with the immersion!”
- “There were no ads; you got to play a few levels before getting the option to pay for the game.”
- “Awesome genius and fun, no ads and no money request to continue, 5 stars all the way.”
- “It would be a cool console game, but as an app with ads every time you finish a level, it wasn't worth the constant play.”
- “First-rate puzzle unlike those cash grab ones you see in advertisements.”
- “No boring ads...yet.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its beautiful and detailed visuals, with effective use of lighting and shadows that enhance the puzzle-solving experience. The relaxing music complements the environment, creating an immersive setting that fully utilizes high-end graphics capabilities. Overall, players find the atmosphere to be a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “I love this game; the atmosphere is beautiful. I like how the background matches with the shadows you need to solve. Everything is just detailed—the shadows and the lighting. I enjoy those elements in games.”
- “The atmosphere and environment are on point.”
- “The music creates a relaxing atmosphere ideal for puzzle-solving acuity, and the graphic quality is rendered spectacularly, pushing my high-end device to its full potential.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and frustrating, as it often requires making numerous small adjustments to complete puzzles that are otherwise quickly understood. While the concept is interesting and well-executed, the repetitive nature of these adjustments detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “I found the minuscule adjustments needed to get the right shape tedious.”
- “I saw the intended shapes pretty fast, so in my mind the puzzle is then solved, but then the game requires multiple very small adjustments to make the shape complete. This I found annoying, tedious, and rather irritating.”
- “I spent the $3 to unlock the full version and found that the game became tedious.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, running smoothly on mobile devices without any crashes or performance issues reported by users.
- “It runs smoothly on my phone as well, with no crashes or issues.”
- “The optimization is impressive; I can play for hours without any lag.”
- “I love how well the game adapts to different devices, providing a seamless experience.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been noted for its low replayability, with players expressing that once completed, there is little incentive to revisit it.
- “The game has low replayability value.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant stability issues, including the app failing to function properly and experiencing screen glitches.
- “The app won't work properly; I keep experiencing screen glitches.”
- “Frequent crashes make it impossible to enjoy the game.”
- “The game is constantly freezing, which ruins the overall experience.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is derived from its quirky controls, which can feel unpredictable at first but ultimately lead to amusing moments as players adapt. This blend of challenge and humor encourages creative thinking, making the experience both entertaining and engaging.
- “It makes you think, and it's funny.”
- “The controls were a little funny to get down as it doesn't really feel like the shapes move the way you want all the time, but eventually everything seems to fall into place.”