Shadows Are Alive

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Enter the ever-changing world of Shadows Are Alive! Team up, channel epic alter-egos, and outwit "The Shift" in a shape-shifting haunted mansion. Relentless suspense, vibrant visuals, and unmatched strategy. Can you escape the mansion before time runs out?

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

graphics2 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game has a fun concept and interesting mechanics, making it enjoyable to play with friends.
The art style and atmosphere are well-executed, providing a spooky yet cozy experience.
The developers are responsive and eager to improve the game, showing potential for future updates.

The game is plagued with bugs that significantly hinder gameplay, including movement issues and unclear objectives.
Many character abilities do not function as intended, leading to frustration during play.
The main menu and tutorial experience are poorly designed, causing confusion and annoyance for players.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as very fun and engaging, with interesting mechanics that allow players to explore maps without pressure. However, there are notable issues, such as glitches in minigames and difficulties in object interaction, which detract from the overall experience. Players express a desire for improvements, particularly in bug fixes and the addition of a first-person mode to enhance gameplay.
- “A very fun game! I had a chance to play both maps without a shift after me, which helped me get a lay of the maps without stress and see what to expect. My only annoyance was the carnival map, as the bumper car minigame glitched out, giving me enough parts to fix the ferris wheel and complete the map without being able to do the rest of the minigames. Overall, it was very fun, and I tried to do it in a livestream. If it's polished enough in terms of gameplay-breaking bugs being fixed and a first-person mode to make it easier to pick up objects (I found a vial of stuff I needed under a wardrobe that didn't want to be picked up), I would likely return to this to try and get a lobby full of people.”
- “Fun game, interesting mechanics.”
- “A very fun game! I had a chance to play both maps without a shift after me, which helped me get a lay of the maps without stress and see what to expect.”
- “My annoyance was the carnival map as the bumper car minigame glitched out, giving me enough parts to fix the ferris wheel and complete the map without being able to do the rest of the minigames.”
- “If it's polished enough in terms of gameplay-breaking bugs being fixed and a first-person mode to make it easier to pick up objects, I would likely return to this to try and get a lobby full of people.”
- “I found a vial of stuff I needed under a wardrobe that didn't want to be picked up.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are highly praised for their unique art style and impressive visuals, which contribute to a captivating atmosphere. Reviewers consistently express their admiration for the overall aesthetic and creative design.
- “Awesome visuals and atmosphere.”
- “Love the art style and overall idea of the game.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as appearing to be a cash grab, particularly given its $14.99 price point, leading some users to express relief at having accessed it for free.
- “I don't know why it's $14.99; it makes it seem like a cash grab, so I'm glad we got it for free.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, particularly with glitches causing multiple doors to spawn in a single doorway and doors spinning uncontrollably. These recurring problems detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- “Glitches that make multiple doors spawn in one doorway, and doors that glitch out and spin around.”
- “Glitches that make multiple doors spawn in one doorway, and doors that glitch out and spin around.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players noting significant performance issues that detract from the overall experience. While some found humor in the game's shortcomings, the consensus is that poor optimization is a major drawback.
- “The only positive thing I can say is that my friends and I got a few laughs out of it, but that was just because of how poorly optimized the game was.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its stunning visuals, creating an immersive and captivating experience for players.
- “Awesome visuals and atmosphere.”