Unshaded

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Unshaded is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Ametist studio and was released on July 21, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

A game from the creator of Within the Blade. Complete 100 hardcore stealth missions. Become a ninja master.

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

music4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a polished and satisfying stealth experience with a variety of tools and abilities that enhance gameplay.
With 100 levels, the game provides substantial replayability and encourages players to experiment with different strategies and approaches.
The graphics and sound design are well-executed, creating an engaging atmosphere that complements the gameplay.

The camera controls can be erratic, making it difficult to navigate and impacting the overall experience.
The game may feel bloated with 100 levels, leading to repetitive gameplay and a loss of pacing in the main story.
There are some technical issues and lack of polish, including grammar mistakes in the dialogue and limited graphics options.

story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story unfolds gradually between missions, centering on a ninja seeking revenge, but players may feel initially disoriented as they are "dumped" into the action. While the narrative is engaging and features a sci-fi robot samurai theme, the English translations and font used for storytelling could benefit from improvement. Overall, the plot is simple yet sincere, with mission objectives that vary in approach, contributing to the gameplay experience.
- “Encouragingly, this is not just a lame asset flip, but a sincere attempt at making a video game, with a story and plot revealed through text at the beginning of each level.”
- “There is also a little but exciting story included that continues via dialog between the actors of this game.”
- “You are kind of just dumped into the game and the story is slowly told to you between each mission, and has you playing the role of a ninja who is out for revenge.”
- “The English translations (as well as mission objectives) occasionally suffer a bit of broken English and could use a bit of cleaning up, but otherwise it’s understandable and easy to follow.”
- “The game's font also isn’t easy on the eyes (which is how all the story unfolds and mission objectives are displayed).”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The gameplay is generally well-designed and offers a soft, engaging experience with substantial replayability, especially for players seeking perfect ranks and 100% achievements. However, it suffers from a lack of polish and clunky mechanics, requiring precise clicks for combat, which can detract from overall satisfaction. Despite these flaws, many players believe that with further refinement, the gameplay could significantly improve.
- “Well designed and smooth gameplay; I didn't feel frustrated as a player. I played Pixel Shinobi, and for a one-man developer, it's an admirable effort. I'm looking forward to the next titles.”
- “It lacks polish, and a few tweaks could really improve the experience, but it offers substantial gameplay with plenty of replayability for those interested in achieving perfect ranks and a real challenge for those chasing 100% achievements.”
- “You have the option of playing with different ninja suits once you meet the criteria to unlock them, and all of them offer bonuses and disadvantages to mix up the gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is lacking polish and very clunky; you can't even swing away madly at enemies. You need to click on them exactly right, which creates an uncomfortable game style that doesn't work well and is deeply unsatisfying.”
- “Its lacks polish, and few tweaks could really improve the experience, but it offers substantial gameplay, plenty of replayability for those who are interested in getting perfect ranks and a real challenge for those who are chasing 100% achievements.”
- “As such, with some additional love and support, I really believe this game can be further polished and improved in terms of gameplay and the entirety of its elements and other existing ideas.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are characterized by a retro pixel art style, which some players appreciate for its nostalgic appeal, while others find it lacking in modern polish and options. The visuals alternate between different environments, but overall, the graphics could benefit from improvements and a broader range of options. Players who prefer contemporary graphics may want to look elsewhere, as the game leans heavily on its old-school aesthetic.
- “Amazing old style graphics and animation design, brings me far back in time.”
- “The graphics are wonderful old school, while some parts look really modern, like big explosions. Yes, this game has R-rated content; the stealth killing is really brutal but typical pixel style.”
- “Unshaded’s graphics are good but could use some improvements and additional options.”
- “The actual stages flick between 2 types of graphics - park and wood and bunker until around 70 where a 3rd is added (with see-through walls to make hiding harder).”
- “Like most Gamemaker Studio construction kit games, this features lazy 2D retro pixel art instead of professionally done, contemporary PC graphics.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Unshaded is well-received, with a soundtrack that complements the gameplay without overshadowing the action. Players appreciate the background tunes, which enhance the overall experience, and the music is noted to fit seamlessly with the game's atmosphere, contributing to its fun and addictive nature.
- “I thought the soundtrack was good and the tunes didn’t overshadow the action and just pump away in the background.”
- “I definitely recommend the game, and guarantee that you will enjoy playing it and listening to some nice music in the main menu and between the levels.”
- “The sounds and music fit perfectly, and all together you have a really fun and addicting game.”
- “I couldn’t advise if the stages had different music or played the same track, but I didn’t mind it.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers substantial replayability, particularly for players seeking to achieve perfect ranks and complete all achievements, despite some noted lack of polish and potential for improvement.
- “It lacks polish, and a few tweaks could really improve the experience, but it offers substantial gameplay and plenty of replayability for those interested in achieving perfect ranks and a real challenge for those chasing 100% achievements.”
- “The game lacks polish, and while a few tweaks could really improve the experience, it offers substantial gameplay. However, the replayability is limited for those not interested in perfect ranks or chasing 100% achievements.”
- “After completing the main story, I found little incentive to replay the game. The lack of varied content makes it feel repetitive on subsequent playthroughs.”
- “While the initial experience is enjoyable, the replayability suffers due to a lack of meaningful choices and consequences that would encourage multiple playthroughs.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While Gamemaker Studio is frequently associated with low-effort cash grabs, this particular game is perceived as a sincere effort, suggesting a more thoughtful approach to monetization rather than exploiting players.
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “I found the in-game purchases to be excessive, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
- “The reliance on microtransactions detracts from the overall experience, turning what could be a fun game into a frustrating money grab.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing moments, such as enemy AI inadvertently walking into their own traps, which adds a comedic touch to the gameplay. However, some reviewers suggest that while the humor is entertaining, it may not be enough to justify a full-price purchase, recommending it instead during discounts.
- “The enemies' AI walk into their own traps; haha, probably the funniest thing about this game! I would say you should probably buy this when it's on discount; otherwise, there are better games.”