Neutronized's Shadow Trick: A Charming Retro Platformer
Neutronized, the studio behind this year's Shovel Pirate and other titles like Slime Labs 3, Super Cat Tales, and Yokai Dungeon: Monster Games, has released a new platformer: Shadow Trick. True to Neutronized's style, it's a short, fun, and charming game with a simple premise. Its 16-bit pixel art style gives it a delightful retro feel, and best of all, it's free-to-play.
Gameplay: Shadow Manipulation
In Shadow Trick, players control a wizard capable of transforming into a shadow. This core mechanic is cleverly implemented to solve puzzles and navigate challenging levels. Players must seamlessly switch between their physical and shadow forms to bypass obstacles, evade traps, and outsmart enemies.
A Magical Castle Adventure
The game unfolds within a magical castle, featuring diverse biomes, hidden perils, and formidable bosses. Across 24 levels, players must collect three moon crystals per level to unlock the complete ending. A true challenge awaits those seeking perfection: defeating all bosses without taking any damage to obtain all 72 crystals. Some bosses, like the elusive red ghost, present unique and frustrating challenges.
Varied Environments and Unique Bosses
Shadow Trick boasts a variety of environments, including aquatic levels where players must navigate as shadows, encountering unusual and memorable fish bosses.
Worth a Look?
With its appealing retro pixel art, impressive environments, and catchy chiptune soundtrack, Shadow Trick offers a visually engaging and enjoyable experience. If you're a fan of retro-styled platformers, it's definitely worth checking out on the Google Play Store.
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