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Cyber Shadow

Cyber Shadow

January 26, 2021
Yacht Club Games
4.5/5.0(445 reviews)
Action
Great

Overall, player feedback for Cyber Shadow is overwhelmingly positive, with many praising its challenging gameplay, aesthetic design, and nostalgic callback to retro platformers. However, some players express frustration over the game's difficulty spikes and certain design choices, particularly around the checkpoint system and player controls.

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About This Game

In Cyber Shadow, players dive into a dystopian future where they control Shadow, the last ninja of his clan, on a quest to defeat Dr. Progen and unravel his dark history. This action-packed platformer combines precise controls with beautifully crafted pixel art and a captivating storyline, all set against the backdrop of the dangerous Mekacity.

Highlights

  • Experience thrilling ninja platforming with unique abilities
  • Face over a dozen diverse bosses, including massive war machines
  • Uncover a deep story filled with betrayal and secrets
  • Beautifully detailed 8-bit art with fluid animations
  • Dynamic soundtrack by Enrique Martin enhances gameplay atmosphere
  • Supports 120Hz mode for optimal performance and reduced latency

Platforms

PS4
PS5

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone 10+
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)EnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianJapaneseKoreanPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanish

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Side view

Player Reviews

Great

Overall, player feedback for Cyber Shadow is overwhelmingly positive, with many praising its challenging gameplay, aesthetic design, and nostalgic callback to retro platformers. However, some players express frustration over the game's difficulty spikes and certain design choices, particularly around the checkpoint system and player controls.

Pros

  • • Challenging and rewarding gameplay
  • • Beautiful pixel art and nostalgic design
  • • Excellent soundtrack
  • • Variety in level and enemy design
  • • Strong sense of progression and character abilities

Cons

  • • Frustrating difficulty spikes
  • • Checkpoints too far apart
  • • Inconsistent parry mechanics
  • • Lack of crouching feature
  • • Occasional input response issues

Based on 100 reviews from steam

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Cyber Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyber Shadow worth playing?
Cyber Shadow has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.5 out of 5 across 445 reviews.
Is Cyber Shadow single-player or multiplayer?
Cyber Shadow supports single player.
What platforms is Cyber Shadow available on?
Cyber Shadow is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did Cyber Shadow release?
Cyber Shadow released on January 26, 2021.
What is Cyber Shadow's age rating?
Cyber Shadow carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone 10+.