Shadow Labyrinth is a 2D action platformer and a genre-twisting alternate take on the iconic PAC-MAN. As The Swordsman, you wake on a mysterious planet amidst relics of wars past. To survive you will discover secrets, consume your enemies, and grow from prey to apex predator.
Platforms
Switch PC PS5 Series X|S Nintendo Switch 2Genres
Adventure PlatformThemes
Action Science fiction
Languages: English and 10 more
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Critic Reviews
Worth Playing
By Cody MedellinShadow Labyrinth is good if you set your expectations accordingly. The constant corpse eating makes the game feel darker than expected, while the mazes are a nice diversion. The overall mechanics don't stand out compared to other titles, but the basics are performed well enough that the game remains enjoyable. The presentation is good but not great, while the story and overall premise exists more as an exercise in head-scratching than something you're going to want to remember. Again, the game is better than expected but not extraordinary; Metroidvania fans will get some enjoyment out of this before moving on to stronger titles.
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By Mat�� �trbaOn paper, Shadow Labyrinth is a Metroidvania game that doesn't do anything wrong, but the result is just an average game. It doesn't excel in any area: the gameplay is mediocre and the graphics are uninspiring.
Cloud Dosage
By Adrià MAShadow Labyrinth is a surprisingly dark and demanding 2D action Metroidvania that successfully reimagines the Pac-Man universe. Its deep combat and labyrinthine level design are its best assets, reinforced by the distinctive Puck mechanic. However, its high difficulty and some discrete visual aspects may be an obstacle for some players.
ProjectN
By Vinicius RufinoShadow Labyrinth is a game celebrating 45 years of Pac-Man and offers a great “what if the game were like that?” possibility. Mysterious, labyrinthine, full of references, and with a deep, thought-provoking story. Unfortunately, the high price for the image quality delivered may scare off new players, but it’s certainly a full and refreshing dish for the old guard.
Qualbert.com
By Leigh ZemskiOne of the main themes from the Secret Level episode that acts as a prequel to Shadow Labyrinth is ‘strength in repetition’. They took that a step too far in Shadow Labyrinth itself. At times, it almost felt like a chore to play Shadow Labyrinth. There are certainly some good elements here, so the game isn’t a total failure by any stretch. However, the highlights are so few and far between that overall, I can’t in good conscience recommend this game to anyone other than the biggest Metroidvania or Pac-Man fans.
