Manipulate light and darkness in this co-op puzzle platformer. Shadow Puppeteer combines platforming with puzzle-solving in a play of light and shadow. Having a truly Nordic yet original art style, the game tells the story of a boy and his shadow. Shadow Puppeteer is a co-op experience that focuses on teamwork and seeing the world through different perspectives. The combination of the characters' skills unite and complete them.
About the story
The boy is one of the many people that have been separated from their shadows by the mischievous Shadow Puppeteer. Luckily, his shadow managed to elude capture and together they chase the villain to free the stolen shadows. Manipulate the objects and their shadow in a cohesive play between you and your friend, in order to solve puzzles and get past all the challenges that lay ahead on your great journey.
Platforms
PC WiiUGenres
Adventure Indie Platform PuzzleThemes
Fantasy
Languages: Spanish (Spain) and 9 more
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| Portuguese (Portugal) |
Media
Critic Reviews
Gaming Nexus
By Russell ArcheyShadow Puppeteer is an enjoyable game—if you can get past a few frustrations. The platforming is tedious at times, with you controlling both the boy and his shadow, though figuring out how to get through each area isn't all that difficult. Sadly, the game is somewhat short, only taking a few hours to get through. But if you're playing with someone, it can make for a fun afternoon.
NintendoWorldReport
By Daan KoopmanThe game was clearly not optimized for the system and some additional polish could have gone a long way. Next to that, it is just a really short game that I can only recommend in co-op. If you do decide to take the plunge, you can't go wrong with the puzzles and story, but you will have to put up with a lot to truly enjoy yourself.
FNintendo
By Ruben AbreuIn single-player mode, Shadow Puppeteer is a much weaker game, technical issues and control problems become more evident and it's not challenging enough to justify a new go. Despite being based on several good ideas, Shadow Puppeteer performs way below its potential.
Nintendo News
By Kerry-Lee CopseyShadow Puppeteer is an admirable attempt at a fun, unique co-operative experience, but is ultimately let down by its lack of technical polish.
God is a Geek
By Richard SimpsonThe puzzles are fun, it could benefit from some polish in terms of presentation, but you'll enjoy Shadow Puppeteer more with a second player by your side.
