Neutronized's latest platformer, Shadow Trick, is a charming and concise title. The developer, known for enjoyable games like Shovel Pirate, Slime Labs 3, Super Cat Tales, and Yokai Dungeon: Monster Games, delivers another fun, free-to-play experience. Its retro 16-bit pixel art style adds to its appeal.

Gameplay in Shadow Trick:

As the title suggests, you play a wizard capable of transforming into a shadow to overcome puzzles. This core mechanic is cleverly implemented. Players must seamlessly shift between their physical and shadow forms to navigate obstacles, evade traps, and outsmart enemies.

The game unfolds within a magical castle, featuring diverse environments, hidden perils, and challenging bosses. Across 24 levels, three moon crystals are concealed in each, crucial for unlocking the complete ending. A perfect run requires defeating all bosses without taking damage to collect all 72 crystals. Be warned, some bosses, like the elusive red ghost, present a significant challenge.

Expect a variety of settings, including aquatic levels requiring shadow-form navigation and encounters with quirky fish bosses.

Worth Your Time?

Shadow Trick boasts excellent retro pixel art visuals and captivating environments, complemented by catchy chiptune music. If you enjoy retro-styled platformers, it's definitely worth checking out on the Google Play Store.

For another gaming recommendation, explore our review of the strategy game, The Life Of A Librarian In Kakureza Library.