Underplayed Gems

Shadow Bug (2017)

Shadow Bug cover
Developer
Muro Studios
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 111 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

Moving by attacking enemies gives a fluid, kinetic feeling as you slice through beautiful, twisted landscapes.

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What players say

A mobile port that replaces jumping with a dash-to-attack mechanic, controlled by mouse and keyboard. Players say it starts easy but grows challenging, with a sudden difficulty spike in the final levels. Some find the gameplay repetitive, and the odd boss designs are a highlight.

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