Underplayed Gems

Beyond Shadowgate (2024)

Beyond Shadowgate cover
Developer
Zojoi LLC., GrahfMetal
Publisher
Zojoi LLC.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure
Rating
4.8 of 5, 293 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 9.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A classic point-and-click adventure that feels like exploring an expansive, retro fantasy world with deliberate puzzle-solving and a story-rich atmosphere.

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What players say

Players adore this as a faithful sequel to the NES Shadowgate, with puzzles, multiple endings, and a soundtruck that captures the original's spirit. Some find it more linear and forgiving than the classic, with fetch quests and fewer deadly red herrings.

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