Underplayed Gems

House of Shadow (2023)

House of Shadow cover
Developer
High Clarity Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, Free To Play
Rating
5.0 of 5, 9 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

You navigate interconnected pixel-art areas, timing jumps and dodging monsters on the way to a final boss, unlocking upgrades as you go.

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What players say

Players call it a short but solid metroidvania with clever platforming and a fair price for its length. The final boss is a notorious difficulty spike that stops some players from finishing. The art is minimal, but the gameplay tightens around a tough but rewarding experience.

Screenshots

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