Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet (2012)

Developer

Shadow Planet Productions

Publisher

Xbox Game Studios

Platforms

Windows, macOS, Linux

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie

Rating

4.4 of 5, 906 player ratings

Typical playtime

about 9.6 hours

Where to get it

Steam

How it feels

Navigating a strange, hand-drawn alien world where quiet exploration of intricate puzzles gives way to bursts of frantic combat with bizarre creatures.

atmosphericpsychedelicexploration-drivenpuzzle-heavyaction-shooterhand-drawn aestheticmetroidvania-styletense

What players say

Players praise the striking art style and exploration in this short metroidvania, but many find its mechanics underutilized and some puzzles frustratingly obtuse. The game leaves a strong impression despite its rough edges, with most finishing in 4 to 9 hours.

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