Shadow Complex: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Shadow Complex (2009) is a shooter, platform, puzzle, adventure video game developed by ChAIR Entertainment Group, available on PS4, PC, X360, XONE. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 85/100 on IGDB.

What is Shadow Complex about?

Shadow Complex is presented in 2.5D format; the game world is fully three-dimensional, but the player can only move in two dimensions, simulating the environment of a classic side-scrolling video game. Enemies can, however, move in any direction, and auto-aim is utilized to allow the player to fire at nearby enemies or objects both inside and outside of the 2D plane. The player can use the right control stick to aim with a laser sight. Gameplay in Shadow Complex was inspired by Super Metroid and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. The gameplay takes many cues from Metroid: the player can move freely throughout the expansive game world, defeating enemies with a variety of weapons, and as they overcome challenges, they gain new abilities and weapons which allow them to reach new areas. The game rewards the player with experience points as they complete objectives and defeat enemies. The pl

Key details

Shadow Complex was released in 2009 and supports single player. Platforms: PS4, PC, X360, XONE. Developer: ChAIR Entertainment Group.

Should you play Shadow Complex?

With a 85/100 aggregate score, Shadow Complex ranks among the best-reviewed games in its genre and is widely considered a must-play.