Not a very special metroidvania beyond the nostalgia. Passable exploration and atmosphere that might be inspired by the early MGS game, but also 100 percent dumber writing. Exploration for goodies isn't that rewarding. You can increase your grenade carry limit so much before you hit a point where its difficult to run out pf them between save points, and then your grenade carry limit doesn't matter anymore. There is a little bit of stealth. Not a lot, but this is rare in a metroidvania game, so its good. Unfortunately the game has the worst bosses I have ever encountered. Many of them feel very lazy. Some of them feel like puzzles---but not particularly rewarding ones, like the Axiom Verge bosses. They're just very, very simple and don't feel like bosses at all. It's fun though. Get it on sale if you're a fan of the genre
Shadow Complex Remastered
$14.99
- Release Date:
- May 3, 2016
- Developer:
- ChAIR Entertainment
- Publisher:
- Epic Games
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac
Game Tags
About This Game
Powered by Unreal Engine technology, the “modern and masterful side-scroller” Shadow Complex became an instant classic when initially released in 2009, exclusively for Xbox 360. The fan favorite won more than 50 Game of the Year and Editor’s Choice Awards and was one of the most popular console games of the year. Shadow Complex Remastered features all the great content from the original game updated with exciting new enhancements and achievements to support its debut on Steam.
Giant Bomb - "5 out of 5 Stars - Amazing from start to finish!"
IGN - "The classic, exploration-heavy gameplay is a winner."
GameSpot - "An incredible adventure that won't be forgotten."
Worthplaying - "A love letter to Super Metroid"
Game Play Overview:
ChAIR’s fresh twist on classic side-scrolling design with modern, cutting-edge gameplay is amplified in Shadow Complex Remastered, featuring all the content from the award-winning original game, updated with graphical enhancements, all-new dynamic melee take-downs, and additional Achievements and Master Challenges.
Through 10+ hours of exploration and fast-paced combat, you’ll discover game-altering power-ups to overcome obstacles, thwart legions of enemies, and delve further into a mysterious and challenging, non-linear game world.
Core Game Play Elements:
- Original single-player experience inspired by classic non-linear exploration side-scrolling genre
- Open world design that evolves as the player explores and progresses through the game
- Huge, mysterious game world populated with legions of enemies, challenges, and jaw-dropping boss battles
- Dozens of unique game-altering power-ups and more than 100 additional items and enhancements to discover
- Intense game play infused with a compelling action-thriller storyline
- Incredible graphics with robust physics, made possible by Epic Games’ Unreal Engine 3
- Bonus Proving Grounds game mode provides side-challenges to help players become the ultimate Shadow Complex master
Updated Features:
- Up-rezzed characters, enemies, environments, and interface
- Updated lighting, post-processing, and visual effects
- New contextual melee take-downs
- New Achievements and Master Challenges
- Supports keyboard/mouse and PC controller with customizable controller and key bindings, and up to 4K resolution support
Story Synopsis:
Shadow Complex propels lost hiker Jason Fleming into the hollows of government conspiracy, dark political motives, and military upheaval. When Jason and his girlfriend Claire accidentally stumble upon a rogue paramilitary group called The Restoration, it soon becomes clear that the faction’s intent is to set in motion a chain of events that will cause America to collapse into a new civil war. Along the way, Jason acquires many high-tech “toys” The Restoration is developing, and eventually becomes a super-powered engine of destruction.
Follow Shadow Complex for the latest updates, discussions and more:
Forums: https://www.epicgames.com/shadowcomplex/forums/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Shadow-Complex-167583452520/?fref=ts
Twitter: https://twitter.com/shadowcomplex
Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/shadowcomplex
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairgames/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheChAIRGAMES
Giant Bomb - "5 out of 5 Stars - Amazing from start to finish!"
IGN - "The classic, exploration-heavy gameplay is a winner."
GameSpot - "An incredible adventure that won't be forgotten."
Worthplaying - "A love letter to Super Metroid"
Game Play Overview:
ChAIR’s fresh twist on classic side-scrolling design with modern, cutting-edge gameplay is amplified in Shadow Complex Remastered, featuring all the content from the award-winning original game, updated with graphical enhancements, all-new dynamic melee take-downs, and additional Achievements and Master Challenges.
Through 10+ hours of exploration and fast-paced combat, you’ll discover game-altering power-ups to overcome obstacles, thwart legions of enemies, and delve further into a mysterious and challenging, non-linear game world.
Core Game Play Elements:
- Original single-player experience inspired by classic non-linear exploration side-scrolling genre
- Open world design that evolves as the player explores and progresses through the game
- Huge, mysterious game world populated with legions of enemies, challenges, and jaw-dropping boss battles
- Dozens of unique game-altering power-ups and more than 100 additional items and enhancements to discover
- Intense game play infused with a compelling action-thriller storyline
- Incredible graphics with robust physics, made possible by Epic Games’ Unreal Engine 3
- Bonus Proving Grounds game mode provides side-challenges to help players become the ultimate Shadow Complex master
Updated Features:
- Up-rezzed characters, enemies, environments, and interface
- Updated lighting, post-processing, and visual effects
- New contextual melee take-downs
- New Achievements and Master Challenges
- Supports keyboard/mouse and PC controller with customizable controller and key bindings, and up to 4K resolution support
Story Synopsis:
Shadow Complex propels lost hiker Jason Fleming into the hollows of government conspiracy, dark political motives, and military upheaval. When Jason and his girlfriend Claire accidentally stumble upon a rogue paramilitary group called The Restoration, it soon becomes clear that the faction’s intent is to set in motion a chain of events that will cause America to collapse into a new civil war. Along the way, Jason acquires many high-tech “toys” The Restoration is developing, and eventually becomes a super-powered engine of destruction.
Follow Shadow Complex for the latest updates, discussions and more:
Forums: https://www.epicgames.com/shadowcomplex/forums/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Shadow-Complex-167583452520/?fref=ts
Twitter: https://twitter.com/shadowcomplex
Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/shadowcomplex
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairgames/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheChAIRGAMES
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User Reviews
Overwhelmingly Positive
2 user reviews
100%
Positive
User #466145
english
7 hrs at review
User #274068
english
1 hrs at review
One of the better Metroidvainias Ive played. Story is lackluster but the gameplay is great.
System Requirements
Minimum
Minimum:
- OS *: Windows 7 or higher
- Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 7800 (512MB cache)
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 2048 MB available space
Recommended
Recommended:
- OS *: Windows 7 or higher
- Processor: Intel Core i5
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GT 540 (1GB cache)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 2048 MB available space
FAQ
How much does Shadow Complex Remastered cost?
Shadow Complex Remastered costs $14.99.
What are the system requirements for Shadow Complex Remastered?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 or higher Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 7800 (512MB cache) DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 2048 MB available space Recommended: Recommended: OS *: Windows 7 or higher Processor: Intel Core i5 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GT 540 (1GB cache) DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 2048 MB available space
What platforms is Shadow Complex Remastered available on?
Shadow Complex Remastered is available on Windows PC, macOS.
Is Shadow Complex Remastered worth buying?
Shadow Complex Remastered has 100% positive reviews from 2 players.
When was Shadow Complex Remastered released?
Shadow Complex Remastered was released on May 3, 2016.
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