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Shift Quantum - A Cyber Noir Puzzle Platformer

$19.99
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Developer:
Fishing Cactus
Publisher:
Fishing Cactus
Platforms:
Windows
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In this one of a kind puzzle platformer, tease your brain with a unique mechanic called Shifting. Create negative space by inverting the black and white world to transform barriers into escape routes.

Shift the world, twist your environment, bend your mind to unveil its secrets and solve each brain-drilling level.

Make use of all special gameplay blocks to overcome obstacles and get to the exit to find the happiness you have been searching for and promised by Axon Vertigo, the secret company behind the Shift Quantum brain program.





Make use of the embedded level editor to create your own custom levels and publish them to the community, then play an unlimited amount of community levels coming from all platforms, STEAM, PS4™, Xbox and Switch!

Don't limit your challenges, challenge your limits.

FEATURES


  • Stylish black and white game world set in a cerebral cyber reality
  • 8 new and unique gameplay elements to challenge your brain with puzzle and action mechanics
  • A brand new story based on a mysterious AI controlled character
  • Solo content with over 100 unique levels that will test your abilities like never before
  • An easy-to-use, fully fledged cross-platforms level editor allowing you to create your own levels
  • Share and play levels from other platforms (Xbox one, Playstation 4 and Switch)
  • Level creation contests, speedruns and weekly votes for top levels and showcase
  • Astounding cyber-noir soundtrack to Shift Quantum created by Volkor X and Simon Felix.
  • Controller and keyboard support
  • Big picture support
  • Steam achievements and leaderboards
  • Cloud save progression
  • 4K Supported
  • Steam Controller supported

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User Reviews

Very Positive
42 user reviews
90%
Positive
2 hrs at review
Recommended

[h1] An Piece of art from the developers of Epistory - Typing Chronicles [/h1] Even though I am not a huge fan of this genre, the fact that it was developed by Fishing Cactus convinced me buying it. Shift Quantum is a great [b]cyber-punk puzzle platformer[/b]. One of the great things is [b]difficulty being build up[/b] nicely. In the beginning you'll be introduced to the games mechanics, get a hang of the shifting. Once you get the hang of the shifting part the game will introduce various other elements. These elements will require out of the box thinking, especially when you start shifting the gravity and use the main shifting mechanic. Furthermore it is the most beautiful cyber-punk game I have seen ever seen. The environment is amazing and every detail is finished to convey in this big picture. To finish off, they have introduced a story that will leave you with a lot of questions during the gameplay. It keeps you going with the feeling you are doing the levels for a reason. [...

18 helpful
4 hrs at review
Recommended

I played old shift game before around 10 years and i really love it. This game is a remake of shift quadrology from armorgames. I'm thai guys and i can buy cheaper than america zone (around 9 dollar) so i bought it quickly but 17.99 dollars for america zone is ver expensive, you maybe wait for steam summer sale. Recommended for old shift fan game and who want to play casual puzzle and who you are in the zone that can buy a cheap price.

7 helpful
2 hrs at review
Recommended

A great rendition of the classic flash games. Quantum introduces a variety of new blocks and mechanics which keeps the game fresh. I really love the level editor and smooth gameplay; the only thing I would add would be customizable controls. The soundtrack is amazing too!

4 helpful
6 hrs at review
Not Recommended

5/10 - kinda meh. Pick it up if you haven't played the Flash game, but a fairly forgettable experience otherwise. The game is a "spiritual successor" of sorts of the original Flash game. The foundational mechanic of shifting between the black and white "portions" of the level is here, but with better graphics, cool soundtrack, some lore, and support for modern systems (although you need Proton to run under Linux). If you have not played the original Flash game, this is a perfectly fine substitute. But the game has many flaws, resulting in a "meh" experience. [list] [*] The servers for the community levels are down (there are complaints about this since 2022 in the Steam forums), killing replayability and making the four related achievements unachievable. [*] The lore/storytelling is confusing, and the "story levels" cannot be replayed unless I wipe out my entire save; so I cannot replay those levels to try to understand what is going on. [*] The platforming is awkward. In many instan...

3 helpful
34 min at review
Recommended

Love the classic games. So far this one is taking it to the next level! Great work. <3

3 helpful
48 hrs at review
Recommended

A good sequel to one of the best flash game puzzle platformers.

2 helpful
19 hrs at review
Recommended

Just okay. Some nice, challenging puzzles, but story didn't make sense, and it was often unclear where you were supposed to go or what you were supposed to do. The only way to get 100% is to play the game through more than once, which only the most die hard achievement-hunter will do. It's very annoying that you can't simply go back and re-play a level (instead of having to start over from the beginning). That makes me feel like the devs are trying to manipulate me into spending more time playing the game (NOPE). I liked the original shift games (way back when, on Armor Games), but some of the magic of the original was lost here. What was really missing was the humor/playfulness of the original games. I hope they make more of these, but I recommend adding a little fun to the story.

2 helpful
5 hrs at review
Recommended

Very, very impressed by Shift Quantum. I was anticipating that the shifting mechanism would be confusing, but this has not been my experience at all. The learning curve has been smooth, with new ways to use the mechanism introduced to the player at an appropriate pace. The visuals and theme tie together well. Even the menu system is part of the experience, not just a break in immersion. I'm looking forward to more games by this developer.

2 helpful
3 hrs at review
Recommended

If you played the old flash game, this is basically exactly what you say except with a thick layer of atmosphere on top. If you didn't play the old flash game: This is a relatively good puzzle game whose central mechanic sounds simple but lends itself to good brainteasers. It does occasionally take a break from actual puzzles to give you a linear "story"/atmosphere segment (not that there's much story).

2 helpful
16 hrs at review
Recommended

really cool stuff ! the game play is very amusing and keeps u playing it until u get tired of it and finally decide to go to sleep! the story is something empty but very sweet to follow. u will enjoy it alongside the game play. try to do the levels all by yourself ... and if u really couldnt do it , just search for a walk trough guide.

1 helpful

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System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows 7 or above
  • Processor: Intel i5 or AMD equivalent
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: ATI Radeon HD6000 series -OR- GeForce GTX 600 (Does not support Intel Integrated Graphics Cards)
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Any integrated or dedicated sound card that supports directsound
  • Additional Notes: Online connection is required to share and download community levels

FAQ

How much does Shift Quantum - A Cyber Noir Puzzle Platformer cost?

Shift Quantum - A Cyber Noir Puzzle Platformer costs $19.99.

What are the system requirements for Shift Quantum - A Cyber Noir Puzzle Platformer?

Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 or above Processor: Intel i5 or AMD equivalent Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: ATI Radeon HD6000 series -OR- GeForce GTX 600 (Does not support Intel Integrated Graphics Cards) Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: Any integrated or dedicated sound card that supports directsound Additional Notes: Online connection is required to share and download community levels

What platforms is Shift Quantum - A Cyber Noir Puzzle Platformer available on?

Shift Quantum - A Cyber Noir Puzzle Platformer is available on Windows PC.

Is Shift Quantum - A Cyber Noir Puzzle Platformer worth buying?

Shift Quantum - A Cyber Noir Puzzle Platformer has 90% positive reviews from 42 players.

When was Shift Quantum - A Cyber Noir Puzzle Platformer released?

Shift Quantum - A Cyber Noir Puzzle Platformer was released on May 29, 2018.

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