
Release
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Critic score
77/100
Platform families
6
Editorial overview
What it is
Dash, slice, and leap through masterfully designed levels filled with sharply honed ninja platforming action. Authentic 8-bit presentation with hand-crafted sprites, a detailed pixel aesthetic, and perfect controls. Modern touches like fluid animation, multi-layered parallax backgrounds, and evolved game design. Take down more than a dozen apocalyptic bosses, from enormous war machines to your synthetic clan rivals. Relive the authenticity of classic 8-bit challenge or experience it for the first time. with an added convenience or two.
The premise
In Cyber-Shadow, the world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow on a journey to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin. Slash through the techno hordes, leap past traps, and nimbly navigate the ruins of Mekacity.
Only you can unlock the secrets to your clan’s ancient powers in Cyber Shadow, the quintessential Ninja Action game.
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Connected releases
Core game only
Game data from IGDB
Play styles
Single player
Perspective
Side view
Themes
Action · Science fiction
Languages
12 supported
Cinematic archive
Official footage, in-game captures, and production artwork—collected into one immersive gallery.
Trailer
Story Trailer
Announcement Trailer
Production dossier
Cast, creators, hardware, release history, and the details that define how this game plays.

PlayStation 4
Gen 8

Linux

PC (Microsoft Windows)

PlayStation 5
Gen 9

Mac

Xbox One
Gen 8

Nintendo Switch
Gen 8