Shardlight

 PC
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 26
  3. Negative: 1 out of 26
  1. The Games Machine
    Mar 9, 2016
    90
    This new adventure game from Wadjet Eye is a small, retro-looking gem. Not so difficult to play (especially if you're a fan of the genre), it tells a great, captivating and deep story, set in a dramatic dystopia, that will stay in your heart for a long, long time.
  2. IGN Italia
    Mar 7, 2016
    90
    Even though puzzles are a bit on the easy side, narration, world building and mature themes are top notch and make Shardlight a beautiful graphic adventure.
  3. Ragequit.gr
    Mar 8, 2016
    89
    Post apocalyptic dread, a society on the brink of revolution and The Reaper Himself stalking the poisoned skies. Shardlight combines the eerie splendor of Primordia’s abandoned wasteland with a poignant political narrative. Easily one of Wadjet Eye’s finest releases.
  5. Digital Chumps
    Mar 14, 2016
    88
    Shardlight is another excellent point-and-click adventure game from the small but fiercely dedicated and skilled bunch at Wadjet Eye Games.
  6. NZGamer
    Apr 6, 2016
    85
    A familiar tale, but expertly told.
  7. Vandal
    Mar 12, 2016
    85
    Shardlight delivers a great old-school adventure, with a great pace and a very interesting take on some topics usually hard to deal with.
  8. Everyeye.it
    Mar 10, 2016
    85
    It's really a pleasant surprise: a game that will keep you busy with interesting challenges, and delivers some memorable storytelling.
  9. GameWatcher
    Mar 8, 2016
    85
    In many ways Shardlight is a typical WadjetEye adventure game - low-res graphics, common sense puzzle solutions, wildly imaginative, well written and hugely entertaining.
  10. RPG Fan
    Apr 8, 2016
    82
    A solid point-and-click which is a worthwhile purchase for fans of the genre.
  11. Pelit (Finland)
    May 9, 2016
    81
    A traditional point & click adventure without the cliches and problems of the genre. The ending feels rushed and the game is overall slightly too easy, but otherwise Shardlight is a treat. [May 2016]
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  12. Eurogamer Italy
    May 12, 2016
    80
    The new adventure of Wadjet Eye Games is a small masterpiece. Easy to complete, fit ascinates the player thanks to a deep plot and a protagonist admirably characterized.
  13. GameOver.gr
    Apr 14, 2016
    80
    Offering a stylistically refreshing approach to a post nuclear world, Shardlight is a pixelated journey through the human darkness.
  14. PLAY! Zine
    Apr 6, 2016
    80
    Set in a dystopian post-apocalyptic world, Shardlight is another great point & click adventure game from Wadjet Eye that might not have the greatest graphics, but tells a grounded story of scary, but possible future of mankind.
  15. COGconnected
    Mar 22, 2016
    80
    It’s not all perfect — some of the dialogue is a little clunky and not all of the puzzles are super exciting — but it’s a solid game that explores some new ground.
  16. 3DJuegos
    Mar 9, 2016
    80
    An interesting adventure, but too easy and simple. Rather than making us feel like Poirot, it reminds us why the genre has lost its former glory days to lead to more comfortable adventures: we had to use our little gray cells.
  17. Adventure Gamers
    Mar 8, 2016
    80
    Shardlight manages to build its quirky post-apocalyptic world into something that will leave a lasting impression, though the same can’t be said for the story it tells.
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  1. Rock, Paper, Shotgun
    Mar 8, 2016
    A rushed ending is really the game’s only let-down. A larger conspiracy, or more surprising reveal, might have given it a heftier punch. And it certainly needed a few more puzzles in the later stages, a bit more to do. But these are minor niggles in a really splendid adventure game of the sort we see too rarely. Grown up, well written, carefully paced, and genuinely interesting to explore.

Awards & Rankings

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#9 Most Shared PC Game of 2016

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User Score
6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 41 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 41
  3. Negative: 8 out of 41
  1. Thilus
    Mar 30, 2016
    7
    Not as good as some of the other Wadjet Eye games, but still worth the $15 asking price, especially that there is a real draught in theNot as good as some of the other Wadjet Eye games, but still worth the $15 asking price, especially that there is a real draught in the point-n-click adventures niche. Though the game may have been a little too easy and the story overall was lacking, the premises and setting were interesting enough to keep me entertained for 8 hours of gameplay. Pretty recommendable.… Full Review »
  2. Mandulum
    Oct 10, 2016
    7
    Five Word Review: Still fan of Wadget Eye.
    Favorite Thing: It's all about the story with this type of game and I rather like the world that    Five Word Review: Still fan of Wadget Eye.
    Favorite Thing: It's all about the story with this type of game and I rather like the world that has been created.
    Least Favorite Thing: Graphics. It has its stylistic appeal but I'm still not sold on the look.

    Playtime: ~ 5h
    Enjoyment: 7/10
    Recommendation: Yeah, it's a solid adventure game.    … Full Review »
  3. CharlyPlayman
    Mar 16, 2016
    8
    Another good adventure game from Wadjet Eye Game this time set in a post-apocalyptic future. If you like their previous games i'm sure you'llAnother good adventure game from Wadjet Eye Game this time set in a post-apocalyptic future. If you like their previous games i'm sure you'll like it although i think this one is easier.… Full Review »
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