The Consuming Shadow

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  1. Destructoid
    Aug 24, 2015
    40
    The major problem with The Consuming Shadow is that it’s a bubble-gum experience, especially compared to its peers. When it works, it’s only because of a new discovery. There’s something genuinely thrilling about finding a connection and jotting it down in your table of suspects, before setting off to the next hotspot. But when you enter another procedurally-generated dungeon, it’s a wearisome slog again.

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7.4

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  1. Rashaan1987
    Nov 22, 2015
    8
    First of all, I am a sucker for Lovecraftian games, but there are tons of crappy games fro, the "niche". But when I saw that the game was madeFirst of all, I am a sucker for Lovecraftian games, but there are tons of crappy games fro, the "niche". But when I saw that the game was made by Yahtzee, I immediately bought it.

    If you are a graphics junkie, definitely not your game. But for me, it was a very atmospheric and chlling experience, with far more depth than it seems at first. The flavor texts are nice, the feeling of solitude and isolation against the Elder gods is always there. The game is unfair, fitting for any Lovecraftian games, when you actually battle an immortal being, with power over your comprehension. Bit reminded me of Mansions of madness to be honest, which is my favorite board game ever.

    What I would highlight as weakness of the game is the combat system mainly. For me it was completely unnecessary, I would rather enjoy a jrpg like system. Not because I am fond of that style, but once I feel comfy in the foggy, creepy darkness of the game, I hate to break it with mad clicking and running. I would have made the battle more text based, less skill demanding, especially because the hit boxes, aiming, etc. are not that great.

    Also more items would be welcome, more type of encounters (sometimes I meet the same one twice in the same attempt)

    But anyway, it is a great game for its price, maybe a sequel would be interesting with more thought put it in. I would definitely buy that as well. If you are a fan of the Cthulhu Mythos, I definitely recommend this game.    … Full Review »
  2. fhouse
    Nov 25, 2015
    7
    One of the better rouge-lite games with a decent replay value.

    Pros: - Well designed simple interface - creepy atmosphere - presentation    One of the better rouge-lite games with a decent replay value.

    Pros:
    - Well designed simple interface
    - creepy atmosphere
    - presentation that leaves a lot to the imagination
    - good writing
    - good replay value
    - simple but challenging gameplay
    - an interesting puzzle you need to piece together in every run

    Cons:
    - clumsy combat
    - minor interface issues
    - graphics could be better
    - mono audio    … Full Review »
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