Shu

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  • Summary: When the great and terrible Storm destroys Shu's village, he embarks on a desperate journey to survive. On his travels he'll encounter stranded villagers survivors of the devastation that need his help. In return for his assistance, these peculiar characters will grant Shu unique specialWhen the great and terrible Storm destroys Shu's village, he embarks on a desperate journey to survive. On his travels he'll encounter stranded villagers survivors of the devastation that need his help. In return for his assistance, these peculiar characters will grant Shu unique special abilities that he can use to traverse the treacherous path ahead. Their only hope is to work together, in search of sanctuary - and a way to stop the Storm. Can you outrun the end of world? Features: 15 lush, expansive levels, set in 5 diverse lands; A plethora of collectibles and secrets to discover; 10 recruitable characters, each with their own unique power; An incredible original soundtrack; Compete in time trials to see who is the fastest out of your friends - or the world. [Playstation.com]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. GameSpew
    Oct 6, 2016
    100
    With perfect controls, a unique and totally enthralling gameplay system and a gorgeous visual style absolutely dripping with charm, Shu is undoubtedly the best platform game of recent years – AAA or otherwise.
  2. Let's Play Video Games
    Jan 1, 2017
    85
    There’s something special about Shu. Though delightful, it’s not the graphics, the sculptured bones of its story, or even the titular character him/herself. It’s not the mechanics or the gameplay, despite a calm, intuitive system. The score is beautifully hypnotic, too, but no, it’s not that, either. While all of those things are pretty much fine and dandy as disparate entities in their own right, it’s the sum of these parts that gives Shu its uniquely whimsical magic.
  3. PlayStation LifeStyle
    Oct 8, 2016
    80
    It’s a love letter to a fantastic genre, and is such a pleasant way to spend an evening. It may not be a grand adventure like Super Mario World, but I enjoyed every single second of it, and that can’t be said about most games.
  4. CGMagazine
    Jan 20, 2017
    80
    A little platformer that offers new mechanics in a graduated, character-centric fashion.
  5. God is a Geek
    Dec 1, 2016
    75
    Shu is a great platformer inspired by some classic games, and although it never quite lives up to that inspiration, it still delivers a fun experience.
  6. PSNStores
    Nov 22, 2016
    70
    In general, the game is pretty good about introducing new characters/abilities at a steady pace to keep things interesting. That said, the moments where it’s just Shu can get pretty dull once you’ve had new abilities given and taken away in each world. What’s here is enjoyable enough, though, and the collectibles and time trials make for a decent incentive to spend just a bit more time with Shu, even after the credits.
  7. NZGamer
    Nov 28, 2016
    65
    Despite being a good, beautifully stylised game, Shu suffers from being too short. The price of $20 is well suited but this is a game you will most likely only play the once before pushing it to the back of your gaming draw. Not only is it going to sit at the back of your mind as a fond memory; sadly you’re not going to bother recommending it to anyone either.

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  1. gamergurl2427
    Oct 17, 2016
    10
    Absolutely gorgeous in every way. It's a little on the short side, but if you're a fan of platformers then you definitely need to pick thisAbsolutely gorgeous in every way. It's a little on the short side, but if you're a fan of platformers then you definitely need to pick this up. Its art style gives Rayman a run for his money - and then some - and the gameplay is so tight you'll struggle to put it down. Well deserving of its high scores so far, it's just a shame more places haven't reviewed it. Seriously, give Shu a chance! Well done Coatsink and Secret Lunch, you've proved yourself to be incredibly worthy developers, and I can't wait to see what you've got up your sleeve next.… Expand
  2. Fabin
    Oct 17, 2016
    10
    Jogo sensacional, ótima construção de fases e mecânicas, dificuldade na medida certa e um jogabilidade viciante, uma pena ser um pouco curto,Jogo sensacional, ótima construção de fases e mecânicas, dificuldade na medida certa e um jogabilidade viciante, uma pena ser um pouco curto, considero um dos melhores jogos de plataforma da atualidade.
    Não sei o que apontar de ruim neste jogo, Recomendadíssimo.    … Expand