Cyber Shadow

 Xbox One
Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Everyeye.it
    Feb 7, 2021
    70
    Cyber Shadow is a good product overall, and a decent debut for Mechanical Head's young Finns; a two-dimensional action that pays dignified homage to a game formula capable of still carving out an important space in today's videogame panorama. Its distinctly hardcore nature and amarcord vein make it a title probably unappetizing to a majority audience, certainly pleasant for lovers of old action-platform arcade experiences on the edge of game over. Too bad for the absence of that ludo-stylistic flicker capable of making it emerge, as well as its questionable rush to a truly unnecessary excess.
  2. GameSpot
    Feb 3, 2021
    70
    Cyber Shadow is a solid retro throwback with a few things that drag it down. The feeling of becoming more powerful and being able to take down huge enemy threats with your wits and skills is very rewarding, and the levels when you can use your abilities more freely to overcome challenges are quite fun. It's the trial-and-error areas littered with cheap deaths, demanding exact precision over long and frustrating stretches, that hamper the experience. Still, if you're looking for an old-school-styled ninja game that will test your skills (and sometimes your patience), Cyber Shadow is a worthy contender.
  3. TheXboxHub
    Feb 2, 2021
    70
    Should you be in the market for a retro-styled ninja game, Cyber Shadow on Xbox is quite possibly the game for you. It plays well, it sounds good, and aside from an odd use of powers and damage from knockbacks, there’s not an awful lot missing - just be aware that your controller may come out the other side with more teeth marks in it than when you began.

Awards & Rankings

10
#10 Best Xbox One Game of 2021
14
#14 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2021

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 27 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 27
  3. Negative: 3 out of 27
  1. Rav3
    Jan 31, 2021
    7
    There’s a lot to like here, and a lot to dislike. While Cyber Shadow nails the 8 bit ninja gaiden vibes down, it also grinds full front into aThere’s a lot to like here, and a lot to dislike. While Cyber Shadow nails the 8 bit ninja gaiden vibes down, it also grinds full front into a game that’s simply difficult for the sake of being difficult. There’s nothing wrong with that, for the record, but the frustrations certainly outweighed the enjoyment, in my personal experience. If you love old school NES games like Mega Man, you’ll likely enjoy this. Otherwise, unlike Shovel Knight, this is a hard game to recommend to the masses.… Full Review »
  2. Willehalm
    Feb 6, 2022
    10
    Challenge parfait pour un hardcore gamer sans jamais être injuste. Ma madeleine de Proust qui me remémore les meilleurs moment 8 et 16 bits.
  3. dhamih
    Oct 18, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece.

    This game doesn't hold your hand and is very faithful to the original, often times brutal, difficulty of 2d sidescrolling    Masterpiece.

    This game doesn't hold your hand and is very faithful to the original, often times brutal, difficulty of 2d sidescrolling platformers from the 8-bit era. Incredible visuals, amazing chiptune soundtrack, and precise controls (using the D-pad).    … Full Review »
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