Shadwen

關卡內有多名守衛巡邏，玩法主要是讓主角帶著小妹妹安全到達每一關的終點，途中的士兵要殺要閃隨玩家高興。角色操作很自由，遊戲中可以使用鉤繩來攀爬屋簷與平台，也可以做到類似刺客教條那樣從高處落下殺死守衛。當玩家不行動時間會跟著停止，甚至可以倒帶時間，是滿獨特的體驗。 不過這遊戲主要的缺點是關卡構成與玩法千篇一律，因為殺敵綁 Steam 成就再加上殺死所有敵人是最安全的過關方式，整個遊戲的關卡流程都是「先殺死所有守衛，再呼叫小妹妹到終點」。玩兩關體驗還行，當玩到第三關也是這樣的流程我實在撐不住了，已經沒有動力再打開遊戲。 總而言之這遊戲操作自由但關卡體驗太過雷同，不建議入手，如果入包的話勉強可以湊數。 個人入手價格：約 NT$ 42 (第三方序號交易網)

absolutely lovely game and so much fun to play i am going to play it again BRILL

the goat

I can't remember being this addicted to a linear stealth game since Mark of the Ninja. Stealth and platforming feel good, and the rewind mechanic more than makes up for any jankiness in the physics. There are a lot of viable ways to play the game. Unlike a lot of other games in the genre, it doesn't really punish you for going lethal, just for not keeping it secret. So you can play mercifully, focusing on distraction and avoidance, or you can murder every single guard in the game, piling their bodies in haystacks when little Lily isn't watching you. You can use your quite satisfying knife, or you can build rat torpedoes out of metal balls and explosives (and rats). Or you can just fling crates around until everyone dies. It's nice to see a fantasy game take place in a dense city, instead of the typical forests and villages. I love the lighting, architecture, and general atmosphere. It's dark, spooky, and cozy at the same time. The game feels quite long to me, but relatively sparse on new content. There are only two types of enemy, and no NPCs or other characters aside from the two main ones. It's a very focused game, but Rivendon is such an evocative place that I want to see more of it. Would love to see it expanded in a sequel someday, though that's probably unlikely. This is one of those games that sends me on the hunt for other games that can deliver the same feeling, but they're not easy to find.

Shadwen is a stealth-action adventure developed and published by Frozenbyte that places a strong emphasis on patience, observation, and creative problem-solving. Rather than relying on fast-paced combat or direct confrontation, the game encourages players to embrace the role of a silent assassin navigating dangerous environments while avoiding detection. Set within a dark medieval world, the story follows the mysterious assassin Shadwen as she embarks on a mission to eliminate a tyrannical king. Along the way, she is unexpectedly joined by a young girl named Lily, whose presence adds emotional depth and moral complexity to an otherwise straightforward revenge tale. One of the most distinctive aspects of the game is its unique time-control system. Time advances only when the player moves, transforming traditional stealth gameplay into a more strategic and deliberate experience. This mechanic removes much of the pressure commonly associated with stealth games and allows players to carefully analyze enemy patrols, study environmental hazards, and plan their actions without feeling rushed. The ability to rewind time further supports experimentation, making mistakes less punishing and encouraging players to try different solutions until they find the approach that works best. The game's stealth mechanics are built around creativity rather than simple avoidance. Shadwen possesses a grappling hook that can interact with numerous objects throughout the environment. Players can pull down structures, trigger traps, create distractions, and manipulate surroundings to bypass or eliminate guards without engaging in direct combat. These environmental interactions often become the most enjoyable part of the experience, as each area feels like a puzzle waiting to be solved. Whether sneaking through rooftops, setting up accidents, or quietly moving between shadows, the game consistently rewards thoughtful planning. A major theme throughout the adventure is the relationship between Shadwen and Lily. The young girl constantly observes the protagonist's actions, and the player's choices influence how she perceives the assassin. While the game never presents morality in an overly dramatic or heavy-handed manner, it subtly encourages players to consider non-lethal alternatives whenever possible. This dynamic adds an extra layer of tension because every violent decision feels like it carries consequences beyond simply removing an obstacle. The narrative itself remains relatively simple, but the evolving bond between the two characters helps maintain interest from beginning to end. Visually, Shadwen delivers a moody and atmospheric world filled with castles, villages, forests, and guarded fortifications. The environments successfully establish a sense of danger and secrecy that complements the stealth-focused gameplay. Lighting and shadows play an important role in maintaining immersion, while the sound design contributes to the tension through guard conversations, environmental noises, and subtle audio cues. Although some locations can feel repetitive over extended play sessions, the overall presentation effectively supports the game's themes and mechanics. The game is not without shortcomings. Enemy behavior occasionally feels inconsistent, and the physics-driven interactions can sometimes produce unintended outcomes. Certain sections move at a slower pace than necessary, and players looking for a more action-oriented experience may find the deliberate design too methodical. Lily's companion AI can also create moments of frustration, particularly when navigating more complex areas. While these issues do not significantly undermine the experience, they prevent the game from fully realizing its ambitious concepts. Despite its flaws, Shadwen succeeds because it offers a genuinely different interpretation of stealth gameplay. The combination of time manipulation, environmental problem-solving, and moral storytelling creates an experience that stands apart from many genre competitors. It rewards patience, experimentation, and careful observation rather than reflexes alone. Players willing to embrace its slower pace will discover a thoughtful and inventive adventure filled with memorable stealth scenarios and satisfying puzzle-like encounters. Rating: 7/10

Stealth game - not enough of these on the market anymore - it's a bit easy but I liked it.

Shadwen es un juego de sigilo con mucho potencial desaprovechado. El juego consiste en atravesar zonas de guardias con Shadwen (una asesina) y Lily (una pobre huerfanita) y tienes que llegar con los dos al final del area (mas que nada porque la puerta al final del nivel solo se abre si estan ambas junto a la puerta). Lily solo la controlamos en una especie de "tutorial" que es el capitulo 1 del juego, todo lo demas es Shadwen gameplay. La unica "mecanica" que llega a tener Lily en algun momento es que hay 1 o 2 puertas que solo puede abrir ella. El resto es "llevala de punto A a punto B". Lily es la primera arista del juego, no es mas que "una carga" que te toca llevar de punto A a punto B, todo depende siempre de Shadwen. Si el gameplay de Lily fuera un poco mas profundo podriamos haber tenido la oportunidad de controlar a Shadwen y Lily o incluso que el juego tuviera opcion de cooperativo controlando cada uno a una de ellas. Shadwen por otro lado tiene una variedad de herramientas amplia que puedes craftear con los recursos que vayas recolectando en tu avance. Sinceramente el mejor objeto del juego con diferencia es el gancho del principio. Es tan bueno que te puedes pasar el juego solo con el gancho y el cuchillo y sudar de lo demas. ¿La razon? Pues que te da movilidad y ademas te permite agarrar objetos del escenario, moverlos y atraer a los guardias. Ya esta, con eso puedes pasarte cualquier nivel sin problemas. Ahora bien, a la hora de avanzar tienes varias opciones, o bien matas a los guardias para poder avanzar sin problema o los distraes y pasas a hurtadillas. Los logros del juego esperan que hagas 2 runs, una genocida matando a todos y una pacifica sin matar a nadie xd. Otra cosa que tambien el juego espera que hagas es proteger a Lily de todo mal, y eso incluye que no vea cadáveres (y mucho menos que te vea matar a alguien). Realmente solo importa para el final del juego. Aunque otra carencia del juego es que los finales (hay 4) tienen las mismas cinemáticas con un par de cambios en las frases que se dicen. Sin hacer spoilers, algunos finales no tienen sentido dependiendo de lo que elijas al final y lo que Lily te haya visto hacer pero bueno. A nivel de variedad si que decepciona un poco porque los escenarios apenas varían y los enemigos solo añaden una variedad con armadura que solo puedes matar arrojandoles objetos, con algunas herramientas o con ataque descendente. Siento que aqui si que faltó no se, ¿perros? ¿Armaduras tan pesadas que no los puedes matar y solo puedes "evitarlos"? ¿Trampas? Eso si, Shadwen tiene una de las mejores mecanicas que he visto en un juego de sigilo, y consiste basicamente en que si te pillan en lugar de salir un "game over" el juego te permite rebobinar el tiempo hasta donde quieras. En contraposicion, el juego implementa algo que no le veo ningun sentido, y es que de base el juego se pausa si no te mueves (como si el tiempo se parase mientras tomas una decision xd. Y jugablemente es molesto porque parece que se te haya pillado el juego xd y el juego espera que mantengas un boton pulsado para QUE EL TIEMPO PASE. De verdad no se a que desarrollador se le ocurrió pero espero que le echasen despues de sacar este juego. Lo bueno es que esto tiene una "solucion" y es que puedes bindear en los controles una tecla para que cambie lo de que el tiempo se pare para que el tiempo avance siempre hagas lo que hagas (o sea para que el juego no sea infumable). Tambien otra cosa que recomiendo hacer desde el minuto 1 es ir a los ajustes de dificultad y desactivar lo de que Lily te siga todo el rato, porque es "especialita" por no decir otra palabra que defina la baja inteligencia que tiene la niña xd. En fin, se nota que son los creadores de Trine porque el gancho se siente un poco como el gancho de Zoya, es un poco como si hubieran hecho Trine en 3D. Lo recomendaria pero rebajado y con un 6 de 10 mas o menos, no es terrible y es entretenido, si te gusta el sigilo esta bien.