It not only hearkens back to many aspects of classic titles, but improves on them with better gameplay and carefully-considered modern-day sensibilities. ' Cyber Shadow is derivative, yes, but it’s derivative in the best way possible. It’s more self-serious than The Messenger but meets its devotion to the classics of yesteryear and aspiration to best them.' Anyone with a penchant for old-school 2D action, razor-sharp platforming, and, cyberninjas in general will adore Cyber Shadow. ' Additionally, the Cyber Shadow soundtrack might be one of the game’s greatest strengths, an infectious sequence of moody and dramatic chiptune loops that inspire players through the toughest encounters and boss retries. Cyber Shadow feels like a game for everyone, from hardened 8-bit veteran to genre newcomers.' It is, of course, fine if that’s your thing, but with ninja platforming action having the appeal that it does, I’m glad that this game is challenging without being overly difficult. This limits the playability of a game to anyone other than those looking for a hard experience. I often steer clear of these retro platformers because they wear their difficulty like a badge of honor. ' I think what stands out most, though, is Cyber Shadow’s accessibility.

The feel of the gameplay, the look and style of the visuals, the absurd plot and the wonderful soundtrack contributions of Enrique Martin and Jake Kaufman really does set the mood nicely.It’s no wonder why Yacht Club Games were so keen to have their name strapped to it.' ' After beating the game in just over 12 hours with still plenty more to explore and achieve, I can happily say that Cyber Shadow has done a stellar job at combining forces that represented the 8-bit era.

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