Shadow Complex 2009

Released: August 19, 2009
Genres: Shooter · Platform · Puzzle · Adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 4 · PC · Xbox 360 · Xbox One
Developers: ChAIR Entertainment Group · Epic Games
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Where to buy

Digital: Xbox Steam PlayStation
Physical: Search on Amazon

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Is it still worth playing?

Chair Entertainment's 2009 Metroidvania, made with Epic Games for the Xbox 360. When his girlfriend Claire goes missing in some caverns, Jason finds a massive underground complex with soldiers and high end technology, and has to rescue her. It is presented in 2.5D: the world is three dimensional but you move in two dimensions. You move freely through the expansive complex, defeating enemies with a variety of weapons, and as you overcome challenges new abilities and weapons let you reach new areas. You earn experience for objectives and kills, and levels boost your abilities. Each return to an old room still has a new purpose, in a world that opens as new tools arrive.