Shadowmatic is a unique puzzle game that challenges players to use their imagination to rotate abstract objects in a spotlight and find recognizable silhouettes in the projected shadows. These silhouettes are relevant to the surrounding environment, making the game both visually stunning and mentally stimulating. The game features over 30 levels in 3 different thematic environments, including Ancient Worlds, Music, and Space, which can be purchased separately as the "Other Worlds" chapter.
The game's stunning visuals and captivating gameplay make it a truly immersive experience. As players progress through the game, they will encounter unexpected and infinitely varied silhouettes, adding to the excitement and challenge. Each of the 15 rooms in the game has a unique concept, atmosphere, and music, making for a truly diverse and engaging experience.
Shadowmatic has received high praise from critics, with Pocket Gamer calling it "simple to the point of beauty" and Touch Arcade describing it as "fun, unique, and the perfect type of game to show off to non-gamers." The game has also been praised for its innovative use of the ancient Chinese art of shadow puppetry, with The Guardian calling it "fantastically original."
In addition to its stunning visuals and captivating gameplay, Shadowmatic also offers a system of hints to help players when they get stuck. However, the game's creators recommend only using hints sparingly in order to fully enjoy the experience. There is also an Assistant button that can be used to gradually rotate objects in the correct direction, but this uses up Hint-Points.
Each room in the game has its own unique music arrangement, adding to the distinctive atmosphere and feel of each level. The music is best experienced with headphones and is available separately on iTunes. Shadowmatic also offers a variety of features, including achievements, an arcade mode, and synchronization with Apple TV. The game is optimized for each iOS device separately, but is best experienced on the latest devices.
Shadowmatic is the first project from Triada Studio, a computer graphics and animation studio with over 20 years of industry experience. The game showcases the studio's vast experience in computer graphics and animation, as well as their experimental in-house 3D engine. Players can follow the game on social media and contact the studio with any questions or feedback.