Score: 85%
Pros:
Shadow Complex takes place in the Empire Universe, based on the work of noted sci-fi author Orsen Scott Card (of Ender's Game fame).
The game is set in a scenario where a radical left-wing militia group is plotting to overthrow the U.S. government and send the country into a second civil war.
The game begins with a short playable seen where the radical left-wing militia group assassinates the vice-president of the United States. From this scene the game transitions to an introduction of the main character, Jason Flemming. Jason and his girlfriend are on a "date" which includes plans to hike and explore a cave out in the middle of the woods...(always a great idea).
While exploring the cave, Jason's girlfriend is taken captive and Jason must save her!....
If you're looking for a metroid-vania experience, then Shadow Complex will deliver. The game takes you through a maze of different rooms with locked away secrets that are only accessible using certain weapons. Most of the game caters to the gamer who enjoys exploring every possible area of a game before they are completely satisfied.
If you're like me, you will soon learn that the storyline of Shadow Complex will not be the driving force behind why you're having so much fun. The purpose of playing Shadow Complex is to get your Super Metroidvania fan fix.
Overall, the game is very impressive for an XBLA title. Along with Braid, it shaped up to be one of the more memorable games to publish over the network.
Cons:
If unlocking secret areas is your thing, Shadow Complex delivers. However, if you also want to be exposed to a story that keeps you engaged, you may be a little disappointed.
Although the Xbox has less exclusives than other platforms, it has some absolute gems. Read to find out what the 10 best Xbox Exclusives of all time are!
Not ranked
1. Alan Wake
2. Gears of War 1
3. Lost Odyssey
4. Quantum Break
5. Splinter Cell Chaos Theory
6. Jade Empire
7. Halo 3
8. Forza Horizon 3
9. Gears 5
10. Gears of War 2
For the disliker
Alan Wake
Gears of War
Quantum Break
Forza Horizon 3 and
Gears of War 5 aren't exclusives either
This week Taji(@Tajiman83) and Kiaun(@Kiaun79) from The Analog Circle Podcast join Aaron(@Ind1fference) to talk about: Popeyes, Orange is the New Black, American gods, Too Many Games, Nintendo Switch, ARMS, WWE, Rocky, Muhammad Ali, Chuck Wepner, Super NES Mini, Xbox One X, PS4 Pro, The Division, Gears of War Judgement, Shadow Complex, Mafia 3, Assassin’s Creed Unity, Rare Replay, Battletoads, Inside, Banjo-Kazooie, Ratchet and Clank, Until Dawn, Mass Effect Andromeda, Mighty Gunvolt Burst, Refunct, Perception, Embers of Mirrim, Death Squared, Superbeat Xonic, Poi and more.
Neil writes "It’s Tuesday again and that can only mean one thing – it’s time for another Xbox Live Deals With Gold and Spotlight Sale. What bargains will be in place on Xbox One and Xbox 360 between the 3rd-9th May 2016?
There are a whole ton of them and surely this is the week for you to crack open the wallet?"
Quite a big sale but not entirely convinced all are decent deals. Glad to see the 360 gets a few more offers this week. I wish Screamride was on sale by itself!
Gears Ultimate Day 1 Edition? I can understand picking up day 1 physical editions at later dates, that were stuck in the retail channel for whatever reason. Late "day 1" digital sales make no sense at all though.
This is the 5th or 6th time they've had Battlefront on "sale" in the last few months
Still overpriced imo
Expecting to be engaged in the story of an arcade game is a little too much to ask for. But good review overall.