Morgan from Gamers Professionals writes:
"Shadow Puppeteer is an independent game title developed by Sarepta Studio and published by Snow Cannon Games. What began as a university endeavor for the “Dare to be Digital” program ended up growing into a full-fledged game, bursting with creativity and becoming an example of why indie games have become so beloved. Already receiving accolades, such as the 2015 Indie Prize Director’s Choice Award, Shadow Puppeteer was originally released for Windows in 2014, but its current release on the Wii U eShop showcases the game’s full potential and is the definitive version of the title."
"Shadow Puppeteer, one of the newest additions to the Nintendo eShop the Wii U is a game with a black theme and presentation that tells the story of a boy who, due to a mysterious man - the shadow Pupeteer (which is quite remember the Guru character -Guru of the Legend of Zelda) - separates from its shadow. This unknown villain, with his music box, trying to steal all the shadows of the people of the small village where the boy lives, having only missed one - the protagonist - due to your machine suffer a last minute breakdown."
From the review: "Shadow Puppeteer is an enjoyable game—if you can get past a few frustrations. The platforming is tedious at times, with you controlling both the boy and his shadow, though figuring out how to get through each area isn't all that difficult. Sadly, the game is somewhat short, only taking a few hours to get through. But if you're playing with someone, it can make for a fun afternoon."
Nintendo Insider writes:
Another chance to team up on Wii U, Shadow Puppeteer presents a co-op experience that hauntingly charms from every pixel. With inventive puzzle design it amounts to another welcome addition to the Nintendo eShop, even if there is missed potential in exploring its unique mechanics more deeply. Keep an eye over your shoulder, you may see your shadow waving back one day.
Really fun little game. Such an awesome co-op experience. Indie titles are killing it.
I love indie titles like this.
Never played too many nintendo consoles but they do seem to have some unique games on them.
This title slipped under my radar. Really cool art style, I'll have to check it out.
I like the Pixar-like artwork. First thing that stood out.