Release Date: October 7, 2014
A third-person perspective stealth game in which the player assumes the role of an experienced goblin assassin who is tasked with reaching the Tower of Akenash and stealing a valuable, magic amber. The title was created by Cyanide studios, the creators of many cycling games, the Blood Bowl series and the Of Orcs and Men RPG. The protagonist of the game is Styx, a character known from Of Orcs and Men.
Styx: Master of Shadows for PC, PS4 and XONE is a third-person perspective action game in which the player assumes the role of Styx, a two hundred year old goblin assassin. The player is tasked with sneaking up to the Tower of Akenash and stealing the valuable Amber from there. The game was developed by French studio Cyanide, known for creating such games like Of Orcs and Men, Blood Bowl series and various sports games. Notably, the Styx character appeared before in the above mentioned Of Orcs and Men. The old but still extremely agile goblin was one of the main playable characters.
The main objective of the protagonist is reaching the heart of the Tower of Akenash which is a giant fortress. In its core humans and elves are hiding the Tree that is a source of the valuable Amber. Obtaining the Amber is the only way for Styx to become rich. As the story progress, the player will also learn the past of the goblin he controls.
Styx: Master of Shadows for PC, PS4 and XONE is an action game focused on stealth and silent elimination of enemies. Styx can hide in the shadow and he is extremely effective when it comes to using dagger. The developers implemented a character development system which allows the player to develop goblin’s abilities in six different directions. One can also use the magic Amber which provides various special powers like disappearing and creating one’s clones that disorient the guards. What makes Styx: Master of Shadows different from other stealth games is levels that are large not only horizontally, but vertically as well. It allows completing missions in various ways and it gives the players greater movement freedom.
Styx: Master of Shadows for PC, PS4 and XONE has decent graphics in which shadows and dark corners that create grim atmosphere are very important. These areas are occasionally lighted with lanterns, fireplaces and torches.
Platforms:
PC Windows
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
Developer: Cyanide Studio
Publisher: Focus Entertainment / Focus Home Interactive
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System Requirements for Styx: Master of Shadows Video Game:
PC / Windows
Recommended System Requirements:
Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz, 3 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB (GeForce GTX 460 or better), 8 GB HDD, Windows Vista(SP2)/7/8, Internet connection.
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PlayStation LifeStyle: 8 / 10 by Mark Labbe
Overall, Styx: Master of Shadows is a great game that completely took me by surprise. It is strategic, intelligent, and offers players hours and hours of sneaky gameplay. Although the game does have a cookie-cutter story and some goofy voice acting, it is a great buy for the $30 price tag. I recommend picking up a copy if you have ever played Of Orcs and Men or are a fan of stealth games.
PC Invasion: 5 / 10 by Peter Parrish
Styx is an honest attempt at a traditional stealth title that, like its protagonist, all too often grasps for the ledge and falls short.
ZTGD: 8 / 10 by Ken McKown
Styx: Master of Shadows surprised me. The fluid controls and inventive game play kept me coming back to its lengthy campaign. I also liked Styx as a character. I might not have remembered what he did, but I had a good time getting him there. The price might be a little scary at $30, but for those that enjoy a pure stealth game, this one is definitely worth a look.
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