Overview

Shadow Burglar invites players into the atmospheric world of 1920s London, casting them as Jean, a skilled thief driven by a personal quest. Following a war, Jean breaks away from her criminal syndicate to reclaim her brother's stolen paintings and honor his memory. This free-to-play action title blends stealth mechanics with unique supernatural abilities, offering a compelling single-player experience.

Highlights

  • Unique Shadow and Light Mechanics: Players can manipulate lighting and switch between Jean's shadow and light forms to evade guards or utilize her shadow embrace to dispatch foes.
  • Intricate Puzzle Solving: Jean's shadow form, described as ink-like, allows her to morph and squeeze through tight spaces, enabling navigation through obstacles and the solving of environmental puzzles.
  • Rich Historical Setting: Explore a meticulously crafted, dark, and immersive rendition of 1920s London, brought to life by Ghostly Productions.

Who It's For

Shadow Burglar is designed for players who enjoy stealth-action games with a strong narrative focus and unique gameplay mechanics. Fans of atmospheric settings, puzzle-solving, and games featuring a female protagonist will find much to appreciate. Its free-to-play nature also makes it accessible to a wide audience looking for an engaging single-player adventure.

Game Info

Developed by Ghostly Productions and published by UQAT - Création et nouveaux médias, Shadow Burglar was released on March 1, 2022. It is a single-player action game that supports Steam Achievements and has partial controller support. The game is available for free on Steam.