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** Apple Design Award Winner ** ** App Store Best of 2015 ** Shadowmatic is an imagination-stirring puzzle where you rotate abstract objects in a spotlight to find recognizable silhouettes in projected shadows, relevant to the surrounding environment. “Other Worlds” is a chapter of Shadowmatic with over 30 levels in 3 unique thematic environments: Ancient Worlds, Music and Space. The chapter is available as a separate purchase. The game combines stunning visuals with relaxing and captivating gameplay. On your journey to discover the right solution you will stumble upon many unexpected and infinitely varied silhouettes. The game features 15 rooms, each flavored with unique concept, atmosphere, and music. - - - - - - - - - - “Simple to the point of beauty, and beautiful to the point of becoming a work of art, this is a game you won't want to win, because you won't want the experience to end” - Pocket Gamer “It's fun, it's unique, and it's the perfect type of game to show off to people who typically don't play video games, as it's almost like an interactive piece of art” - Touch Arcade “It’s always awesome to see a breathtaking, unique, and thoroughly innovative puzzle game pop up on the App Store” - Macworld “Full of whimsical puzzles and thoughtful designs, Shadowmatic is a delightful and captivating iOS game” - CNET “'Fantastically original': Shadowmatic works modern-day wonders with the ancient Chinese art of shadow puppetry” - The Guardian “It’s like a mind-bending shadow-puppet spectacle” - TIME “This game requires you to look at things a little differently” - Washington Post - - - - - - - - - - Hints. The game includes a system of hints. To enjoy the game to its fullest, however, we recommend resorting to them on rare occasions only. Assistant Button. The Assistant button in the upper right corner will help you solve the puzzle by gradually rotating the objects in the correct direction. When you press the button, Hint-Points are used Music. Every room in the game features its own music arrangement, adding up to the distinctive atmosphere and feel in each. The music is best experienced with headphones, and is available separately on iTunes. -- More than 130 levels in 15 unique environments -- Gorgeous graphics -- Secondary objectives -- Assistant Button -- Nonlinear level progression -- 3D parallax view -- Achievements -- Arcade Mode -- Synchronization with Apple TV ** The game is optimized for every iOS device separately (starting from iPhone 5s and newer), however it's best experienced on the latest devices. Follow us on Twitter: @ShadowmaticGame Join us on Facebook: @Shadowmatic Follow us on Instagram: @Shadowmatic Questions? Shoot us an email: support@triadastudiogames.com ----------------------------------------------------- Triada Studio is a computer graphics and animation studio with over 20 years of industry experience. Shadowmatic is the company’s first project that bridges its vast computer graphics experience with an experimental in-house 3D engine.
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• Increased shadow quality for newer generation devices • Further UI improvements for iPad Pro 11" and iPad/iPad Air 10.9" • Fixed "Seahorse" level loading issue
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Whoever created this game needs a raise
- alexandermason60 · v2.5.2
Not worth one dime
- 666 donkey 666 · v2.5.2
This puzzle is great. I like it because it’s challenging to put together. It’s not expensive, and the hints if needed aren’t vague. The hints are clear enough to guess the shape in the beginning, if you need to use them. However, I’ll admit as you advance the harder it becomes. I had to use all the hints with one puzzle, which was ok. Because after I knew what it was, the challenge still existed to maneuver the shapes to match the figure provided in order to move forward. I’d highly recommend.
- TruMe67 · v2.5.2
I’ve been charged 3.99 and I have no idea for what or why?
- Lalalooloop · v2.5.2
I absolutely love this game and have had it on my phone for several years. I checked back often to see if any new levels have been added.
- Smurfette2323 · v2.5.2
It would be nice if you knew before-hand what you were trying to make, but regardless this game is imaginative and inspires you to be imaginative, with hints if you really need them, and I encourage you to take a $4 leap of faith and enjoy this game for the brain-burner that it “lovingly” is. Well-made and deserving of a small investment. Recommend!
- Czech-it-out! · v2.5.2
Good way to pass the time and will definitely make you think outside the box.
- XxThePain832xX · v2.5.2
This is a fun little puzzle game with a unique mechanic, unfortunately the shadow projection in area 2 is bugged so it doesn’t show up on screen, making finding the shapes impossible without literal blind guessing. And, since you need to play at least part of level 2 to beat the game, the game is now impossible. Can’t give it more than 1 star for that; should it get fixed imagine this is a 4-star review.
- 12$$$ · v2.5.2
Takes my mind of off normal things and into extraordinary things.😏
- Tshortkc · v2.5
Just shadows? I don’t understand. No instructions to use the game. I had a bunny obviously, now what?
- Batty_Bats_The_Bat · v2.5
Doesn’t get passed splash screen on 2022 iPad
- ReggieAtleast30 · v2.5
I came back yo the game after a while and even after completing some puzzles the dots don’t shine anymore. It was the fun mechanic of the game but I think somehow it’s totally gone?
- Anti-Dreamer · v2.5
If there are instructions, they are well-hidden.
- John of Patmos · v2.5
This has to be the most imaginative game I’ve ever had the pleasure of playing, not to mention the 2nd level mind bending puzzle you will want to find and solve. I had to write the designers of the game for those clues, which added a level of challenge for me, which I loved. My only complaint if you’d call it a complaint is when will the next update arrive, I used to check weekly then monthly and now yearly my excitement is waning. So please, if there’s going to be more updates could you make them soon. I have received a pretty bad prognosis and would really like to enjoy the newest update while I can, I’ve been told these type games are a great form of stimulus for my ailments. I just really want to let your designers know what a great game they’ve made along with a grateful “lifelong” fan of Shadowmatic!!
- BrownlsM · v2.5
First the negatives. I paid $3.99+tax for the game. I paid another $.99 + tax for hints. I also paid &1.99 + tax for the other part of game. I would prefer to pay at one time for the game. If I am purchasing a game the hints should be free. A one set price would be better. Most of the really good games I purchased are like that. The positives about the game. Very challenging Tricky Kept my interest Background music was nice Graphics good Themes were helpful In order to complete the puzzles I had to cheat some and look at the finish product to have an idea of what I was building. It was still all the above even with the extra help! I gave it the Five Stars because it was fun - a little too costly but fun!
- BookmobilePA · v2.5
Best game to play on the planes while flying. Time flew so fast! Thank you!
- Surenart · v2.5
I love a good puzzle game, but this is maddening. Even if you manage to memorize the multiple gestures required to manipulate the objects to alter the shadows it’s still far too complicated to enjoy. Note the last stellar reviews are from years ago. Deleting, despite having paid for the app.
- HOO R U · v2.5
Amazing simple amazing game
- Mikle Tison · v2.5
I really enjoy playing that game
- San.sisima · v2.5
Was looking for a puzzle game and this was not at all what I had in mind, but glad I found it.
- Tawntea · v2.5
Great game but what about the south paws who hold the phone in their right hand and have to rotate the objects on the right side? Should be an option to reverse the image with the shadow on the right side
- Mhaxby · v2.5
It’s a really good game I respect it and I love it, but the fact that I paid for it and it has the most simple annoyance is a bit irritating. Please fix the fact that it doesn’t always register the picture if it’s not perfect because I’ve sat here for a while before tryna get it when I have the picture right but I have to inch a little piece over the smallest bit.
- Reckyalife360 · v2.5
Aa
- junkiejoesephstalin · v2.5
Thank you i love this game❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
- w.ali.w · v2.5
Great app to develop solving skills and the music is so relaxing! I love it!
- duquesa98 · v2.5
Thrash not toy
- q1238672764 · v2.1.1
Bought this app. played it once for a few levels and then the next day selected it to play with my son and the app would not open. Deleted, downloaded again and same thing. The app won’t open. Even tried opening it from the App Store and it didn’t do anything. Very disappointing. Could be a great game for parents and kids to play together.
- Gameroffamilyguy · v2.1.1
Was excited to play this on the Apple TV but it currently does not launch.
- Slushy_purr7 · v2.1.1
Shadowmatic is an awesome game. This app/game can be challenging but a lot of fun. Look 👀 forward to seeing other apps from you. Thanks so much.
- ZANA L · v2.1.1
Watching shapes made from shadows, making tricks with the light is perhaps mankind’s oldest games. This updates a caveman past time to challenging, creative modern art. Highly addictive, highly recommended.
- Nathanael David Hall · v2.1.1
I enjoy figuring out the puzzles. Challenges my senior mind and keeps it active!
- Foxie2u · v1.9.9
There is some black edge on the latest iPad Pro, it would be great if it is full screen
- yyyyyyÿeeeeet · v2.1.1
Super addicting. Challenges me. Great to pass the time at work lol.
- Monte7K · v2.1.1
My go-to time killer. Fun, intuitive, provides a challenge without being painfully frustrating. Unfortunately, I have a bad habit of holding my breath when I’m close to a solution. Don’t do that.
- got2sing · v2.1.1
Great Concept and Great Game. Very addictive.
- marvmax · v2.1.1
That have a different idea
- mahdimousavi · v2.1.1
One of the smartest games I’ve ever played.
- Nikjimis · v2.1.1
Great game, needs update for new iPad Pro resolution. There are black bars on all sides of the display.
- Axx7891 · v2.1.1
This game is supposed to be relaxing. But it quickly becomes frustrating and annoying. The shapes become so abstract, you have no idea what shadow they’re supposed to make. And if you do figure them out, the feeling is not very satisfying. I can’t recommend it, and wouldn’t buy it again.
- Kweil · v2.1.1
Unable to pause/resume. It does pause but the vast majority it restarts the game rather than resuming.
- jrcan · v2.1.1
Definitely one of the best puzzle game. Relaxing background music, loads of levels, challenging secrets and so on. Highly recommending this game.
- TekyTengis · v2.1.1
Inventive idea, easy to learn, simple to play. My only complaint is that the control for clockwise and counter-clockwise rotation is finicky
- E.S.S. · v2.1.1
This game is something that isn’t too hard and can be relaxing. It’s very fun but hard enough that makes me want to play more.
- kingleo87 · v2.1
Very unique and therapeutic like. The theme changes are fun too. This is the only thing I spend my spare time on.
- Phoerqin · v2.1
It’s a very entertaining and original concept for a game
- Vycarious1 · v2.1
Really neat idea here. Could be a little less picky when you’re so close to the solution, one more nth of a turn before you solve it is a tad frustrating. But other than that, love it!
- Mr.Ted · v2.1
I usually like these kinds of games, but this one lost me quickly.
- iReviewATL · v2.1
I was actually disappointed when I finished most of the levels (there’s one pesky one that’s got me)! This game is great, you rotate pieces to create a silhouette of an object. Kept me enthralled for quite awhile. Please, PLEASE, make another one! So good!
- likestoknit55 · v2.1
You need to fix level 6.6. I know it’s a lock and I have it set yet it will not align up with the loop on the lock. Both the pieces that you can move don’t want to cooperate.
- TheUsername1824 · v2.1
It’s nice to get away from a busy day and focus on something else. Relaxing and refreshing!
- WJ in Green Bay · v2.1
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