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Styx: Master of Shadows

Nacon

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"Sneak, steal, and assassinate as the first Goblin master thief."

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Styx: Master of Shadows is an infiltration game with RPG elements taking place in a dark fantasy universe, where you sneak, steal and assassinate your way through as Styx, a Goblin two-centuries of age.

概要

Dive into a hardcore stealth-RPG where shadows are your only ally. Play as Styx, a two-century-old goblin, as he ascends the immense Tower of Akenash to steal the heart of the World-Tree. In this unforgiving dark fantasy, direct confrontation is a death sentence—cunning, verticality, and magical Amber powers are your tools for survival.

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Styx, the very first of all Goblins, is tormented by the confused memories of his past. Desperate for the magical sap of the World-Tree to uncover his origins and gain infinite power, he must infiltrate a vertiginous fortress guarded by Elves and Humans. As he climbs closer to the tree's heart, political intrigue and twisted secrets reveal a narrative far darker than simple theft.

Gameplay

Built on a foundation of 'pure stealth,' the game discourages combat by making Styx physically weak against armed guards. Success requires mastering light and shadow, navigating dizzying vertical environments, and utilizing magical abilities. Players must create clones to distract enemies, turn invisible to cross open ground, and orchestrate 'accidents' to eliminate targets without raising alarms.

Key Features

  • 1Hardcore Stealth Mechanics based on light, sound, and line-of-sight
  • 2Massive Vertical Levels with non-linear pathfinding
  • 3RPG Skill Trees for Stealth, Agility, Cloning, and Amber vision
  • 4Unique Cloning System to create remote-controlled decoys
  • 5Dynamic Lighting engine where shadows provide safety
  • 6Environmental Assassinations and poisoning mechanics
  • 7Two Centuries of Goblin cynicism and dark humor

Highlights

First Goblin Protagonist in a stealth gameThe miles-high architecture of AkenashIntricate 'open' level design rewarding explorationStrategic use of magical Amber powersChallenging AI that reacts to noise and disturbance

Pros & Cons

長所

  • +Rewarding, old-school stealth challenge
  • +Complex, multi-layered level design
  • +Deep character customization via skill trees
  • +Unique dark fantasy atmosphere and lore
  • +Creative use of clone mechanics

短所

  • -Combat is deliberately clunky and punishing
  • -Unforgiving checkpoint system can frustrate
  • -Occasional camera issues in tight spaces

Game Ratings

Stealth Mechanics10/10

Pure, unadulterated infiltration focus

Level Design9/10

Massive vertical maps with many routes

Atmosphere8/10

Gritty, dark fantasy aesthetic

Combat4/10

Intentionally weak; fight only as last resort

Story7/10

Cynical narrative with intriguing lore

Who Will Enjoy This?

Stealth Purists50%

Fans of Thief and Splinter Cell who love ghosting levels

Explorers30%

Players who love finding every secret route and collectible

Dark Fantasy Fans20%

Those drawn to gritty lore and anti-hero protagonists

Similar To

Stealth Purity

Thief (Classic)

90%

match

Vertical Powers

Dishonored

75%

match

Universe

Of Orcs and Men

100%

match

💡 Did You Know?

Styx is canonically the very first goblin in his universe.

The character Styx originally appeared as a support character in the RPG 'Of Orcs and Men'.

You can vomit into food supplies to poison guards—a signature goblin tactic.

The Tower of Akenash is designed to feel miles high, with fatal drops everywhere.

The game features no automatic health regeneration, emphasizing caution.

Latest Updates & Events

EventLIVE

[Upcoming] Styx: Master of Shadows - Free on Epic Games

Styx: Master of Shadows is an infiltration game with RPG elements taking place in a dark fantasy universe, where you sneak, steal and assassinate your way through as Styx, a Goblin two-centuries of age.

Free Game
Epic Games Store
Limited Time
Start: 1/15/2026End: 1/22/2026
A return to the roots of the genre, where being seen means death.Stealth Enthusiast Weekly
Better a goblin in the shadows than a corpse in the light.Styx (In-Game)

Game Ratings

Stealth Mechanics10/10

Pure, unadulterated infiltration focus

Level Design9/10

Massive vertical maps with many routes

Atmosphere8/10

Gritty, dark fantasy aesthetic

Combat4/10

Intentionally weak; fight only as last resort

Story7/10

Cynical narrative with intriguing lore

Who Will Enjoy This?

Stealth Purists50%

Fans of Thief and Splinter Cell who love ghosting levels

Explorers30%

Players who love finding every secret route and collectible

Dark Fantasy Fans20%

Those drawn to gritty lore and anti-hero protagonists

Similar To

Thief (Classic)
Stealth Purity
Similarity
90%
Dishonored
Vertical Powers
Similarity
75%
Of Orcs and Men
Universe
Similarity
100%

💡 Did You Know?

Styx is canonically the very first goblin in his universe.

The character Styx originally appeared as a support character in the RPG 'Of Orcs and Men'.

You can vomit into food supplies to poison guards—a signature goblin tactic.

The Tower of Akenash is designed to feel miles high, with fatal drops everywhere.

The game features no automatic health regeneration, emphasizing caution.

Latest Updates & Events

EventLIVE
1/15/2026

[Upcoming] Styx: Master of Shadows - Free on Epic Games

Styx: Master of Shadows is an infiltration game with RPG elements taking place in a dark fantasy universe, where you sneak, steal and assassinate your way through as Styx, a Goblin two-centuries of age.

Free GameEpic Games StoreLimited Time

Timeline

2012
Character Debut
Styx appears in 'Of Orcs and Men'
2014-10
Game Release
Styx: Master of Shadows launches on PC and Consoles
2017-03
Sequel
Styx: Shards of Darkness released

Amber Powers

  • Amber Vision: Detect enemies and hidden ledges through walls.
  • Invisibility: Short-duration camouflage to bypass patrols.
  • Clone Generation: Create a disposable copy to scout or distract.

The Goblin's Creed

Unlike typical heroes, Styx is small, ugly, and weak. He cannot parry endless blows. If you are surrounded, you will die. This vulnerability creates genuine tension, forcing you to think like a thief, not a warrior.

Game Details

Developer
Nacon
Publisher
Nacon
Platforms
PC
Genres
Stealth, RPG +1
Atmosphere
mysterious

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