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Styx: Shards of Darkness

Nacon

PC

"Embrace the goblin life: sneak, stab, and snark your way through a deadly elven city."

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[Upcoming] Styx: Shards of Darkness - Free on Epic Games

2026년 1월 15일

Styx returns in a new stealth adventure! Explore and master huge open environments, sneak past or assassinate new enemies and bosses, and experiment with the new array of lethal abilities and weapons in our goblin assassin's arsenal.

소개

Return as Styx, the cynical goblin master thief, in a pure stealth adventure built on verticality and ruthless cunning. Infiltrate the immense, labyrinthine city of Korrangar, utilizing magical amber powers and lethal gadgets to outwit enemies who are far stronger than you. This is a game where shadows are your only armor and silence is your deadliest weapon.

스토리

Following the fall of Akenash, Styx infiltrates the Dark Elven city of Korrangar during a diplomatic summit. Hired by a mysterious human officer named Helledryn, Styx seeks to steal a magical quartz scepter. However, he soon uncovers a sinister conspiracy involving the Elves, Dwarves, and the corrupting power of Amber that threatens his entire species.

Gameplay

Shards of Darkness offers an uncompromising stealth experience where direct combat is a death sentence. Players must master a fluid movement system that emphasizes verticality—swinging from ropes, scaling walls, and hiding in rafters. Success relies on manipulating light sources, crafting lethal traps, and managing sound levels to remain an unseen phantom.

Key Features

  • 1Vertical Sandbox Environments
  • 2Drop-in/Drop-out Co-op Mode
  • 3Amber Magic Abilities
  • 4Deep Crafting System
  • 5Clone Spawning Mechanics
  • 6Skill Tree Progression
  • 7Fourth-Wall Breaking Humor

Highlights

Unreal Engine 4 VisualsComplex Level DesignPunishing AI BehaviorUnique Goblin ProtagonistMeta-Commentary Narrative

장단점

장점

  • +Exceptional vertical level design with multiple paths
  • +Rewardingly difficult 'pure stealth' mechanics
  • +Humorous, cynical writing that mocks genre tropes
  • +Co-op mode adds a new tactical layer

단점

  • -Platforming controls can occasionally feel imprecise
  • -Combat is intentionally clunky and unforgiving
  • -Facial animations are somewhat stiff

Game Ratings

Graphics8/10

Atmospheric lighting and detailed dark fantasy environments.

Gameplay9/10

Deep, rewarding stealth mechanics with high agency.

Story7/10

Serviceable plot elevated by Styx's charismatic snark.

Sound8/10

Crucial audio cues and excellent voice acting.

Replayability8/10

Multiple routes, playstyles, and co-op incentives.

Who Will Enjoy This?

Stealth Purists50%

Players who love analyzing patrol routes and remaining unseen.

Explorers30%

Gamers who enjoy finding every hidden token in massive maps.

Co-op Tacticians20%

Duos looking for a coordinated infiltration challenge.

Similar To

Stealth Mechanics

Thief (Classic)

90%

match

Vertical Powers

Dishonored

75%

match

Visual Style

Aragami

70%

match

💡 Did You Know?

Styx openly mocks the player when they die, referencing other games and pop culture.

The character originated from the RPG 'Of Orcs and Men' before getting his own series.

In co-op, the second player controls a clone, meaning you are technically the same person.

You can vomit up a clone to distract guards, then teleport into its body.

The game features 'Amber Vision' to highlight interactive objects and enemy cones of vision.

Latest Updates & Events

EventLIVE

[Upcoming] Styx: Shards of Darkness - Free on Epic Games

Styx returns in a new stealth adventure! Explore and master huge open environments, sneak past or assassinate new enemies and bosses, and experiment with the new array of lethal abilities and weapons in our goblin assassin's arsenal.

Free Game
Epic Games Store
Limited Time
Start: 1/15/2026End: 1/22/2026

Scores

10/10
Stealth Purity
The goblin assassin Styx returns in a stealth game that actually respects the genre.IGN
Styx doesn't just break the fourth wall; he shatters it with a dagger.GameSpot

Game Ratings

Graphics8/10

Atmospheric lighting and detailed dark fantasy environments.

Gameplay9/10

Deep, rewarding stealth mechanics with high agency.

Story7/10

Serviceable plot elevated by Styx's charismatic snark.

Sound8/10

Crucial audio cues and excellent voice acting.

Replayability8/10

Multiple routes, playstyles, and co-op incentives.

Who Will Enjoy This?

Stealth Purists50%

Players who love analyzing patrol routes and remaining unseen.

Explorers30%

Gamers who enjoy finding every hidden token in massive maps.

Co-op Tacticians20%

Duos looking for a coordinated infiltration challenge.

Similar To

Thief (Classic)
Stealth Mechanics
Similarity
90%
Dishonored
Vertical Powers
Similarity
75%
Aragami
Visual Style
Similarity
70%

💡 Did You Know?

Styx openly mocks the player when they die, referencing other games and pop culture.

The character originated from the RPG 'Of Orcs and Men' before getting his own series.

In co-op, the second player controls a clone, meaning you are technically the same person.

You can vomit up a clone to distract guards, then teleport into its body.

The game features 'Amber Vision' to highlight interactive objects and enemy cones of vision.

Latest Updates & Events

EventLIVE
1/15/2026

[Upcoming] Styx: Shards of Darkness - Free on Epic Games

Styx returns in a new stealth adventure! Explore and master huge open environments, sneak past or assassinate new enemies and bosses, and experiment with the new array of lethal abilities and weapons in our goblin assassin's arsenal.

Free GameEpic Games StoreLimited Time

Timeline

2012-10
Origin
Styx debuts as a supporting character in 'Of Orcs and Men'.
2014-10
First Solo Outing
Release of 'Styx: Master of Shadows'.
2017-03
Shards of Darkness
Official release of the sequel on PC and Consoles.

Arsenal of Shadows

  • Amber Vision: See enemy heartbeats and hidden items.
  • Cloning: Vomit a controllable clone to scout or distract.
  • Invisibility: Bend light to vanish for short durations.
  • Cocoon: Throw a clone to distant locations to teleport.
  • Acid Traps: Dissolve bodies instantly to leave no trace.

Co-Op Dynamics

Unlike many games where co-op makes things easier, Styx requires tight coordination. If one player is spotted and killed, the mission fails (or resets) for both. Synchronized takedowns and using one goblin as bait while the other circles behind are essential tactics.

Game Details

Developer
Nacon
Publisher
Nacon
Platforms
PC
Genres
Stealth, Action-Adventure
Atmosphere
mysterious

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