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Styx: Shards of Darkness - Deluxe Edition

Nacon

PC

"Embrace the shadows as the master goblin assassin."

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Return as Styx, the sarcastic goblin assassin, in this stealth adventure sequel. Infiltrate the immense city of Körangar, master complex vertical environments, and utilize a deadly arsenal of amber-powered magic and crafted tools to steal a diplomat's scepter.

스토리

Hired by the shadowy Helledryn, Styx must infiltrate a diplomatic summit to steal an ambassador's scepter from a shape-shifting Elf. Driven by his addiction to magical Amber and the allure of quartz, Styx uncovers a conspiracy that threatens his kind, forcing him to navigate a web of intrigue aboard immense airships and through heavily guarded fortresses.

Gameplay

Pure stealth is the focus; direct combat is lethal and discouraged. Players must utilize verticality—swinging from ropes and climbing walls—to traverse massive open levels. Success relies on sound management, using environmental cover, and deciding between lethal assassinations or non-lethal subversion using gadgets and cloning abilities.

Key Features

  • 1Vertical Open Environments
  • 2Drop-in/Drop-out Co-op
  • 3Amber Magic Abilities
  • 4New Crafting System
  • 5Tactical Cloning Mechanics
  • 6Expanded Skill Trees
  • 7Non-Linear Level Design
  • 8Stealth & Subversion Focus

Highlights

Seamless Co-op MultiplayerSarcastic Anti-Hero ProtagonistComplex Vertical Level ArchitectureDynamic Lighting & Shadows

장단점

장점

  • +Rewarding pure stealth gameplay
  • +Massive, intricate levels with multiple paths
  • +Fun and distinct co-op experience
  • +Deep crafting and skill progression

단점

  • -Jump mechanics can feel inconsistent
  • -Combat is deliberately clunky to force stealth
  • -Enemy AI can occasionally be erratic

Game Ratings

Stealth10/10

Unforgiving and rewarding infiltration mechanics

Level Design9/10

Massive vertical playgrounds with hidden paths

Difficulty8/10

Punishing for those who break cover

Agility7/10

Fast movement hindered by tricky jump controls

Humor9/10

Styx constantly breaks the fourth wall

Who Will Enjoy This?

The Ghost40%

Players who leave no trace and kill no one

The Assassin35%

Methodical elimination of every guard

Co-op Duo25%

Friends synchronizing stealth kills together

Similar To

Stealth Mechanics

Dishonored 2

80%

match

Atmosphere

Thief (Classic)

75%

match

Protagonist

Styx: Master of Shadows

90%

match

💡 Did You Know?

Styx actually originated as a supporting character in the RPG 'Of Orcs and Men'.

The game introduces crafting, a feature absent in the first Styx title.

You can vomit into water supplies to poison guards using a clone.

Styx frequently insults the player directly when they die.

Scores

9/10
Stealth Depth
Explore and master huge open environments, sneak past or assassinate new enemies and bosses.Game Description
Styx returns in a new stealth adventure with a new array of lethal abilities.Nacon

Game Ratings

Stealth10/10

Unforgiving and rewarding infiltration mechanics

Level Design9/10

Massive vertical playgrounds with hidden paths

Difficulty8/10

Punishing for those who break cover

Agility7/10

Fast movement hindered by tricky jump controls

Humor9/10

Styx constantly breaks the fourth wall

Who Will Enjoy This?

The Ghost40%

Players who leave no trace and kill no one

The Assassin35%

Methodical elimination of every guard

Co-op Duo25%

Friends synchronizing stealth kills together

Similar To

Dishonored 2
Stealth Mechanics
Similarity
80%
Thief (Classic)
Atmosphere
Similarity
75%
Styx: Master of Shadows
Protagonist
Similarity
90%

💡 Did You Know?

Styx actually originated as a supporting character in the RPG 'Of Orcs and Men'.

The game introduces crafting, a feature absent in the first Styx title.

You can vomit into water supplies to poison guards using a clone.

Styx frequently insults the player directly when they die.

Timeline

2014
Prequel Released
Styx: Master of Shadows released
2017
Launch
Shards of Darkness released on PC/Console

Amber Abilities

  • Invisibility: Render Styx unseen for short durations
  • Amber Vision: Highlight enemies and interactables
  • Cloning: Create a playable copy of Styx to distract or teleport
  • Cocoon: Throw a clone to a distance and warp to its location

Co-Op Mode

A standout feature where a second player can join the game at any time. Partners can coordinate synchronized assassinations or use one goblin as a distraction while the other completes the objective.

Game Details

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

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