Summary

  • Neowiz has acquired the global rights to Chinese indie game developer Shadowlight’s first title, Kill the Shadow, which is a narrative-focused adventure game that centres on a detective with a time-rewinding ability.
  • The game features HD 3D environment with 2D pixel characters and is aimed at PC and console audiences.
  • Last year Shadowlight released a demo of the game during Steam Next Fest that was positively received by users, who praised the story, reasoning and visual aspects.
  • This is the latest in a series of deals struck by Neowiz since the success of Lies of P in 2023, including partnerships with Wolfeye Studios, Zakazane and Lizard Smoothie.
  • Shadowlight is a young game studio in Shanghai that was founded by five graduates and has earned a number of awards for their developments.

By Dean Takahashi

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