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Shu
Shu will challenge and delight players with an engrossing 2.5D world, filled with collectables, obstacles and threats. Adventure across the land with the help of hand-drawn characters and their unique powers, forever pursued by a monstrous and unrelenting storm. Shu harkens back to old school platforming classics, but also adds its own unique flavo...
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As I’m sure you’ve sensed, the gist of it is that Shu is phenomenally well done. No, it may not be a power house in the charts, or a completely new trendsetter, but it is genre defining. Shu is the ultimate example of how a game should take its desired platform and then shape it into the most perfect game that platform has seen. It knows itself and it pronounces it proudly as a seminal indie classic, and it has secured itself a place in my heart.
Shu's platforming is well made and intense, leading to a fun game that speed runners and casual platform fans alike can enjoy. It's just a little on the short side.
Shu is an adorable 2.5D platformer. Find out if it's worth buying on PlayStation 4 by reading our Shu PS4 review!
Shu is a delightful 2D platformer that is sure to impress with its tight controls and fun design. Whether you enjoy a beautiful scene or some light puzzle platforming, you’re in for a treat that won’t break your wallet.
A terrible dark storm destroys a small seaside village. Shu, a survivor of the attack, must now embark on a journey of preservation and heroism. Travel across gorgeous environments in this platform adventure game full of stages, levels, leaderboards, and enjoyment. You'll find peace, chaos, and friendship, but most importantly you'll need to find sanctuary from the pursuing storm.
There are so many side-scrolling platformers out there that it's hard to keep up. Thankfully, Shu provides a unique twist on the typical formula and now that it's available for Vita, let's take a look at how it holds up in such a crowded genre.
Shu is a no frills approach to the classic 2D platformer. With a beautiful artstyle, fine-tuned controls, and a brisk difficulty, Shu is a short but sweet experience. However, even with collectibles and time modes, some players will likely be turned off by the simple controls and lack of innovation.
Shu is a game plagued by its own potential. With tight platforming and shifting abilities, this bite sized game could have been a real treat. Instead, you find yourself constantly bogged down in small frustrations and game breaking crashes. I like the game Shu is trying to be, but not the game it is.