2017-07-23
Very good all around game
This game is really fun and challenging. It's great for killing time or to just sit down and grind through for a while. Graphics are stunning and gameplay is simple to control.
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** Apple Design Award Winner **
** App Store Best of 2015 **
Shadowmatic is an imagination-stirring puzzle where you rotate abstract objects in a spotlight to find recognizable silhouettes in projected shadows, relevant to the surrounding environment.
The game combines stunning visuals with relaxing and captivating gameplay.
On your journey to discover the right solution you will stumble upon many unexpected and infinitely varied silhouettes.
The game features 12 rooms, each flavored with unique concept, atmosphere, and music.
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“Simple to the point of beauty, and beautiful to the point of becoming a work of art, this is a game you won't want to win, because you won't want the experience to end” - Pocket Gamer
“It's fun, it's unique, and it's the perfect type of game to show off to people who typically don't play video games, as it's almost like an interactive piece of art” - Touch Arcade
“It’s always awesome to see a breathtaking, unique, and thoroughly innovative puzzle game pop up on the App Store” - Macworld
“Full of whimsical puzzles and thoughtful designs, Shadowmatic is a delightful and captivating iOS game” - CNET
“'Fantastically original': Shadowmatic works modern-day wonders with the ancient Chinese art of shadow puppetry” - The Guardian
“It’s like a mind-bending shadow-puppet spectacle” - TIME
“This game requires you to look at things a little differently” - Washington Post
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Hints.
The game includes a system of hints. To enjoy the game to its fullest, however, we recommend resorting to them on rare occasions only.
Music.
Every room in the game features its own music arrangement, adding up to the distinctive atmosphere and feel in each. The music is best experienced with headphones, and is available separately on iTunes.
-- More than 100 levels in 12 unique environments
-- Gorgeous graphics
-- Secondary objectives
-- Nonlinear level progression
-- 3D parallax view
-- Achievements
-- Arcade Mode
-- Synchronization with Apple TV
** The game is optimized for every iOS device separately (starting from iPhone 3GS and newer), however it's best experienced on the latest devices: iPhone 6s/7 and 6s/7 Plus, iPad Mini 3 and 4, iPad Air 2 and iPad Pro.
** Please note that the game is larger than 100MB and can only be downloaded using Wi-Fi.
Follow us on Twitter: @ShadowmaticGame
Join us on Facebook: @Shadowmatic
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Questions? Shoot us an email: support@triadastudiogames.com
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Triada Studio is a computer graphics and animation studio with over 20 years of industry experience. Shadowmatic is the company’s first project that bridges its vast computer graphics experience with an experimental in-house 3D engine.
What's New in Version 1.9.7
• bug fixes and improvements for all supported iOS versions
Seller
Name
TRIADA Studio LLC
Information
Developer
Categories
Version
1.9.7
Size
314.9 MB
Game Center
No
VPP Device Licensing
Yes
Rating
Rated: 4+
Compatibility
iOS 6.0 or later
Devices
iPad mini 3 (Cellular), iPad Air (Cellular), iPad mini Retina (Cellular), iPad mini 4 (Cellular), iPad mini 3, iPad Pro (11-inch), iPad Air 2, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro (11-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (10.5-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPad Pro (Cellular), iPad Pro (9.7-inch) (Cellular), iPad Pro (9.7-inch), iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 5s, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone SE, iPhone 6, iPhone XS Max, iPad Pro (10.5-inch), iPhone XS, iPad mini (5th Generation), iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro, iPod touch (6th Generation), iPad Air, iPad Air 2 (Cellular), iPad mini 4
Languages
English, Armenian, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish
App Store: Customer Ratings
Ratings & Reviews
4.5 of 5 (6,170 Ratings)
App Store: Customer Reviews
2017-07-22
very under-appreciated
This game is stunning, challenging, meditative, and stimulating. This game is therapy lol
2017-07-21
Intriguing and relaxing game!
Intriguing and relaxing game!
2017-07-13
Super fun game.
Amazing puzzle game.
2017-07-13
Good, simple, and fun!
I love it when a developer creates something that is entertaining while not requiring every brain cell for the process. I play this before bed and it is actually quite relaxing.
2017-06-17
Enjoyable
I really like this app. It's unlike any of the other game apps that I have. It takes a little bit of time to master, but it provides an enjoyable way to papa some time.
2017-06-10
Fun puzzles, beautiful graphics
Puzzles are fun, backgrounds and depth of graphics are beautiful, controls are fluid.
2017-06-09
Awesome!
Super fun. Challenging and creative. Love it
2017-06-08
Awesome
Rt
2017-06-05
Love.
Love. Love. Love.
2017-06-05
New to game
Just started playing the game and so far I like it.
2017-06-03
If you have no life....maybe
More interesting things to do in life than rotate shadows.
2017-06-03
Soothing puzzles
It's a fun game. Easy game play with soothing soundtrack. Just the thing to wind down for bed or fill a boring interim.
2017-06-02
Fun but frustrating
Really cool and kills time but can be super picky about some shadows while completing others when pieces are out of place. Just do not throw your phone at a wall.
2017-06-02
Very original and fun
Great game. Total A++ for originality.
2017-06-01
I like it 👍🏼
I'm always looking for puzzle games that are somewhat challenging, but not overwhelming. I'm enjoying this game, no pressure, interesting and not to easy. Yay ~ Thanks for being creative 😁
2017-06-01
Supermán
Recommend para jugar
2017-06-01
Gorgeous and soothing
A beautiful little game that can be deceptively difficult at times. The attention to detail in design really makes it stand out.
2017-05-31
Beautiful
The price is an amazing deal for such a well-designed piece of art. The puzzles vary in difficulty and provide the user with subtle hints and a progress bar that lights up the closer that the puzzle is to being solved. What really took my breath away were the intricacies that went into making the game immersive. The music, different environments, and even the 3D-Effect presented using the gyroscope is very well integrated into the app. It's a very clean and polished interface that makes for an amazing app overall. Great job guys and keep up the hard work.
2017-05-31
Love it!!!
Kills time. Who would have thought to come up with such a great idea for an app! Very unique.
2017-05-31
Awesome
It's a great game, challenging, and something new/refreshing!
2017-05-30
Deleted instantly.
Remove tutorial.
I have a brain. Let me use it.
2017-05-30
Way better than finger shadows!
Definitely challenges your 3D thinking. Loads of fun!
2017-05-30
Org
This game is orgasm. Relaxes and make your brain work. At least once a day your brain will work miracle.
2017-05-30
Great Game
Definitely challenging at times, but relieved when you finally find the match! Fun when your just sitting around not doing much. Addictive, it will make you just ant to keep going, shadow after shadow!
2017-05-30
THIS GAME IS AMAZING!!! 👍👍👍
PLEASE HELP ME DOWNLOAD THIS APPS CANT DOWNLOAD IT I LOVE THIS KIND OF THING PLEASE GUYS! 😅😅😅
2017-05-30
Ingenious!
Truly, this is one of the most innovative and relaxing thinkers I've ever played.
2017-05-30
Very fun and relaxing
Great game that gives you the opportunity to solve puzzles through shadows. Very entertaining and has a smooth and relaxing soundtrack to go with it. A great game for any puzzle fan!
2017-05-29
Great puzzles
Unique games with fun and challenging puzzles.
2017-05-29
Love This Game!!!!!
Really makes you think!
2017-05-29
Amazing !!
I love this app. The graphics are amazing. A relaxing way to pass time
2017-05-29
Great game!
I love how it forces you to think outside of the box and really process things.
2017-05-29
Awesome
Love it...soothing and fun!
2017-05-29
Worth - new kind if games
I love how i use my imagination into 3d
2017-05-29
Excellent!
This is a great app for puzzle fans. Highly recommended!
2017-05-29
It's amazing
I'm surprised for this game it's very very good. Thank every ONE to work and do this game
2017-05-28
Good
Nice game. It is just the right difficulty and it is very relaxing.
2017-05-28
Addictive
Great app to give your brain a workout
2017-05-28
Great game
It is the best game ever.
Thank you.
2017-05-27
Good relaxing game
NA
2017-05-27
Artistically Breathtaking!
Visually it melted my soul. Love love love this game!
2017-05-27
Cool
Cool game! I like the challenges!
2017-05-27
Beautiful and relaxing
Well designed and implemented game. Simple controls, yet challenging.
2017-05-27
Excellent concept & graphics - challenging & mesmerizing
I love the idea, the execution of the shadows, and the challenges to make a chunk (or chunks) of twisted, 3D, beautiful-on-their-own shapes into something recognizable! Simple concept, instantly entertaining, and fun to see what twists & turns produce even before the expected shape appears. Well worth the space & discounted price!
2017-05-26
There logo reminds me of porn hub
Might want to change the logo 🤣
2017-05-26
Amazing!!!!!!
Worth every penny and more!!!
2017-05-26
Not just another game.
It's not just another game on AppStore. It's one of it's kind. Amazing graphics, excellent gameplay. 10/10
2017-05-26
Very impressed
Love the game would like to see what puzzles come next
2017-05-25
Simply gorgeous!!
I played the demo and loved it. Bought the full game as it offers gorgeous challenging levels. Well worth the full price!!
2017-05-25
Why does the logo
Looks like the logo of P*rnhub?
2017-05-14
Beautiful but fussy
I wanted to love this game as I'm a big fan of imaginative visual puzzles. Great creative concept. Pretty visuals and soothing music. Gameplay is simple enough. Rotate the object in front of the light until a recognizable shadow is cast. I did love it at first. However-
There is a major jump in difficulty from single everyday objects to two-object obscure shadows. (Sock, the number "5" etc) At this point I found myself frustrated and burning through hints. Once you run out of hints there's no way to refill them. You can't advance beyond the level... Meaning, you're just stuck. Not the fun and calm time waster I was hoping for.
My second complaint is that the game is too fussy about what counts as a completed object. More than once I had completed the object- the shadow looks perfect- but I had to keep fussing with it to get the game to register that I was done. Takes the fun out of it to watch the timer ticking away while you know you're actually done.
Overall I still *want* to love it. But for how much memory it uses I want to be able to play it and enjoy it regularly. I find myself annoyed almost as often as enjoying it.
2016-12-01
Worth the small price for this game
I played a demo of this game in the store, and bought it as soon as I got back home. This is one of those games that is unlike the rest, and it stands out as something thought provoking, creative, and very fun to play. If you like to solve puzzles, it really doesn't get much better. It also goes without saying, but the graphics and gameplay are exquisite, once you get the hang of it. Do yourself a favor and buy this game.
2016-03-12
Stunning graphics, interesting concept
This game's graphics are gorgeous and it's a great game you can play for a quick break to relax. The only improvement suggestion I can give would be make the game harder, for now, I am only spending about 20 seconds on average on each stage to match the shadows.
Edit: I gave 5 stars earlier but as the game progressed the controls get very awkward and the parts you carefully rotated can be messed up by the poorly designed controls. It's very frustrating, despite a game that could be awesome I can only give 4 stars.
2016-03-11
Highly unforgiving work of art.
This is one of the most beautiful games I've played. The level of detail in everything from objects to menus is gorgeous. If I were to rate on looks alone, this would easily be a 5-star game.
Sadly, the playability of the game appears to have been a lower priority than the graphics. Did you create a perfect shadow, but at a slightly different angle than the game wants? Tough cookies, no credit for you ! You can try to rotate that perfect shadow, but good luck using the clunky controls to do that without messing up anything in the process. You're going to be spending a few minutes fine-tuning that shadow again.
This game has a lot of potential. Unfortunately, for now it's not even close to living up to that potential.
2016-02-29
Very good game
I gave this a 4 star instead of a 5 star because the game isn't perfect. I sometimes find myself knowing what the silhouette is but it takes a while for it to connect letting me move on which burns time that is really unnecessary. Although I didn't think much of this game thinking it would have been challenging and I had to be some kind of genius to play the game, but no that was clearly not the case this game is relatively easy and get harder as you move on of course but it is a very friendly refreshing game. I like this game a lot and it give you this dark room old film kind of vibe! Stunning game!
2016-02-08
One of the best games on the App Store...ever.
Shadowmatic has aged better than any wine. From the 'simple' premise of rotating shapes in order to turn their shadows into everyday objects, to the beautiful ambient music, to the cool skins put on the shapes - no game is better at taking a simple concept and turning it into long periods of stress-relieving fun. And isn't that what a game is supposed to do? I've had this game forever and it's still one of my go-to's for relaxation and enjoyment.
No mobile device should be without this game (and 'The Room' series, but that's another review). Try this game, I promise it will hook you. Oh, and the dark side of The Force rulz!🤘
2015-12-29
A puzzle for Puzzlers
It's easy to use and tough to master. Although playing with shadows has been a puzzle concept for a while now it works really well using a touch screen device. Being able to manipulate the objects in all manners and ways makes this a stand out puzzler. The "ah-ha" moments feel right but keep in mind these can get rather tricky so walking away from a particular puzzle is probably needed from time to time. There are several puzzles open at once so this is no real bother. I've been wanting to play a puzzle game that doesn't get stale before you finish like those "tap and switch" ones do. For anyone who grew up loving things like the Penny Press Puzzle Books then have at it. Worth it.
2015-12-20
Great game, can be frustrating, useless hints.
This game is a lot of fun, but can be extremely frustrating. So many times I have the shape as close as I could possibly get it and all of the dots except for the last stubborn one will light up. I will try nudging the pieces this way or that but the last stupid dot will just give me the middle finger practically. It doesn't happen on every level, mostly the harder ones (the worst so far was the "&" level), but it's enough to make me quit.
The hints are no help at all. I find that I can figure out what the shape is supposed to be long before I get the pieces in place, but because the hints are only good for telling me what it is, they are pretty much useless.
Otherwise, it is a beautiful and original game.
2015-11-06
A lot of unbalanced fun
A lot of fun but a few things stand out, first it freezes, ALOT, on the Apple TV, particularly around level 5, so much so I knocked it down from what I'd say is a 4.5 game down to 3 stars. Secondly, I say it's unbalanced because some puzzles are quite forgiving in the presentation, others require near pixel perfect precision to solve, with no clear reason why. When I can visually identify what the object is without hints, but it takes 2 minutes or more to perfect the optical angle at which it expects, but other puzzles snap together before you'd expect them to, I'd say it's a bit unbalanced. Some of the objects are really archaic as well, prepare for a few "what the??" Moments. A lot of potential here though, ALOT.
2015-10-13
Gorgeous, unique puzzle game!
Graphics are amazing, soundtrack is a perfect fit, and the concept is super cool and original. This is definitely an app worth trying. My only tiny complaint is that is that it can be reeally hard to get the shape to align exactly into the final position. I would like if you could adjust the recognition sensitivity so when your shape is basically in the correct spot it would snap into place. Overall amazing app though!
2015-10-11
Very Cool!... But ...
Has to be the most unique game I've ever run across, and generally speaking it's 'growing on me'. Although, if I stop in the middle of trying to solve an object, to come back to it later, it opens the correct one but I have to re-adjust each piece all over again. (Which is doubly frustrating on the several pieced objects). The hints I've used are for the most part, not very useful at all, being that it has only taken me less than a minute to discover what the object IS, but the hints don't help with how to position the object. All-in-all, beautiful and unique!
2015-10-06
I LOVE THIS GAME!!!
The puzzles are awesome. The graphics are incredible and calming. The "light spot" looks like an actual light spot, etc. At first I thought the music washing up be annoying, mostly because most of the game music is annoying, but it never got annoying. It was a good accompaniment as I totally slammed some neurons. As puzzles go this is definitely not the humdrum spin on the same kind of puzzles that just have different graphics. Thanks for making it. Oh yeah. The tutorial is extremely helpful and easy to follow. It's hands (fingers) on learning, again not annoying. Not annoying but instead calm and pleasant, to me is an awesome feature (yes subjective so - take it from there).
2015-09-25
Fun but frustrating
Love the game, and the idea of it. This is by far the most original idea I've seen for iPhone games in ages, so kudos!!
The frustrating thing is, there are times when it is very clear and obvious what the shape is but the shadow might be off by the tiniest bit, and it doesn't recognize it so you rack up more time trying to tweak the pieces ever so slightly until it decides you have it. Not sure how you can fix this without destroying the integrity of the game overall, but it's very aggravating!! Lol
2015-09-25
Beautiful, Original Game
So I've used up all my data for this month, and I started looking for a game to play in order to keep myself away from my social media apps until the end of the month. This game is the most unique puzzle game I've ever played. It's really challenging (and honestly sometimes frustrating), but it's something you want to keep working at instead up giving up on, unlike a lot of other puzzle games like Candy Crush. The background music is relaxing and the game offers all kinds of different objects, letters, and shapes to try and figure out.
The only thing I don't like about this game is that it ends too soon. I'd love to keep playing, but I've already beaten it! This game definitely deserves 5+ stars.
2015-09-23
GET THIS GAME
This game is the best, most creative, mind boggling app I have ever seen. The creators must make more, please. They have gone and created the best app ever. I will play this forever and it not get bored. I am telling all my friends about this I was amazed at the first level and it became even better as it went I'm barely starting and I can see a bright future of games coming from this studio. This is what my true thoughts are and I congratulate the creators for this game. It perfect. Thank you.
2015-09-23
Great value for $2, better Value for free
I've been eyeing this game for a while, but never got around to actually buying it. Now that it's free I picked it up and am regretting I never bought it. The game is beautiful with appropriate music.
One flaw it has is that it is way too finicky. I'd know exactly what I need to make, and I have 5/6 lights kit,and it looks correct, but I have to fidget it ever so slightly to make it pass. That's not fun.
Also the 3-piece puzzles have almost zero predictability when you move them together...
2015-09-22
Digital Shadow Charade
Shadowmatic paves a course to mind-boggling and puzzling games milestones. Accessorizing the old-fashioned shadow on the wall game with thrown pottery sculptures, metal unwelt, and plastic for the expanse of the intrigue of the game design, and offering a lighting measuring stick, compels players to play even the more advanced shadow artistry with Shadowmatic anytime, everytime, and anywhere. An onset mind-teaser for livelihood, easily becomes a digital shadow charade. With level selection variations, complete soundtracks, advanced shadow artists could aspire to beat all of the game levels in record times.
2015-09-22
Very nicely done!
The graphics are beautiful, the motion is easy to get the hang of when turning the pieces, the music is lovely, it is very thought-provoking, even though the images that you are trying to create are generally very simple images, the complexity of the pieces you must turn to get this very simple object is extremely creative. (this object simplicity may change as I get further along in the game however… LOL)
Kudos to the developers for this one!
2015-09-22
Wow!
Hello! If you are wondering if you should pick this up while it is free, you NEED to do so before you need to pay for it. I will try to give a lot of details about it in this review.
-Gameplay-
The gameplay of Shadowmatic involves shadows and weird shapes. You MUST use these two to create a shape that isn't clear at first (sometimes). It's a fun, small puzzle game that has a lot of challenge and some moments. 5/5
-Graphics-
The graphics for Shadowmatic are simply AMAZING. This is by far, the most realistic looking game on the App Store. I wonder if it's using Unreal Engine 4..... 5/5
-Replayability-
The replayability of Shadowmatic is small because you already know the shapes. (If you're the developer, I STRONGLY urge you to read this part) I think there should be a free-play feature, or a small mode (a lot like free-play) where you can create puzzles for other players to download and try to figure out. 2/5
-OVERALL! WOOOO!-
Overall, this game is a must have for all iPod, iPhone, and iPad users. Play it as a time waster or just to have a challenge thrown at you. 4/5
NOTE: This is all based on opinion and how far I've personally gotten. Thank you for reading, and I hope the developer(s) read this review. :)
2015-09-22
I love it.
This game is amazing. It is just the right amount of difficulty without being obnoxiously hard while being beautifully designed, especially for being an app. I have only been playing for a short while but I'm already hooked. It definitely makes you put your thinking cap on and use your brain. It is absolutely worth the download. Not only will it kill any spare time, I find myself wanting to make time to play it.
2015-09-21
Amazing Game
This game is a creative masterpiece! The graphics and the mechanics and everything in this game shines. The clues, the hints, the ones with 2 pieces. It's a fun, interesting concept that is executed in a nearly flawless manner. The hints are reasonable, even if they do have micro transactions, and I adore the different themes and levels. However what makes this one of the best games in the App Store is the small, little touches. For example, you can move the stage slightly by tilting the iPhone. It's not really game mechanic, but it's a really neat touch. It's just so polished!
2015-09-21
Challenge your paradigm
A wonderful visual concept game that forces you to change how you look at every puzzle. Brilliant concept, probably derived from a little too much reading of Plato's Cave, but it expertly brings to life the notion that the shadow of a thing is not the thing. Soothing and relaxing music, challenging puzzles, gorgeous visuals, highly intuitive gameplay and interface. This is a well crafted game from top to bottom and I'm looking forward to playing through it.
2015-09-20
More hints
When I got the game I thought it would be cool. Then when I got to the two piece ones I raged. I wish I could just get the name one that would tell me what it is. You really only get ONE per stage. I don't want to spend 11 hint points so I could just know what I'm doing. The wrench one took me 6 MINUTES! It should have taken me 1 or 2 minutes if I could just get the name one, or let us watch a video to get 1 or 2 hint points so you won't be like. Greedy developer: I did it! I created a game where it's luck with every single stage. And you can only buy hints! I created a masterpiece! I must let the world know that it's good at first but when I crank it to 11 early in the game, you must spend a ton of money to win!!!!!!!! I HATE THIS GAME.......sorry I just wish i could (pass out from anger)
2015-09-19
Amazing Concept & Gameplay! 🙂
Well, first off, I'm not even an hour into it, and its already got me hooked! Really makes you think🤔...
Without hints, its pretty challenging. The different environments are beautifully constructed, which gives you a hint on what subject the item is without spending coins.
All i really gotta say is, this is a perfect app for "the game of the week." Its a amazing concept, beautifully crafted and cronstructed. Cheers, and happy gaming! 🙂🤘🏻🎮 Definantly worth the 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!
2015-09-19
Awesome!
I enjoy puzzles of all kinds, but so many in the App Store are driven by competition with friends and in app purchases.
I'm not competitive by nature and I refuse to pay and pay and pay to play. I can't count the number of times I've deleted apps because of either of those factors.
This one has a fresh approach! I have to use my mind, but I am not forced to enlist friends to advance, stop to watch ads or pay to play.
Great job, developers!
I can play at my own pace and not be pressured to spend money or compete.
2015-09-18
Creatively Constructed
From the minute I saw it on the App Store, I wanted to play it... but it costed money and I have used all mine up on other apps lol! But now that it's free, I scooped it up without hesitation before it went back to the paid version.
And to be honest, I'm not let down. This game is to intuitive and creative and simply awesome. It makes you think and is pretty addictive. It's one of those games that you would play when waiting for the train or when you just want to chill out for a time after doing a lot of work. Nicely done!
2015-09-17
Fun and almost perfect if they fixed MAJOR control flaw
I'm updating this to drop the game a couple of stars. I had to quit again due to the frustration of the controls. I can tell what the image is, and have the three pieces turned to the correct positions, but I COULDN'T get the three pieces to align because as I was trying to get them to move to where I want them they are spinning around all over the place and not going where I need/want them to go. Just awful controls.
I really loved this game. It's really challenging at times figuring out what the image is, that's what makes it a great game. I don't want to just walk through it because I'd feel like I wasted my money. The graphics are beautifully done. It really is a great game.
Here it comes, the "but"!
When the puzzles contain three pieces the controls become so frustrating that I've actually turned the game off because I can't get them to line up. The instructions tell how to "lock" two pieces together and move the third, but they all keep moving out of place anyway making it almost impossible to line everything up. It's frustrating to know what the image is but not be able to put it together. Part of the puzzle shouldn't be trying to figure out the controls. If they fixed this one MAJOR issue this puzzle game would be almost perfect.
2015-07-23
Amazing! Low reviewers are just incompetent.
This game is fun, engaging, calming, and just brilliant. Those who say it's too hard may need to look toward other games, like Hello Kitty a island Adventure or something equally brainless. Lining up 2 and 3 pieces is surprisingly easy and the game is rather forgiving when you get the pieces to their general area.
I wish I could give 6 stars, and I would easily pay $10 for this game.
One of the few iPad games I keep coming back to.
2015-07-20
Interesting and engaging
I was afraid this puzzle game would be too hard and didn't buy it the first time it went on sale. Then I kept thinking about the intriguing way it plays with shadows and shapes and knew I wanted to try it. Some puzzles can be challenging to the point where you may feel frustrated but there are a few things that help you to continue playing. There are dots that let you know you're getting close and hints to help .
2015-06-22
Eloquent Design
This App is a work of art, from the subtle backgrounds and dreamy stereophonic music, to the beautifully abstract objects and the iconic shadows which they render. Like all good recreational Apps, Shadowmatic is highly and pleasantly addictive.
There are drawbacks. The game should remain as forgiving in the later, more difficult shadows. We don't need to spend minutes fine tuning a complex image of a basketball player that already looks like a clean, accurate image of a basketball player. Another thing, Hints should always be available. Some of the images the player is trying to find are so obscure that assistance is called for. Anyway, the player has paid money for the game and should be able to adjust it to their particular likes and dislikes. Notice there is only one Setting here, and it is a minor one. Power to the player! (Note to frustrated players: assistance can be found online and in Apps.)
All in all, this really is a beautiful game and players really should try it at its most complex. And play it in the way you enjoy best.
2015-06-10
Innovative, Addictive, Challenging
I'm very glad I gave this game a try. It's definitely very innovative and different from your typical puzzle games. Who knew playing with shadows can be so much fun! The game pieces and shadow forms definitely become more challenging as you progress further into the game and that's where a lot of time and patience is required. You could always use your earned points for hints (which I don't suggest unless you are REALLY stuck). The status bar is super helpful as it tells you how close you are getting to the correct shadow form. Imagination is key as the game does not tell you what shadow form you are supposed to come up with. Only frustration I had was when there are three pieces involved. It can be hard trying to move one of the pieces around while keeping the other two pieces in the desired position.
2015-05-30
Hidden treasures!
Been waiting for this one for over a year. Simple controls, great music, and plenty of puzzles make this a real winner. One of the top games on the App Store and one of the best games in the last year period. For the people complaining that the controls are tricky or that the puzzles are hard this isn't a game to blow through in a few minutes. Spend a little less time complaining about the difficulty and more time thinking and you'll be fine. The difficulty makes the game more rewarding. As for the controls, I have a pretty severe hand tremor and I have no problems with them. Tap to switch between shapes and hold to move both objects to the correct orientation.
2015-05-29
Using your brain to kill time!
The game isn't as hard as it seems. For me, at least. I can finish a level in two minutes when it felt like ten seconds. I usually find out what the shadow is supposed to be pretty quickly, but trying to replicate what the game wants takes up more time. Some people say it's "so hard", so I feel like I am accomplishing something while using my brain. Great time killer, great game and a great way to use your brain's recognition abilities for something! Love it!
2015-05-24
Yes, but
Very pretty, great finishes on the objects.
Finished shadows sometimes not what I think the item looks like, for example, the key. Even if you told me the answer is key, I would never have pictured the solution that I ended up finally finding. Also, the hint was "restriction lifter", which to me is completely useless. Other hints are equally convoluted, even the second or third; and solutions are sometimes equally random, like kerosene lantern, among a couple of others.
Mostly tho I wish the completion gauge were more sensitive, I try and try and try and the thing doesn't budge even when I at times see I'm on the right path, or I am moving pieces fractions of a millimeter while the gauge hovers at 5 1/2 and then thank goodness suddenly I happen to move the right piece one more hairs breadth and it solves...
All in all, in any case, a good time. a little more genuine help via proper hints or a more helpful/accurate completion guide
2015-05-24
Surprisingly addicting
I bought this game because of the raving reviews, but after the first level I thought it was going to stink. 4 levels later I was hooked. It seems more difficult than it is, but don't worry there are some really challenging levels. The design is beautiful. My favorite part, however, is that is challenges me to use my spatial imagination in a new way, which is why I think everyone loves this game so much. We love cause and effect, and this is is hardening back to one of our favorite childhood experiences of making shadow puppets. Props to the developer, truly a work of art.
2015-05-24
Impressive
Such a great game. Started with an email I've gotten for games recommended for $0.99 to this wonderful discovery. The game over all is really impressive. The way it's designed and the graphics are amazing. It's a puzzle game that makes you think and challenge your self to see objects and shapes in another light. At the same time, the relaxing music and the way it all goes together makes it a soothing way to pass time. I would recommend this game. It's one of those "great little gems" that are still in the App Store.
2015-03-29
Works to a point
I can't recommend and the reason is as follows. This game is very inventive and cool idea, but, there are many shapes that once you get it right the game still won't recognize it. As you move further into the game it seems to become near impossible to get the exact line up the game wants even though it appears perfect and indistinguishable from the final allowed correct alignment, causing excess time for no reason. All dots are bright indicating correct placement but still won't accept as correct. I am now stuck on two that no matter what placement of the object I use will never be accepted even though it is completely obvious what they are and any further movement causes them to look incorrect and the loss of highlighted dots indicating movement away from correct placement. To bad, if there isn't an update in a few weeks I will simply delete and request my money back for a defective product.
2015-03-15
Not for Lefties - bad controls
Interesting game but the designers must hate South paws. I like the process of the game and the visualization required to win the level but EVERYTHING is geared to right handed people. It is almost impossible to use your left hand to manipulate the object - both because on smaller screens your left hand blocks the shadow area and the controls are geared for use by the right hand. Since winning the level requires precise manipulation of the floating object and my right hand doesn't have that type of fine motor control because I'm left handed I have a hard time finishing the game. So, designers, give us South Paws a chance. Offer an option to flip the screen.
2015-02-11
These controls👎
For the love of Christ these controls are horrible. For a game that requires such exact positioning the controls are lacking. Instead of having to rotate objects around each other until they just happen to fall into place you should be able to click and drag each piece individually. Tap the piece to select it. Tap and hold to engage movement. Tap the little button to engage rotational mode. Maybe those control ideas aren't the greatest but something more simple would give this game a better edge. The game play is fine and the graphics are well done. The concept behind the game seems more of a memory and attention to detail kind of game rather than something that sparks spatial awareness. Overall I think that this game is average, but has the potential to be much better. I can tell hours of hard work have been poured into this app. I appreciate its solid design, but a few more tweaks will take it from solid to iconic.
2015-02-08
Quick escalation from fun to frustrating
As a 3D modeler by trade, I find this game concept fascinating! The visuals are absolutely stunning with excellent execution, at the beginning at least. However it quickly went from fun to frustrating. Target images were initially recognizable through the single and double object puzzles - i.e. bicycle looked like a bicycle. But once the triple object puzzles started the target images became obscure and sometimes vaguely familiar even after solved.
In my opinion, the shift felt like forceful motivation to purchase hints. So overall the game is gorgeous as well as fun/possible for $2.99 worth of time.
2015-02-02
One of my favorites! One small issue..
I've really come to enjoy Shadomatic, so much so my girlfriend I AirPlay together on the AppleTv and solve puzzles in the living room. The music is great and worth a second listen to separate from the in-game experience.
The only issue I have with this game is you cannot change the rotation orientation (invert controls). My brain just thinks the opposite. Also the threshold for completion is somewhat off. I think the glowing lights at the bottom should begin to shine earlier on and help to allow you to figure out the images. Also when moving the three pieces intravenously and simultaneously is a total nightmare. Otherwise sound game!!
2015-01-25
Absolutely stunning.
This game like everyone said is a masterpiece. It's worth the money for the insane beautiful graphics. It would be great if we could save our progress of the game. The only words I have for this game is: beautiful, stunning, and amazing. This game gives what's worth your money. I recommend buying this game, since the graphics are unbelievable. Once again, this is like a stress-reliever for those who want to escape to making shadows with objects. And this is the game for you.
2015-01-21
Frustrating
I Love puzzle games and bought this hoping to find a new favorite. To me this ended up being a terrible waste of time and money. Each "puzzle" asks you to recreate the shadow of a common item, the only problem is you have no idea what you are supposed to be making. You have to rotate pieces until you figure out what you are supposed to make or until you accidentally get close and one of the indicator lights starts to come to life. Even when you know what you are making, the game is variable as to how close you have to be to get credit. On the teddy bear shadow I was able to complete it even when there was a small hole of light in the middle of his belly while the shadow of the dog took quite a bit of tweaking after there was a recognizable shadow for me to get credit for completing it. Spend you money and time elsewhere.
2015-01-20
Clever, Amusing
This is a clever puzzle game. The basic game is not incredibly long, but finding secrets adds a considerable number of additional puzzles.
Some levels are easy, while others can be devilishly tricky. The categorization of subjects provides a basic hint, and there's also a hint feature in the app which I have not used.
The game seems a bit inconsistent when it comes to lighting up the bar that indicates that you're getting close to the solution, and is inconsistent as to how closely the aligned parts must match the solution before the game decides you're close enough to call the puzzle solved - so some levels take a lot of tedious adjustment to complete while others seem to pull together even when the parts seem clumsily aligned.
2015-01-18
The awe wears off because of frustrating game play
It is a beautiful game with a great soundtrack. And a clever concept, but ultimately I can't really call it a puzzler as it is hard to know what you are actually solving. Too often I felt like I was just turning the pieces without really any indication of what I was to create. I could create different silhouettes objects but they were not the ones required by the level. The beginning levels were better as the progress meter would light some as my piece position was close to the desired location to give me an idea of what I was to make. However, in the latter puzzles, the app becomes very stingy in lighting even one of the progress lights. In the end, it was taking way too long to solve, with mostly luck to a identity a silhouette, and I just was not having much fun.
2015-01-17
Masterpiece with annoying issue
This game, as everyone else has mentioned is a MASTERPIECE. This game is truly what I would call art. Everything is so thoughtful designed, so carefully crafted-the details really stand out! It lets your imagination run wild as well, as you try to guess the shadows shape.
My only concern, and the ONLY reason I am deducting a star, is because I cannot drop the game on my iPad and continue playing on my iPhone! This is my new favorite game and I would really really appreciate it if some sort of game progress can be saved in the cloud! I would have taken half a star off of my rating but that isn't possible, so I had to do 1 full star. Sorry.
2015-01-17
The Next Generation in Puzzle Gaming.
TRIADA Studio has done it! Shadowmatic is a game like no other. Taking items in which at first seem like nothing more than random items mashed together and manipulating their shadows to create something familiar. A top notch soundtrack that will mesmerize, and captivate your mind as you immerse yourself deeper into the shadowy levels. The price of $2.99 I personally feel is fair and worth the content the app has to offer. Definitely recommend this game to all. 5/5 stars.
- Ignore user reviews saying Error Downloading or Unable to Install. There's no error, the game just takes time to download and install. This is a fairly large app.
2015-01-16
Believe the Hype
Mesmerizing. As others have said, it's most comparable in feel to Zen Bound. But I definitely feel this is the superior game. Best casual game of the past year, easily, and perhaps much longer.
And some kudos are due to Apple for actually putting some non-freemium, quality games in the "featured" section lately, and this one even in the "Editor's Choice" spot. Hopefully this signals a change from the recent trend of giving really, really bad, but potentially lucrative, freemium garbage the Editor's choice "award."
2015-01-16
Absolutely Stunning!!!
I've never played an iOS game with graphics quite like this! They are so crisp and realistic and the 3D parallax effect just adds to the already beautiful visuals. The gameplay is very simple, turning and manipulating different pieces of twisted metal-like material to form images of animals, toys, tools, etc. Even though the concept is simple, the visuals and relaxing music coupled with the idea of discovering something familiar from something foreign is absolutely wonderful. Only a handful of game apps have engaged me like this.