Styx: Shards of Darkness

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  • Summary: Following the fall of Akenash tower, an extraordinary matter has forced Styx out of hiding and into Korrangar, city of the Dark Elves. Supposedly impregnable, a diplomatic summit offers Styx a chance at slipping in unnoticed. His infiltration complete, Styx will stop at nothing to accomplishFollowing the fall of Akenash tower, an extraordinary matter has forced Styx out of hiding and into Korrangar, city of the Dark Elves. Supposedly impregnable, a diplomatic summit offers Styx a chance at slipping in unnoticed. His infiltration complete, Styx will stop at nothing to accomplish the robbery of a lifetime: stealing a scepter of immense and indomitable power.

    Embark upon a stealthy adventure with new enemies, new environments, and a plethora of new mechanics refining the abilities of Styx - grappling around corners, climbing ropes, and using his trusty knife to zip line!    … Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. Hooked Gamers
    Mar 15, 2017
    88
    The first game was an unsung hero of 2014 for me, but now with a little more kick behind its sequel Styx: Shards of Darkness has set itself up to be noticed by more eager gamers looking for a challenging stealth experience. With a more optimized experience, more freedom to the players and more of that sarcastic and vulgar goblin goodness, Styx has found his way once more back into the heart of this gamer - with a sharp dagger and sarcastic commentary.
  2. SpazioGames
    Mar 14, 2017
    80
    Gameplay, graphics, atmosphere: all is in the right place.
  3. Impulsegamer
    Mar 27, 2017
    80
    The death scene taunts can get a bit tiring (when you die frequently… especially if it’s from a fiddly jump) but overall there’s a lot of charm on offer here and an interesting story. Worth a look and a bit of fun.
  4. Critical Hit
    Mar 14, 2017
    75
    While not the best stealth game, Styx: Shards of Darkness offers some fun, unique gameplay. It might be filled with mixed messages, but there's still a number of hours' worth of sneaky, fun, stabbing action.
  5. BaziCenter
    Apr 5, 2017
    70
    Styx: Shards of Darkness could have been a big hit in the stealth genre if not for its few AI, control and level-design flaws. Still, the whole package is so fun, unique and charming that stealth fans will definitely enjoy it.
  6. Gameblog.fr
    Mar 16, 2017
    70
    Styx Shards of Darkness is a good evolution of Styx's Universe, and it offers a lot of improvements. Better graphics, better gameplay mechanics... and always this sneaky and funny goblin! A good stealth experience, that still suffers some technical and AI issues.
  7. Games.cz
    Apr 5, 2017
    50
    Dull and uninteresting game without ideas and tension and with a lot of unfinished work. Lenient, undemanding fans of stealth games may be satisfied for a while, but even they should wait for a sale. Everyone else should rather return to Dishonored or Hitman.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Dusenedezi
    Aug 5, 2017
    10
    Excelent game. 10/10!!! Worth every penny. Great graphics and good story. Excelent stealth mechanics and responds well to commands. IExcelent game. 10/10!!! Worth every penny. Great graphics and good story. Excelent stealth mechanics and responds well to commands. I recommend it to everyone!… Expand
  2. SteveHolme
    Jun 6, 2018
    10
    Styx (and Cynaide Studios, the developer) both seem to have experienced a huge boost in self-esteem! I am still baffled about the positiveStyx (and Cynaide Studios, the developer) both seem to have experienced a huge boost in self-esteem! I am still baffled about the positive changes and addition to the already outstanding first game! I expected to play a game with more advanced graphics or something, but man, the developers took ingredients from my other beloved games (Classic Splinter Cell, Thief and Dishonred), added their own flavour and baked me an outstanding cake, named "Styx: SoD". Or just Styx 2.

    It's not like the great first game. I tried to play it right after it, literally on the same day I finished Styx. But man, I had to take a break for 2 days because this is Styx in Turbo: The developers went crazy in all departments. Yes, it has some of the known flaws, but else, this studio shows how great they can be at all aspects what I loved about the first game.

    You either like or hate him. But I friggin do love our killer goblin, and these two games easily count as one of the best video games of my life, that's for sure.    … Expand
  4. GameCritic121
    Mar 17, 2017
    10
    Don't be scared off by less-than-stellar reviews, it's a pure stealth game; scrubs are going to rate it poorly just because they're bad at it.Don't be scared off by less-than-stellar reviews, it's a pure stealth game; scrubs are going to rate it poorly just because they're bad at it. If you liked the first one, you'll like this one. Some of the powers carry over, some didn't, and there are new ones as well, including a crafting system. If you're a stealth fan, buy both Styx games.… Expand
  5. A1ucard
    Jun 18, 2020
    9
    Даже учитывая мелкие баги игры, из за которых приходилось начинать миссию сначала, всеже эта игра достойна чтобы ее купить и пройти! В нашеДаже учитывая мелкие баги игры, из за которых приходилось начинать миссию сначала, всеже эта игра достойна чтобы ее купить и пройти! В наше время все шаблонно и стандартно, тут же интересный герой с оригинальным миром и возможностями. Особенно поразила атмосфера, ставлю художникам и дизайнерам игры высший бал, молодцы, надеюсь будет продолжение.… Expand
  6. Gittoplo
    Feb 7, 2021
    8
    A really enjoyable little gem. Wonderful setting and atmosphere. With a big budget this little series could have become iconic. Gets a littleA really enjoyable little gem. Wonderful setting and atmosphere. With a big budget this little series could have become iconic. Gets a little repetitive but such is the nature of stealth games. Definitely recommend and hope they make another one.… Expand
  7. aralath
    Aug 13, 2018
    7
    Loved the medieval atmosphere. Good game for the stealth genre. I did not complete it though.
  8. Kotofon
    Sep 27, 2020
    7
    В игре Стикс в этот раз окажется в древнем городе тёмных эльфов Карнгар, который считается неприступным. Но Стикс смог проникнуть в город,В игре Стикс в этот раз окажется в древнем городе тёмных эльфов Карнгар, который считается неприступным. Но Стикс смог проникнуть в город, когда в городе был переполох из-за съезда дипломатов. Однако в самих переговорах в городе не все так просто, так как они ведутся между тёмными эльфами и гномами. У которых есть одно общее — это ненависть к гоблинам.Так же Стиксу удастся побывать в различных местах кроме Коррангара: Город воров, Подземные рудники, Деревня охотников и не только.… Expand

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