SURVIVE THE DARKNESS  ·  UNCOVER THE TRUTH

SHADOW
CORE

Confront the unknown·Survive the abyss

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DESCEND
INTO
DARKNESS

Shadow Core is a pixel-art psychological horror adventure drawing direct inspiration from the golden age of survival horror.

Fight through haunted buildings, cursed forests, and blood-soaked underground chambers. Every room hides a new threat. Every enemy has a story.

Armed with limited ammo and your wits alone — solve dark puzzles, manage scarce resources, and piece together the horrifying truth behind the outbreak.

Multiple endings. Unforgiving difficulty. No second chances.

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Age Rating
13+
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Platforms
Windows
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Playtime
7+ Hours
!
Difficulty
Brutal
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Endings
Multiple
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Price
Free

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GAMEPLAY
SCREENSHOTS

STAGE B2
STAGE 1
STAGE 2

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GAME MECHANICS

WHAT AWAITS
YOU

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Story-Driven

A twisting narrative shaped by every choice. Multiple endings — only one reveals the full truth.

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Atmosphere

Pixel-perfect horror environments with chilling sound design crafted to destroy your nerves.

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Puzzles

Dark, logic-driven puzzles block every path forward. Fail and the darkness consumes you.

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Survival

Scarce ammo. Limited health. Every resource counts. Think before you shoot.

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Exploration

Hidden rooms, secret lore, and collectible case files scattered across every cursed location.

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Soundtrack

Chiptune horror score — composed to amplify dread and linger long after you stop playing.

PLAYER TESTIMONIALS

SURVIVOR
REPORTS

VERIFIED
★★★★★

"I haven't been this terrified by a pixel art game since I was a kid. The atmosphere is suffocating. The moment I heard the first enemy breathing in the dark I almost closed the game. Almost."

DK
DarkKnight_82
PC · 9.4 hrs played
VERIFIED
★★★★★

"The multiple endings kept me playing for days. I thought I found the true ending and then realized I had barely scratched the surface. This game does not let you go."

NR
NightRaider
PC · 14.2 hrs played
VERIFIED
★★★★☆

"Brutal difficulty — and I mean that as a compliment. Every bullet matters. Every step matters. I died 40+ times and still came back. The pixel art direction is absolutely stunning."

SX
SilentXero
PC · 11.7 hrs played
VERIFIED
★★★★★

"Free? This game is free? I've paid $60 for AAA titles that gave me less emotion than Shadow Core did in the first 20 minutes. The sound design alone deserves an award."

VG
VoidGhost
PC · 8.1 hrs played
VERIFIED
★★★★★

"I streamed this for my community and everyone was hooked. The jump scares are perfectly timed — never cheap. The lore hidden in the case files is incredibly deep. More please."

CR
CrimsonRook
PC · 16.8 hrs played
VERIFIED
★★★★☆

"Not for the faint of heart. I genuinely felt dread walking through the underground chambers. The enemy AI is terrifyingly smart. One of the best indie horror experiences of the year."

MP
MidnightPulse
PC · 7.5 hrs played

INTEL BRIEF

FREQUENTLY
ASKED

Is Shadow Core really free?▶
Yes. 100% free, no ads, no microtransactions, no catch. Shadow Core is a passion project — download it, play it, survive it.
What are the minimum system requirements?▶
Windows 7 or later, 2GB RAM, any GPU made after 2010. If your PC can run a browser it can run Shadow Core. The file size is under 150MB.
How many endings are there?▶
There are 4 distinct endings. Only one reveals the full truth behind the CORE incident. The others will leave you with questions — and nightmares.
How difficult is the game?▶
Very. Shadow Core is designed to be unforgiving. Resources are scarce, enemies are deadly, and there are no checkpoints every room. You will die. A lot. That's the point.
Is there controller support?▶
Yes, Xbox and PlayStation controllers are fully supported. Keyboard + mouse also works great. Pick your weapon of choice.
Will there be updates or a sequel?▶
Development is ongoing. Follow the project for updates. A Chapter 2 is in early planning. The story is far from over.
Can I stream or make videos of Shadow Core?▶
Absolutely yes. Stream it, record it, post it — all content is welcome. Just don't spoil the true ending in your thumbnail.

ARE YOU READY
TO FACE WHAT
LIES WITHIN?

Enter a world of pixel-perfect psychological horror. Survive the darkness. Uncover the truth. If you dare step inside...