Shady Part of Me

In a dreamlike world, you guide a girl and her living shadow as they work together to move forward. The game’s introspective story unfolds across surreal environments and explores the pair’s inner struggles.

Control the girl in 3D and her shadow in 2D, switching between them to solve puzzles. The girl fears light while the shadow needs it to move; shifting objects and light sources changes the shadows cast across the environment, creating routes and platforms.

New puzzle mechanics are introduced as you progress through the chapters, and a rewind feature lets you undo mistakes. You can also search levels for hidden birds, with chapters available to revisit.

Players who enjoy the game often highlight the way its 2D shadow and 3D world combine in puzzles, along with its distinctive art and atmospheric music. Some also connect with its emotional themes and appreciate its short, reflective pace. Others find the story too abstract, or feel that the puzzles and narration become repetitive or distracting.