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.

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

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GAMEPLAY
SCREENSHOTS

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STAGE 1
STAGE 2

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GAME MECHANICS

WHAT AWAITS
YOU

📖
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...