Testseek.com have collected 33 expert reviews of the Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet and the average rating is 76%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet.
August 2011
(76%)
33 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Insanely Twisted? Maybe not, but it's definitely entertaining enough to be worthy of the name Ultimately Excellent Shadow Planet: a fantastic adventure for anyone enticed by the thrill of exploration.TOP GAME MOMENTThe intricately constructed mechanical z...
Abstract: The Summer of Arcade keeps heating up with its third release of 2011 and quite possibly my favorite title so far. As much as I enjoyed Bastion and From Dust, Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet really triggered some major nostalgia moments with me. With a g...
Abstract: I'm usually a pretty big fan of Metroid like experiences, whether it's a new 2D Castlevania, an actual Metroid adventure, or games like Shadow Complex, Outland, and so on. So with Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet, I figured I'd get the same enjoyment, bu...
Abstract: The ’Metroidvania’ approach is a well proven one, giving players an initially weak character and letting them explore a large world in order to find new equipment that allows them to overcome previously impossible tasks. This sense of obvious growth an...
Abstract: Now in its fourth year, Microsoft's Summer of Arcade has been instrumental in raising the opinion of downloadable content. Previous Summer of Arcade titles like Braid, Shadow Complex, and Limbo have fought with retail titles for end-of-year awards, and...
Abstract: Maybe my mind has been corrupted from over-exposure to both horror movies and games that make "difficult" a dirty word, but when I heard about Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet, I was expecting something that would make me tear my hair out and feature ple...
Abstract: The game puts you in control of a floating UFO as you make your way around a planet that has a life of its own. Its organic nature is a hostile one, with vines that rip out of the ground, small enemies that come flying at you like crazy, and bigger o...
Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet lumps the exploration and expansive game world of Metroid with the eerie presentation of LIMBO and splashes on some Patapon-style coloring and characterization to creating an engrossing and unique experience. The excellen...
Fantastic animation and art design; distinct, well designed environments that prompt you to find their secrets; (mostly) smart puzzles throughout; great Lantern Run side mode.
Lacks notable peaks throughout campaign; puzzles could use a little more environmental guidance; confusing controls with so many weapons and tools.
Abstract: If games were rated on name value alone, then Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet could be a game of the year contender. It's the kind of name guaranteed to get attention, and one that promises a unique, interesting, entertaining experience. Unfortunately...
