The Shadow Sun (2013)

Genres: Adventure RPG

Android

Released: 2013-12-19

Requirements

4.0 and up

iOS

Released: 2013-12-19

Requirements

iPad 2 Wifi, iPad 2 3G, iPhone 4S, iPad Third Gen, iPad Third Gen 4G, iPhone 5, iPod Touch Fifth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen, iPad Fourth Gen 4G, iPad Mini, iPad Mini 4G, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPad Air, iPad Air Cellular, iPad Mini Retina, iPad Mini Retina Cellular, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Cellular, iPad Mini 3, iPad Mini 3 Cellular, iPod Touch Sixth Gen, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPad Mini 4, iPad Mini 4 Cellular, iPad Pro, iPad Pro Cellular, iPad Pro 9.7, iPad Pro 9.7 Cellular, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPad 6 1 1, iPad 6 1 2, iPad 7 1, iPad 7 2, iPad 7 3, iPad 7 4, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPad 7 5, iPad 7 6, iPhone X S, iPhone X S Max, iPhone X R, iPad 8 1 2, iPad 8 3 4, iPad 8 5 6, iPad 8 7 8, iPad Mini 5, iPad Mini 5 Cellular, iPad Air 3, iPad Air 3 Cellular, iPod Touch Seventh Gen

Developers

Ossian Studios

Publishers

Ossian Studios

App Store (https://apps.apple.com/app/the-shadow-sun/id396269166?mt=8&uo=4)

Google Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ossianstudios.theshadowsun&hl=en&gl=us)

Tags:
RPG Dark combat Story character city Dragons Soundtrack secrets Monsters alien Dog tabletop dialogue mobile friendship desert

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Description

The ultimate Western action RPG has made its way to iOS! "The Shadow Sun" delivers a deeply immersive experience in the grand tradition of legendary, story-driven RPGs, reminiscent of iconic PC and console titles. Developed by a team of veterans from the "Neverwinter Nights," "Baldur’s Gate," and "The Witcher" franchises, the game offers a dark fantasy journey that will captivate players from start to finish.

Critical Acclaim

"The Shadow Sun" has received glowing reviews from top gaming outlets:

Slide to Play - 4/4: "One of the most captivating experiences I’ve had with a role-playing game in quite some time."
Digitally Downloaded - 4.5/5: "The Shadow Sun floored me from start to finish."
Arcade Sushi - 8.5/10: "If you’re a fan of RPGs at all, then The Shadow Sun belongs in your Games folder."
Pocket Gamer - 8/10 (Silver Award): "The Shadow Sun replicates a tabletop RPG experience almost perfectly—right down to the carefully crafted fantasy world in which it's set."
TouchArcade - 4/5: "With a compelling story, plenty of content, and a character customization system that works, Shadow Sun succeeds in its goal as a Western RPG."
App-S.ru - 4/5: "The Shadow Sun is one of the few truly great RPGs for iPhone and iPad and could easily sit next to Baldur's Gate in the absence of competitors."
Portable Gaming Region: "The Shadow Sun is pretty much what I imagine a ‘real’ Dragon Age mobile game should be."

Featured in Apple’s "Best New Games" category, "The Shadow Sun" brings together all the expertise from Ossian Studios' experience working on major RPG franchises. Prepare for a rich, story-driven adventure filled with real-time combat, exploration, and intricate character interactions. Dive into a world consumed by a mysterious plague, where a dark shadow looms over the land, threatening everything in its path.

Game Features

Hours of Adventure

Explore a vast 10-hour adventure set in the decadent imperial city of Shar and the surrounding desert regions.
Uncover over 70 unique areas and more than 200 hidden items, treasures, and secrets.
A detailed journal and codex will guide you through your quests, keeping track of characters, places, and creatures.
An original orchestral soundtrack and an immersive soundscape fully immerse you in this dark fantasy world.

True Role-Playing Experience

Create and customize your character, choosing from both male and female options, with a range of appearance and attribute choices.
Select from 30 different attacks, spells, and skills, tailoring your abilities to match your playstyle as the game progresses.
Multiple solutions to quests offer different paths and outcomes, influenced by your skills and choices.
Form alliances with one of four unique companions, each with distinct personalities and abilities. Your decisions will impact their loyalty or disapproval.
Take along a loyal dog companion to fight by your side, further enhancing the RPG experience.

Universal Compatibility

The game is fully compatible with various iOS devices, with scalable graphics for an optimized experience:

iPad 1, 2, 3, 4, Air, mini (including Retina models)
iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, 5, 5C, 5S
iPod Touch 3, 4, and 5

Optional In-App Purchases

While the core game experience is available for free, optional in-app purchases are available. These include three starter packs offering extra content, quests, and additional gameplay. None of these are required to enjoy the game fully. An in-depth hint guide is also available, offering a full walkthrough, details on companions, monsters, and hidden secrets.

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Experience a masterfully crafted RPG on your iOS device today and immerse yourself in "The Shadow Sun"!

Our Verdict

The Shadow Sun is an outstanding RPG for iOS, offering a deep and immersive story set in a beautifully crafted fantasy world. The game combines traditional Western RPG elements with modern mobile accessibility, providing players with a solid, story-driven experience that will captivate fans of RPGs. With over 10 hours of adventure, hundreds of items to discover, and multiple ways to approach quests, it's a must-have for anyone who loves intricate worlds and character-driven narratives.

The real-time combat and character customization are well-executed, allowing for a tailored experience as you progress through the game. Although it has a few typical mobile game quirks like optional in-app purchases, these don't detract from the core experience. If you're looking for a true RPG adventure on your mobile device, The Shadow Sun delivers. Highly recommended!

FAQ

The Shadow Sun is a Western-style action RPG for iOS and Android, offering a dark fantasy adventure with real-time combat, character customization, and a story-driven experience inspired by PC and console RPGs.

You can play The Shadow Sun on iOS devices like iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, as well as on Android devices running version 4.0 or higher.

Yes, the game offers optional in-app purchases, including three starter packs with extra content and quests. None of these are required to enjoy the full game.

The main adventure takes about 10 hours, with exploration of over 70 unique areas, discovering 200+ items, hidden secrets, and treasures.

Yes, you can create a male or female character, customize their appearance and attributes, and develop 30 different attacks, spells, and skills to match your preferred play style.

Yes, you can adventure with up to four companions, each with their own abilities and personalities. You can also adopt a dog companion to fight alongside you.

Yes, The Shadow Sun features an original orchestral soundtrack and immersive sound effects that enhance the dark fantasy world.

Yes, quests can be solved in multiple ways, and NPC dialogue options may change depending on your skills and decisions.

Yes, the game includes a journal to track quests, a detailed codex for characters and locations, and a hint guide to help with gameplay, making it accessible for new RPG players.

The game was developed by Ossian Studios, a studio experienced with story-driven RPGs and known for working on titles like Neverwinter Nights and Baldur’s Gate.

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