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Shadows of Night Review
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Shadows of Night: A Masterclass in Dark Fantasy

From the rain-slicked cobblestones of its gothic city to the haunting orchestral score that follows your every step, Shadows of Night is the kind of game that reminds you why you fell in love with the medium. We spent 40 hours in its world — and we'd do it again.

9.4
Outstanding
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