White Shadows

About

White Shadows is a puzzle platformer set in a bizarre dystopian city where humans have evolved into half-animal hybrids. You play as Ravengirl, navigating vertical levels filled with lethal hazards and surreal challenges while uncovering the twisted history of The White City. The gameplay mixes precise platforming with environmental puzzles, often requiring quick reflexes and creative thinking to progress through shifting, nightmarish landscapes. The story unfolds through minimalist dialogue and stark visuals, hinting at a society obsessed with artificial purity and survival. The game’s most striking feature is its unsettling yet imaginative world design, blending dark humor with pointed social commentary. Its hand-drawn aesthetic and disjointed narrative create a memorable experience that lingers. Community data shows 19 achievements with an average unlock rate of 23.7%, including the elusive "I really, really need this!" (4.40% unlocked). While short by modern standards, the game’s distinct tone and challenging latter acts keep players engaged for roughly six hours. The mix of action and existential themes feels fresh, even if the execution occasionally falters.

Storyline

White Shadows is a modern fable, a distorted mirror of our own world, funny, messed up and a little meaningful. A long time has passed since The Catastrophe. Humanity is half human, half animal. What remains of civilization lives in The White City, a vast network of towers rising high into a dark sky. It’s a harsh world, based on the worship of the White Light -- and a lie. White Shadows tells the story of little Ravengirl trying to escape this huge city, its deadly traps and weird trials. To set herself free, Ravengirl needs to find her way into the brightest highs and the darkest depths of the city, discovering her own destiny in the place where the last free people live. White Shadows is a cinematic puzzle platformer -- immerse yourself in a unique, handcrafted dystopia where equal parts entertainment and social criticism form the weirdest playing experience of the year!