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From the Shadows

Cooperative puzzle platformer built around the mechanics of light and shadow

Gamagora ICOM · Released Nov 27, 2020

ActionAdventureCasualFree To PlayIndie

Reviews
Very Positive
85% of 284
Recent reviews
Not enough recent
Players
0
daily peak, Oct 28, 2026
Steam Deck
Untested
Last update on Steam
5 years ago
Nov 3, 2020
Minimum PC
GeForce GTX 560 Ti
4 GB RAM · 1 GB disk
Full requirements

What is From the Shadows?

This free, side-scrolling puzzle platformer follows characters trying to escape a mansion after a mysterious curse strikes. You navigate platforms and solve puzzles amid hostile occupants, either alone or with another player in shared-screen co-op.

For you if...

  • +you enjoy coordinating different routes with a co-op partner

Not for you if...

  • −you prefer platforming without stopping to solve puzzles

What players say

85% of 284 reviews are positive

Players praise the puzzle variety and cooperation between characters. The recurring complaints concern the short length and the lack of a story conclusion.

Screenshots and trailer

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From the Shadows system requirements

Minimum: GeForce GTX 560 Ti, 4 GB RAM, 1 GB of disk space.

As published by the developer.

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Minimum

OS
Windows 7, Windows 10
Processor
Intel Core i3
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 Ti
Memory
4 GB RAM
Storage
1 GB available space

Does From the Shadows have co-op or multiplayer?

Yes: co-op split-screen. It also has a single-player mode. With Remote Play Together, one copy is enough to play the local modes online with friends.

Does From the Shadows run on Steam Deck?

Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.

PC version details

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Full controller support
Platforms
Windows
Steam features
Family Sharing
Languages
Text only: English.

Does From the Shadows use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 27, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam

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