Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered

Shadows of the Damned: Remastered is a remastered version of a creative shooter with horror elements from 2011. It was developed by the same studio as the original game, Grasshopper Manufacture.

Plot

Shadows of the Damned: Remastered stars Garcia Hotspur, a motorcyclist and professional demon hunter. When he learns the ruler of hell - Fleming - has kidnapped his beloved, he embarks on a private crusade and delves deep into the underground. Fortunately he's not alone, as he's supported by a talking (and helpful) skull named Johnson and other allies met along the way.

Mechanics

Shadows of the Damned: Remastered is a third-person game (TPP). The game is set in numerous diverse, atmospheric locations full of enemies. In aside to numerous regular foes we'll also face much more powerful bosses. Our primary weapon is Johnson, able to transform into a torch (used in melee combat) or firearms - pistols, shotguns and machine guns. The game has no regenerating health; to heal, we must drink alcohol. As we progress through the game we develop Garcia and Johnson, increasing their combat potential.

Apart from fighting enemies we must also frequently solve environmental puzzles. Puzzles task you with dispelling darkness, which drains Garcia's health and makes his foes invulnerable. To get rid of it, we must usually fire light at the nearby goat head or get rid of the demon generating it.

There are also occasional action platforming minigames.

Technical aspects

Shadows of the Damned: Remastered stands out from the original game with its enhanced visuals.