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Shadow Blade: Reload

Developed by Dead Mage · Published by Dead Mage

ActionIndie
StatusOut now ReleaseAug 10, 2015 Price$1.99 Metacritic70/100 Steam reviews196

At a glance

PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
ModesSingle-player
Price$1.99
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Metacritic70/100
Steam reviews196
Languages4
Achievements37
DLC1

Overview

An action, indie game by Dead Mage, published by Dead Mage — single-player.

Steam’s own one-line description: “Shadow Blade is an action-platformer set in a visually striking world where the ancient teachings of ninjas and samurai clash upon a modern landscape. Sprint through stages littered with traps, slaying enemies along your path without hesitation as Kuro, the blade of shadow!” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsVery Positive — 88% positive of 364
Owners (est.)20000 – 50000
Player-voted tags:ActionIndieNinjaPlatformerFast-PacedSide Scroller2DSingleplayer2.5D

Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.

Features & modes

Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Shadow Blade: Reload.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerNo
Co-opNo
Online co-opNo
PvPNo
Cross-platform multiplayerNo
Full controller supportYes
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesYes
Steam AchievementsYes

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

Minimum

  • OS *: Windows XP and up
  • Processor: Intel Core Duo or faster
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Dedicated video card recommended
  • Storage: 900 MB available space

Supported languages (4)

EnglishFrenchGermanRussian

Shadow Blade: Reload FAQ

Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.

What kind of game is Shadow Blade: Reload?

Steam classifies Shadow Blade: Reload as a Action, Indie game, developed by Dead Mage. Shadow Blade is an action-platformer set in a visually striking world where the ancient teachings of ninjas and samurai clash upon a modern landscape. Sprint through stages littered with traps, slaying enemies along your path without hesitation as Kuro, the blade of shadow!

How much does Shadow Blade: Reload cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists Shadow Blade: Reload at $1.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is Shadow Blade: Reload single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Shadow Blade: Reload: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.

Is Shadow Blade: Reload on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Shadow Blade: Reload for Windows, macOS, Linux. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is Shadow Blade: Reload out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Aug 10, 2015.

What platforms is Shadow Blade: Reload on?

Shadow Blade: Reload is listed for Windows, macOS, Linux on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is Shadow Blade: Reload single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player.

How much does Shadow Blade: Reload cost?

Steam lists it at $1.99.

Does Shadow Blade: Reload have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 37 achievements for Shadow Blade: Reload.

What is Shadow Blade: Reload's Metacritic score?

Shadow Blade: Reload has a Metacritic score of 70/100, per the Steam store listing.

Who made Shadow Blade: Reload?

Shadow Blade: Reload is developed by Dead Mage and published by Dead Mage.

Where to get Shadow Blade: Reload

We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.

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