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New Patch for Shadow Labyrinth Brings Significant Balance Changes

Shadow Labyrinth's new update offers two play modes for a tailored experience, plus QoL improvements, making Swordsman No. 8's adventure accessible across multiple platforms, ensuring fun for all!

Jonathan Dubinski · 2 min read

Balance Overhaul and Explorer Mode Unveiled in Shadow Labyrinth Update 1.1.0

Shadow Labyrinth has received a major update, version 1.1.0. This patch introduces significant changes to the game's difficulty and balance across all platforms, including a new Explorer Mode designed for a more relaxed experience. Explorer Mode provides players with increased attack power and a resource called Tenacity Boost, which allows them to adjust their strength after failed attempts. The original Veteran Mode is also available for players seeking a greater challenge, and they can switch between the two modes at any time. The update also includes quality-of-life improvements that make navigating mazes and platforms easier, such as enhanced fast travel and refined Minipuck mode controls. These changes were implemented based on player feedback, with the goal of making Swordsman No. 8's and Puck's journey through the game's unforgiving world more accessible as they work to save the galaxy. Shadow Labyrinth is available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch Lite. Further information about the game can be found on its official website.

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Game info

Official Name
Shadow Labyrinth
Brief Summary
Shadow Labyrinth is a 2D action platformer and a genre-twisting alternate take on the iconic PAC-MAN. As The Swordsman, you wake on a mysterious planet amidst relics of wars past. To survive you will discover secrets, consume your enemies, and grow from prey to apex predator.
Platforms
PlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch
Released
July 18, 2025
Genre
Platform, Adventure
Play Modes
Single player
Content Rating
T
Languages
Chinese (Simplified), English, French, Japanese, Korean
Genre
Bandai Namco Studios
Genre
Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Ratings
70/100 (4 reviews)

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