Shadow Shift

• Tap, hold and swipe on phones and tablets
• Mouse or trackpad on a computer; arrow keys or WASD where the game asks for movement
• Press Escape or the exit button to leave the full-screen player

1. 1Spend the first minute exploring without a goal. Note exits, objects and anyone standing around.
2. 2Interact with characters by walking up to them and pressing the action key or tapping. They often hand out clues.
3. 3Collect items as you find them. Most adventures will not let you pick up something you do not eventually need.
4. 4When a puzzle stumps you, read your inventory and the scene again. The combination is usually closer than it seems.

• Free to play, nothing to install, no account needed
• Loads in the browser tab and opens full screen when you press Play
• Designed for a phone held upright
• Touch controls on phones and tablets, mouse and keyboard on a computer
• Listed under Adventure

There is a particular pleasure in finally understanding what a place is asking of you, and Shadow Shift delivers that without any cost or setup. No download, no account, just a Play button. It suits an evening more than a bus ride, but you can leave and return.

Suits curious players from about ten years old upward, including adults who prefer thinking to twitch reflexes. People who enjoy puzzles with a bit of story attached will get the most from it.

Is Shadow Shift scary?

Adventure games range from cheerful to mildly spooky. Nothing on this site is designed to be genuinely frightening, but check the thumbnail and description if you are playing with a young child.

What if I get completely stuck?

Revisit every screen you have seen and click or tap on anything you have not tried. If the game has a hint button, use it. Stepping away for a bit also helps.

Can I play on a phone?

Yes. Most adventures here provide touch controls, either on-screen buttons or tap-to-move. A larger screen helps for spotting small objects.