Shu Reviews

Shu is ranked in the 67th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
10 / 10
Nov 27, 2016

This game is perfectly executed and I would recommend everyone go pick this up now even if you’re not into platforms it’s fun and really does feel refreshing to play. I must say the developer has done a fantastic job here everything just seems to fit perfectly in the game from the music to the artwork and gameplay. Kudos.

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GameSpew
Top Critic
10 / 10
Oct 6, 2016

…the last level of Shu is by far one of the most exhilarating ten minutes of gameplay I’ve experienced in a long while

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10 / 10
Oct 17, 2016

Shu is the ultimate example of how a game should take its desired platform and then shape it into the most perfect game that platform has seen.

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94%
Oct 19, 2016

I had an excellent time with the game for my Shu review. While the main game might be short, I loved every minute of it. The speedrunning side of the equation will greatly increase the replay value for the game as you try and complete each level as fast as possible, so do keep that in mind. If you’re looking for an excellent platformer, then Shu is the game you need to add to your collection today!

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PS4Blog.net
EdEN, Owner
9 / 10
Dec 15, 2016

I loved my time with the game for my Shu review. It’s a very polished, colorful and fun platformer with plenty of replay value and a Platinum trophy to boot, so there’s definitely something in this one for all to enjoy. If you want to 100% the game, you’ll need to be patient and learn from your mistakes so that you can find all collectibles and complete every level with all miscellaneous requirements. But in the end, it will be worth the effort.

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GameSkinny
ESpalding
Top Critic
Nov 7, 2016

Journey into a delightfully quirky world full of unique individuals and beat the oncoming storm set to ravage the World around you.

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Owen Chan
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
Nov 2, 2016

A game for the kids, an incredible game that doesn’t outstay its welcome. With a strong sense of style, Shu takes the action platformer genre into its own stride with ultra shine polish and melodic music that’ll warrant listening outside of playing the game. This is a game that’ll age well for its solid game play.

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8.5 / 10.0
Oct 19, 2016

Like I said in the opener Shu is yet another platformer that does enough different to capture my interest. I’m so thankful to the indie game space for still creating unique new platforming experiences like Shu. Its got its own unique gameplay elements and the art style is gorgeous and fun to look at. I was only disappointed when the game came to an end as it isn’t very long. Hopefully Coatsink will do more with Shu in the future as it’s absolutely something I’d love to see more of. For any fan of platformers however you can’t do much better than Shu this year.

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8.5 / 10.0
Feb 5, 2018

Shu is still a beautiful, poetic platformer that celebrates the best things about the genre as opposed to the worst.

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8.1 / 10.0
Feb 3, 2018

Heavily influenced by Michel Ancel's work, Shu is an adorable platformer that is worth your time. With a simple gameplay that manages to become challenging as you get near the end of the story, this title has more than enough content to keep you playing for a while.

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80 / 100
Jan 24, 2018

Shu is a charming and elegant little platformer that surprised me with its fast, but also calming, gameplay

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8 / 10
Feb 3, 2018

Shu is a short but magnificent game, one which grabs the player from the beginning all the way to its marvelous final level. A platfomer with a steep but fair difficulty curve that never suffers from a boring moment, Shu also features an exquisite audiovisual environment and is more than certain to appeal to a wide variety of players. Truly a work to discover.

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8 / 10.0
Oct 8, 2016

While it’s nice to know that players can extend their time in Shu, it’s not needed for me to give it a recommendation. As even if you only play through Shu once, it’s absolutely worth doing so. It’s a love letter to a fantastic genre, and is such a pleasant way to spend an evening. It may not be a grand adventure like Super Mario World, but I enjoyed every single second of it, and that can’t be said about most games.

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Oct 17, 2016

Shu is a standout indie platforming game with slick gameplay and a vibrant aesthetic. Though it will remind you of some of the iconic sidescrollers of yesteryear, the game has enough of its own character to stand apart from a saturated genre.

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8 / 10.0
Dec 23, 2016

Shu is a simple, pretty game that presents a tough challenge for even the most seasoned gamers. Its design is built for running and thinking on the fly, while at the same time asking the gamers to keep an active eye out for some collectible goodies. It’s definitely more than it seems on the surface.

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8 / 10.0
Nov 24, 2016

Shu's platforming is well made and intense, leading to a fun game that speed runners and casual platform fans alike can enjoy. It's just a little on the short side.

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8 / 10.0
Jan 20, 2017

A little platformer that offers new mechanics in a graduated, character-centric fashion.

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80%
Oct 19, 2016

Shu is one of those titles that may not cause a great deal of excitement, but players who give it a chance will be rewarded well. It offers great gameplay, an atmospheric fairy world and a well-done audiovisual style. There really aren't many things that Shu could be reprimanded about. Throw away the prejudices and embark on this platform game that reminds you of how fun this genre can be.

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Feb 2, 2018

I mentioned at the beginning of the review that short length doesn’t mean a game fails to leave a lasting impact, and I left Shu pleased with my time. Even though I was able to beat the main game in less than an hour, and the DLC in about 20 minutes, I enjoyed every minute of my time with Shu. It’s charming, creative and accessible to all levels of gamer. While some may be discouraged by how quickly I beat the game, I would venture my speed is a bit unusual, as the devs confirmed most players beat the game in 3-4 hours. Regardless, Shu is a wonderful game and a delight on the Nintendo Switch. If you enjoy fun platformers or are just looking for something new on your console, I would recommend it strongly for only $9.99. I just hope it’s not the last we’ve seen of this vibrant game world.

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78 / 100
Oct 19, 2016

Racing against your own ghost is fun, but not for long.

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