Those that remember playing the awesome Shadow of the Beast the back in 1989 or enjoyed one of the two sequels that were released in 1990 and 1992. Maybe interested to know that a new HD version of Shadow of the Beast has today launched on Sony’s PlayStation 4.
Check out theShadow of the Beast HD launch trailer below to learn more about what you can expect from the HD version, which its developers say includes a “deep combat system, a mysterious world to explore”.
In addition to creating a high definition version of the game its developers Heavy Spectrum have also added a wealth of secrets to uncover, as well as the entire original game, together with a “whole heap of Easter Eggs” for fans.
Explore the alien landscape of Karemoon, a world filled with beauty, brutality and mystery, on a lone quest to overthrow the malevolent tyrant Maletoth. Survive epic boss battles and tackle hordes of enemies in ferocious adrenaline-fuelled action. Develop abilities with skill points earned from the death of your opponents, unlocking increasingly brutal moves as you draw power from the blood of your foes.
The story of Aarbron is told once more. Re-live the legend.
Nearly 25 years ago, a game was released that would burn a lasting impression on the mind of gamers, Shadow of the Beast on the Amiga. It followed a monstrous warrior named Aarbron as he sought revenge against the beast lord that transformed him from a human. Now, Heavy Spectrum Games – a new studio comprised of devs who’ve worked on Need For Speed, Star Fox, Battlefield, and the Sims – is bringing the story to a whole new audience, re-imagining Shadow of the Beast as a hyper violent next-gen adventure.
Source: PS Blog