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Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Shadow Towers?

A 2D top-down, run-based action RPG with auto-attack combat: you move to dodge and your hero attacks on his own while he stands still. You clear towers room by room, pick a skill at every level-up, defeat bosses and collect loot that makes your hero stronger.

How do I control my hero?

Move with WASD, the arrow keys or a gamepad. The hero attacks the nearest enemy on his own whenever he stands still, so moving is how you dodge. Space dashes, F drinks a potion and E opens chests and shrines — there is no aiming and no attack key.

Which platforms are supported?

Windows (64-bit) first. Other platforms may come later.

Do I lose my items if I die in a run?

Yes — what you found in that run. Gold, XP and items picked up during a run travel in the run bag and reach your home only if you win; a defeat or an abandoned run loses them. Your equipped gear and everything already stored at home are never at risk.

What carries over between runs?

Your level, gear, gold and materials, the permanent talents you buy with gold, the items you forge or fuse at the Blacksmith and the heroes you unlock — Knight, Ranger and Mage. Run skills do not: every run starts again at run level 1.

Do I need an account to play?

No. The game works offline and your saves stay on your PC. An account will be used for future online features.

What are Shadows?

Shadows are the premium currency. Their balance is kept on our servers and can only be changed by the server, never by the game client.

When will the game be released?

There is no release date yet. Create an account or check this site for news.

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