9 Years of Shadows

PlayStation 5 

Physical Edition

Expected to ship 12 Dec 2025

Subtitles: English, Chinese (Simplified), Japanese, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian

9 Years of Shadows is a side-scrolling Metroidvania by Halberd Studios. Travel alongside Europa, a brave warrior determined to enter the mechanical giant Talos and stop the corruption within before it swallows the world in darkness. Battle through tainted creatures, meet charismatic musicians and uncover the truth behind the curse that robbed the land of all color.

Many have tried to venture inside the twisted depths of Talos, a dormant fortress where several civilizations have settle over centuries. And, after losing everything she held dear, Europa has nothing holding her back from attempting what others could not achieve. As a noble fighter who refuses to be bound by the curse, she must enter the castle, find the source of corruption, and return the color once and for all.

9 Years of Shadows includes:

• 9 Years of Shadows game in physical format 
• Talos Secret Postcard

Features

• Europa will not have to face this adventure alone - in the bowels of the giant, she meets Apino, an adorable floating bear who seems to possess magical abilities. As you explore the castle, Apino can purge Talos of corruption and shoot various projectiles capable of destroying dark crystals and inflicting damage
• Use the elements to travel across the map in various ways and master the power of lightning, water, earth, and fire - obtain elemental armor that was once treasured by ancient civilizations, switch between them instantly, and unlock special abilities to continue exploring
• Music is the soul of the game - revitalize the world as you listen to an emotional soundtrack composed by Miguel Hasson, including relaxing 432 Hz tracks by renowned composers Michiru Yamane (Castlevania) and Norihiko Hibino (Metal Gear Solid