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What is Shadow Labyrinth?
Developed by Bandai Namco Studios and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, Shadow Labyrinth casts players as Swordsman No. 8, awakened by a floating yellow orb called PUCK. The official game page describes it as a genre-twisting alternate take on PAC-MAN, built around exploration, secrets, combat and progression. Bandai Namco says survival means discovering secrets, consuming enemies and growing stronger. Bandai Namco’s game page calls it a 2D action platformer.
When did Shadow Labyrinth come out?
Shadow Labyrinth was released on July 18, 2025. The date is the original launch date, not an upcoming release; Bandai Namco’s current game page labels the title “Available Now.” The publisher’s launch announcement and release-date announcement identify July 18, 2025.
What platforms is Shadow Labyrinth on?
Bandai Namco lists the game for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. The available sources do not provide a complete platform-by-platform technical comparison, so they do not establish differences in performance or feature parity.
#1 Best Overall
- Includes Base Game
- Search the remnants of an age-old intergalactic conflict, started long before your arrival, and discover new powers and abilities
- Master the fluid combat and combine powerful skills to create a playstyle of your own
- Team up with PUCK, and dive deeper into the maze of a mysterious alien world
Physical and digital editions
At launch, the publisher announced digital editions and physical editions for PS5 and Nintendo Switch, including a Collector’s Edition. That announcement confirms what was planned for those formats, but it does not establish current retail stock or the Collector’s Edition’s contents. Check the relevant retailer for present availability and package details.
Nintendo’s U.S. store lists Shadow Labyrinth for Switch and offers a Digital Artbook & Soundtrack as downloadable content. The artbook and soundtrack are a digital add-on, not a physical item. See Nintendo’s Switch listing for its store details.
Rank #2
- Includes: Base Game, Deluxe Content, Enamel Pin Set, Map/Poster, Stickers, & Booklet Case
- Search the remnants of an age-old intergalactic conflict, started long before your arrival, and discover new powers and abilities
- Master the fluid combat and combine powerful skills to create a playstyle of your own
- Team up with PUCK, and dive deeper into the maze of a mysterious alien world
Which version should you choose?
Choose based on the platform you own and whether you prefer a digital or physical copy. The publisher confirms physical editions for Switch and PS5, while the official game page lists the broader platform range. If you want the Collector’s Edition, verify its contents and availability with the seller: the publisher’s historical announcement alone cannot confirm either today. Current prices and stock are not established by the official pages cited here.
Quick Recap
Best Value
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- Overcome varied enemies and obstacles, like Zombie Guys, Skelesaurus, Ukiki, and Monty Mole as you seek out hidden collectables; ESRB Content: Mild Cartoon Violence; Genre: Action, Platformer
- Pass a Joy Con controller to a friend for 2 player cooperative exploration
- Clad Yoshi in collectable, protective, handicraft costumes as he makes his way through each stage
Rank #4
- Minecraft is a game about placing blocks and going on adventures
- Explore randomly generated worlds and build amazing things from the simplest of homes to the grandest of castles
- Play in creative mode with unlimited resources or mine deep into the world in survival mode, crafting weapons and armor to fend off the dangerous mobs
- Play on the go in handheld or tabletop modes
- Includes Super Mario Mash-Up, Natural Texture Pack, Biome Settlers Skin Pack, Battle & Beasts Skin Pack, Campfire Tales Skin Pack; Compatible with Nintendo Switch only
Rank #3
![Shadow Labyrinth Nintendo Switch 2 Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 [Digital Code]](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41TJt5lwdLL._SL160_.jpg)
- This is the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. Please note that there is also the Standard Edition and Deluxe Edition available, so please be careful of duplicate purchases.
- A Nintendo Switch Online membership may be required for online play. Please check the game detail page on Nintendo.com for membership requirements.
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply.
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