Shu

Shu for PC, PS3 and etc. is an unusual platform game in indie Scottish studio Secret Lunch. The game combines arcade elements with difficult moral choices.

Mechanics

Shu focuses on the eponymous protagonist, living in a small village. Shu has to outrun a violent storm and his only chance of surviving is to reach the summit of a mysterious mountain. The road is, of course, full of various dangers, which have to be overcame by Shu. Moving constantly to the right side of the screen, Shu jumps, slides and avoids traps, hence escaping the storm.

Interestingly, during the game you have to make many moral choices. Shu encounters many characters, which need his help. You can either save or leave them. Every companion will slow you down, which makes is harder to escape the storm.

Technical aspects

The visuals of Shu are quite unique — they utilize 2D, hand-drawn characters and pastel, 3D backgrounds.

Last updated on 26 September 2014