Waking up
the arcade.
A little look before you leap.
ENDLESS SHADOW RUNNER

Shadow Step

Your shadow has your back. The neighbours have toast.

Leap between rooftops, dodge flying toast and climb into the night. Your shadow has your back.

1–8 players

How to play ↓

How to play Shadow Step

Swap walls as the climb gets faster. Catch teal vents for a strong updraft. Collect a Shadow Surge to blast through danger, or a shield to block one hit. With friends, one pickup powers everyone. Solo means just you and your shadow. Keep climbing until your shell cracks.

Controls

Swap
Space
  1. Swap walls as the climb gets faster.
    Swap walls.
  2. Teal vents lift you higher.
    Ride the lift.
  3. Shields block a hit. Shadow Surge clears the danger ahead.
    Power up.

Can I play Shadow Step with friends?

Yes. A friends room supports 2–8 players. Choose Play with friends, share the room invitation, and ready up together.

Can I play alone?

Yes. Choose Play solo for your own round. Friends rooms are a separate option.

Do I need to download anything?

No. Shadow Step runs in your browser. Use the keyboard controls above or the game’s on screen controls on a phone.

A little inside knowledge

Shadow Step: swaps, hazards and powers →