Key Specs
- Edition: Standard Edition
- ESRB Rating: M (Mature 17+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Blood and gore, Intense violence, Sexual themes, Strong language (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- Compatible Platform(s): PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
- Software Format: Physical (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
General
- Product Name: Styx: Shards of Darkness
- Brand: Focus Home Interactive
- Publisher: Focus Home Interactive
- Developer: Cyanide Studio
- Model Number: 790354
Game Details
- Edition: Standard Edition
- Genre: Other
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ESRB Rating: M (Mature 17+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Blood and gore, Intense violence, Sexual themes, Strong language (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
Compatibility
- Compatible Platform(s): PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5
- Software Format: Physical (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
Requirements
- Video Game Content Included: Full game
Other
- UPC: 854952003547

Infiltrate Korangar and spy on the Dark Elves in Styx: Shards of Darkness for PlayStation 4. Enjoy battling enemies with Styx's refined assassin and stealth abilities while exploring new environments with his enhanced grappling and climbing skills. Styx: Shards of Darkness provides hours of fun for veteran players and those new to the franchise.

Whats Included

Cyanide Studio Styx: Shards of Darkness

Customers are saying

Customers love the stealth mechanics, controls, and graphics in Styx: Shards of Darkness. Many praise the game's ability to blend stealth and action, along with its immersive storyline and impressive visuals. Positive feedback consistently highlights the enjoyable gameplay experience. The game's presentation, including the visuals and story, is frequently cited as a major strength.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Truly The One That Got Away!
As a fan of Styx: Master of Shadows; I was excited for this game, and was not disappointed! Much like the original; Shards of Darkness is a Stealth/Action game which asks you to move through the shadows, and remain unseen. Styx has no melee; so sneaking is his best defense, as his parries aren't very good at first. Sneak attacks, poisons or dropping objects on enemies is best; and will not draw attention to you, plus hiding bodies is also suggested. You get bigger bonuses for full stealth/no kills runs; of course, but where's the fun in that? The game play mechanics are similar to the original; with a few added changes for easier use. I had a great time playing this game; with my only drawbacks is the Rope Mechanics and the play time. I felt it a bit too short from the original game; which seemed to go on forever, which is not a bad things. I loved the length of the original; I spend more time there lost because I couldn't figure out where to go. This game was a bit more straight forward; even which it's near open world, it still felt smaller. Styx's humor was right on point; if not more so, with all the Pop Culture references in it. The game has me laughing out loud many time. All-in-all; I still really enjoyed this game, and would recommend it to anyone who loves great humor, stealth/action, beautiful set pieces, great voice acting and a fun story. Can't wait to see what Styx has up his sleeve for his next game!
Posted 8 years ago by cyperrat
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great stealth game
Meant for stealth fans. No visual cues for climbable terrain so be careful. Many ways to kill people. Graphics are pretty good and frame rate is smooth. Styx is an awesome character breaking the 4th wall. When faced with head to head combat, not much of an option to fight, so -1 star.
Posted 7 years ago by BacklogUgh
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
A great sequel
This is a great sequel to a great, true, classic stealth game. While not everything is better this time around, most of the issues from the first game were fixed/tweaked: much better ledge detection, manually precise ledge grabs upon falling, more consistent frame-rate, less back-tracking, non-existent flashy white graphical lines, non-existent forced combat via encounters, and more. This is a must buy for any stealth fan and/or fan of the first Styx game - Styx: Master of Shadows.
Posted 8 years ago by Aura