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Shieldmaiden: Remix Edition

Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2020

Should you play it?

The end of the world just started and everyone is gone. The machines took over and your only goal is to look for your missing sister in a retro wave atmosphere. Fight and find your way into the danger with your shield in this vibrant pixel art world.

What works

  • Unique and satisfying shield-based combat mechanics
  • Beautiful pixel art and animations
  • Engaging synthwave soundtrack
  • Challenging and well-designed boss fights
  • Polished presentation and atmosphere

Things to keep in mind

  • Short game length with limited content
  • Linear and uninspired level design
  • Some control and camera issues
  • Lack of character progression or customization
  • Story is simple and not deeply immersive

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Pirates VR: Jolly Roger

  • Backrooms Break

  • Nocturnal

  • stikir

  • Obsurity

  • Super Catboy

More progression-driven

Games that feels like Shieldmaiden: Remix Edition but with more progression and upgrades

  • Narita Boy

  • Flynn: Son of Crimson

  • DOOMBLADE

  • Foregone

  • Gestalt: Steam & Cinder

  • Dwarf Journey

More expressive

Games that feels like Shieldmaiden: Remix Edition but with more self-expression and customization

  • Pumpkin Jack

  • ITORAH

  • 9 Years of Shadows

  • Solar Ash

  • Pepper Grinder

  • Bright Memory: Infinite

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Shieldmaiden: Remix Edition: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Progression, Value, Continuation.

Last update: 22/08/2026