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Shadow Labyrinth reinvents the classic Pac-Man formula as a dark action platformer filled with mystery. Continue reading for the latest announcements and developments surrounding this intriguing title.

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Shadow Labyrinth News

2025

July 3

• Bandai Namco debuted Shadow Labyrinth's pre-order trailer during their 2025 Summer Showcase, revealing more about this dark revival of a beloved franchise. Scheduled for mid-July release, the game was initially unveiled during Amazon's Secret Level series. The new trailer provides deeper insight into what awaits players in this reimagined experience.

Read more: Bandai Namco Summer Showcase 2025 | Everything Announced (Game8)

May 22

• Bandai Namco unveiled a new trailer showcasing Shadow Labyrinth's "Mazes" stages, highlighting how this PAC-MAN-inspired 2D platformer blends classic elements with a dark sci-fi atmosphere.

Read more: Shadow Labyrinth 'Mazes' trailer (Gematsu)

March 27

• The March 2025 Nintendo Direct confirmed Shadow Labyrinth's July 18 release date. Players awaken memory-less in mysterious mazes guided by Puck, a yellow orb companion. This survival-action hybrid lets players consume enemies to power up while unraveling Puck's secrets.

Read more: Nintendo Direct March 2025 Everything Announced (Game8)

• Pre-orders opened with a new trailer revealing three distinct gameplay styles centered around evolving into the ultimate predator through consumption and survival mechanics.

Read more: Shadow Labyrinth Release Date and New Gameplay Revealed! (Game8)

2024

December 11

• Bandai Namco announced Shadow Labyrinth at The Game Awards 2024, revealing a dark maze adventure launching in 2025 that will also appear in Amazon's Secret Level anthology series.

Read more: Shadow Labyrinth was announced at TGA 2024. (Game8)