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Shadow of the Colossus
Rank and Play ID: RNP-IGDB-2207

Shadow of the Colossus

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Critic rating
88.5 / 100
4 votes
Release
Oct 18, 2005
Genres
Platform, Puzzle

Overview

An open-world action/adventure game in which a young wanderer, along with a stolen magical sword and his steed companion, trespasses a cursed land, makes a deal with an ancient being to bring a sacrificial victim back to life, and sets off to fulfill his end of the bargain, which involves tracking down and infiltrating the abodes of sixteen colossi and sacrificing them to achieve his goal.

Storyline

The story of Shadow of the Colossus begins as Wander enters the forbidden land, traveling across the long bridge at its entrance on his horse, Agro. According to Lord Emon later in the game, prior to entering the forbidden land Wander had stolen an ancient sword, which is the only weapon capable of slaying the colossi of the forbidden land. Led to the massive Shrine of Worship at the center of the region, Wander carries with him the body of a maiden named Mono. A moment later, several shadow-like creatures with humanoid forms appear and prepare to attack Wander, but he easily dismisses them with a wave of the ancient sword in his possession,…

Screenshots

Gameplay and promotional screenshots

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Awards

Recognition from industry awards shows

British Academy Games Award for Action and Adventure
2006
Won
British Academy Games Award for Artistic Achievement
2006
Won
Game Developers Choice Award - Best Design
2005
Won
British Academy Games Award for Game Innovation
2006
Nominated
British Academy Games Award for Music
2006
Nominated
British Academy Games Award for Technical Achievement
2006
Nominated

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