Schattenjäger

Developer: Tim Rachor

Dec 3, 2025

Visual

8-Bit
pixel
side scroll

Structure

interconnected map
linear

Combat

action

Themes

fantasy
gothic

Summary

This is an 8bit retro platformer that's happening all in once screen. Every pixel is exactly one pixel in full-hd resolution.

You play as Gabriel Knight - The Schattenjäger - to save the kidnapped Diana from the castle of the evil Count.

Last updated August 08, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Linux
- Web
- itch.io

Resources

Links

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Schattenjäger

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