Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
Shadowgrounds breathes fresh air into the action genre with explosive combat sequences, an innovative weapon upgrade system, and an intriguing storyline. The adrenaline-pumping, top-down gameplay and audiovisual fireworks set the scene for this new action experience which also includes single computer (split keyboard or joystick) co-op...
Works best on Windows PC
Best current price at GamersGate
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $0.53 (December 2024)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GamersGate | $0.70 | $6.99 | Buy |
| WinGameStore | $0.89 | $6.99 | Buy |
| GOG | $0.89 | $5.99 | Buy |
| IndieGala | $1.04 | $6.99 | Buy |
| Gamesplanet | $6.30 | $6.99 | Buy |
| Steam | $6.99 | $6.99 | Buy |
| Humble Store | $6.99 | $6.99 | Buy |
| Fanatical | $6.99 | $6.99 | Buy |
| DreamGame | $6.99 | $6.99 | Buy |
| GreenManGaming | $6.99 | $6.99 | Buy |
Shadowgrounds is a top-down shooter from Frozenbyte, the Finnish team later known for Trine. Aliens attack a human colony on Ganymede, a moon of Jupiter, and you fight through dark corridors and facilities armed with a growing set of weapons. Each gun can be upgraded with parts gathered during the campaign, and the lighting and explosions set a tense mood.
The campaign can be played alone or in local co-op on a single computer, sharing the keyboard or using gamepads. It suits fans of classic twin-stick and top-down shooters, and friends looking for some old-school alien blasting together.
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| Developer | Frozenbyte |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Frozenbyte |
| Released | May 8, 2006 |
| Metacritic | 74 / 100 |
| Languages | 1: English |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Headset for co-op voice chat
Shadowgrounds is better with friends on voice. The Cloud III has a clear detachable mic; the G733 goes wireless for long co-op nights.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G733 Lightspeed Wireless HeadsetMonitor for the best visuals
Show off Shadowgrounds on a sharp 1440p screen. The SANSUI is the budget pick; the 32-inch curved Odyssey wraps the picture around you.
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Upgrade pickSamsung Odyssey G55C 32-inch QHD Curved MonitorMicrophone
For crisp voice chat or streaming Shadowgrounds, a desk mic beats any headset mic. The AM8 is a great USB starter; the QuadCast S is the creator favorite.
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Upgrade pickHyperX QuadCast SController
Shadowgrounds plays great on a controller. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is a cheap, reliable PC pad; the Ultimate 2 adds drift-free Hall effect sticks and a charging dock.
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Upgrade pick8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless ControllerLow-latency mouse
Fast aim in Shadowgrounds needs a light mouse with a quick wireless link. The G305 is a cheap lag-free wireless pick; the Superlight 2 is what pros use.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G Pro X Superlight 2Prices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $0.53 in December 2024.
The best current price we found is $0.70 at GamersGate, against a usual price of $6.99.
Fine to buy. Fine to buy. $0.70 is 32% above its lowest price on record ($0.53). Next big sale: Black Friday weekend, in 17 days.
