Paint over despair. A metroidvania of light and color guided by melody -- "9 Years of Shadows" is a side-scrolling metroidvania developed by Halberd Studios, distinguished by its striking pixel art. The brave female warrior "Europa" resolves to venture into the interior of the ancient mechanical giant "Talos," the source of the curse, in order to stop the world from being swallowed by darkness. Battle monsters transformed by the curse, meet a colorful cast of musicians, and uncover the truth behind the curse that has drained the world of its color. [Game System] This is a solid side-scrolling action game. If you take damage while out of energy, your life (HP) decreases. Losing all your life results in a game over, and you resume from the last place you saved. You can charge energy by hugging your partner Apino, and you can also use bullets of light to destroy the "Dark Crystals" that block your path. [Sublime Music] Music is the "soul" of this work. In addition to the moving soundtrack by Miguel Hasson, wonderful pieces composed at "432 Hz" -- said to heal both body and mind -- by renowned composers Michiru Yamane and Norihiko Hibino color the atmosphere of Talos Castle. Furthermore, music holds an important key to the gameplay and story. Collect the "musical notes" hidden in the castle and restore your health with a healing lullaby. [Limited Edition Contents] - Acrylic stand - Pin-up card - Tattoo-style sticker [CERO Rating by Age: Ages 12 and up]