Shady Bears

Ever seen a cute bear haunted by its own shadow? In Shady Bears, you’re not just running — you’re running from yourself. This deceptively adorable platformer pits you against a dark version of you that mimics every move, every jump, and every mistake. One wrong step, and your own shadow will catch up. No mercy. No pause. Just chase, dodge, and collect — before your reflection turns the game around.

The bears look fluffy and sweet, but the moment the game starts, you’re in a survival loop with a mirror version that never gets tired.

Shady Bears Gameplay

This is a reflex-based platformer with a twist — your worst enemy is your own movement history.
You collect glowing acorns to score, leap between platforms, and try to stay ahead of the shadow chasing your every step.

But that’s not all. You’re not alone. You can play with up to 4 players on the same keyboard, each controlling a different bear, and each followed by their own sneaky twin. It's chaotic, hilarious, and sometimes just unfair — in the best way.

Power-ups? Yes, but they come at a cost. Grab a pot of honey, and you’ll earn extra points — but also attract a swarm of bees.

Fireflies? They can clear the shadow tailing you, giving you a brief moment to breathe. But use them wisely — they don’t show up often.

Modes & Mechanics

• Solo or co-op: Play alone or grab friends — and try not to panic all at once.
• No obvious enemies on screen? Think again. Your real challenge is yourself — mirrored a few seconds behind.
• Collect more acorns, and the pace speeds up, making each move riskier than the last.
• The tension builds naturally. Every jump becomes a potential trap — for future you.

Controls

Simple but dangerous:

• Arrow keys or WASD to move.
• No attacks. No weapons. Just momentum, memory, and a whole lot of timing.
• In multiplayer, the keyboard is split between players — it’s all fun until everyone’s yelling over one missed jump.

Graphics & Sound

• Visuals: Hand-drawn cartoon style — vibrant bears, glowing acorns, and a moody shadow that never stops coming.
• Animations: Smooth, even when chaos breaks out with 4 players on screen.
• Audio: Playful background music with just enough tension in the effects to keep you on edge — shadow swooshes, bee buzzes, and the satisfying chime of each acorn collected.

Shady Bears is a quirky platformer that blends charm with challenge. It’s all about rhythm, reflexes, and managing your own trail of movement. Whether you're into solo survival runs or messy multiplayer fun, this is the kind of game that’s easy to pick up and hard to walk away from. Switch things up with Iron Snout - pure joy in game form!