Welcome to another thrilling episode of Play Comics, where we dive into the pixelated playgrounds of our favorite comic book characters and the games that bring them to life. Today, we’re dusting off our PS2 controllers and delving into the dark and mysterious world of Shadow Man 2econd Coming. Released in 2002, this game promised a spine-chilling adventure, but did it deliver the voodoo-infused essence of its comic book counterpart?
Joining us in this shadowy quest is none other than Patrick Hickey Jr., the mastermind behind Legacy Comix and the Editor in Chief of Review Fix. With his encyclopedic knowledge of all things comics and gaming, Patrick is here to help us unravel whether Shadow Man 2econd Coming truly captures the spirit of the Valiant Universe’s enigmatic hero.
So, grab your Shadow Guns and prepare to walk between worlds as we explore the eerie corridors of Deadside and beyond. Will the game stand as a faithful homage to its source material, or will it be lost in the abyss of forgotten adaptations? Tune in to find out, and remember, in the world of Play Comics, the only thing scarier than the Grigori demons is a missed episode!
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A big thanks to The Lucky Die and Happy Horror Time for the promos today.
Intro/Outro Music by Best Day, who still sleeps with a teddy bear.
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Shadow Man with Insane Ian
Manga Before Anime and a Few Other Tangents with Justin Williams (SuperTangent)
Ultraverse Prime with Scott Niswander
The Minds Behind Adventure Games with Patrick Hickey Jr
Ghost in the Shell with Billy (CommanderCast)
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Super Slasher with Luke Herr (Mutliversal Q/RPG Pals Club/Exiled)
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Marvel vs Capcom 2 New Age of Heroes with Trent Seely (Continuity Nod)
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