It's time to cut through the hype and get to the truth. Spy Libs is a simple questionnaire that we're handing to superstar developers and dejected PR interns alike (whoever will play along, really) to get a quick take on some key games here at the show. Spy Libs asks five essential questions about each game, and the developer (or lowly interns, case depending) are free to say whatever they want. We'll fill them out too, to give our editorial take on each game. Think of it as point and counterpoint, only with more opportunity for random ridiculousness.


The Company Line: Shadow Complex
My name is [Formerly Cliffy B]

My position and company: [Missionary and good]

1. [Shadow Complex]'s gameplay is focused on [Metroidvania].

2. [Shadow Complex]'s most unique feature is [thrusting classic 2D gameplay into next-gen].

3. The first word that comes to mind when I think of [Shadow Complex] is [mustard].

4. The emotional response that [Shadow Complex] elicits is [mind-expanding recursive platforming ass-kicking].

5. If you liked [Castlevania: Shadow of Belmont's Lament of Innocence] you'll [make love to] [Shadow Complex].


The Company Line: Shadow Complex
My name is [Donald Mustard]

My position and company: [I get to work on games with Epic!!!]

1. [Shadow Complex]'s gameplay is focused on [next-gen Metroidvania].

2. [Shadow Complex]'s most unique feature is [the T-shirt Half Tuck].

3. The first word that comes to mind when I think of [Shadow Complex] is [exploration].

4. The emotional response that [Shadow Complex] elicits is [I own this world!!].

5. If you liked [Medtriod] you'll [LOVE!!!] [Shadow Complex].


GameSpy's Take: Shadow Complex
Filled out by [Gerald Villoria, GameSpy]

1. [Shadow Complex]'s gameplay is focused on [old-school jump-and-shoot action].

2. [Shadow Complex]'s most unique feature is [how it embraces classic gameplay mechanics].

3. The first word that comes to mind when I think of [Shadow Complex] is [Epic].

4. The emotional response that [Shadow Complex] elicits is [nostalgic warm-and-fuzzy comfort].

5. If you liked [the glory years of console gaming] you'll [appreciate] [Shadow Complex].