- Steam pricePrice
- $1.39$19.99-93%
- Release
- March 14, 2017
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How co-op works
A second online player can drop into any campaign mission. Both infiltrate the same layered level, creating distractions, splitting routes, covering sightlines, and synchronizing assassinations; the extra operative expands possible solutions but either player being spotted raises the risk for both.
About this game
Styx: Shards of Darkness casts you as a wisecracking goblin assassin sneaking through sprawling, multi-layered environments filled with guards, traps, and dark secrets. The entire campaign supports optional online co-op, letting two players coordinate infiltration routes, distract patrols, and share assassination duties across the same shadowy playgrounds.
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Stealth is the backbone. You climb, crawl, and clone your way past enemies, using a toolkit of gadgets, consumables, and supernatural abilities to reach objectives without triggering alarms. Playing with a partner amplifies the tension: one misstep alerts guards for both of you, so timing distractions and split routes becomes essential.
Online co-op is the sole multiplayer mode. Sessions reward careful communication and patience, as you mark targets, cover sightlines, and synchronize takedowns. The deliberate pacing and reliance on teamwork make every successful heist feel like a shared victory built on whispered plans and split-second decisions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play the entire campaign in co-op?
Yes, the entire campaign supports optional online co-op for two players. You can tackle every mission solo or bring a partner to coordinate infiltration routes and share assassination duties.
Does co-op require careful coordination, or can we split up?
Co-op works best with tight coordination. If one player gets spotted and triggers an alarm, it affects both of you, so you'll need to time distractions, mark targets together, and synchronize your takedowns carefully.
Is there local split-screen co-op?
No, only online co-op is available. There is no local or split-screen multiplayer.
What happens if my co-op partner plays more aggressively than I do?
Since stealth is the core mechanic and alarms affect both players, an aggressive approach will make things harder for your team. Success really depends on both players committing to patience and coordinated sneaking.