Regency Solitaire II
Regency Solitaire II
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Shadowhand Solitaire
Developer Grey Alien Games
Ride with Lady Cornelia Darkmoor - aristocrat by day, highwaywoman by night. Play your cards right to untangle a web of corruption, smuggling and blackmail in this swashbuckling solitaire adventure. Your fortune and freedom are at stake! From the Steam store page
103 reactions from 2 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky) · newest Nov 4, 2026 · last updated Nov 5, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
92
LovedLoved
61 positive · 5 negative
95% range 83–97%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 61 | 5 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 7 | 1 | 29 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
63 of 68 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
92% recommend · 60 yes, 5 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 65 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (68 of 74 positive).
Players praise the game as a relaxing, casual solitaire experience with a charming story and beautiful presentation. [1][2][3] Some reviewers note it is a simplified version of the original Shadowhand, removing RPG elements and battles. [4][5][6] A few players express disappointment, calling it a rehash or cash grab compared to the original. [7][8][9]
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Representative posts
- [8]
Get the original Shadowhand instead. I bought this game because I highly enjoy the solitaire games from this developer and I loved the original Shadowhand. While I expected more of a sequel to the original (I did not bother reading anything about the game and just bought it on sale, so that's on me), it instantly became apparant that this was not a sequel at all. At that point I could've refunded the game but I said …
- [1]
This has everything I want in a solitaire game– a story (which you can FF if you want), rare objectives and achievements. As well as buying useful items for your outfit, you can just have fun dressing up. This is so much easier and relaxing on hard mode than the original. If I had played the original now I’d have appreciated it more; the gear you wear, how you have to change that gear depending on the duel and how …
- [2]
As addictive as it is easy to get into, shadowhand solitaire delivers a charming storyline and a gorgeous presentation that all resemble the hidden object games of yore that I personally still love quite a lot. As such, it's nostalgic as it is cozy in its gameplay loop: reading some swashbuckling adventures where a noblewoman dons a mask and a gun for the sake of her friend and justice, and then solving a solitaire …
- [15]
If you like Regency Solitaire, you'll like Shadowhand Solitaire. I *love* Regency Solitaire. Updating this review now that I've finished the game: I think this is my favorite of Grey Alien's solitaire games. It's slightly more complex than Regency Solitaire, with an inventory system and duels that you must win to progress, but without the turn-based combat of the original Shadowhand. It's a perfect balance for me. …
- [3]
It's solitaire with fancy graphics and a chance you'll get invested in fictional Regency-era problems. Want to unwind at the end of the day with some good old card game? Look no further. A truly relaxing way to procrastinate on real responsibilities.
Summarised from 34 of the 102 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 13, 2026. How summaries are made
RottenBot@rottenbot · automated account
92% of the 65 Steam reviewers we collected recommend Shadowhand Solitaire. The complaint that keeps coming up: feels like a rehash of the original Shadowhand. Deal-breaker or nitpick?
Reactions
60 of 103 · most liked firstNEW GAME ANNOUNCEMENT! Shadowhand Solitaire is coming very soon to Steam and @itch.io Please wishlist and share, thank you! store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/... We're super proud of this swashbuckling solitaire adventure and we think you'll love it!
neutral · AI labelView post →I shipped a game (Shadowhand Solitaire) and this is what my task progress bar looks like. IMAGINE WHAT THIS FEELS LIKE and now try to do it for your game. Good luck!
positive · AI labelView post →Basically worked on this all year and it's nearly done. Also managed to amass quite a lot of wishlists, though more are always welcome, thanks! store.steampowered.com/app/3414580/... Also: - Lost a bunch of weight - Localised Shadowhand Solitaire and launched on casual portals - Worked with my son
neutral · AI labelView post →Game devs, post your first shipped game and your latest shipped game. Left: Solitaire on Amiga (1995), Right: Shadowhand Solitaire on PC (2024)
neutral · AI labelView post →We've submitted Shadowhand Solitaire to Steam. Wish us luck, or in fact, wishlist the game! store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Very grateful to past me who made extensive notes on the last game we localised so I can revisit the charming pitfalls for Shadowhand Solitaire. Such delights as non-breaking space, French chevrons, en dash, ellipsis, weird single/double quotation variants etc.
neutral · AI labelView post →In the past week I've updated 4 previous games on Steam *and* our new game Shadowhand Solitaire! 💪💪💪 - Regency Solitaire (2015) - Shadowhand (2017) - Ancient Enemy (2020) - Regency Solitaire II (2024)
neutral · AI labelView post →OMG sales today are so bad on Steam you wouldn't even know we launched a new game. I guess everyone is waiting for the Autumn sale. Well Shadowhand Solitaire is going to retain the 10% launch discount in the sale folks: store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Woo! We are past the "it's 90% done" stage :-) Wishlist our latest game, Shadowhand Solitaire here: store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Our most recent game, Shadowhand Solitaire, is a about an aristocrat turned highwaywoman in 1770! 40% off in the Steam sale, more if you already own both Regency Solitaire games. store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Get the original Shadowhand instead. I bought this game because I highly enjoy the solitaire games from this developer and I loved the original Shadowhand. While I expected more of a sequel to the original (I did not bother reading anything about the game and just bought it on sale, so that's on me), it instantly became apparant that this was not a sequel at all. At that point I could've refunded the game but I said whatever and played through it again on the highest difficulty setting from…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This has everything I want in a solitaire game– a story (which you can FF if you want), rare objectives and achievements. As well as buying useful items for your outfit, you can just have fun dressing up. This is so much easier and relaxing on hard mode than the original. If I had played the original now I’d have appreciated it more; the gear you wear, how you have to change that gear depending on the duel and how each opponent has different strength’s/weaknesses. It took me ages to get the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →We recently launched Shadowhand Solitaire on GameHouse and have got the main capsule! Imagine getting this on Steam for an indie game.
neutral · AI labelView post →You don't have to go back to *that other place* ~ but I'd love to share that people can't wait to get hold of Shadowhand Solitaire when it comes out at 4PM(GTM) today! ▶️ Please wishlist / follow here: store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/... ▶️ also on itch :) #indiegame #gamedev #indiedev #wishlist
neutral · AI labelView post →Working on Shadowhand Solitaire, I'm reminded of just how good the first game looked (imho):
positive · AI labelView post →Ladies Gamers gave Shadowhand Solitaire two thumbs up which is the best score you can get: ladiesgamers.com/shadowhand-s...
neutral · AI labelView post →Shadowhand Solitaire is a light take on the original game that removes the rpg elements and turns this version into a casual solitaire game. I played the original, of the same name, back in 2017 and it was honestly a great solitaire game meshed with rpg elements. I get some people did not care for the rpg side of things so having a solitaire only version of the game makes sense and is much more casual than the original. Gameplay & Features Settings & features include; audio controls,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's #ScreenshotSaturday, so here's a lil action from our game due to launch on Steam NEXT WEEK 😱 - ♥️♣️ Shadowhand Solitaire! ♦️♠️ We are a tiny team of 2 ~ so wishlists / follows / shares are hugely appreciated: store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/... #gamedev #indiedev #GameDevNews #Steam
neutral · AI labelView post →Yay! We've had a lot of interest in our swashbuckling solitaire game, coming soon to Steam: SHADOWHAND SOLITAIRE Here's the trailer - we'd be super grateful if you wishlist / follow / share our Steam page, too: store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/... Thank you! #videogames #indiegame #gamedev
neutral · AI labelView post →Shadowhand Solitaire is coming soon! Be a "land pirate" - a highwaywoman, in 1770 England. This game plays like Regency Solitaire but has a different historical theme. Wishlist here: store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Here's a video of me playing Shadowhand Solitaire and explaining the differences between it and the original Shadowhand game: www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHWu...
neutral · AI labelView post →NUMBERS! DATA! Postmortem - Shadowhand Solitaire. How did the casual version of our previous Shadowhand game sell? www.patreon.com/posts/145694...
neutral · AI labelView post →Hi, I'm Jake Birkett from Grey Alien Games. Been an indie dev for 20 years and I'm working on Shadowhand Solitaire, a casual version of our 2017 game, Shadowhand. I'm also the guy that made that GDC talk back in 2016 about never having a hit game (still true).
neutral · AI labelView post →As addictive as it is easy to get into, shadowhand solitaire delivers a charming storyline and a gorgeous presentation that all resemble the hidden object games of yore that I personally still love quite a lot. As such, it's nostalgic as it is cozy in its gameplay loop: reading some swashbuckling adventures where a noblewoman dons a mask and a gun for the sake of her friend and justice, and then solving a solitaire like puzzle to best your enemies in battle. There are both active and passive…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Shadowhand Solitaire installed! I merely hope that GreyAlien's work won't kill today's productivity off. Game seems brilliant so far, mind you. Here it is: store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/...
positive · AI labelView post →Get cozy with me this morning because I'm streaming Shadowhand Solitaire by the amazing @greyalien.bsky.social. Please go wishlist or grab the game on Steam using the link below! Plus, we have some new emotes 😍✨ Twitch.tv/kez_liquescent
neutral · AI labelView post →For new followers: Hi, I've been an indie dev for 20 years and shipped 15 games, most recently Regency Solitaire II: store.steampowered.com/app/2137470/... Currently working on Shadowhand Solitaire, a casual version of our previous turn-based combat Shadowhand game.
neutral · AI labelView post →This is a casual version of the original Shadowhand game, where all the turn-based battles have been taken out. Otherwise, the story, graphics, and levels are the same. The levels which were formerly battle levels are now one-up, one-down solitaire games, with a token animated "battle" at the end. Some of the weapons and clothing items from the original game were removed, as well as all the consumables. The weapons and clothing now go only towards buffing up aspects of the solitaire play.…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →OK, all the text has been edited, unsupported chars replaced, and spreadsheets converted to text files now in the game. This is for Shadowhand Solitaire btw.
neutral · AI labelView post →I BROUGHT A KNIFE TO A GUN FIGHT AND WON 🖐🏼 Shadowhand is now officially on my top favorite Solitaire games list because Shadowhand is one badass lady! When I first downloaded this game, I wasn't sure this battle-type game scenario would appeal to me but it quickly became a "just one more level" kind of game! Game Mechanics: In this game, there are no 10's, Jacks, Queens, or Kings, just cards 0-9. The 0 cards can be played before or after a 9 card, and vice versa. You can also switch to a…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Just bought Shadowhand Solitaire by @greyalien.bsky.social and his wife @bchezza.bsky.social. I really enjoyed their last story driven solitaire game. They are fun and chill experiences with loads of polish. store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/... #steam #steamgame #gamedev #indiegame #IndieGameDev
positive · AI labelView post →I enjoy playing solitaire games from Grey Alien. It has to be said, however, that Shadowhand Solitaire is just a rehash of the original Shadowhand game, using the same artwork, the same sound effects and even the same story. In that regard, it wasn't good value for money. To keep churning out games as if they are full games when they are more like extra levels is taking advantage of the buyer somewhat.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Game devs, post your first shipped game and your latest shipped game. Left: Regency Solitaire on PC/Mac/Later Switch (2015), Right: Shadowhand Solitaire on PC (2024) 🃏♠️♥️♣️♦️
neutral · AI labelView post →Having deeply appreciated the original Shadowhand (RPG), it remains one of my favored games over the past decade within this genre. Upon learning that Grey Alien was releasing a new game with the moniker Shadowhand Solitaire, I was filled with anticipation. Being an avid fan of solitaire games and having adored Shadowhand (RPG), purchasing the new release seemed an obvious choice. After dedicating approximately an hour to the game, I find myself with mixed feelings. While there is much to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Not as good as previous Grey Alien solitaire games, quite frankly. But, it still scratches that base itch if you just want to chill out and click on cards. Levels as you near the end of the game get kind of annoying -- when I beat them, I feel more that it's because I got a lucky overall draw, vs figuring out a path through a hard but fair game. Some of the layouts have a tendency to just really hose you over. Overall, mild thumbs-up [edit after playing further: I'm tilting more towards…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I played the first Shadowhand a while ago, and enjoyed it. I am in the middle of playing this one, and it is also providing a good time. This game is the easier of the two, so I would recommend playing this one first, and then the second one. They are both on sale now, so you can get them both for around $15 for both of them. (The other one is less than $4). I have other solitaire games in my collection, but I feel like these are the most fun and polished.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →After a few hours with it, I cannot in good conscience recommend this title. I've played many of Grey Alien's solitaire games as well as the original Shadowhand and really enjoyed those. I felt those were really high quality and worth their price. Given this title is a re-imagining of the original Shadowhand, I expected the story to be the same along with the graphics and engine. I do not fault them for those being so. What I didn't expect is how lazy of a cashgrab this feels like even beyond…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Another great game from Grey Alien. Will be spending a lot more time with this!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's nicely relaxing. And the most brutal and violent solitaire I have ever played. :))))
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →If you like Regency Solitaire, you'll like Shadowhand Solitaire. I *love* Regency Solitaire. Updating this review now that I've finished the game: I think this is my favorite of Grey Alien's solitaire games. It's slightly more complex than Regency Solitaire, with an inventory system and duels that you must win to progress, but without the turn-based combat of the original Shadowhand. It's a perfect balance for me. Near the end of the game, in the penultimate chapter, I felt like I had an…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →♣️♥️Check out our new Solitaire game! ♦️♠️ Shadowhand Solitaire is coming VERY soon to Steam store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Forbidden Solitaire is quite fun. It's like a weird scary 90s point and click adventure game had a baby with Shadowhand Solitaire (or Regency Solitaire, but with combat). It's tripeaks/golf style solitaire but you have to rack up combos to defeat enemies. But it's not so scary that I can't play it!
neutral · AI labelView post →This is the most violent Solitaire game I've ever played.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is my first time playing the Shadowhand Solitaire and I really like it. Great graphics, great music. My only problem is that my experience with this developer was when I played Regency Solitaire I & II, which I really enjoyed, but this game does not use a traditional card set, which I find a little disappointing. It doesn't really feel like a card game, let alone 'Solitaire.' It's more like a puzzle game. I really recommend this game and I hope everyone supports this developer.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's solitaire with fancy graphics and a chance you'll get invested in fictional Regency-era problems. Want to unwind at the end of the day with some good old card game? Look no further. A truly relaxing way to procrastinate on real responsibilities.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Only a brief play so far but love what I see! Much like the Regency Solitaire games, works great on Steam Deck, beautiful art, good writing, addictive gameplay. A great game for on the go, especially!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is a really fun Solitare game., I really enjoy the unique aspect of equipping items and armor on the main character, as well as the combat (duels). If I had to complain, I would say the writing for the story is not as strong as Regency Solitare 1 or 2, but, if you enjoy those games, I think you'll have fun with this one too. :3
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →However, we struggled with sales of Shadowhand Solitaire on the casual sites despite it being as good a game because the name is unrelated. Maybe the theme was also a factor. Perhaps if we'd called it Regency Solitaire Prequel or something it would have sold better.
negative · AI labelView post →It's a good solitaire challenge, but they did away with most of the RPG and battle stuff that made the first one more fun. The base game is great, but there's less "dynamic"-ness to battles and overall, it's just easier.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Pros: - The trait/equip system where different outfits give you different advantages in battle is really cool and genuinely enhances gameplay. Cons: - Interface is just Regency Solitaire with the Shadowhand theme somewhat clumsily wedged into it. - A lot of levels are super frustrating due to having only a few matchable cards available at a time. - I'm sorry, but the story is really bad and drags on for way too long. The way Shadowhand keeps running into more goons to fight is super…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →very entertaining game! story is engaging, levels are creative, and art is lovely! definitely recommend for a low stress rewarding game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Shadowhand Solitaire on sale now. 90% positive. It's a more casual version of the original game with simplified combat and inventory/stats system: store.steampowered.com/app/3199380/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Experience the Shadowhand world with this story adventure via solitaire, no battle stats to deal with.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A great flavorful introduction to the Solitaire genre. My very first Solitaire game that made me instantly fall in love with the genre. The art is gorgeous throughout and the UI is incredibly polished and helpful for teaching how to play, with environments and level layouts varied enough that I found myself playing through the first 4 chapters in a single sitting. The additional mechanics on top of the Solitaire foundation in the form of inventory items, passive and active abilities, etc are a…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Not certain which Lord I pleased to get two Grey Alien solitaire games in one year, but I am not going to complain about even more Shadowhand alongside Regency Solitaire 2 earlier this year.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I loved the prior Regency Solitaire games, but wasn't going to get this game because it was a "battler" game which I don't like (personal preference)...BUT, the developers have added the "Relaxed" mode where you automatically win the battles, so I got it and am enjoying the playing experience. A fun card game with a story, wonderful graphics and music, lots of power ups and customization options--what's not to like?
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A Captivating Story-based Casual Card Game Shadowhand Solitaire is an engaging and accessible casual card game built on the popular Golf variant of Solitaire, known from TriPeaks. It's derived from the game Shadowhand, reusing much of the same art while omitting the RPG elements (aside from equipment and inventory), which makes it easier for casual gamers to pick up and enjoy. The game features 150 unique levels with distinct card layouts, and includes gold-earning combos, equipment,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Have only scratched the surface so far, btu this is an immensely entertaing game, that manages to perfectly balance challenge, progression and relaxation. The clever ear-appropriate story is a lovely bonus.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Really liked the first Shadowhand game and played through a couple of times, this presents the same content without the battles so this is a simpler version still a lot of fun and a reason to play again. All of the Grey Alien card games are great Ancient Enemy, Regency Solitaire so if you enjoy this you will like those as well.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Very polished and actually pretty deep card game. Good level of needing to think just hard enough to strategize for the best combo without causing headaches. Also like the progression system with lootable items that you can equip, passive perks, etc. Def worth a buy
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