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Version 1.4.3. Now Available On App Store

Download the latest Shadow Cities update now from your local iTunes App Store for free!

Version 1.4.3. includes stability fixes for some of the most commonly reported crash issues and also a fix for the emoji bug, enabling you to use Apple's Emoji keyboard in the in-game chats. 

Read here how to enable iOS 5's native Emoji keyboard on your device.

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Enter the Seeker - Update Available!

When the shadow’s veil grew thin, your unique vision made you Apprentice. Upon defending the world from the spirits of old, your unquestionable courage named you Guardian. As you shared your knowledge with those in need, your venerable wisdom titled you Scholar. Finally, when the struggle for power consumed the entire world, your unwavering perseverance deemed you Awakened.

Now as your slumber ends, a new path is revealed amidst the divided world. Only by following the path of the Seeker can one hope to gleam into the shadow’s echo and deliver the world from the destruction ahead. Will ...

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Introducing Regional United States Battlegroups

During this week's campaign we were trying out something completely new with US Battlegroups. To allow players from all over the country to enjoy the experience of playing Shadow Cities as a part of a large group and meet new mages, all US players were assigned to national 1000-player-battlegroups during the Campaign.

Next week we will be introducing yet again changes that affect Battlegroups mainly in the US but also all other countries.

New Regional US Battlegroups

With the next week's Campaign 'Shadow Feast' we will be introducing new regionally assigned US Battlegroups which allow you to play ...

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Version 1.4.1. Now Available On App Store

Download the latest Shadow Cities update now from your local iTunes App Store!

Version 1.4.1. includes fixes for some of the most common glitches you have reported to us and also expands the amount of Beacons shown on your Beacon List from 50 to 200.

Beacon List shows now maximum amount of 150 powered-on Beacons from your friends, 40 random powered-on Beacons from your Battlegroup and 10 Animator High Command or Architect Battle Control Beacons.

Here are some of the main issues fixed in this version:

  • Lag or crash occuring when opening Beacon List
  • Bug that caused new ...
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Advent of the Shadow Lords - Update Available!

In most societies there exists those who seek far more than they are given. Led by passion and fueled by desire, upon the embrace of the shadow, these individuals can become as mighty as the great Academies themselves.

While anyone with the proper want can control a handful of realms, a true Shadow Lord seeks to control it all. Will you rise up and take what the shadow can make yours, or will you simply end up subservient to the Shadow Lord in control of your neighborhood? 

Download the latest Shadow Cities update, ‘Advent of the Shadow Lords’ which includes ...

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Version 1.3.1. Now Available On App Store

Version 1.3.1. has just been released on the App Store! While the Grey Area developers are currently working their magic on the next update which will also include new content, version 1.3.1 doesn't contain any big visible changes but only few small tweaks and preparations for iCloud.

Download version 1.3.1 from your local App Store for free!

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Take a sneak peek to the next update here! Another peek to the new upcoming features that we shared earlier on Instagram can be viewed here.

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Price Cut at Shadow Cities Store

To celebrate the release of the new iPhone 4S we cut down prices of all Shadow Cities t-shirts and iPhone skins! 

Click your way to the Store to get your hands on the coolest Shadow Cities swag there is:  Academy t-shirts, iPhone 4 skins and stickers. We've cut nearly 30% off from all t-shirt prices and 40% of all iPhone skin prices permanently!

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Ps. We ship around the world!

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New Campaign Pages Released!

Which Academy is in control of your country? Check out the up to date global battle update maps from the spanking new campaign pages!

Campaign Pages include round based battle maps that are updated every hour. Browse previous campaigns and see which Academy is in control of the global battle in Shadow Cities.

Check out the new Shadow Cities Campaign Pages

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Shadow Weaver’s Anguish - Update Available!

Ancient whisperings tell of a mortal mage whose pride was no match against the envy of those controlling the Echo. Twisted and transformed for the pursuit of magnificence, a great and terrible abomination now lurks within the shadow.

Desperate to share its suffering with all who seek to follow magic’s path, the Shadow Weaver quietly plans, tirelessly. Only by finding true light in the dark can we hope to illuminate the tangled webs hidden in the darkest of shadows.

Download the latest Shadow Cities update, ‘Shadow Weaver’s Anguish’ containing a new world boss, special reward sigils and more ...

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August Sale at Shadow Cities Store - 25 % Off All Prices

It's perfect time to gear up! Click your way to the Store to get your hands on the coolest Shadow Cities swag there is:  Academy t-shirts, iPhone 4 skins and stickers. We've cut 25 % off all prices!

To get this magical discount enter "AUGUSTSALE" as the discount code when checking out from the store. Offer is valid until August 31st.

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