Sword of Shadows

Destroy enemies and steal the throne in this fast-paced martial arts adventure!

Snail Games USA Inc · com.snailgameusa.swordofshadow

4.7 out of 5 (11 ratings) 1M+ downloads v24.0.0 123.8 MB Android 6.0+ PEGI 12 · Low Maturity

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At a glance

Latest version: v24.0.0 (126)
Updated: Apr 1, 2026 (6 months ago)
APK size: 123.8 MB
Requires: Android 6.0+ (API 23)
CPU support: ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit
Graphics: OpenGL ES 2.0+
Category: Role Playing (game)
Listed since: Mar 14, 2021 (at least)
Permissions: 21 (2 sensitive)
Website: android-apk.org
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Sword of Shadows is a game by Snail Games USA Inc in the Role Playing category, listed since at least March 2021. It includes native code for ARM 32-bit and ARM 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

Since version 22.0.0, the APK grew from 67 MB to 123.8 MB and the minimum Android version rose from 5.0 to 6.0. It asks for 21 permissions, 2 of them sensitive: find accounts on the device and display over other apps. Compared with version 23.0.0, it adds 2 new permissions: “Use biometric hardware” and “Use fingerprint hardware”. The game offers in-app purchases through Google Play and can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

Ratings

4.7out of 511 ratings

5 ★82%
4 ★9%
3 ★9%
2 ★0%
1 ★0%

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What's new in v24.0.0

1.New Martial Art: Nine Heavens Thunder Sword Technique 2.New Divine Weapon: Dragon Soar 3.New Outfit 4.New Inner Skills: Press the Advantage, Unrivaled 5.Hero system level cap increased; added Hero Advancement feature 6.New Twin Sword Weapon Case

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Sword of Shadows is the latest epic martial arts MMO title from Snail Games. The ancient realm of Jianghu is once again under siege by dark and powerful forces. Each martial arts school is fierce and fearsome in its own right, but is any one faction strong enough to take control of the kingdom? In Sword of Shadows, players will embark on a journey to become a martial arts legend in a dazzling world powered by the second generation Flexi Engine. Sword of Shadows is full of exciting gameplay features and dynamic battlefields, including the Team Arena, Sky Arena and Conquest, and more The game also includes flying skills, expanded quests, expanded guild functions, and more in a breathtakingly detailed environment. Panoramic Martial Arts Kingdom Powered by the second generation Flexi Engine, Sword of Shadows takes players on an authentic journey through an ancient martial arts kingdom, as they become legendary warriors. We've paid incredible attention to detail to ensure that Sword of Shadows raises the bar in terms of what 3D mobile games can accomplish visually. Revolutionary Flying Skills & Sky Battles In Sword of Shadows, players can literally take flight, allowing them to experience a martial arts battle like never before. The Eight Fighting Flying Skill allows players to soar above their PvP opponents. Players can also learn the Ultra Flying Skills to fly across Sword of Shadows' expansive map. Fast-Paced and Dynamic Combat Sword of Shadows' fast-paced and dynamic combat mechanism allows players to adjust the combat mode based on the circumstances of the fight. Players will master a range of martial arts abilities and battle tactics, including the ability to block feints and break through defenses to defeat opponents. The Snail team has also added refraction and displacement effects to increase the visual impact of Sword of Shadows' unique martial arts moves. Five Unique Schools to Join The path to martial arts mastery begins in one of Jianghu's five Martial Arts Schools! Each school has unique qualities that provide endless opportunities for character customization. Are you a swift and silent Tangmen ninja? Or are you more Emei, as brutal as you are beautiful? Between the five featured schools in Sword of Shadows, players are guaranteed to find the path to martial arts mastery that is perfect for them. ==Connect== Visit our official site to learn more about Sword of Shadows: http://sword.snail.com/en/ Join the Sword of Shadows community and learn more on Facebook and our official Forum: Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/SwordofShadowsSEA Customer Service: [email protected]

Version history

3 versions are listed, going back to v22.0.0. Since v24.0.0 it requires Android 6.0+.

v24.0.0 LATEST Apr 1, 2026 123.8 MB TRUSTED v23.0.0 Sep 21, 2025 66.8 MB TRUSTED v22.0.0 Jun 24, 2025 67 MB TRUSTED

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Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Apr 1, 2026.
Certificate issued to “Snail Game” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Apr 1, 2026
Validated against Google Play Apr 1, 2026
Signed byCN=Snail Game, OU=Snail Game, O=Snail Game, L=Suzhou, ST=Jiangsu, C=86
Signing certificate (SHA-1)45:FA:A0:2C:82:93:42:43:5E:42:65:87:39:87:90:2E:50:A3:8E:35
File MD5210e9da7afe71cf8a5a52316d83521df
Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (21)

Sword of Shadows requests 21 permissions, 2 of them sensitive.

Display over other apps Sensitive android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW
Find accounts on the device Sensitive android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS
Advertising ID com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID
Change wifi state android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
Control vibration android.permission.VIBRATE
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Get tasks android.permission.GET_TASKS
Google Play install referrer com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
Google Play license check com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE
In-app purchases (Google Play Billing) com.android.vending.BILLING
Internal broadcast protection (app-defined) com.snailgameusa.swordofshadow.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Manage accounts android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS
Physical activity recognition com.google.android.gms.permission.ACTIVITY_RECOGNITION
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Read Google service settings com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES
Run at startup android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Use biometric hardware android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC
Use credentials android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS
Use fingerprint hardware android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT
View Wi-Fi connections android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Basic touch input android.hardware.faketouch
Landscape screen android.hardware.screen.landscape
Wi-Fi android.hardware.wifi

Sword of Shadows APK: questions and answers

How much space does Sword of Shadows need?

The APK is 123.8 MB, and the game also needs 1.4 GB of extra data (OBB files). Leave about 1.6 GB free for the installation.

Is there a version of Sword of Shadows for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 6.0 or later. Version 23.0.0 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 5.0 and later. Get version 23.0.0 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is Sword of Shadows free?

The APK is free to download, but the game offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Is the Sword of Shadows APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 210e9da7afe71cf8a5a52316d83521df.