Steam's store page doesn't flag a co-op category, but players tag Shmadow as co-op.

Does Shmadow have PvP?

Steam does not list PvP for Shmadow.

How many people play Shmadow?

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Is Shmadow multiplayer or co-op?

Yes — co-op, plus local/split-screen. Shmadow is a classic & campaign shooter game released in 2015, 81% positive on Steam (200 reviews). $1.99 on Steam.

Online multiplayerLocal / split-screenSingle-player tooShooter · Classic & campaign shooter

Inspired by “shmups” and shadows, Shmadow is a modern twin-stick side-scroller that nods to retro arcade…

Steam tags: Indie, Action, Bullet Hell, Twin Stick Shooter, Shoot 'Em Up, Co-op, Great Soundtrack, Shooter

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Quick answers

Is Shmadow co-op?: Steam's store page doesn't flag a co-op category, but players tag Shmadow as co-op.
Does Shmadow have PvP?: Steam does not list PvP for Shmadow.
How many people play Shmadow?: Player counts were not available when this page was built.

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