Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun on Steam - User reviews, Price & Information

Quick menu

Shadow Tactics is a hardcore tactical stealth game set in Japan around the Edo period. A new Shogun seizes power over Japan and enforces nationwide peace. In his battle against conspiracy and rebellion, he recruits five specialists with extraordinary skills for assassination, sabotage and espionage.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a stealth, strategy and tactical game developed by Mimimi Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment.
Released on December 06th 2016 is available on Windows, MacOS and Linux in 13 languages: English, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Polish, Russian, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Portuguese - Brazil, Italian, Traditional Chinese and Turkish.

It has received 37,237 reviews of which 35,767 were positive and 1,470 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. 😍

The game is currently priced at 39.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 1.14€ on Gamivo.

The Steam community has classified Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun into these genres:

Stealth Strategy Tactical Ninja Real Time Tactics Singleplayer Indie Isometric Assassin Historical Action RTS Difficult Violent Atmospheric Third Person Adventure Puzzle Survival Great Soundtrack

Media & Screenshots

Get an in-depth look at Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun through various videos and screenshots.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun screenshot
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun screenshot
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun screenshot
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun screenshot
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun screenshot
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun screenshot
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun screenshot
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun screenshot
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun screenshot
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun screenshot

System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • OS *: Windows Vista 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel i3 2nd-Generation 2.5GHz, AMD Quad-Core 2.5GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GT640, AMD Radeon HD7750, 1GB Vram
  • DirectX: Version 10
  • Storage: 13 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c Compatible Sound Card with Latest Drivers
MacOS
  • OS: OS X Yosemite (10.10)
  • Processor: Intel Dual-Core 3.0GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia 9800 GTX, AMD Radeon HD7770, 1GB Vram
  • Storage: 13 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: MacOS version with 32bit app support is required - MacOS 10.14 or higher is NOT supported. MacOS 10.13 is supported on a limited basis – compatibility is not guaranteed, you may or may not experience issues with the game.
Linux
  • OS: Ubuntu 14.4 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel i3 2nd-Generation 2.5GHz, AMD Quad-Core 2.5GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GT640, AMD Radeon HD7750, 1GB Vram
  • Storage: 13 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Latest GPU drivers installed. To run the game on a 64-bit system you have to install the following packages(libc6:i386, libx11-6:i386, libxcursor1:i386, libxrandr2:i386, libstdc++6:i386, libgl1-mesa-glx:i386, libasound2:i386)

User reviews & Ratings

Explore reviews from Steam users sharing their experiences and what they love about the game.

May 2025
This is a fun and difficult strategy game where you have to think a lot and watch the guards' paths and pay attention to their field of vision, because if the guards find a body, they will keep coming over to patrol. There isn't a lot of gameplay in this game. Each mission does the same thing, just with different locations, paths, and number of guards. For casual players, I would only recommend buying this game when it's on sale.
Expand the review
Read the review on Steam
Jan. 2025
It’s rare to find a game that excels in the pillars of mechanics, storytelling, and art as consistently as Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun. It has its share of blemishes, most prominent of which being camera controls that made me want to flip an entire hibachi table. But its needle-sharp stealth systems, cast of memorable characters with diverse abilities and personalities, and an uncommonly grounded saga set in a stylized feudal Japan left me with a sense of true accomplishment and a role in a well-told story. Each of Shadow Tactics’ five characters has a particular set of skills that make them suited to different sneaky deeds, like hunkering down in bushes, isolating and executing enemies, and hiding the evidence before anyone notices. There were clearly times that called for Mugen, a samurai who can take out a cluster of enemies in a katana flurry, and times when it was a job for Yuki, a young thief who can lure solo enemies into traps. Other times, using them both in tandem allowed me to achieve what neither could alone, which created some great “Eureka!” moments.
Expand the review
Read the review on Steam
Jan. 2025
Great strategy stealth game with cute graphics. Feudal Japan settings fits the game like charm and I would not believe that this kind of game will work so flawlessly with controller, so much, that I would not think of going back to m+k. Pity that Mimimi studio, which stands behind the game, closed the offices.
Expand the review
Read the review on Steam
Oct. 2024
Great strategy game by the also great former studio Mimimi. Follows the same formula (actually this one came first) and delivers a touching and interesting story, yet another setting. Can be a lot of work if you decide to persue all badges - specially time related ones.
Expand the review
Read the review on Steam
Aug. 2024
Good game tactics wise. The first half of the game is great. The last third is a bit of a slog, however the last mission, despite its difficulty is worth it to demonstrate what you have learnt thus far. The story is low key and characters pretty ordinary, however the gameplay is the game's strength. If you like tactics, defs worth your time
Expand the review
Read the review on Steam

Similar games

View all
Partisans 1941
Partisans 1941 Partisans 1941 is a real-time tactics game with stealth elements, set on the eastern front of WW II. As an army commander behind enemy lines you gather a group of Partisans to wage guerilla warfare against the German occupants.
Similarity 74%
Price -98% 0.61€
Rating 8.0
Release 14 Oct 2020
View
Desperados III
Desperados III Desperados III is a story-driven, hardcore tactical stealth game, set in a ruthless Wild West scenario. Play smart if you want to succeed. A good plan can make the difference between survival and finding yourself at the business end of a pistol.
Similarity 73%
Price -83% 6.87€
Rating 9.4
Release 16 Jun 2020
View
Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice
Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice Aiko's Choice is the anticipated standalone expansion to the acclaimed stealth strategy game Shadow Tactics. Set in Edo Japan, you take control of the skillful kunoichi adept Aiko and her deadly assassin friends to hunt down the ghosts of her past.
Similarity 72%
Price -97% 0.64€
Rating 9.0
Release 06 Dec 2021
View
Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive
Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive "Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive" is the first strategy game ever to combine a movie-based and story-driven atmosphere of an adventure game with the intellectual challenge of a real time tactic game.In this western-style title, discover a game of strategy and tactics played out in exceptional real time.
Similarity 72%
Price -89% 0.57€
Rating 8.4
Release 20 Nov 2013
View
Robin Hood: The Legend of Sherwood
Robin Hood: The Legend of Sherwood Roam the dense foliage of Sherwood, come face to face with royal trouble and battle against Prince John’s forces as you take on the role of legendary nobleman, Robin Hood.
Similarity 69%
Price -95% 0.46€
Rating 6.3
Release 26 Aug 2011
View
Commandos 2: Men of Courage
Commandos 2: Men of Courage Commandos 2: Men of Courage is a tactical action/strategy game set against the backdrop of World War II. Take control of an elite group of commandos who must venture deep into enemy territory and utilize their combined expertise to complete a series of mission-based objectives.
Similarity 69%
Price -83% 0.88€
Rating 8.3
Release 15 Mar 2007
View
Commandos: Behind Enemy Lines
Commandos: Behind Enemy Lines Commandos: Behind Enemy Lines is a real-time tactics game set in World War II that puts you in command of a small squad of elite troopers. Send them behind enemy lines on a series of hazardous missions, and bring them back alive.
Similarity 67%
Price -92% 0.44€
Rating 8.7
Release 15 Mar 2007
View
Ninja Stealth 3
Ninja Stealth 3 After a long vacation our ninja is a little rusty, can you help him with his training? Ninja Stealth III brings you 30 new challenging levels, are you ready?
Similarity 65%
Price 4.90€
Rating 7.6
Release 06 Dec 2017
View
Ninja Stealth 2
Ninja Stealth 2 Ninja Stealth 2 is the sequel of Ninja Stealth - A.I. Revolution, now as a RPG with more puzzles than sensors.
Similarity 65%
Price 4.90€
Rating 6.6
Release 30 Jan 2017
View
Commandos 3: Destination Berlin
Commandos 3: Destination Berlin Commandos 3: Destination Berlin is a game of real-time tactics that places you in command of an elite unit of Special Forces behind enemy lines in the European theater of World War II.
Similarity 65%
Price -90% 0.51€
Rating 6.1
Release 15 Mar 2007
View
Ninja Stealth
Ninja Stealth Evade the guards and the defences to escape the evil facility on this click and play stealth game, there will be difficult on your path, young padawan!
Similarity 64%
Price 4.90€
Rating 6.7
Release 29 Sep 2016
View
War Mongrels
War Mongrels War Mongrels is an isometric real-time tactics game that takes place on the eastern front of World War II. Dynamic and tactical gameplay with stealth elements, tightly packed into a dark, fascinating story! Play on your own or in online co-op (PC).
Similarity 62%
Price -98% 0.81€
Rating 7.2
Release 19 Oct 2021
View
More games like Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun

Frequently Asked Questions

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is currently priced at 39.99€ on Steam.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 39.99€ on Steam.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun received 35,767 positive votes out of a total of 37,237 achieving an impressive rating of 9.41.
😍

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun was developed by Mimimi Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is playable and fully supported on MacOS.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is playable and fully supported on Linux.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a single-player game.

There are 2 DLCs available for Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun. Explore additional content available for Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun on Steam.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun supports Remote Play on TV. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun.

Data sources

The information presented on this page is sourced from reliable APIs to ensure accuracy and relevance. We utilize the Steam API to gather data on game details, including titles, descriptions, prices, and user reviews. This allows us to provide you with the most up-to-date information directly from the Steam platform.

Additionally, we incorporate data from the SteamSpy API, which offers insights into game sales and player statistics. This helps us present a comprehensive view of each game's popularity and performance within the gaming community.

Last Updates
Steam data 09 June 2025 00:31
SteamSpy data 11 June 2025 22:15
Steam price 14 June 2025 20:44
Steam reviews 13 June 2025 13:52

If you'd like to dive deeper into the details about Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, we invite you to check out a few dedicated websites that offer extensive information and insights. These platforms provide valuable data, analysis, and user-generated reports to enhance your understanding of the game and its performance.

  • SteamDB - A comprehensive database of everything on Steam about Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun
  • SteamCharts - Analysis of Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun concurrent players on Steam
  • ProtonDB - Crowdsourced reports on Linux and Steam Deck Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun compatibility
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun
39.99€ -98% 39.99€ 1.14€ -94% 39.99€ 2.70€
9.4
35,767
1,470
Game modes
Features
Online players
118
Developer
Mimimi Games
Publisher
Daedalic Entertainment
Release 06 Dec 2016
Platforms
Remote Play
By clicking on any of the links on this page and making a purchase, you may help us earn a commission that supports the maintenance of our services.
Quick menu
Game Info Media & Screenshots Requirements Reviews Similar Games Frequently Asked Questions Data sources