Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun

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  • Summary: The tactical game with stealth elements Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a cooperative endeavor of Daedalic Entertainment and Mimimi Productions. The game is a special take on the genre: it takes place during the Edo-Era of Japan in 1615. Within a playtime of roughly 25 hours, 5The tactical game with stealth elements Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a cooperative endeavor of Daedalic Entertainment and Mimimi Productions. The game is a special take on the genre: it takes place during the Edo-Era of Japan in 1615. Within a playtime of roughly 25 hours, 5 characters will face challenging missions, each protagonist with their own special field of expertise. Only if you know the positive and negative qualities of your characters and play tactically and with finesse, will you master the challenges ahead.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. GameCritics
    Aug 17, 2017
    95
    It’s not hyperbole when I say that by recognizing all of its ifs and thoroughly ironing them out, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is one of the best tactics title I’ve ever played, and it’s certainly one of the finest games I’ve played this year. As a masterpiece in nearly every respect, I salute Mimimi Productions and eagerly look forward to their next work.
  2. PlayStation Universe
    Jul 25, 2017
    90
    One of the most satisfying and fulfilling games i’ve played this year. Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a great game that makes you think three steps ahead. I was hooked from the very first kill to the very last.
  3. PlayStation LifeStyle
    Aug 4, 2017
    90
    An immense stealth game that features dozens of satisfying mechanics and an undying focus on the art of tactical warfare. Even on normal difficulty, the game will force the player to use every iota of their tactical nuance as they assassinate their way through an emotional story-line that takes them to all manner of settings across the island nation. The game’s camera system is the only misstep in an otherwise superb port to console.
  4. 4P.de
    Aug 7, 2017
    85
    While the level design shows some inconsistencies and there are no real consequences depending on your choice of subtle oder bloody methods. But nonetheless this is a very entertaining and thanks to the competent AI challenging modern interpretation squad based realtime strategic infiltration à la Commandos.
  5. TheSixthAxis
    Aug 2, 2017
    80
    While a fun and interesting take on the genre, Shadow Tactics will prove a little too demanding for some. Although self-contained, levels are surprisingly big, each crammed with an array of moving clockwork pieces. With some stretching past the half-hour mark, it can be an overwhelming and sometimes exhausting game to play. Still, you’d be hard pressed to find a stealth game as satisfying or rewarding.
  6. Eurogamer Italy
    Aug 4, 2017
    80
    After about six month from the PC release, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun comes to consoles bringing the way of thinking of Real Time Tactics in your controllers. Can’t match the comfort of the mouse and keyboard combo and the story remains a weak point, but it’s still enjoyable thanks to the delightful design and gameplay variety. If you recall games like Commandos and Desperados with pleasure, it’s time to few versus many again.
  7. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Sep 8, 2017
    80
    A cunning, demanding game, but never overwhelming or confusing. It wants to challenge you, but it also wants you to succeed, feeling like the coolest killer of all. [Oct 2017, p.96]
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  1. Positive: 15 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. Wolfenstein51
    Aug 2, 2017
    10
    Brings me back to my days playing Commandos 2 on PC. The game is excellent, has a very clean look and is really fun to play. You really haveBrings me back to my days playing Commandos 2 on PC. The game is excellent, has a very clean look and is really fun to play. You really have to plan your approach to succeed in this game, but the payoff is worth it. This is a game I will be playing for a long time. If you like a bit of strategy in your stealth games, pick it up.… Expand
  2. Piter_Ballack
    Aug 25, 2019
    10
    Amazing Game!!! I must buy for sure!!
    Don’t listen for those who say that is not like this game or this other one. Is a unique type of game    Amazing Game!!! I must buy for sure!!
    Don’t listen for those who say that is not like this game or this other one. Is a unique type of game just comparable whit commandos (and old classic pc game).
    Great graphics, perfect gameplay, extremely challenging and lot lot lot of FUN!!    … Expand
  4. eduardocecconi
    Nov 28, 2021
    10
    What a beautiful game! Shadow Tactics provide a balanced mix between stealth and action. Graphics and soundtrack together can make us feelWhat a beautiful game! Shadow Tactics provide a balanced mix between stealth and action. Graphics and soundtrack together can make us feel like we're in Japan Edo age. It's a shame that Aiko's Choice DLC will be released only in PC, but I'll still wait to see more of Shadow Tactics in ps4.… Expand
  5. pongkrit03
    Jul 15, 2018
    9
    Just beated the game yesterday. Shadow tactics is the fantastic game that got huge inspiration from Commando, and Commando is my favorite gameJust beated the game yesterday. Shadow tactics is the fantastic game that got huge inspiration from Commando, and Commando is my favorite game in my childhood so yes, I love Shadow tactics very much. The difficulty is very high, brutal sometimes but there are also a lot of possibilities to approach. You can adjust difficulty as well so it is fine for rookies to learn. Let see pros and cons.

    Pro
    1. Very well done commando style game - Shadow tactics inherits the soul of Commando in the right way and yet improve what was lack. For exp, handgun rarely be used in Commando because it will instantly trigger alarm. Now in Shadow tactics, it will not trigger alarm, but it has very loud voice and limited ammo

    2.Good Story - I never expected the story but Shadow tactics did good job in this area, although it is little dark for my taste but I enjoy the conversation between comrades so far.

    3.Shadow mode - very intuitive mechanic, It allows you to order all of your characters beforehand then let them commit their actions at the same time. This allows us to perform very high tactical engaging that we would never be able to do in the old commando.

    4.Badge system adds a lot of replayabilities in this game.

    Cons
    1.Price is a little too high (40USD), since the graphic is not that great, I expected the price should be around 25-30 USD.

    2.Only 13 missions. I was hope for 15 to 20.

    In brief, from a fan of commando like myself, Shadow tactics earns 9/10, a very solid score. In term of gameplay, they did everything right. 20+ hours from start to finish, I cherish every moment. I will absolutely buy the sequel if they do. For those who never played this kind of game , there is a demo, you can try and see yourself. If you love challenging game and also strategy game, you don't want to miss this one. A remarkable gem indeed.    … Expand
  6. Markos-
    Nov 27, 2020
    9
    This is an EXCELLENT video game that very effectively copies the Commandos formula (the best game made in Spain ever!), adding enough tweaksThis is an EXCELLENT video game that very effectively copies the Commandos formula (the best game made in Spain ever!), adding enough tweaks and variations to make it really interesting and with its own identity. It requires patience, planning, accuracy, and some brains. Just like the original Commandos. It is REALLY well ported to PS4, I'm playing the last missions already, and it has been an incredibly smooth experience.
    The music is so beautiful and immersive. THe characters and story are pretty good in my opinion, and just the feel of having 'specialized units' just like in COmmandos, brings so many great memories too.
    A must play if you liked Commandos! (and even if you never played it, you should give this one a chance)    … Expand
  7. OwnKarater
    Nov 18, 2017
    8
    Good game, I was waiting for cool ninja game. I enjoy over all feel to it, variety of ways to accomplish missions and quick loads. DownsideGood game, I was waiting for cool ninja game. I enjoy over all feel to it, variety of ways to accomplish missions and quick loads. Downside was outdated graphics and it was little too hard haha :)… Expand
  8. Ben_ben
    Nov 2, 2021
    3
    Just lure kill hide wait repeat. Other features are not useful.
    The story is like a western image of Japanese samurai which is strange in    Just lure kill hide wait repeat. Other features are not useful.
    The story is like a western image of Japanese samurai which is strange in east culture.    … Expand

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