Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun

 Xbox One
User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 43 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 43
  3. Negative: 5 out of 43
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  1. Broyax
    Jun 20, 2019
    1
    Un genre que l'on croyait disparu, le jeu à la "Commandos" à savoir de la stratégie en temps réel mais en infiltration avec une poignée de personnages dédiés... On délaisse donc ici la Seconde Guerre Mondiale pour le Japon féodal mais à part ça, c'est kif-kif bourricot mon coco !

    C'est-à-dire que ce qui paraît intéressant, devient vite d'une lourdeur incommensurable et qu'on progresse    Un genre que l'on croyait disparu, le jeu à la "Commandos" à savoir de la stratégie en temps réel mais en infiltration avec une poignée de personnages dédiés... On délaisse donc ici la Seconde Guerre Mondiale pour le Japon féodal mais à part ça, c'est kif-kif bourricot mon coco !

    C'est-à-dire que ce qui paraît intéressant, devient vite d'une lourdeur incommensurable et qu'on progresse comme une limace, pas à pas, de sauvegarde rapide en chargement rapide jusqu'à trouver "l'ouverture" parmi ces niveaux aussi casse-couilles que les "Commandos" de jadis. Car se faire repérer, c'est se retrouver dans un jeu encore plus merdique qu'il ne l'est déjà... par "temps calme".

    Heureusement, ça charge très rapidement et même les graphismes (pour le moteur Unity) sont à peu près acceptables ; l'interface est dans l'ensemble assez bien pensée mais des problèmes de caméra demeurent, car dans l'action un angle adéquat devient inadéquat... le temps de rectifier, on est repéré... ou mort. On ne peut pas avoir tous les cônes de vue de tous les ennemis en même temps, ce qui s'avère très handicapant.

    En vérité, le problème de ce type de jeu est justement le temps réel et la "planification" est limitée à une action par personnage, pas plus ! Un tour par tour aurait été infiniment plus adapté parce que là en l'état, on se fait plus chier qu'autre chose. Un jeu à revoir et repenser entièrement donc, afin de le rendre vraiment jouable et agréable.    … Expand
  2. jeffbizloc
    Apr 18, 2018
    10
    Perfect stealth game. I ran through all 13 missions and got a good 30 hours out of it as the last missions took hours each.

    Pros: - Fast loads are essential - Actually enjoyed the story thoughout - Good variety of techniques need to solve missions - Each character had a lot of variety - Excellent challenge Cons: - I wasn't aware of all the optional objectives before the    Perfect stealth game. I ran through all 13 missions and got a good 30 hours out of it as the last missions took hours each.

    Pros:
    - Fast loads are essential
    - Actually enjoyed the story thoughout
    - Good variety of techniques need to solve missions
    - Each character had a lot of variety
    - Excellent challenge

    Cons:
    - I wasn't aware of all the optional objectives before the missions, woulda been nice
    - Only a couple missions with all 5 on the team    … Expand
  3. Silentb0b
    Oct 4, 2018
    10
    A perfect game that heavily leans on old RTS gems such as Desperados or Commandos 2.
    It's fairly challenging and requires a lot of patience, quick-saving and elaborate thinking but nothing beats the awesome feeling when a plan or tactic you worked out and tried a few times finally succeeds.
    The characters are well written and the voice acting is genuinely enjoyable. The levels are    A perfect game that heavily leans on old RTS gems such as Desperados or Commandos 2.
    It's fairly challenging and requires a lot of patience, quick-saving and elaborate thinking but nothing beats the awesome feeling when a plan or tactic you worked out and tried a few times finally succeeds.

    The characters are well written and the voice acting is genuinely enjoyable. The levels are beautiful and different, ranging from busy villages to lush forests and icy mountain passes. I really dig the level desing.

    I have to say that I was a bit worried about this game as an XONE port but they did a really good job. Using a controller feels intuitive and I never struggled or missed anything.

    If you loved these kind of games in the late 90s/early 2000s then this is for you.    … Expand
  4. tobivv
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    Great stealth puzzle game. Each character is unique, which makes approaching each mission with different sets of heroes a fresh challange
  5. Kaede393
    May 3, 2020
    9
    Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun brings back an old game style refreshing its gameplay and very well worked graphics in a feudal Japan. Very charismatic characters and light story, but also fun, bring life to meticulous planning missions, where you will have to go step by step to solve its challenges and accomplish its objectives. The game is not easy, only for people who like hardShadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun brings back an old game style refreshing its gameplay and very well worked graphics in a feudal Japan. Very charismatic characters and light story, but also fun, bring life to meticulous planning missions, where you will have to go step by step to solve its challenges and accomplish its objectives. The game is not easy, only for people who like hard challenges, not recommended for whiny players… Expand
  6. ewenr
    Jun 29, 2020
    8
    Enjoyable and frustrating all at the same time. Played this game on Game Pass just before it was scheduled to be removed so I rushed it somewhat and I think I would honestly have enjoyed it more if I had taken a little more time on it. Every level has you scratching your head trying to plan your moves and use the squad's abilities in the most useful way to get you through the level.Enjoyable and frustrating all at the same time. Played this game on Game Pass just before it was scheduled to be removed so I rushed it somewhat and I think I would honestly have enjoyed it more if I had taken a little more time on it. Every level has you scratching your head trying to plan your moves and use the squad's abilities in the most useful way to get you through the level. Characters are great and I really felt it when I lost one of them part way through the story. I'll probably never play this game again, but I am pleased I got the chance to complete it.… Expand
  7. Rodionglu
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    I enjoy playing this game. Enjoy the story and gameplay. I would recommend getting this.

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Oct 21, 2017
    90
    This exceptional tactical stealth game gives new life to what was a tiring genre. [Nov 2017, p.80]
  2. TheXboxHub
    Aug 21, 2017
    80
    Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun brings a particularly brutal challenge, but at no point does it ever feel unfair.
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  3. SomosXbox
    Aug 14, 2017
    87
    Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a demanding and fun title with an excellent setting.
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