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Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun

Developed by Mimimi Games · Published by Daedalic Entertainment

IndieStrategy
StatusOut now ReleaseDec 6, 2016 Price$3.99 Metacritic85/100 Steam reviews30,711

At a glance

PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
ModesSingle-player
Price$3.99
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Metacritic85/100
Steam reviews30,711
Languages13
Achievements44
DLC2

Overview

An indie, strategy game by Mimimi Games, published by Daedalic Entertainment — single-player.

Steam’s own one-line description: “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.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Features & modes

Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerNo
Co-opNo
Online co-opNo
PvPNo
Cross-platform multiplayerNo
Full controller supportYes
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesYes
Steam AchievementsYes

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

Minimum

  • 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

Recommended

  • OS *: Windows 7 64-bit or higher, Windows 8, Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel i3 4th-Generation 3.5GHz, AMD Quad-Core 3.9GHz
  • Memory: 6 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GTX 570, AMD Radeon HD 6950, 2GB Vram
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 13 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c Compatible Sound Card with Latest Drivers
  • Additional Notes: Installing the game on an SSD improves loading times.

Supported languages (13)

EnglishFrenchGermanSpanish - SpainJapanesePolishRussianKoreanSimplified ChinesePortuguese - BrazilItalianTraditional ChineseTurkish

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun FAQ

Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.

What kind of game is Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun?

Steam classifies Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun as a Indie, Strategy game, developed by Mimimi Games. 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.

How much does Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun at $3.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.

Is Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun for Windows, macOS, Linux. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Dec 6, 2016.

What platforms is Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun on?

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is listed for Windows, macOS, Linux on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player.

How much does Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun cost?

Steam lists it at $3.99.

Does Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 44 achievements for Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun.

What is Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun's Metacritic score?

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun has a Metacritic score of 85/100, per the Steam store listing.

Who made Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun?

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

Where to get Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun

We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.

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