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Deal | With 96% positive reviews, this tactical game set in feudal Japan is 90% off on Steam

An image showing two characters in Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun.
ⓘ Mimimi Games
An image showing two characters in Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun.
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a tactical game in which you must complete various missions with the help of different characters. But be careful, because strategy will be your best ally to defeat your enemies.

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a tactical stealth game published by Daedalic Entertainment on December 6, 2016. Developed by Mimimi Games, its story plunges you into feudal Japan during the Edo period, when a new shogun came to power and brought peace.

However, a mysterious warlord named Kage-sama is threatening the balance of the kingdom. Faced with this danger, you must lead a team of specialists and complete various missions, such as sabotage and espionage. 

There are five characters available, such as Hayato, an agile ninja and the team leader, Mugen, a samurai who can deliver powerful attacks, Aiko, a master of camouflage, Yuki, who can place various traps, and Takuma, a mysterious sniper. 

But be careful, because even though their abilities are powerful, you’ll need to analyze the situation and develop different strategies before each mission. As a result, there are many ways to achieve your objective, whether you're in a castle, a monastery, or a forest.

An image showing a city in Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun.
ⓘ Mimimi Games
An image showing a city in Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun.
An image showing several characters in Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun.
ⓘ Mimimi Games
An image showing several characters in Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun.

Since its release in 2016, players have left more than 38,260 reviews on Steam, and 96% of them are positive. This game is highly praised for its gameplay, graphics, and story. However, despite its many strengths, it does have a few flaws. Some players have reported bugs related to character movement, and the difficulty is also high.

Nevertheless, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is currently 90% off on Steam until June 16, 2026. As a result, it’s priced at $3.99 instead of $39.99, according to SteamDB. But if you want to try it first, a demo is also available.

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Alexis Stegmann, 2026-06-12 (Update: 2026-06-12)