Underplayed Gems

Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice (2021)

Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice cover
Developer
Mimimi Games
Publisher
Daedalic Entertainment
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.7 of 5, 4,805 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 8.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

Crawling through shadows and using careful timing to outsmart enemies in a beautiful, unforgiving Edo-era Japan.

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What players say

Players call it a short standalone expansion that reuses the base game's mechanics and adds only a few missions, so it is best for fans who want more Shadow Tactics. Some are disappointed by the lack of branching endings and by its pricing.

Screenshots

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