Are you ready to travel back to the beautiful and deadly world of Edo period Japan? You’ll be doing that with Shadow Tactics: Aiko’s Choice on Xbox and PlayStation.
Daedalic Entertainment and Mimimi Games, the creators of the critically acclaimed Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, today throw the console release of Shadow Tactics: Aiko’s Choice.
This standalone expansion, previously available on PC, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, inviting players to delve into a new story filled with stealth, strategy, and samurai intrigue.
A Kunoichi’s Quest for Redemption
Aiko’s Choice focuses on Aiko, the skilled kunoichi (female ninja) from Blades of the Shogun, as she confronts the ghosts of her past.
When her former sensei, the cunning spymaster Lady Chiyo, resurfaces with a sinister plot, Aiko must gather her deadly companions and embark on a mission of vengeance and redemption.
A Masterclass in Tactical Stealth
Shadow Tactics: Aiko’s Choice is a true testament to the stealth strategy genre. Players will control a team of five unique assassins, each with their own specialised skills and abilities, as they infiltrate enemy strongholds, execute silent takedowns, and outwit their foes.
Features That Will Sharpen Your Skills
- Return to Edo Japan: Immerse yourself in the beautifully crafted world of Shadow Tactics, with its stunning environments and authentic depiction of Edo period Japan.
- Aiko’s Story: Experience a new storyline centered around Aiko, one of the most beloved characters from Blades of the Shogun.
- Five Deadly Assassins: Control a team of five skilled assassins, including Aiko, Hayato the ninja, Mugen the samurai, Yuki the thief, and Takuma the marksman.
- Tactical Stealth Gameplay: Plan your every move carefully, utilising the unique skills of each character to infiltrate enemy bases, set traps, and execute silent takedowns.
- Shadow Mode: Synchronise your team’s actions with the “Shadow Mode” feature, allowing you to execute coordinated attacks and devastating takedowns.
- Challenging Missions: Embark on three fully-fledged main missions and three shorter interlude missions, each with its own unique challenges and objectives.
- Multiple Difficulty Levels: Choose from three difficulty levels to tailor the experience to your skill level, whether you’re a newcomer to the series or a seasoned veteran.
A Standalone Experience
While Aiko’s Choice is an expansion to Blades of the Shogun, it can be enjoyed as a standalone experience.
However, for those who haven’t experienced the original game, it’s recommended to play at least the first few missions of Blades of the Shogun to familiarise yourself with the game’s mechanics and characters.
Editions and Pricing
- Shadow Tactics: Aiko’s Choice – Base Game: £16.24 / €19.99
- Shadow Tactics: Aiko’s Choice – Deluxe Edition: £19.99 / €24.99 (Includes the base game and the complete Shadow Tactics soundtrack)
- Shadow Tactics – Ultimate Bundle: £57.49 / €69.99 (Includes Aiko’s Choice, Blades of the Shogun, the artbook/strategy guide, and the soundtrack)
Aiko’s Choice is available now on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. Return to the world of Shadow Tactics, master the art of stealth, and experience a captivating new adventure in Edo period Japan!
Shadow Tactics: Aiko’s Choice Description
Set in Japan around the early Edo period, Aiko’s Choice is a stealth strategy game that takes place within the story of Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun. The expansion focuses on one of the main game’s protagonists: the kunoichi adept Aiko. She is a master of camouflage and distracts enemies disguised as a Geisha. Although Aiko was certain that she left her old life behind her, Aiko’s former sensei, the cunning spymaster Lady Chiyo, reappears from the shadows to challenge her. Together with her deadly companions she sets out to hunt down the ghosts of her past…
