KEY POINTS

  • "Shadow Tactics" is a tactical stealth game set in Japan's Edo period
  • The game is free on GOG's website for a limited time only
  • "Shadow Tactics" is considered the best stealth game of its time

For a limited time, gamers can claim Mimimi Games’ extraordinary stealth game “Shadow Tactics: Blades Of The Shogun” for free with absolutely no strings attached.

The game is currently being given away on GOG as one of the distribution platform’s regular giveaways. All interested users need to do is sign up for a GOG account or log in using their social media accounts and claim the game for free. It will be sent directly to their account’s games collection where it can be downloaded.

“Shadow Tactics: Blades Of The Shogun” is a hardcore tactical stealth game played from an isometric, top-down perspective. Players will take control of a team of unique specialists from Japan’s Edo era to maintain peace across the land.

Like other stealth games, players in “Shadow Tactics” will have to rely more on cunning instead of raw brawns. The game provides a plethora of tools to solve problems with, such as smoke bombs, disguises, grappling hooks and more. On the other hand, “Shadow Tactics” distinguishes itself from other stealth games by adopting a top-down perspective with the ability to control multiple characters at once.

Shadow Tactics typically features seemingly-impossible scenarios that players must navigate through
Shadow Tactics typically features seemingly-impossible scenarios that players must navigate through Mimimi Games

This game is perfect for fans of hardcore games. Encounters in “Shadow Tactics” are designed to be as intimidating as possible, with near-impossible challenges at every level that requires sharp wits and quick thinking. Penetrate the formidable castles of Feudal Japan in beautifully-crafted environments that are tailor-made for the game’s unique design.

To overcome the obstacles, players need to control five different characters with unique toolsets. The ninja Hayato can swiftly clamber up rooftops and eliminate targets quietly with melee and ranged attacks. The samurai Mugen is great for eliminating multiple enemies at once. Meanwhile, the geisha Aiko and the street urchin Yuki can steal the attention of the enemy with traps, decoys and disguises. Lastly, the mysterious Takuma can dispatch targets using a variety of tools like knockout gas and gunpowder-based weapons.

“Shadow Tactics: Blades Of The Shogun” is a must-have for stealth game fans and even more so for those who are interested in Japan’s Edo period. Make sure to claim this free title at GOG before the website's offer expires.