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Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun coming to Nintendo Switch 2

The genre-defining modern stealth strategy classic, now at its best on Nintendo Switch 2

One of the most acclaimed stealth strategy games of the last decade is preparing for a return in its most refined console form yet. Revealed during the latest Nintendo Direct, arrives on on March 18, 2026, bringing both the full original game and the celebrated standalone expansion Aiko’s Choice to Nintendo’s next-generation hardware.

This release goes far beyond a simple re-release. Fully optimized for Nintendo Switch 2, Shadow Tactics features smoother performance, refined controls, and native mouse support, making it the most precise and responsive console version of the game to date.

A stealth strategy benchmark, refined

Set in Japan’s Edo period, Shadow Tactics blends historical atmosphere with tightly designed tactical gameplay. Players command a team of five distinct operatives, each with unique skills that must be combined carefully to infiltrate enemy territory, manipulate patrol routes, and execute perfectly timed eliminations. Success is earned through patience, planning, and experimentation—one mistake can unravel even the most elegant strategy.

The Nintendo Switch 2 version enhances this experience with improved stability and faster load times, while maintaining the intricate level design and freedom of approach that made the original a genre standout. Whether docked or handheld, every mission feels sharper and more deliberate than ever.

Aiko’s Choice completes the experience

Included with the release is Aiko’s Choice, the standalone expansion that pushes the stealth systems even further. Centered around the kunoichi Aiko, the expansion introduces challenging new missions, refined mechanics, and clever scenarios that reward expert-level play. It’s widely regarded as one of the strongest expansions in the stealth tactics genre and serves as a perfect complement to the main campaign.

The Mimimi Games legacy

Developed by , Shadow Tactics helped revive and modernize a once-dormant genre inspired by classics like Commandos. The studio’s reputation for thoughtful design, player-driven problem solving, and uncompromising stealth gameplay is on full display here, making this Switch 2 edition a fitting showcase of their work.

Release date, editions, and pre-orders

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun launches on March 18, 2026, with pre-orders available now and a 10% pre-order discount currently live.

Available editions include:

  • Base Game – €39.99 / $39.99
  • Aiko’s Choice – €19.99 / $19.99
  • Ultimate Edition – €53.99 / $53.99

For fans of tactical stealth—or players looking to experience one of the genre’s defining titles for the first time—this Nintendo Switch 2 release represents the definitive way to step into the shadows once again.

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