SHADOW TACTICS: BLADES OF THE SHOGUN coming to Nintendo Switch 2
The genre-defining, modern stealth strategy classic, now in its best version on Nintendo Switch 2
One of the most acclaimed stealth strategy games of all time is striking again: Revealed during the latest Nintendo Direct edition, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun comes to Nintendo Switch 2 on March 18, 2026, bringing the full original game and the standalone expansion Aiko's Choice.
Fully optimized for Nintendo Switch 2 and featuring native mouse support, the modern stealth tactics hit from legendary German indie developer Mimimi Games returns as its definitive console edition – a sharp upgrade of the Edo-period stealth strategy benchmark inspired by genre pioneers like Commandos.
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on March 18, 2026, with pre-orders live now (Feb 5) including a 10% pre-order discount, available as the Base Game (€39.99 / $39.99), Aiko's Choice (€19.99 / $19.99), or the Ultimate Edition bundle (€53.99 / $53.99). Learn more and pre-order on the official Nintendo website here.
Stealth Strategy reborn on Nintendo Switch 2
Developed by Mimimi Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is widely regarded as one of the most influential stealth strategy games of its generation.
Its reputation is backed by a Metacritic score of 85 and a strong awards track record since its original release on PC, including top honors at the German Game Developer Awards (Best German Game, Best PC/Console Game, Best Game Design), plus multiple Editor's Choice awards internationally.
In addition, Shadow Tactics has built a long-lasting reputation with players worldwide: on Steam, it holds an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating of 96%, based on 30,000+ user reviews, underlining its status as a modern stealth strategy classic with exceptional long-term appeal.
On Nintendo Switch 2, it reaches a new peak:
- Best-in-class console version, featuring Switch 2 mouse-mode support for unmatched precision
- The Ultimate Edition includes the full 25+ hour main campaign and the Aiko's Choice add-on
- Optimized for Switch 2, with improved loading times and polished performance
- HD (1080p) gameplay at 30 FPS in handheld mode and 4K output at 30 FPS in TV mode
Experience the game that brought Commandos-style stealth strategy back to modern audiences
Set against the backdrop of Japan's Edo period, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a stealth strategy game that perfected the classic "Commandos-style" formula and brought it back to modern audiences.
You command a small team of deadly specialists, each with a distinct toolkit. From the agile ninja Hayato to the sniper Takuma, the trap-setting street kid Yuki, the samurai Mugen, and the master-of-disguise Aiko, each character brings unique skills that you must combine with wit and careful planning to complete each mission.
Beyond their abilities, every member of the team has their own background and personal stakes. Over the course of the campaign the group's relationships evolve, turning tense alliances into trust, and delivering a strong, character-driven story that's as memorable as the gameplay.
Every mission is a stunning, hand-crafted sandbox of patrol routes, sightlines, and timing: sneak through castles, monasteries, and forest camps, distract guards, set traps, poison targets, or avoid confrontation entirely.
But success isn't about reflexes: It's about planning, observation, and executing the perfect multi-character strategy play in the shadows.
Release Details
Release Date
- Release date: March 18, 2026
- Pre-orders start: February 5, 2026 (10% pre-order discount)
- Store link: Shadow Tactics - Nintendo Switch 2
Available SKUs
- Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun – €39.99 / $39.99
- Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice (standalone add-on) – €19.99 / $19.99
- Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun – Ultimate Edition – €53.99 / $53.99
Supported Languages
English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional), Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Chinese (simplified)
Age ratings
M / PEGI 16 / USK 16
About Daedalic Entertainment
Daedalic Entertainment is a renowned publisher that has supported indie developers for over 18 years, bringing their titles to every major gaming platform. The lineup of games includes a diverse variety of unique titles, focusing on four distinct areas: storytelling, strategy, co-op games, and wholesome games. With an international team of around 45 employees, Daedalic is currently working with various development studios to create a new lineup of innovative games across consoles and PCs to market. Recent hits include New Cycle, Barotrauma, Unrailed!, Bloodgrounds, Into the Emberlands, Deponia, Shadow Tactics, Inkulinati, Hidden Deep, Fling to the Finish!, and more. Please look out for upcoming games like Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown, The Occultist, Woodo, Barotrauma Home & Harbor Expansion and many more. Since April 2022, Daedalic Entertainment has been a subsidiary of the French publishing house, Nacon. For more, please visit: https://press.daedalic.com
About Mimimi Games
Mimimi Games is a German studio that developed games between 2008 and 2023, founded by Dominik Abé and Johannes Roth. Highlights include 2016's Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun and 2020's Desperados III, with the studio's final game being 2023's Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew. Their games have all achieved critical acclaim and stand as pinnacles of the stealth strategy genre. For more, please visit: https://mimimi.games
