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About Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice
Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice returns players to early Edo‑period Japan in a standalone stealth‑strategy expansion. The narrative follows kunoichi Aiko as she confronts a former sensei and hunts the ghosts of her past, alongside familiar allies.
The game lets you command a team of five assassins through three main missions and three interludes, offering both lethal and non‑lethal approaches, three difficulty levels, and the signature “Shadow Mode” synchronization.
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Story and Setting
The expansion is set in Japan’s early Edo period, revisiting the world of Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun. Aiko, a kunoichi adept, must face her former sensei Lady Chiyo, who reappears to challenge her.
Three fully fledged main missions and three shorter interludes take place in hidden forest camps and lively Edo towns, providing new environments while preserving the series’ atmospheric backdrop.
- Observe how the environment’s layout influences enemy sightlines before committing to a route.
- Compare the atmosphere of forest camps versus town levels to decide where stealth or aggression fits best.
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Characters and Unique Skills
A team of five assassins is available: Aiko, a camouflage‑master disguised as a Geisha; Hayato, an agile ninja with sword and shuriken; Mugen, a mighty samurai capable of multi‑target attacks; Yuki, a thief who sets traps and decoys; and Takuma, a marksman with a sniper rifle and a pet companion Kuma.
Each character brings a distinct skill set, allowing players to craft varied tactics—whether planting traps, using long‑range shots, or clearing paths silently.
- Experiment with pairing Aiko’s camouflage with Takuma’s long‑range distraction for layered stealth.
- Use Yuki’s traps to force enemies into positions where Hayato can strike silently.
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Missions and Difficulty
Players tackle three main missions and three interlude missions, each presenting distinct enemy placements and objectives. The game offers three difficulty levels, letting newcomers and veterans alike adjust the challenge.
Missions are designed for careful planning; synchronizing actions in “Shadow Mode” can eliminate multiple foes at once, while non‑lethal options remain viable for players preferring a pacifist route.
- Start on a lower difficulty to familiarize yourself with enemy patterns before attempting higher challenges.
- Try both lethal and non‑lethal approaches in a single mission to discover which suits your playstyle.
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Core Gameplay Mechanics
The expansion retains the main game’s stealth‑strategy core: set traps, poison, distract, or avoid contact entirely. Players must carefully plan each move, utilizing each assassin’s unique abilities to outwit enemies.
“Shadow Mode” lets you execute synchronized attacks, while the option to select lethal or non‑lethal tactics provides flexibility in how missions are completed.
- Map out enemy patrol routes before placing traps to maximize their effectiveness.
- Use Shadow Mode for high‑value targets that are otherwise heavily guarded.
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Platform Support and Extras
Aiko's Choice is a standalone expansion; it does not require a copy of Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, though playing early main‑game missions is recommended for familiarity. The title runs on Windows and Linux, supports full controllers, and includes Steam features such as Achievements, Cloud saves, and Remote Play on TV.
Family Sharing and DualShock controller support are also listed, ensuring the game can be enjoyed across multiple accounts and with popular console controllers on PC.
- Enable Steam Cloud to keep your progress synced across devices.
- Try playing with a controller to experience the full controller support advertised.
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