

But before the samurai engages, the stealthier Hayato may first want to eliminate a few stronger foes. For example, one may need to send Aiko out to jump around roofs or hide in plain sight, all in an effort to open up routes for Mugen to traverse. The maps include a huge amount of enemies and obstacles, divided into goals for each specific character. While players can also drag boxes to select multiple characters, this typically only allows them to run to specific locations and not interact with objects or combat enemies.Īiko’s Choice includes three big stealth missions that will likely each take one to two hours to clear. This often means quickly switching between the five heroes with the 1-5 keys and then proccing specific attacks or moves with letter keys. Last is Takuma, who can snipe from afar with his rifle but must conserve the limited ammo, and is almost immobile.Īiko's Choice is controlled by selecting characters and actions with the keyboard, and then clicking on a target via the mouse. In later missions, players will also unlock Yuki who can easily confuse and trap enemies, but attacks slowly. But if he is caught, Mugen is just too slow to run away he also can’t climb or swim. If one doesn’t want to stealth at all, Mugen the samurai has incredible defenses and can easily kill enemy samurai warriors. For a more deadly approach, Hayato can distract enemies, or instantly kill foes with his shuriken (though if it misses players will need to pick it back up).

If discovered, she still deals a good amount of swift damage, though it may be more strategic to retreat. The titular Aiko specializes in disguises to blend in as a normal civilian. Just like Shadow Tactics, Aiko’s Choice has five controllable party members. However, it still expects players to have knowledge of the base games. It serves as a standalone expansion to the original 2016 Shadow Tactics, but the plot of Aiko’s Choice chronologically takes place mid-way through. Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun - Aiko’s Choice is a tactical espionage game by Mimimi Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment.
