Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun
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1080p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 880 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 856 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 995 fps | 809 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 907 fps | 737 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 820 fps | 666 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 999 fps | 878 fps | 702 fps | 571 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 796 fps | 637 fps | 509 fps | 414 fps |
1440p performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 999 fps | 999 fps | 999 fps | 874 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 922 fps | 749 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 999 fps | 999 fps | 812 fps | 660 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 999 fps | 988 fps | 790 fps | 642 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 999 fps | 933 fps | 746 fps | 606 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 999 fps | 851 fps | 680 fps | 553 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 960 fps | 768 fps | 615 fps | 499 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 823 fps | 659 fps | 527 fps | 428 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 597 fps | 477 fps | 382 fps | 310 fps |
4K performance
| GPU | low | medium | high | ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 983 fps | 799 fps |
| RTX 4090 | 999 fps | 999 fps | 913 fps | 742 fps |
| RX 7900 XTX | 999 fps | 999 fps | 820 fps | 666 fps |
| RTX 5080 | 999 fps | 966 fps | 773 fps | 628 fps |
| RTX 4080 Super | 999 fps | 907 fps | 726 fps | 590 fps |
| RTX 4070 Ti | 896 fps | 717 fps | 574 fps | 466 fps |
| RTX 4070 | 768 fps | 615 fps | 492 fps | 400 fps |
| RX 7800 XT | 677 fps | 541 fps | 433 fps | 352 fps |
| RTX 3080 | 659 fps | 527 fps | 421 fps | 342 fps |
| RTX 4060 Ti | 622 fps | 498 fps | 398 fps | 323 fps |
| RTX 3070 | 567 fps | 454 fps | 363 fps | 295 fps |
| RTX 4060 | 512 fps | 410 fps | 328 fps | 266 fps |
| RTX 3060 | 439 fps | 351 fps | 281 fps | 228 fps |
| GTX 1660 Super | 318 fps | 255 fps | 204 fps | 166 fps |
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About
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a 2016 indie strategy game that blends stealth and tactical gameplay in a feudal Japanese setting. Players command a team of assassins, carefully positioning them to avoid enemy detection, plan synchronized attacks, and eliminate targets without leaving a trace. The game's emphasis on vertical level design and real-time execution of pre-planned actions sets it apart from traditional strategy titles.
This is an excellent benchmark choice for budget gaming setups. The game requires only an entry-level GPU with a score around 1700 to meet minimum specifications, making it accessible even on older or integrated graphics. You can expect smooth FPS performance on modest hardware configurations, though higher framerates benefit from mid-range GPUs. With just 4 GB RAM required, Shadow Tactics runs efficiently across a wide range of PC builds without demanding cutting-edge graphics settings.
If you enjoy puzzle-like stealth games and tactical planning, Shadow Tactics is worth your time. Its 83/100 rating reflects solid design and engaging gameplay that rewards careful strategy over reflexes, making it engaging for players who prefer methodical approaches.
Performance profile
Released in December 2016, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun sits in the DirectX 11 generation. Comfortable on any modern mid-range GPU at 1440p; even an RTX 3050 or RX 6600 typically delivers 4K60 at High settings.
As a strategy title, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is typically CPU-bound rather than GPU-bound — single-thread CPU performance dictates framerate during large-scale battles, end-game saves and late-game AI turns. A fast modern 6-core will help more than a GPU upgrade.
Extremely light — Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun runs at 60 FPS 1080p on any integrated GPU (Intel Iris Xe, AMD Radeon Graphics) or a decade-old discrete card like the GTX 1050. A current-gen RTX 4060 pushes 4K Ultra without effort.
Storyline
In the year 1615 in Japan, a new Shogun seizes power over Japan and enforces nationwide peace. In his battle against conspiracy and rebellion, he recruits five specialists in assassination, sabotage and espionage. The team must fight against the mysterious Kage-sama, who plans to overthrow the Shogun. They infiltrate castles, gather information through espionage, fight rebellions and ruthlessly eliminate Kage-sama’s allies. The group is comprised of very different personalities; working together as a team seems impossible at first. Yet over the course of many missions, trust is won and friendships are made. The characters develop their own dynamic and each member will face some kind of personal drama.
