Analysis of Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice, a very decent DLC

Daedalic Entertainmenthand in hand with Mimimi gamesbrings us the expansion of Shadow tacticsa title initially released at the end of 2021. This Standalone DLC (that is, we can acquire it without having to buy the original video game) real-time strategymainly puts us in the shoes of Aikoalready the protagonist before. Even though we will surround ourselves with our colleagues so that the experience is complete for these new 3 chapters (plus 3 others that function as interludes).

I played Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice in one Xbox Seriesrunning the corresponding version of Xbox Series X/S.

A story that delves into the past of Aiko and her teacher sensei

Aiko seems to have reached escape from your pastbut it is clear that for one reason or another, it always comes up. Like life itself, our goal will be to deal with mistakes, experiences or misfortunes suffered in the past. Therefore, our protagonist is forced to face reality and confront her teacher sensei. But on this trip, You will go through 6 levels (3 very big)you will not be alone. The protagonists of Shadow tactics to give you a helping hand on your journey.

This story develops in the chapters of the game, stopping the action at certain moments where interactions between our characters occur. Here, to start or after completing a series of main objectives, the map of the next area will open and We will understand what the intentions of our protagonists are.. We're not going to kid ourselves, this real-time strategy title It's not about telling an overly elaborate story.. It serves as a pretext for what its developers really sought to make shine, namely its playable section.

Gameplay that continues at the level of Shadow Tactics

If anything stood out Shadow Tactics Blades of the Shogunit is to have a quite neat but fun gameplay. This DLC has the same features as the original title so the experience doesn't feel more skewed. It's a more and better (not necessarily). Our protagonists have a series of skills that they can demonstrate in combat. For example, Hayato He has a katana to finish off enemies, but at the same time he is very agile and can use a hook to quickly climb onto the roofs of buildings. You can use a shuriken to take down rivals from a distance or throw stones to distract and redirect the enemy. the enemy's point of view to your convenience.

Mugenour samurai par excellence, is strong in close combat, but he is not the best when it comes to eliminating enemies in a stealthy way. SO, Our tactics for progressing through the levels must be defined by ourselves.. Depending on the companions we have in the chapter we can perform one action or another. Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice it's a complicated game (even at the lowest difficulty level), as is usually the case in these real-time strategy titles, so measuring our actions to the millimeter will be vital as we move up the level. For this, there is what we call shadow mode which allows us to entrust our team with several actions at the same time.

Level design continues to be commendable

Concerning the playable levels, these have the enough variety so that each game is different. Interacting with the environment is something truly satisfyingbeing able to climb buildings, hide in houses, use wells as a sort of “teleport” to another area of ​​the map. This will help us eliminate enemies more precisely, since many of them group together in large numbers and facing them directly is almost suicide.

Regarding AI day, This works correctlythey will look for us if they suspect or see a downed enemy (although here they will soon return to their usual routes, which seems unlikely). In any case, you will have to find the most appropriate way to kill them or distract them enough to go unnoticed. There are certain types of enemies which we will not be able to perform with certain characters, such as samurai. This also forces us to change paths with certain characters because we won't be able to face them.

Audiovisually, Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice meets

The artistic style of Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice perfectly illustrates the Japan of Period Or. We have the natural beauty, as well as the contrast of classic urbanizations, made up of small streets and occasional large spaces that function as a kind of square. Given his gaming style, he doesn't want us to be surprised by graphics that look outrageous, but yes, he does it artistically. The music accompanies the work at all times, being able to select the voice in English while he has Spanish subtitles.

Conclusion

Shadow Tactics: Aiko's Choice It's a big expansion in three chapters.. Which recovers the essence of the original title released at the end of 2021. We will be able to manage a cast of characters that each of them has their strengths or weaknesses, as well as unique gadgets. THE strategic action develops in real time so we must be skillful and rely on all the tools available on stage. In the end, this Standalone DLC He continues his journey and thus achieves a remarkable experience.

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