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Lead a Japanese clan through turn-based rule and real-time land and sea battles as you fight to unify 16th-century Japan.
Released 15 Mar 2011
Unify Feudal Japan
Command Samurai Armies
Fight Naval Battles
Total War: SHOGUN 2 is the perfect mix of real-time and turn-based strategy gaming for newcomers and veterans alike.
Developed by CREATIVE ASSEMBLY, Feral Interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) · Published by SEGA, Feral Interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux)
In 16th-century Japan, take the role of a daimyo leading a clan in a struggle for supremacy. Your goal is to unite the country and claim the title of shogun.
On a turn-based campaign map, develop provinces, build wealth, raise armies, and use diplomacy to manage relations with rival clans. Spies and assassins can help you respond to changing threats.
Command armies and fleets in real-time land and sea battles, using unit placement and battlefield tactics to pursue victory. Generals and agents gain skills and experience, while expansion brings new strategic pressures, including Realm Divide, which can turn other clans against you.
Players who praise the game often point to its tactical real-time battles, atmospheric depiction of feudal Japan, and focused campaign strategy, with several describing it as engaging across repeated campaigns. Some also value the distinctive roles of its units and the challenge of the late game. Many sampled reviews instead focus on concerns about the new edition, pricing, and the future of the modding ecosystem; other criticisms mention limited faction variety, demanding campaign difficulty, and compatibility or interface issues.
| Steam Deck | Playable |
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| Achievements | 106 |
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| Controller required | No |
| Demo | View demo on Steam |
| DLC / extras | 8 listed on Steam |
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| Metacritic | 90/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |
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