Partisans 1941 vs Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun wins 10 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Partisans 1941 is $0.44 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Partisans 1941 | Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 60 | 73 |
| Quality | 68 | 92 |
| Value | 71 | 73 |
| Popularity | 31 | 36 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.88 | $2.32 |
| Steam Review Score | 82.4% positive | 96% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 41 | 116 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Partisans 1941
GAMIVO Cheapest Key marketplace$1.88−94%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplace$2.21−93%Buy 
Loaded Authorized reseller$3.89−87%Buy Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplace$2.32−94%Buy GAMIVO Key marketplace$2.45−94%Buy Loaded Authorized reseller$3.29−92%Buy Side by side over time
Partisans 1941Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun
Details and requirements
| Item | Partisans 1941 | Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | October 14, 2020 | December 6, 2016 |
| Developers | Alter Games | Mimimi Games |
| Publishers | Daedalic Entertainment | Daedalic Entertainment |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 64bit | Windows 7 64-bit or higher, Windows 8, Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X | Intel i3 4th-Generation 3.5GHz, AMD Quad-Core 3.9GHz |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce GTX 1060 6GB / Radeon RX 590 | Nvidia GTX 570, AMD Radeon HD 6950, 2GB Vram |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 10 GB available space | 13 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Partisans 1941 or Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun?
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun won the comparison against Partisans 1941 based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Partisans 1941 worth buying over Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun?
Based on the metrics, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:07 PM UTC