Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun vs Timelie
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun wins 9 of 13 head-to-head metrics. Timelie is $1.29 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun | Timelie |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 73 | 68 |
| Quality | 92 | 88 |
| Value | 73 | 80 |
| Popularity | 36 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $2.32 | $1.03 |
| Steam Review Score | 96% positive | 95.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 116 | 1 |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun | Timelie |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 6, 2016 | May 20, 2020 |
| Developers | Mimimi Games | Urnique Studio |
| Publishers | Daedalic Entertainment | Urnique Studio |
| Platforms | Linux, Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 64-bit or higher, Windows 8, Windows 10 | Windows 10 64-bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i3 4th-Generation 3.5GHz, AMD Quad-Core 3.9GHz | Intel Core i5-6600 / AMD Ryzen 3 |
| Memory (minimum) | 6 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GTX 570, AMD Radeon HD 6950, 2GB Vram | Nvidia GTX 1050Ti / AMD Radeon RX 570 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 13 GB available space | 2 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun or Timelie?
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun won the comparison against Timelie 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 Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun worth buying over Timelie?
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. Timelie currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:07 PM UTC