Overwhelmingly Negative(19%)
visual upgrades
Japanese voice acting
modernized UI
quality of life improvements
playable minor factions
graphical improvements
poor optimization
persistent bugs
AI issues
lighting criticism
The general sentiment towards Total War: SHOGUN 2 – Complete Edition is mixed to negative. Many players criticize the performance issues and persistent bugs from the original game that have not been addressed. While the visual upgrades and modern controls receive some positive comments, the overall execution feels lacking, especially given the price point. The limited-time discount for existing owners is frequently seen as a manipulative tactic. There is a feeling that the game is not the comprehensive remaster many were hoping for and that it falls short of expectations compared to other modern remasters. Nonetheless, some players still find value in the updates, enjoying the refreshed look and added support for higher resolutions.
Positive Points
The game includes visual upgrades, such as updated lighting, shadows, and textures.New Japanese voice acting and full localization for multiple languages have been introduced.The game's UI has been modernized with scaling options for higher resolutions like 4K, enhancing readability.The game includes minor quality of life improvements and some modernized controls.Negative Points
The game suffers from poor optimization, with many players experiencing low FPS even on high-end systems.Numerous bugs from the original game remain unresolved, and new issues have been introduced.The AI is criticized for being flawed, with units often not responding to commands or behaving erratically in battles.The game's lighting and color saturation are widely criticized, with reports of it being too bright or dark depending on settings.Mixed Points
The addition of 50 playable minor factions is appreciated but criticized for their lack of unique traits and mechanics.Graphical improvements are noted, but opinions on their effectiveness vary, with some saying it degrades the original aesthetic.Common Themes
There is significant disappointment regarding the game's performance and lack of meaningful updates compared to the original.The handling of the original game's delisting from Steam is a major point of contention.Many reviews express a sentiment that the release feels like a cash grab, with insufficient improvements to justify the price.Updated 10/14/2026, 12:01:22 AM UTC