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Is Shadowrun Returns worth it?

Developer: Harebrained Schemes

Verdict

Great value

Best current deal

$14.99

Steam

Cost / hour

$1.29

Based on best available price

Steam reviews

88%

13,665 total reviews

Quality-adjusted $/hr

$1.47

Cost/hr ÷ positive review ratio

Is Shadowrun Returns worth it?

Shadowrun Returns is great value at $14.99 from Steam. The estimate uses about 11.6 hours of playtime, giving a current cost of $1.29 per hour. Steam players are 88% positive across 13,665 reviews.

Summary

The unique cyberpunk-meets-fantasy world of Shadowrun has gained a huge cult following since its creation nearly 25 years ago. Now, creator Jordan Weisman returns to the world of Shadowrun, modernizing this classic game setting as a single player, turn-based tactical RPG.

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How long is Shadowrun Returns?

Main story

11.6 hours

Main + extras

14.4 hours

Completionist

17.8 hours

Price and value

Steam price

Current Steam price

$14.99

Best price source

Used for $1.29 per hour

Steam

Purchase timing

Should you buy Shadowrun Returns or wait?

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Price position

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Potential savings

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