Shogun is inspired by the Wallenstein (first edition) game system. The game takes place in the Sengoku period (approx 1467-1573) which ends with the inception of the well-known Tokugawa Shogunate.

This game is an international edition with language-independent components and five language-dependent rule booklets.

Japan during the Sengoku or “Warring States” Period: each player assumes the role of a great Daimyo with all his soldiers. Each Daimyo has the same 10 possible actions to develop their kingdom and secure points. To do so they must deploy his armies with great skill. Every round, the players decide which of the actions are to be played out and in which of their provinces. If combat ensues between opposing armies, the unique Cube Tower plays the leading role. The troops from both sides are thrown in together and the cubes that fall out at the bottom show immediately who has won . Owning provinces, temples, theaters, and castles means points when scores are counted. The Daimyo who has the highest number of points after the second tally becomes – SHOGUN!"