Assassin's Creed Shadows Brings Dual Protagonists and Enhanced Stealth to Feudal Japan

Ubisoft's upcoming game features distinct gameplay styles with a samurai and shinobi, alongside a richly detailed open world and refined mechanics.

Assassin's Creed Shadows introduces two playable protagonists, Yasuke, a combat-focused samurai, and Naoe, a stealth-oriented shinobi, offering distinct gameplay experiences.
The game is set in 16th-century Feudal Japan during the Sengoku period, with a focus on historical authenticity and dynamic seasonal changes impacting exploration and gameplay.
Ubisoft delayed the release twice, citing the need for additional polishing, including improvements to parkour mechanics and Japanese architecture integration for fluid traversal.
Players can explore an open world designed with reduced map icon clutter, encouraging natural discovery and immersive exploration of dense environments.
A revamped ally system allows players to recruit ninjas and spies, enhancing gameplay with unique abilities and supporting the narrative's themes of community and collaboration.