Assassin's Creed Shadows Launches with Innovative Gameplay Modes

The new Canon and Immersive modes redefine narrative and historical authenticity in Ubisoft's 16th-century Japan setting.

Canon Mode introduces a fixed narrative aligned with Assassin's Creed lore, removing player-driven choices and requiring a new save to switch off.
Immersive Mode enhances historical authenticity by locking voiceover to Japanese and Portuguese, reflecting the cultural context of 16th-century Japan.
Players can toggle Immersive Mode on or off at any time, while Guided Exploration Mode offers flexibility between precise markers and open exploration.
The game features Yasuke, an African warrior brought to Japan by Portuguese Jesuits, as one of two protagonists, highlighting underrepresented historical figures.
Set during Oda Nobunaga's campaign to unify Japan, the game incorporates Portuguese exploration and Jesuit influence, deepening its historical narrative.