Game Overview:
Assassin’s Creed Shadows is an open world action RPG developed and published by Ubisoft.
Set in late Sengoku era Japan, it features two playable protagonists in the form of a shinobi and a samurai, both having their own unique gameplay styles.
From growing increasingly cautious after you re-enter stealth to even being able to deny assassinations, enemies in the game will be able to counter your stealth tactics in several ways.
When playing as Naoe, players will also have access to moves such as going prone, using shadows to create dynamic hiding spots, and more.
"By drawing meaningful contrast between past and present, we aim to restore the balance that was once the hallmark of the franchise," says franchise director Marc-Alexis Coté.
"Assassin's Creed Shadows represents our opportunity to change that narrative, not just for Assassin's Creed, but I think for Ubisoft as a whole," says Marc-Alexis Coté.
The added development time afforded to the upcoming open world action RPG will cost an additional $21.7 million, Ubisoft has said.
Much of the physical and digital content remains the same, though some design elements for the Collector's Edition have changed.
A co-op mode has been in development for the upcoming action RPG for a while, and is going to arrive after the game's launch, it's been claimed.
Following underwhelming sales for Star Wars Outlaws, the developer's next blockbuster has been delayed, though other factors may be at play.
Ubisoft's Yves Guillemot addresses whether Sucker Punch's sequel launching in the same year could affect sales of Shadows.
The game's first post-launch expansion will also be available for free to everyone who pre-orders the base experience, it's been confirmed.
"While the game is feature complete, the learnings from the Star Wars Outlaws release led us to provide additional time to further polish the title," Ubisoft says.
Shortly after Ubisoft announcing the cancellation of its TGS plans, it's now being claimed that the game's planned press previews have also been cancelled.
Ubisoft Japan will not participate in the TGS 2024 broadcast on September 26th, though it's still an exhibitor for the trade fair.
The most significant impact of changing seasons in the open-world title will apparently be slightly different animations.
Ubisoft offers another look at Assassin's Creed Shadows' 16th century Japan setting ahead of the open world title's November release.
Each character has different speeds and HP, and the developer outlines how specific situations may suit one playstyle over the other.
A new gameplay clip showcases what Assassin's Creed Shadows' updated parkour will look like in action when playing as Naoe.
"It was important for us to have things like light and shadows, which is very performance hungry. And things like dynamic weathers," says lead producer Karl Onnée.
“Our intention has never been to present any of our Assassin’s Creed games as factual representations of history or historical characters."
The open world action RPG will take players to 16th century Japan when it launches this November for PC and consoles.
Furthermore, one character will pick up gear the other can use, allowing both to "kind of progress together" throughout.
Here's everything that we've learned about Ubisoft's upcoming open world behemoth.
Associate game director Simon Lemay-Comtois reiterates that Assassin's Creed Shadows' map will be roughly similar in size to that of Assassin's Creed Origins.
The £239.99 physical edition includes the Ultimate Edition, a SteelBook case, a 40 cm statue with both protagonists and much more.The £239.99 physical edition includes the Ultimate Edition, a SteelB...
Take on a corrupt samurai as Yasuke, then sneak into a daimyo's castle and assassinate him with Naoe in the upcoming action adventure.
Ubisoft Quebec's upcoming open-world title will receive a 13-minute gameplay walkthrough at Ubisoft Forward on June 10th.
Ubisoft will be showcasing several of its upcoming titles, including the likes of Assassin's Creed Shadows, Star Wars Outlaws, and more.
Assassin's Creed is finally going to Japan, but with Ghost of Tsushima having already done that so well, it'll have a lot to live up to.
Ubisoft Toronto is teasing a potential reveal for an eagerly awaited feature in the next Assassin's Creed, which launches on November 15th.
We're hoping Assassin's Creed's big Japan outing will outdo its predecessors in some key ways.
Though exact numbers aren't available, "No one in the know is disappointed with them," reports Insider Gaming's Tom Henderson.
Here's everything you need to know about the next Assassin's Creed, which launches on November 15th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC.
Ubisoft will also provide updates on Rainbow Six Mobile, The Division Resurgence and XDefiant at its June 10th showcase.
While Ubisoft Quebec's open-world title is playable offline, installing it for the first time requires an internet collection.
The open-world action RPG has perhaps the highest number of support studios for a Ubisoft title in the publisher's history.
Ubisoft Quebec talks about some of the effects used in the latest cinematic trailer and how differently each character plays.
UPDATE: Ubisoft has confirmed that an internet connection will only be required to install the game, not to play it.
Seasons change throughout the campaign, creating (and removing) opportunities to sneak around in late Sengoku era Japan.
Naoe can use shadows to render herself invisible, destroy lamps and other light sources, and knock out enemies non-lethally.
Though it's around the "same size as Origins," Ubisoft wanted to have a "much closer to real-life scale ratio" with Shadows.
Players can also switch between Naoe and Yasuke, who each have unique skills, gear and progression, and recruit other allies.
Gold and Ultimate Edition owners get three days of early access, while the Season Pass offers access to two expansions and a bonus quest.
Players control Naoe, a shinobi, and Yasuke, a samurai, who cooperate as "shadows that serve the light" in late Sengoku era Japan.
As rumored since last year, Ubisoft's open-world action RPG features two protagonists - a male samurai and female shinobi.
Premium currency allegedly includes Helix, also reportedly used to purchase cosmetics in the upcoming Assassin's Creed Infinity.
Insider shinobi602 also refutes recent Ubisoft Store data that indicated a PS4 version alongside a release on current-gen platforms.
Announced in September 2022, Ubisoft's next mainline Assassin's Creed title is getting a new cinematic trailer later this week.
Hands-on impressions from press and content creators for the next Assassin's Creed title will reportedly go live on June 12th.
The game will also feature gorier combat than past instalments in the series, a new report has claimed.
Ubisoft will reveal the full extent of its fiscal year 2025 line-up in May, including titles like The Division Resurgence and Rainbow Six Mobile.
A gameplay showcase for the open world title, which is set in feudal Japan, will allegedly be showcased in July, it's been claimed.
Modern-day sections in the upcoming Assassin's Creed game will be set between the years 2090-2099, it's been claimed.
Previous reports have also claimed the Japan-set open world action RPG is targeting a launch sometime in late 2024.
The game will allegedly also feature destructible environments, as well as stealth mechanics borrowed from the Splinter Cell series.
Allegedly, though the unannounced sequel's focus on Polynesian mythology was "promising", Ubisoft decided to focus instead on the next big Assassin's Creed release.
Ubisoft's Arisa Lagunzad said the company is "seeking sponsoring partner for this title Assassin's Creed Codename RED for next year."
The title is reportedly inspired by Splinter Cell and Hitman, including the ability to conceal bodies, extinguish lights and hide in tall grass.
The game will allegedly have a strong focus on stealth, and is reportedly "already in good shape" behind the scenes.
The Japan-set open world title is reportedly facing development issues, while Project HEXE allegedly moves closer to full production.
Ubisoft's Marc-Alexis Côté confirms that like most previous Assassin's Creed titles, the upcoming Codename RED will also be well-supported following launch.
Ubisoft says the game will represent a technical leap for the series, also bringing improvements in animations, visuals, and more.
Ubisoft also confirmed that Assassin's Creed Infinity is a hub that will connect all of the different experiences, including Red and Hexe.
According to journalist Jeff Grubb, one of the settings included in live service title Assassin's Creed Infinity will be the long-demanded Japan.
