Noting the fan base's division on branching choices, creative director Jonathan Dumont says Canon Mode offers a "choice-free experience."
Ubisoft's Jonathan Dumont also said that impactful choices exist but play "less of a branching role" narratively than in Odyssey.
Ubisoft offers details on the upcoming open world action RPG's combat ahead of its launch for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC in February.
Ubisoft sheds light on Shadows' combat, and the similarities and differences players can expect across the two protagonists' play 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.
Much of the physical and digital content remains the same, though some design elements for the Collector's Edition have changed.
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.
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.
“Our intention has never been to present any of our Assassin’s Creed games as factual representations of history or historical characters."
Furthermore, one character will pick up gear the other can use, allowing both to "kind of progress together" throughout.
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 Toronto is teasing a potential reveal for an eagerly awaited feature in the next Assassin's Creed, which launches on November 15th.
Though exact numbers aren't available, "No one in the know is disappointed with them," reports Insider Gaming's Tom Henderson.
