Assassin's Creed Shadows could be the big hit Ubisoft desperately needs after recent disappointments like Star Wars: Outlaws and XDefiant.
By Aniket Chakraborty
Mar 20, 2025
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The game runs well across PS5, Xbox Series X, and high-end PCs, with only minor visual quirks that rarely impact the immersive experience.
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Players can swap between two distinct protagonists: Naoe, a nimble shinobi with stealth abilities, and Yasuke, a powerful samurai warrior.
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The story begins with personal stakes for both heroes but expands to involve safeguarding Japan's future, weaving in broader Assassin's Creed lore.
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The game features a gorgeous 16th-century Japan setting with abundant foliage, carefully designed settlements, and dynamic weather systems.
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Despite a compelling narrative, flashback sequences and tutorial interruptions occasionally disrupt the flow of the main storyline.
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The skill progression system forces players to complete side activities before unlocking new abilities, which can feel frustrating despite having points to spend.
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Moments of serenity like meditation and tea ceremonies provide a thoughtful contrast to the game's abundant, brutal combat violence.
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The game is expected to take 40-60 hours to complete, though the reviewer preferred the tighter 20-hour approach of Assassin's Creed Mirage.
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Assassin's Creed Shadows launches March 20th across PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Mac, and Amazon Luna with future availability for iPad.