Assassin's Creed Shadows is an upcoming action role-playing game developed by Ubisoft Quebec and published by Ubisoft. Set in 16th-century Japan, during the final years of the Sengoku period, this installment in the Assassin's Creed series will allow players to experience the intertwined stories of two distinct protagonists: a shinobi named Naoe and a samurai warrior, Yasuke.
A Dual Narrative
The game offers a dual protagonist system, similar to Assassin's Creed Syndicate, where players can switch between Naoe and Yasuke. Each character brings a unique playstyle to the game:
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Naoe: A skilled kunoichi (female ninja), Naoe excels in stealth, agility, and utilizing traditional ninja tools and tactics.
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Yasuke: Based on the historical figure, Yasuke is a powerful samurai of African origin. His gameplay emphasizes combat prowess, strength, and strategic engagements.
This dual perspective allows players to approach missions with different strategies, utilizing stealth with Naoe or direct combat with Yasuke.
Setting and Story
Assassin's Creed Shadows immerses players in a dynamic open world that captures the beauty and conflict of feudal Japan. The game is set against the backdrop of the late Sengoku period, a time of intense civil war. Players will encounter key historical figures and events, navigating a world shaped by power struggles and political intrigue.
Gameplay Mechanics
Assassin's Creed Shadows builds upon the series' established gameplay while introducing new features:
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Evolving World: The game world changes with the seasons, impacting gameplay. For example, vegetation that provides cover in summer disappears in winter, and frozen surfaces create new traversal opportunities.
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Dynamic Lighting and Stealth: An enhanced Anvil engine introduces improved lighting and shadows, affecting enemy visibility and creating new stealth possibilities.
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Non-Linear Missions: Players have more freedom in how they approach objectives, choosing the order in which to eliminate targets.
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Spy Network: Players can establish and manage a network of spies to gather information and assist in missions.
Historical Context
The game is set during the Azuchi-Momoyama period and features real historical figures such as Oda Nobunaga. It delves into the conflicts between various factions, including the samurai, shinobi, and other powerful entities vying for control of Japan.
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OS: Windows 10/11
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Processor: Intel® Core™ i7 8700k/AMD Ryzen™ 5 3600
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Memory: 16 GB RAM
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Graphics: Nvidia® GeForce GTX™ 1070 8GB/AMD Radeon™ RX 5700 8GB/Intel® Arc™ A580 8GB (REBAR ON)
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DirectX: Version 12
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Storage: 115 GB available space
