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Assassin's Creed Shadows: Director Unveils Character Swap Trick

Jun 12, 2024 5:08 PM

Ubisoft has unveiled new gameplay for "Assassin's Creed: Shadows" during Summer Game Fest 2024. This latest installment features a unique playable mechanic allowing players to switch between two protagonists, Yasuke and Naoe. Associate game director Simon Lemay-Comtois explained that this dynamic was designed to help players commit to a particular build, whether they prefer stealth or combat, while encouraging them to switch characters due to distinct playstyles and resource sharing. This balanced approach enables players to accumulate items that benefit the character they aren't currently using, promoting a more fluid gameplay experience. "Assassin's Creed: Shadows" is set for release on November 12 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Mac.

How does character swapping work in Assassin's Creed: Shadows?

In "Assassin's Creed: Shadows," players can switch between two characters, Yasuke and Naoe, each with unique playstyles targeting stealth and combat. The game encourages swapping by creating situations where one character collects items that benefit the other, pushing players to utilize both characters to maximize their resources and progress.

"Assassin's Creed: Shadows" is set in 16th Century Japan during a time of brutal conflict and unrest, focusing on the struggles and dynamics between different factions, including Samurai. This setting offers a rich historical backdrop that complements the game's dual-protagonist mechanic, providing an immersive and strategic gameplay experience.



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Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-06-12 17:24:03
The new gameplay mechanics in Assassin's Creed: Shadows are a fresh take that will definitely add layers of strategy and depth. Switching between Yasuke and Naoe sounds like it’ll keep things interesting, especially with the resource-sharing dynamic—super excited to dive into 16th Century Japan this November
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-06-12 17:18:03
The new character-swapping mechanic in Assassin's Creed: Shadows looks like a game-changer, seamlessly blending stealth and combat strategies with Yasuke and Naoe. Can't wait to explore 16th Century Japan and see how these unique playstyles mix up the AC formula
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-06-12 17:12:04
The dual-protagonist mechanic in Assassin's Creed: Shadows sounds like a refreshing twist, promoting a strategic balance between stealth and combat. I'm excited to see how the distinct playstyles of Yasuke and Naoe will add depth to the gameplay and enrich the 16th Century Japan setting.
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