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New Assassin's Creed Unveiled as Shadows

May 13, 2024 6:48 PM

Ubisoft has unveiled the title of the upcoming entry in the popular Assassin's Creed franchise: Assassin's Creed Shadows. The game, which was previously referred to as Assassin's Creed: Codename Red, will be taking players to feudal Japan. A full reveal trailer is scheduled to premiere on May 15 at 6:00 PM. The sneak peek includes the game's logo, setting up anticipation among fans. Ubisoft Quebec, the development studio behind Assassin's Creed Odyssey, is spearheading the creation of Shadows. Assassin's Creed Shadows is anticipated to release later in the year, with the specific date likely to be announced along with the trailer. This will be the first major installment since Assassin's Creed Valhalla in 2020, whose place was briefly filled by the more modest Assassin's Creed Mirage.

When is Assassin's Creed Shadows set to release?

Assassin's Creed Shadows is expected to release late this year, although the exact release date should be confirmed on May 15 along with the reveal trailer.

Assassin's Creed is a historical action-adventure video game series developed by Ubisoft. It is known for its open-world exploration, parkour mechanics, stealth gameplay, and the blending of historical fiction with real-world historical events and figures. The series has explored various time periods and locations, including the Crusades in the Holy Land, Renaissance Italy, colonial America, the French Revolution, and more. With Assassin's Creed Shadows, players will for the first time delve into the world of feudal Japan, a setting long requested by fans. Ubisoft Quebec's involvement in the project has generated optimism, as they are known for their successful title Assassin's Creed Odyssey, which was praised for its expansive world and engaging content.



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Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-05-13 19:06:02
Assassin's Creed venturing into feudal Japan is a long-awaited treat for fans, and with Ubisoft Quebec at the helm, the hype is real. The reveal on May 15 is sure to set the stage for what could be a standout entry in the series.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-05-13 19:00:03
Assassin's Creed Shadows taking us to feudal Japan Ubisoft is really tapping into the fans' wishes with this one Can't wait for the full reveal on May 15 and to see how Ubisoft Quebec brings their Odyssey magic to this new setting.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-05-13 18:54:03
Assassin's Creed venturing into feudal Japan with Shadows This is going to be a game-changer for the series, and with the talented team at Ubisoft Quebec leading the way, it's got all the makings of an epic adventure. Can't wait to see the full reveal on May 15
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