Why Players Can Ignore One Assassin's Creed Shadows Protagonist

Ubisoft has announced that players of Assassin's Creed Shadows can focus on one of the two protagonists, Naoe or Yasuke, without missing significant game content. Creative director Jonathan Dumont emphasized that the game adapts to the player's choice, allowing for individual play styles. Naoe favors stealth akin to previous titles, while Yasuke offers a more aggressive combat approach. Dumont reassured fans that the main gameplay experience remains intact, even for those who prefer playing as just one character, amid a backdrop of recent controversies surrounding the game's development.

Yes, you can choose to focus on either Naoe or Yasuke without missing major content, as the game is designed to adapt to your character choice.

Assassin's Creed Shadows is set to release on March 20, 2025, and marks a significant entry in the beloved franchise, focusing on a setting in Japan. This installment is particularly crucial for Ubisoft, given the mixed reception of recent titles, drawing attention to its portrayal of historical elements and the need for a successful launch to regain fan trust.