Wrestler Will Ospreay recently made a grand entrance at Wrestle Kingdom 18, channeling the look of Jacob Frye from Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Syndicate. Ospreay, known for his aerial maneuvers and the moniker "The Aerial Assassin," expressed gratitude to Ubisoft and Assassin's Creed for helping him fulfill a lifelong dream with this special cosplay. At the event held in Tokyo Dome, he competed for the IWGP Global Heavyweight Championship while wearing a top hat, leather coat, and a gauntlet with a blade—emulating the iconic Assassin's Creed attire.

This melding of video game culture with professional wrestling underscores the growing trend of wrestlers embracing gaming personas, with notable names like Kenny Omega referencing popular video game characters in their performances. Assassin's Creed Syndicate, the focus of Ospreay's costume, is a renowned title in the Assassin's Creed franchise that propels players into a Victorian-era London, featuring twin assassins Jacob and Evie Frye. Released in 2015, this installment is celebrated for its engaging story and immersive world.

How has the Assassin's Creed series influenced popular culture?

The Assassin's Creed series has significantly impacted popular culture, with its historical settings, iconic hooded attire, and the concept of the 'Leap of Faith' becoming recognizable across various media forms. The series' narrative and aesthetic have found their way into films, books, comics, and, as seen with Will Ospreay's Wrestle Kingdom entrance, professional wrestling. Its reach extends beyond gaming, influencing fashion, entertainment, and sparking discussions about historical fiction in video games.

Background Information: Assassin's Creed Syndicate is an action-adventure video game developed by Ubisoft Quebec and released by Ubisoft in 2015. It is the ninth major installment in the Assassin's Creed series and is set in Victorian-era London. Players control twin assassins Jacob and Evie Frye as they navigate the underworld of London to fight against the established order controlled by the Templars. The game is known for its detailed world-building, narrative depth, and introduction of innovative gameplay mechanics such as a grappling hook for easier traversal of the cityscape.