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Assassin's Creed Shadows: A Duel Between Stealth and Power in Feudal Japan

Set in feudal Japan, Assassin's Creed Shadows features Naoe, a stealthy shinobi, and Yasuke, a powerful samurai, offering unique gameplay experiences.

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  1. 'Assassin's Creed Shadows' Is a Ninja Nerd's Dream Come True

    Assassin’s Creed Shadows finds a middle ground between both and comes out of the attempt with relative success.

    'Assassin's Creed Shadows' Is a Ninja Nerd's Dream Come True

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  2. Assassin's Creed Shadows Review

    Ubisoft has found what could be the new formula for the franchise, and it will hopefully retool this formula to keep future titles fresh for players.

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  3. Assassin’s Creed: Shadows – a historic frolic through feudal Japan

    Few other games have done such a good job with this setting, as you run through lush bamboo forests before scaling ancient castle walls and sneaking inside to steal treasures.

    Assassin’s Creed: Shadows – a historic frolic through feudal Japan

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Updated: Mar 18th, 2025, 6:11 PM ET

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Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows combines history and fiction, featuring dual protagonists set against the backdrop of feudal Japan. Players can switch between Naoe, a stealthy shinobi, and Yasuke, an action-heavy samurai, each offering distinct gameplay styles. The game balances historically inspired missions with action-oriented mechanics while exploring themes of revenge and societal strife. However, repetitive quests and pacing issues detract from the overall experience. Launching on March 20, 2024, the game aims to appeal to long-time fans and newcomers alike by blending stealth and combat gameplay.

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