Open-world action-adventure

Assassin's Creed Shadows

Developer

Ubisoft Quebec

Genre

Open-world action-adventure

Platforms

PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, macOS

Year

2025

About the game

An Assassin's Creed entry set in feudal Japan. You choose between two protagonists depending on the situation: Naoe, a stealthy shinobi, and Yasuke, a samurai who excels in head-on combat. A standout feature is how changing seasons alter the environment and stealth conditions. In a vast open world, you can freely enjoy assassination, exploration and combat.

Why we recommend it

The long-awaited Japan-set entry in the series, where you switch between a shinobi and a samurai to roam feudal Japan.

Good for — Great for: anyone who loves both stealth and swordplay and enjoys Japanese period dramas

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