Feudal Japan stealth and combat dual-protagonist tale.
Pros: Dual playstyles, stunning visuals, rich history, co-op elements.
Cons: Controversy overload, repetitive missions, launch issues, forced inclusions.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows, hitting in 2025 from Ubisoft, explores samurai and shinobi in Japan. Dissecting it before scoops and Woke Meter.
Dual stories of Yasuke and Naoe amid unification wars. Intrigue and history blend. 40-50 hours. Decent but debated plot, 7 out of 10.
Switch between brute force and stealth. Parkour, gadgets. Fun but familiar formula. Gameplay: 7 out of 10.
Beautiful Japan recreations, dynamic weather. Immersive sounds. Solid tech. Graphics and audio: 8 out of 10.
Shadows ignited massive woke controversy with Yasuke as Black samurai, labeled DEI forced diversity. Backlash on historical accuracy and pandering led to delays. Elon Musk called it art-killing. Woke Meter: 90%—intense progressive focus.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows brings fresh Japan setting with mixed execution. Debates and familiarity hurt, but potential shines. Series vets, consider. NoobScoops, watch the meter. 7/10 Scoops – A sake-infused ice with shadowy twists.