Assassin's Creed Shadows

Previously known as Codename Red, Assassin's Creed Shadows is an upcoming game in Ubisoft's open-world franchise. Set in Feudal Japan, Shadows includes two playable characters, a ninja assassin specializing in stealth and a samurai who focuses on power.

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Released
March 20, 2025
ESRB
Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Language
Developer(s)
Ubisoft Quebec
Publisher(s)
Ubisoft
Engine
AnvilNext
Franchise
Assassin's Creed

Experience an epic historical action-adventure story set in feudal Japan! Become a lethal shinobi Assassin and a powerful legendary samurai as you explore a beautiful open world in a time of chaos. Switch seamlessly between two unlikely allies as you discover their common destiny. Master complementary playstyles, create your shinobi league, customize your hideout, and usher in a new era for Japan.

• Explore the captivating open world of feudal Japan, from spectacular castle towns and bustling ports to peaceful shrines and war-ravaged landscapes. Adventure through unpredictable weather, changing seasons, and reactive environments.
• Become Naoe, a shinobi Assassin, and Yasuke, a legendary samurai, as you experience their riveting stories and master their complementary playstyles. As Naoe, use stealth to avoid detection and agility to confound your enemies. As Yasuke, strike your foes with lethal precision and power. Unlock new skills, gear, and progression independently for each character.
• Make information your weapon as you explore the world, and build your own network of spies to be your eyes and ears across locations to hunt down your next target. Along the way, recruit new allies with unique abilities to help accomplish your missions.
• Create a fully customizable hideout for your growing shinobi league as you train your crew, craft new gear, interact with key characters, and choose your base’s layout, decorations, and accessories.

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Assassin's Creed Shadows - Collector's Edition Trailer

Get a closer look at all that's included in the Assassin's Creed Shadows: Collector's Edition

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Assassin's Creed Shadows - Extended Gameplay Walkthrough

Assassin's Creed Shadows finally brings this prolific historic series to Japan. Find out more in this extended walkthrough!

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Assassin's Creed Shadows Reveals First Look at Gameplay

Ubisoft reveals a first look at the gameplay of Assassin's Creed Shadows during the Xbox Games Showcase as the series heads to feudal Japan.

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Assassin's Creed Shadows: First Look Gameplay Trailer

The first look at Assassin's Creed: Shadows shows off impressive samurai combat in a stunning feudal Japanese setting.

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows Can Leverage Its Dual Protagonists To Create a Special Villain

If Ubisoft plays its cards right with Assassin's Creed Shadows' two protagonists, it can create one of the most complex villains the series has seen.

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Assassin's Creed Shadows: All Editions & Pre-Order Bonuses

Find out what Ubisoft has in store if you pre-order any edition of their upcoming installment Assassin's Creed Shadows.

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Assassin's Creed Shadows is an Opportunity To Bring Back an Old Protagonist

Assassin's Creed Shadows, while set in Japan, has the potential to feature one classic, Chinese Assassin as a mentor for Naoe and Yasuke.

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Assassin's Creed Shadows' $280 Edition Is Already Sold Out in Some Places

By far the most expensive edition of Assassin's Creed Shadows is already sold out in some places, half a year ahead of the game's release.

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