Summary
Ubisoft has shared the complete list ofAssassin’s Creed Shadowsaccessibility features, which includes dozens of useful options. In doing so, the company signaled thatAssassin’s Creed Shadowsmay set a new accessibility bar for the series.
The next mainline entry in Ubisoft’s long-running franchise has been in development since 2020. While the game was initially targeting a November 15 launch, it ended up being delayed twice. Its latest postponement sawAssassin’s Creed Shadowsrescheduled for a March 20 release.
Ahead of the open-world ARPG’s market debut, Ubisoft shared a comprehensive list of its accessibility features, which incorporates over two dozen options related toAssassin’s Creed Shadows' navigation, controls, visuals, and audio, among other elements. Players can expect the game to offer all the accessibility basics, including multiple colorblind modes and screen narration, as well as a fully customizable HUD whose individual elements have adjustable opacity and can be repositioned.
In terms of more esoteric options that are still far from an industry standard,Assassin’s Creed Shadowswill offer audio cues that help players navigate the environment and discover paths. As with the rest of the game’s accessibility options, audio cues are a toggleable setting. They also come with a useful glossary that helps players familiarize themselves with the game’s sound cues. On the subject of knowledge bases, the Codex menu will include every tutorial that the player has encountered so far, whereas the game will also automatically highlight and explain any new menu mechanics.
TheGuided and Exploration modes fromAssassin’s Creed OdysseyandValhallawill also be present inShadows. Like before, Guided mode will offer a straightforward gameplay experience that allows players to run from one map marker to the next, making it easier to progress. In contrast, missions in Exploration mode will present players with rough destination descriptions, which they’ll have to use to deduce where to go next. On a related note, Ubisoft previously confirmed that the game will feature a scouting mechanic. For example, if a mission indicates that a target is in Kobe but that part of the map is still obscured by fog, players can pay to reveal the location of that region before continuing their search.
The combat andstealth inAssassin’s Creed Shadowswill each have four difficulty settings, providing players with granular control over how resilient, hard-hitting, and observant the enemies are. Separately from these options, the game will have two melee attack modes, one of which will allow players to perform all attacks with a single input rather than requiring combinations of multiple buttons. Quick timed events can also be simplified in this manner, or disabled in their entirety.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows
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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.
