Summary
Ubisoft has revealed thatAssassin’s Creed Shadowswill get a story trailer on January 23.Assassin’s Creed Shadowsis Ubisoft’s biggest game set to launch during the first half of 2025, and the publisher has been ramping up its marketing ahead of its impending release.
Assassin’s Creed Shadowswas originally announced early in 2024, surprising fans by finally bringing the popular franchise to Japan. The game, which will feature the dual protagonists Naoe and Yasuke, has been the focus of several controversies, with some doubting Yasuke’s status as a samurai in historical accounts from the time period.Assassin’s Creed Shadowswas delayed twicein order to add additional polish, first in September 2024 and again in early January. The title is currently scheduled for release on July 22, 2025.
Now, Ubisoft has announced that gamers can expect a new story trailer forAssassin’s Creed Shadowson January 23, at 6 pm PT. While the trailer’s length remains unconfirmed, prospective players can expect to gain more knowledge about the game’s plot and protagonists. Ubisoft has been ramping up itsAssassin’s Creed Shadowsmarketing lately, revealing more interesting details about the game. For instance, last week, the publisher shareddetails about the open world exploration inAssassin’s Creed Shadows. According to the company, exploration will be more “player-driven” than in previous titles, and fans will be encouraged to explore the map more thoroughly in order to discover points of interest instead of just checking them out on the map.
Assassin’s Creed Shadow’s Story Trailer Release Date
A few days ago, a new official piece of artwork alsorevealed moreAssassin’s Creed Shadowscharacters. While the image did not reveal any details about the new faces in question, it sparked ample speculation about the historical figure Oda Nobunaga being the game’s villain, something that a few fans had already theorized.
With some previous major games such asStar Wars OutlawsandAvatar: Frontiers of Pandorafailing to meet Ubisoft’s expectations, it seems like the company really needs a win, and hopefullyAssassin’s Creed Shadowscan help with that. Since last year,Ubisoft has been in a crisisas it struggles to sell its games and the price of its shares has gone down. Some of its shareholders have publicly asked for urgent changes in the company, and there are rumors that Ubisoft could be sold in the future. In any case, it’s likely thatAssassin’s Creed Shadows’ success will be vital for the company.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows
WHERE TO PLAY
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.
