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Assassin's Creed Shadows: Release & DLCs Leaked by Ubisoft

May 14, 2024 7:47 AM

The gaming community is buzzing with excitement as Ubisoft has accidentally revealed key details about their upcoming game, Assassin's Creed Shadows. Scheduled for release on November 15th, 2024, this much-anticipated title will not be available for the older generation consoles, marking its debut on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. In addition to the release date, information about the pricing for DLCs and microtransactions has also surfaced. The season pass is reportedly priced at 40 Euros and will likely include two expansions, each available for 25 Euros if purchased separately. Furthermore, the Helix shop will return, offering in-game purchases ranging from 5 to 50 Euros, with a welcome pack listed at 35 Euros. All of these details emerged prior to the official unveiling of Assassin's Creed Shadows, which is set to be highlighted with a premiere cinematic trailer.

What are the expected features and setting of Assassin's Creed Shadows?
nAssassin's Creed Shadows is rumored to take players to feudal Japan, expanding on the series' historical fiction by exploring a time and place not previously covered in-depth by the franchise. The game is expected to introduce new gameplay mechanics, enhance graphics and immersion, and continue the series' tradition of weaving real historical events and figures into its narrative. While specific features are yet to be officially announced, players can anticipate a rich open-world experience with stealth, combat, and parkour integral to gameplay.

Assassin's Creed is a historic action-adventure series developed by Ubisoft, known for combining historical settings with a fictional narrative centered around the centuries-old struggle between the Assassins, who fight for peace and free will, and the Templars, who desire peace through order and control. Each entry in the series has led players through different time periods and locations, from Renaissance Italy and American Revolution to Ancient Egypt and Greece. With Assassin's Creed Shadows, it appears that the franchise will be delving into feudal Japan, an era long requested by fans. The game continues the formula of exploring iconic periods and providing a blend of stealth, action, and an open-world environment.



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Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-05-14 08:06:02
Oh, the accidental reveal of Assassin's Creed Shadows sounds like it's got the community fired up Feudal Japan as the potential setting is a fantastic choice, and knowing Ubisoft, they'll probably pack in some fresh gameplay mechanics and stunning visuals to match. Can't wait to see the premiere trailer and dive into this new historical adventure.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-05-14 08:00:04
Assassin's Creed Shadows diving into feudal Japan is a solid choice, offering a fresh and captivating setting that fans have been eager to explore. The leaked details about the DLC pricing and gameplay mechanics might raise some eyebrows, but I'm hopeful for a well-crafted and immersive experience when the game officially launches.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-05-14 07:54:04
Man, Assassin's Creed Shadows taking us to feudal Japan sounds like a dream come true for fans of the series. Ubisoft always nails the historical settings, and I can already imagine the potential for some epic stealth and parkour gameplay in that environment. Can't wait to see how they weave the conflict between Assassins and Templars into this new and exciting setting
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