What We're Playing: Veggie Titles, Ghostly Encounters & Sales

In the latest edition of our gaming feature, several contributors share their experiences with recent titles. Tom Phillips explores the new animal-friendly features in Assassin's Creed Shadows, highlighting the game's approach to wildlife interactions, which allow for petting animals rather than hunting them. This marks a shift from previous games in the Assassin's Creed series that focused on hunting for resources. Other contributors like Tom Orry and Bertie dive into their gaming adventures with Avowed and Slice & Dice, respectively, sharing personal anecdotes and gaming challenges they faced. Each segment reflects the diverse experiences players have with these titles this week.

What makes Assassin's Creed Shadows different from previous titles in the series? nAssassin's Creed Shadows differentiates itself by emphasizing a more harmonious relationship with the game's wildlife. Instead of hunting animals for upgrades or resources, players interact with them to create artwork or simply enjoy their presence in the game's world, promoting a more animal-friendly approach that is a departure from the series' traditional hunting mechanics.n

Assassin's Creed Shadows is the latest installment in the long-standing Assassin's Creed franchise, known for its rich historical settings and engaging stories. This title introduces new gameplay mechanics and narrative elements that aim to enhance player immersion while maintaining the franchise's signature blend of action-adventure elements and historical narrative. The inclusion of non-hunting interactions with animals is not only a refreshing feature but also aligns with growing trends in gaming towards more ethical representation of wildlife.