Ubisoft announced that Assassin's Creed: Shadows will be released on November 15, landing on XboxSeriesX/PS5/Mac/PC (UbisoftConnect) platforms. The standard edition for the PC version in China is priced at ¥348, the Gold edition at ¥548, and the Ultimate edition at ¥648.
In addition, Ubisoft also released the game's first global CGI trailer today, introducing the game's content to everyone. The first real-time play short film will be released in June. The game continues the dual protagonist setting, telling the intertwined story of the seasoned ninja assassin Naeo, from the Igakuni country, and the legendary samurai Michizuke.
In the year 1467, the flames of war spread in Japan. With this, the more than 100 years of the Japanese Warring States period officially began. The successive wars led to the rise of heroes, continuous calamities, until a black shadow cut through the long night, and the dawn finally shone on the earth, ushering in the long-awaited light...
The game is currently available for pre-order, and pre-ordering will get you an additional mission called A Dog's Vindication.
The Gold edition is priced at ¥548, including the base game, a game season pass (TapTechNews note: including additional unlockable content, as well as 2 upcoming expansion content), and early access to play 3 days in advance.
The Ultimate edition is priced at ¥648, which includes the base game, a game season pass, ultimate combo pack, and early access to play 3 days in advance. It also includes the Red Dragon character combo pack (Naeo and Michizuke's clothing, weapons, accessories, and mounts), Red Dragon hideout combo pack, 5 skill points, and a red and black filter for the photo mode.
Assassin's Creed: Shadows will take players through time to 16th-century Japan. At that time, Japan was on the brutal path to unification, with the emergence of new alliances and the intervention of malicious foreign forces, social turmoil intensified. Players will experience the intricate story between the Iga assassin Naeo, who is proficient in ninjutsu, and the powerful warrior Michizuke of historical legend. Players will also explore their personal stories, meet key historical figures, and shape the shared destiny of the two.
Both characters have their own progression paths, skills, weapon options, and attributes, including Naeo's stealth skills and Michizuke's combat abilities. Players have many ways to achieve their goals. Players embodying Naeo will be able to experience a more advanced infiltration mechanism, using light, noise, shadows, and constantly changing environments to avoid detection by enemies. Players embodying Michizuke will be able to deal ruthlessly and accurately with more enemies.
In Assassin's Creed: Shadows, players will explore a vast open world and experience rich landscapes that will change with the weather and seasons. With the latest Anvil engine and the powerful performance of the new generation of consoles, from spectacular castle towns and bustling ports, to tranquil shrines and pastoral scenery, feudal Japan will vividly come to life for players.
In this turbulent period, intelligence is not only crucial but also the core of the revamped exploration mechanism. Players will establish their own spy network, uncover new areas, and hunt targets. Players can also recruit allies with highly professional skills and abilities to assist in missions. Players can also build their own customizable hideouts to strengthen their network and train new members. From base construction and layout to various decorations and accessories, players will be able to create a unique home.
The Ultimate edition is priced at ¥648, which includes the base game, a game season pass, ultimate combo pack, and early access to play 3 days in advance. The ultimate combo pack includes the Red Dragon character combo pack (Naeo and Michizuke's clothing, weapons , accessories, and mounts), Red Dragon hideout combo pack, 5 skill points, and a red and black filter for the photo mode.