Ubisoft Again Emphasizes AC Shadows As Historically Accurate

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows has become the most controversial release of the year. While the franchise has always been praised for its portrayal of history, this has become the main reason for the negativity around the latest entry.

Not too long ago, Ubisoft attempted to clarify the controversy, stating that the team does not prioritize complete historical accuracy. However, it seems the developer is still pushing the narrative that Assassin’s Creed Shadows is historically accurate.

Why it matters: Ubisoft seems to be issuing one contradictory statement after another, creating confusion among the masses.

During a recent interview with Games Industry, lead producer Karl Onnee Tal discussed various aspects of the game, including Ubisoft’s focus on portraying an authentic take on Japan.

The lead producer stated that the studio spent a great deal of time making Assassin’s Creed Shadows as authentic as possible. He stated that this process cannot be rushed and requires careful planning.

He described how a Japanese house from feudal Japan differs from a French medieval house or an English one. Therefore, the team had to learn everything before embarking on Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ development.

We are trying to create a game that is as authentic as possible. It’s something we take pride in.

-Karl Onnee

While the studio’s efforts are commendable, these statements can be seen as mixed messaging. It’s clear that historical accuracy was not Ubisoft’s biggest priority, yet it continues to advertise this aspect.

This is also far from the first time the developer has used such statements.

Because of such claims, many remain skeptical about Ubisoft’s approach to Japan. However, the publisher is still expecting a huge release.

Ultimately, it remains to be seen if this entry will live up to the high bar set by its predecessors.

Ubisoft clearly has high expectations for its venture into Japanese territory. It’s a shame, then, that most of the attention seems to have been taken up by the recent controversy around historical accuracy.

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