Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed Shadows It will not require an online connection at all times.
in a new X/Twitter post shared today (May 16), the publisher confirmed that although players will need an internet connection to install the next Assassin's Creed title, you don't need one to play.
“We wanted to share preliminary information about the upcoming release of Assassin's Creed Shadowsfollowing some questions we've noticed in the community,” Ubisoft said.
“Assassin's Creed Shadows will not require a mandatory connection at all times. An online connection will be required to install the game, but you will be able to play the entire journey offline and explore Japan without any online connection.”
Although Ubisoft didn't mention it, the game is expected to receive a season pass and two post-launch expansions, which will presumably also require an internet connection to install.
An update from the team on Assassin's Creed Shadows. pic.twitter.com/PTY9TXSiEoMay 16, 2024
The clarification comes just a day after the publisher released the first cinematic trailer for Assassin's Creed Shadowswhich showcased the game's long-awaited feudal Japan setting, along with its official release date of November 15.
The upcoming action-adventure game will also see the series revisit a two-playable protagonist system. This time, players will be able to play as Naoe, a shinobi and fictional daughter of the famous historical ninja leader Fujibayashi Nagato, as well as the real-life historical figure Yasuke, a samurai of African origin who first arrived in the country in 1579. .
We have also learned that Darkness will be an open world, which Ubisoft says is about the same size as originsfeatures a new knockout mechanic that will allow for optional pacifist play, as well as changing seasons that affect gameplay.
Assassin's Creed Shadows It will come to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Xbox Series S, Amazon Luna and PC. Pre-orders are currently available online.
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