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Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a solid and enjoyable addition to the series, successfully mixing familiar gameplay with a fresh take. The game’s dual-protagonist setup, with... Read more

Shadows shines brightly in terms of presentation, as well as some combat and progression elements, but overall feels like a “jack of all trades” and... Read more

Not everyone will agree with me when I say this is probably the best Assassins Creed game to date and that is totally OK. Whilst... Read more

No matter how you opt to play; the game offers numerous main and side missions and will provide hours of solid gameplay that will keep... Read more

Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is, without a doubt, the most complete entry in the series to date. If not for a few minor issues with the... Read more

Shadows may not reinvent Assassin's Creed, but it's still a fun game and another great entry in the series. Exploration in this beautiful locale is... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows was the second game I’ve reviewed being placed in the Sengoku period recently. In fact that gives me a good idea for... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows will make longtime fans happy with all the new things they can try and experience. Meanwhile, newcomers to the series can enjoy... Read more

Ubisoft is no longer the same developer it was in the 2000s. I wondered whether it could deliver a refined and engaging experience set in... Read more

While I can’t say it’s Ubisoft’s savior, I can say it’s easily one of the best entries in the series yet. Read more

If you’re privy to how the last few Assassin’s Creed games maneuver, you’re in for more of the same in Shadows, just in Japan. Being... Read more

Shadows may not reinvent the wheel for the action-RPG Assassin's Creed games, but it overall delivers on the Feudal Japan entry that fans have longed... Read more

This is an intimidating series to go into cold, but Shadows may be the best jumping on point since Origins in 2017. Here we travel... Read more

Overall, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a must for fans of the franchise and is a great choice for players looking for a massive open world... Read more

Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is the finest addition to the series in years. It adds just the right balance of content, pacing and progression to keep... Read more

Assassin's Creed: Shadows is a great addition to an already great series. Japan is a wonder to explore, like many it is a location I... Read more

The vision of 16th-century Japan that Shadows presents is gorgeous and its ideas for how to bridge the gap between Assassin’s Creed’s distant and recent... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows features an incredibly impressive world that’s filled with deep levels of detail while still leaning on existing mechanics and a narrative that... Read more

I didn't have high expectations of Assassins Creed: Shadows, as I've really struggled to become engaged with the most recent entries in the series. The... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is one of the best games in the series in a long time, and is one of my favorites. The Japanese setting... Read more

Ubisoft is heading in the right direction, with Assassin’s Creed Shadows simply being a mind-blowing experience. However, it’ll take much more than this to make... Read more

As a day-one fan, every Assassin's Creed game has meant something to me. Ezio's trilogy is an all-consuming conspiracy through my favorite period of world... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows successfully revitalizes the franchise by introducing a compelling setting, well-developed characters, and innovative gameplay mechanics. Its blend of action, stealth, and cultural... Read more

There’s certainly room for improvement when it comes to its presentation and performance, but it’s hard to deny that Assassin’s Creed Shadows does so much... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows delivers one of the best entries in the series. It incrementally refines the Ubisoft open-world formula and impresses with its characters and... Read more

Since the dawn of time - or thereabouts - when Ubisoft Montreal started experimenting with different eras in history for Assassin's Creed, fans hav... Read more

Some may call it woke, but Assassin’s Creed Shadows has turned out to be slightly better than you’d expect. While the gameplay remains engaging despite... Read more

As a massive fan of stealth franchises such as Splinter Cell and the excellent Shadow Tactics series, Assassin’s Creed: Shadows gave me what I wanted... Read more

Despite some of the narrative shortcomings, Assassin's Creed Shadows is one of the standouts of the year that offers a deep, engaging, and visually stunning... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows feels like a rejuvenated new entry for the series: more polished, more streamlined, and more feasible in terms of completion than some... Read more

Assassin’s Creed: Shadows breathes new of life into the aging Assassin’s Creed games, and one that brings back a lot of the stealth aspects the... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows finally delivers to players what has always been demanded, a franchise adventure set in the world of ninjas, shinobis, samurai, and ronin.... Read more

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I don’t think Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a bad game, but I don’t think it’s a great one either. With patches I think it could... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows brings feudal Japan to life with stunning visuals, and evolving gameplay, but uneven storytelling and lackluster open world rewards hold it back... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows takes ideas from previous entries as well as some bold experimental swings to create a defining entry in the franchise – perhaps... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows delivers a visually stunning and technically polished experience, with improved stealth and combat mechanics. However, its uneven narrative, repetitive side content, and... Read more

Trying to give everyone what they want can often be a risky move, but Shadows is a remarkably accomplished package that both new and old... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows was a fantastic experience that truly captured everything I love about the series. The story was engaging, drawing me into its rich... Read more

With its mammoth Japan heaving with to-do lists to check off, Assassin's Creed Shadows opts for the safety of familiarity rather than taking any real... Read more

Ubisoft's big, bold swing with Assassin's Creed Shadows mostly connects, proving that it was right to hold off on the Hail Mary Feudal Japan setting... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is a notable achievement from Ubisoft, offering an experience that both long-time fans and newcomers are likely to appreciate. This latest addition... Read more

Shadows is best played with hidden blades as a stealth-action game reminiscent of what Assassin's Creed used to be, but its greatest strength is choice. Read more

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a great entry in the Assassin’s Creed franchise and a perfect entry point for newcomers. Its dual protagonists are fantastic and... Read more

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Assassin's Creed Shadows is almost the best game across the long-running franchise, as a beautiful game to look at the whole way through, with strong... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows offers a fresh take on the series, blending rich storytelling with stealth-focused gameplay in feudal Japan. Read more

I think this is the best Assassin’s Creed game in a while, probably at least since 2016’s 'Origins.' After a little more than 30 hours... Read more

If you haven’t picked up an Assassin’s Creed game in a few years, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a welcome return to form. Read more

Not only does Assassin's Creed Shadows succeed at being a great entry in to the AC series, but it also succeeds at leaving a lasting... Read more

Assassin's Creed: Shadows does not reinvent the wheel, nor is it the landmark game that will redefine gaming. Nevertheless, it's a worthy and well-crafted Assassin's... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is one of the finest entries in the series, successfully bringing back stealth-oriented gameplay while retaining the RPG mechanics and refined combat... Read more

Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows is easy on the eyes, but a generally basic simulation, scant upgrades, and bland side activities weaken the effect. Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is maybe the best Ninja experience that Assassin's Creed has ever offered. It's fun, varied and exciting but everything good about AC... Read more

In the end, then, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is still an open-world RPG with an Assassin’s Creed skin placed over the top of it, and likely... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows stands as a testament to the series’ evolution, blending the old with the new in a way that feels both nostalgic and... Read more

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By sharpening the edges of its existing systems, Assassin’s Creed Shadows creates one of the best versions of the open-world style it’s been honing for... Read more

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The slower pace required to fully appreciate this world is a virtue that, as a reviewer with a deadline, I wasn’t properly afforded. As such,... Read more

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AC Shadows is the best game in what has been an incredible series. Read more

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a solid and enjoyable addition to the series, successfully mixing familiar gameplay with a fresh take. The game’s dual-protagonist setup, with... Read more

Shadows shines brightly in terms of presentation, as well as some combat and progression elements, but overall feels like a “jack of all trades” and... Read more

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No matter how you opt to play; the game offers numerous main and side missions and will provide hours of solid gameplay that will keep... Read more

Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is, without a doubt, the most complete entry in the series to date. If not for a few minor issues with the... Read more

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows was the second game I’ve reviewed being placed in the Sengoku period recently. In fact that gives me a good idea for... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows will make longtime fans happy with all the new things they can try and experience. Meanwhile, newcomers to the series can enjoy... Read more

Ubisoft is no longer the same developer it was in the 2000s. I wondered whether it could deliver a refined and engaging experience set in... Read more

While I can’t say it’s Ubisoft’s savior, I can say it’s easily one of the best entries in the series yet. Read more

If you’re privy to how the last few Assassin’s Creed games maneuver, you’re in for more of the same in Shadows, just in Japan. Being... Read more

Shadows may not reinvent the wheel for the action-RPG Assassin's Creed games, but it overall delivers on the Feudal Japan entry that fans have longed... Read more

This is an intimidating series to go into cold, but Shadows may be the best jumping on point since Origins in 2017. Here we travel... Read more

Overall, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a must for fans of the franchise and is a great choice for players looking for a massive open world... Read more

Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is the finest addition to the series in years. It adds just the right balance of content, pacing and progression to keep... Read more

Assassin's Creed: Shadows is a great addition to an already great series. Japan is a wonder to explore, like many it is a location I... Read more

The vision of 16th-century Japan that Shadows presents is gorgeous and its ideas for how to bridge the gap between Assassin’s Creed’s distant and recent... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows features an incredibly impressive world that’s filled with deep levels of detail while still leaning on existing mechanics and a narrative that... Read more

I didn't have high expectations of Assassins Creed: Shadows, as I've really struggled to become engaged with the most recent entries in the series. The... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is one of the best games in the series in a long time, and is one of my favorites. The Japanese setting... Read more

Ubisoft is heading in the right direction, with Assassin’s Creed Shadows simply being a mind-blowing experience. However, it’ll take much more than this to make... Read more

As a day-one fan, every Assassin's Creed game has meant something to me. Ezio's trilogy is an all-consuming conspiracy through my favorite period of world... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows successfully revitalizes the franchise by introducing a compelling setting, well-developed characters, and innovative gameplay mechanics. Its blend of action, stealth, and cultural... Read more

There’s certainly room for improvement when it comes to its presentation and performance, but it’s hard to deny that Assassin’s Creed Shadows does so much... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows delivers one of the best entries in the series. It incrementally refines the Ubisoft open-world formula and impresses with its characters and... Read more

Since the dawn of time - or thereabouts - when Ubisoft Montreal started experimenting with different eras in history for Assassin's Creed, fans hav... Read more

Some may call it woke, but Assassin’s Creed Shadows has turned out to be slightly better than you’d expect. While the gameplay remains engaging despite... Read more

As a massive fan of stealth franchises such as Splinter Cell and the excellent Shadow Tactics series, Assassin’s Creed: Shadows gave me what I wanted... Read more

Despite some of the narrative shortcomings, Assassin's Creed Shadows is one of the standouts of the year that offers a deep, engaging, and visually stunning... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows feels like a rejuvenated new entry for the series: more polished, more streamlined, and more feasible in terms of completion than some... Read more

Assassin’s Creed: Shadows breathes new of life into the aging Assassin’s Creed games, and one that brings back a lot of the stealth aspects the... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows finally delivers to players what has always been demanded, a franchise adventure set in the world of ninjas, shinobis, samurai, and ronin.... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows greatly blends the classic Assassin’s Creed stealth with the RPG elements of recent entries. Its dynamic world, seasonal changes, and improved stealth... Read more

I don’t think Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a bad game, but I don’t think it’s a great one either. With patches I think it could... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows brings feudal Japan to life with stunning visuals, and evolving gameplay, but uneven storytelling and lackluster open world rewards hold it back... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows takes ideas from previous entries as well as some bold experimental swings to create a defining entry in the franchise – perhaps... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows delivers a visually stunning and technically polished experience, with improved stealth and combat mechanics. However, its uneven narrative, repetitive side content, and... Read more

Trying to give everyone what they want can often be a risky move, but Shadows is a remarkably accomplished package that both new and old... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows was a fantastic experience that truly captured everything I love about the series. The story was engaging, drawing me into its rich... Read more

With its mammoth Japan heaving with to-do lists to check off, Assassin's Creed Shadows opts for the safety of familiarity rather than taking any real... Read more

Ubisoft's big, bold swing with Assassin's Creed Shadows mostly connects, proving that it was right to hold off on the Hail Mary Feudal Japan setting... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is a notable achievement from Ubisoft, offering an experience that both long-time fans and newcomers are likely to appreciate. This latest addition... Read more

Shadows is best played with hidden blades as a stealth-action game reminiscent of what Assassin's Creed used to be, but its greatest strength is choice. Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is not a bad game, but it is a flawed one. It's also a beautiful one, an interesting one, a frustrating one,... Read more

"Assassin’s Creed Shadows doesn’t just capture Feudal Japan — it immerses you in it. From breathtaking landscapes to intricate gameplay systems, it’s a game that... Read more

[...] Assassin's Creed Shadow is still a decently fun action adventure-slash-role-playing hybrid (stats, grinding, and all that jazz) if you really need a huge timesink... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a great entry in the Assassin’s Creed franchise and a perfect entry point for newcomers. Its dual protagonists are fantastic and... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows isn't awful, but it’s not the game fans deserve. Clunky combat, awkward animations, and a departure from the series' standard make it... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is almost the best game across the long-running franchise, as a beautiful game to look at the whole way through, with strong... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows offers a fresh take on the series, blending rich storytelling with stealth-focused gameplay in feudal Japan. Read more

I think this is the best Assassin’s Creed game in a while, probably at least since 2016’s 'Origins.' After a little more than 30 hours... Read more

If you haven’t picked up an Assassin’s Creed game in a few years, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a welcome return to form. Read more

Not only does Assassin's Creed Shadows succeed at being a great entry in to the AC series, but it also succeeds at leaving a lasting... Read more

Assassin's Creed: Shadows does not reinvent the wheel, nor is it the landmark game that will redefine gaming. Nevertheless, it's a worthy and well-crafted Assassin's... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is one of the finest entries in the series, successfully bringing back stealth-oriented gameplay while retaining the RPG mechanics and refined combat... Read more

Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows is easy on the eyes, but a generally basic simulation, scant upgrades, and bland side activities weaken the effect. Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is maybe the best Ninja experience that Assassin's Creed has ever offered. It's fun, varied and exciting but everything good about AC... Read more

In the end, then, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is still an open-world RPG with an Assassin’s Creed skin placed over the top of it, and likely... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows stands as a testament to the series’ evolution, blending the old with the new in a way that feels both nostalgic and... Read more

Ubisoft had the potential for a standout game, but their greed and baffling choices—chief among them the forced inclusion of Yasuke—undermined the pacing and shattered... Read more

Ubisoft has finally given fans the feudal Japan Assassin’s Creed experience they’ve dreamed of. With stunning visuals, fluid gameplay, and a deeply immersive world, Assassin’s... Read more

The wait was well worth it for Assassin’s Creed Shadows. The fans have been asking for an AC game set in Japan, and Ubisoft has... Read more

Ultimately, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is technically sound and authentic and represents a world that fans of the franchise have wanted to explore for many years.... Read more

Shadows’ world and attention to Japanese history and culture are genuinely impressive. Naoe is not the ultimate assassin and Yesuke is not the most refined... Read more

Assassin's Creed rises to the occasion once more with Assassin's Creed Shadows, an expertly crafted entry that blends the strengths of the old and new... Read more

If you’re a fan of Assassin’s Creed, hooked from the very first game, you’ll find a lot of love for Assassin’s Creed Shadows. It feels... Read more

I’ve longed for the franchise to go to Japan ever since the first game was released in 2007. It seemed like the perfect setting for... Read more

Is Assassin's Creed Shadows the hail mary Assassin's Creed and Ubisoft needed, or should this game have stayed in the shadows? Read more

Ubisoft Quebec's Assassin's Creed Shadows messes with a good thing by including one too many playable protagonists. Read more

AC Shadows isn’t revolutionizing its franchise or its genre, but it’s overall going to be a good time for those who seek it out. This... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows should undoubtedly be the best game in the series to date. The world of Japan is not only the most stunning and... Read more

Whether Yasuke’s assassinations are your cup of tea or not (there’s a reason the game calls them “brutal”), it’s nice to see how this game... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a massive success and a winning combination of stealth and steel. It’s a fantastic entry in the open-world RPG line of... Read more

Come for the neck stabs and stay for the surprisingly great combat, Assassin's Creed Shadows is a stealth action buffet with a story to forget. Read more

I’m actually at the point where I’m enjoying finding little problems with the game, because - most of the time - I know that means... Read more

While Assassin's Creed Shadows is unlikely to win over those who struggled to push through Odyssey or Valhalla, this is still one of the strongest... Read more

By sharpening the edges of its existing systems, Assassin’s Creed Shadows creates one of the best versions of the open-world style it’s been honing for... Read more

Not every idea comes together neatly, and two phenomenal protagonists feel wasted on a lackluster story, but this is a titan in the same leagues... Read more

"Assassins Creed Shadows has a glacial starting but does get better and some changes to AI and combat to make it more enjoyable than I... Read more

Ubisoft's latest open-world RPG overcomes forgettable quests thanks to standout characters and improved stealth action Read more

If you don’t like Assassin’s Creed, Shadows won’t be the pivotal moment in the franchise that changes your mind. Due to dual protagonists, experiences of... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is a bloated collection of uninspired quests that quickly turn into a repetitive, boring grind. While the art and history teams deserve... Read more

A beautiful recreation of 16th century Japan is stained with the clumsy ink of an uninspiring revenge tale, but take your time sneaking through castles... Read more

Fans of Assassin's Creed have waited an era or two for a series entry that lets you be a ninja and explore Feudal Japan. Thankfully,... Read more

Despite some repetition and bloat that makes Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ final stretch drag more than the rest of the game excites, its brave approach to... Read more

With Assassin's Creed Shadows, Ubisoft has finally delivered on the feudal Japan setting fans have always wanted. Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows almost feels like what it would be like if Ken Burns was tasked with making a video game. It’s exhaustive in how... Read more

Majestic in scope, impressive in detail, Assassin's Creed Shadows honours the beauty of feudal Japan, even if its strongest moments are saved for the personal... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows delivers on its promise of bringing back classic stealth mechanics while introducing new ones and combining the best of the older and... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is another notch in the belt of this illustrious series. Sneaking and stabbing as Naoe or duelling foes in honourable combat as... Read more

A game that's not without its issues, but is a great entry in the franchise, and didn't feel the need to cram in a ship... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is a spectacular return to form for the franchise, delivering one of the series' more tightly focused historical adventures. Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadow’s ability to seemingly strike a perfect balance between the older titles in the series and its RPG brethren. This is exactly what... Read more

Although Assassin’s Creed Shadows has some cumbersome flaws that can’t be overlooked, including ones that have been present in the series since its inception, it... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows takes the series to new heights in ways we have been longing for. Ubisoft has delivered the most remarkable world I think... Read more

Series fans will find a lot to love here, even if Shadows doesn’t quite take the step of truly challenging itself to be more than... Read more

This sprawling epic regularly features gorgeous sights of Japan and incredibly fun gameplay with a newfound freedom of how you approach it. It winds up... Read more

Another solid entry for the series, Assassin's Creed Shadows offers a wonderfully rendered natural world, though it's not as unique as it once could have... Read more

Whether Assassin’s Creed Shadows is the best entry in the series depends on what you enjoy. If you enjoy tactical stealth, the game delivers. If... Read more

With some truly wonderful writing and an engaging pair of protagonists, I adored Assassin’s Creed Shadows. I was obsessed with finishing the assassination targets and... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows is an absolute triumph. An addictive adventure in a stunningly provocative open world, and an absolute must play. Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows marks the best this series has ever been. With its destructible environments, fantastic story and excellent characters, Shadows has managed to dethrone... Read more

Assassin's Creed Shadows was supposed to work in the dark to serve the light, but it never managed to step beyond the Shadows. Visually, the... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is, without a doubt, a breathtaking addition to the long running franchise. Whether sneaking through shadows as Noae or charging headfirst into... Read more

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a breathtaking evolution of the open-world formula, blending masterful storytelling, refined stealth mechanics, and stunning visuals. With a gripping dual-protagonist narrative... Read more

It’s a well-crafted game within its own scale with a great story and emotionally resonant characters, but in the grand scheme of what a big... Read more

It may not provide the shift in design philosophy and approach to the franchise that its long gestation period suggests, but it's a solid step... Read more

The slower pace required to fully appreciate this world is a virtue that, as a reviewer with a deadline, I wasn’t properly afforded. As such,... Read more

Overall, Assassin’s Creed Shadows tried to be this big massive open-world RPG. While some of its elements are a welcome sight, the gatekeeping can feel... Read more