Assassin’s Creed Shadows Character Will Be Played by One Piece Star Mackenyu Arata

Ubisoft's upcoming Assassin's Creed Shadows, launching this March, welcomes Mackenyu Arata, star of Netflix's One Piece, to its voice cast. He'll be lending his talents to a pivotal character. Read on for details about Mackenyu's role and other exciting Ubisoft news.

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Mackenyu Arata, One Piece Star, Voices Gennojo in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Mackenyu, renowned for his portrayal of Roronoa Zoro in the live-action One Piece series, will voice Gennojo in Assassin's Creed Shadows, Ubisoft's new feudal Japan-set title. He'll provide both English and Japanese voice acting for the character. Ubisoft describes Gennojo as a key figure who will aid the protagonist in eliminating a major target.

Ubisoft describes Gennojo as a captivating, impulsive, and internally conflicted individual, driven by guilt to reform a corrupt system. A charming rogue and trickster, he balances wit, deception, and confidence. His strong sense of justice, particularly regarding the vulnerable, fuels his willingness to risk everything to achieve his goals.

While the exact point of Gennojo's appearance remains undisclosed, his significant role in the game's missions is confirmed. According to Mackenyu, Gennojo is a member of the "Shinobi League," and players can essentially recruit him as a companion throughout their adventure.