Ubisoft Hypes Assassin's Creed Shadows, But With Reservations

It's been a while since we last discussed Ubisoft, hasn't it? Well, next Thursday marks the release of Assassin's Creed Shadows, and the success of this game could very well shape the future of the entire corporation. The stakes are high, and all eyes are on Ubisoft to deliver a hit.

Today, Ubisoft’s official channel released a new video dedicated to Assassin's Creed Shadows. You might expect this to be the launch trailer, but it's actually labeled as a TV commercial, which raises some eyebrows. The video itself is not the issue—it's smooth, cinematic, and visually impressive. The concern lies in Ubisoft's strategy of pushing the game through traditional media. While there's nothing inherently wrong with this approach, uploading a TV ad to their YouTube channel seems a bit off. This might be nitpicking, but it doesn't exactly inspire confidence in the upcoming release.

That said, let's move past the speculation. The video effectively showcases the distinct gameplay and fighting styles of the two main protagonists. The depiction of Japan is stunning, but remember, you can't judge an entire game based on a one-minute cinematic. We'll have to wait until the release to get the full picture.