🗡️ Assassin's Creed Shadows was originally set to revolve around a piece of Eden called the Sword of Eden, which corrupts its wielders. The hero, Taka Yamachi, a Shinto monk, sought peace amidst conflict.
🗡️ The plot thickens with the murder of Oda Nobunaga by his general, Aki Mitsu. Taka encounters Hattori Hanzo, a legendary ninja, who reveals he possesses the Sword of Eden.
🗡️ Taka shelters Hanzo, who belongs to a secret clan aiming to save Japan from Aki Mitsu's tyranny. Taka skillfully misleads Aki Mitsu's men searching for Hanzo.
🗡️ The story involves Taka battling Toyotomi Hideyoshi, who becomes corrupted by the Sword of Eden, claiming the title of Demon King. Taka's mission is to secure the sword and liberate Japan.
🗡️ The narrative concludes with Taka defeating Aki Mitsu and Toyotomi, ultimately leading to the rise of Tokugawa Ieyasu, who ushers in a new era without the sword's corruption.
🗡️ Development issues arose, with the original story being largely abandoned. The character of Taka was replaced by Nawei, the daughter of another legendary ninja, Fujiwara Nagato.
🗡️ Ubisoft's focus shifted towards diversity, leading to a narrative that some fans feel undermines the original vision. The game has faced scrutiny for its development process and character choices.
🗡️ Ghost of Tsushima 2 was initially planned but has undergone significant changes, with the new game titled Ghost of Yote, featuring a female protagonist, ATU, set 300 years after the original.
🗡️ Development challenges have led to speculation about the game's release date, with sources suggesting it may not arrive until 2026.
🗡️ Concerns about the game's direction and the talent behind it have been raised, with reports of key developers leaving Sucker Punch.
🗡️ The gaming industry is experiencing a shift towards committee-based decision-making, which some believe is affecting the quality and direction of games.
🗡️ Fans are encouraged to voice their opinions and support the games they believe in, as public reception can influence future developments.