Ubisoft's upcoming title, Assassin's Creed Red, set in feudal Japan, faces the scrutiny of the country's strict game rating system.  Recent announcements from Ubisoft Japan highlight key distinctions between the international and Japanese versions of the game, raising questions about censorship and localization choices.

The game has received a Z rating from Japan's Computer Entertainment Rating Organization (CERO), signifying it is suitable only for players aged 18 and above.

One of the most notable changes involves the removal of a toggle setting for dismemberment. While international players can choose whether to enable or disable the graphic depiction of severed limbs, this option is absent in the Japanese version.  This means dismemberment effects are completely disabled for Japanese players.

Furthermore, adjustments have been implemented regarding how weapons interact with character models, altering the visual representation of cuts and injuries.

Finally, Ubisoft has confirmed modifications to specific lines of dialogue within the game.  The extent and nature of these dialogue changes remain unclear at this time.

Key Differences Between Assassin's Creed Red's International and Japanese Versions

In adherence to Japanese regulatory guidelines set by CERO, Assassin's Creed Red (CERO: Z) features several content modifications compared to its international counterparts.

The in-game option to toggle dismemberment on or off has been removed. As a result, the visual depiction of severed limbs and necks on enemy characters is permanently disabled.

The visual representation of how weapons impact and cut character models has been altered.

Certain Japanese voice lines present in the international (North American and European) versions have also undergone modifications for the Japanese release.