The highly anticipated Assassin's Creed Shadows is just around the corner, bringing players to feudal Japan for the first time in the series.  Following the release of Assassin's Creed Mirage, Shadows marks a significant entry with dual protagonists, Yasuke and Naoe, each offering unique gameplay styles.

Players will experience the story through both Yasuke, a powerful frontline warrior, and Naoe, a stealthy assassin who prefers the shadows.  Early previews have generated optimism despite recent controversies surrounding the game's development and Ubisoft's overall performance.

One of the most exciting features confirmed for launch is a comprehensive Photo Mode. Building upon the well-received Photo Mode in Assassin's Creed Mirage, Shadows offers a revamped UI, tutorials, expanded aperture and focal length options, new FX filters, stickers, and further customization possibilities.  Players are encouraged to share their in-game photography using #ACPhotoMode and #AssassinsCreedShadows.

Originally, there were concerns about Assassin's Creed Shadows' compatibility with the Steam Deck. However, recent updates suggest that the game may indeed be playable on Valve's handheld console at launch, pending final confirmation.  This reversal is welcome news for those eager to experience the game on the go.

Beyond the Photo Mode and Steam Deck compatibility, Assassin's Creed Shadows boasts impressive technical enhancements for PS5 Pro users.  Three distinct graphics modes—Performance, Fidelity, and Balanced—cater to different preferences.  The game requires a substantial 123GB of storage space, but preloading is available for those eager to dive in on release day.

The release of Assassin's Creed Shadows arrives amidst reports of Ubisoft considering the sale of some of its intellectual property due to recent financial challenges. The game's success carries significant weight for the company's future. After two delays, Assassin's Creed Shadows is set to release on March 20 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.