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Assassin's Creed Shadows ratings
84 Ratings ranked from best to worst, green to good grades, red to bad,
Average rating: 4/5.
Source: https://www.commentChoisir.fr
| 5/5 TheXboxHub | 5/5 NME | 5/5 TechPowerUp |
| 18/20 GamerGen | 9/10 Xbox Tavern | 9/10 TheSixthAxis |
| 9/10 ZTGD | 9/10 GamingBolt | 9/10 Le Bêta-Testeur |
| 90/100 Generación Xbox | 9/10 Lv1Gaming | 9/10 Checkpoint Gaming |
| 9/10 MKAU Gaming | 90/100 Games.ch | 9/10 Beyond Gaming |
| 9/10 XBoxEra | 90/100 Complete Xbox | 90/100 NextN |
| 89/100 MeuPlayStation | 88/100 TierraGamer | 87/100 GameStar |
| 87/100 XBoxOrNot | 17/20 GameWave | 85/100 Console Tribe |
| 17/20 JeuxActu.com | 17/20 SpiritGamer | 8/10 GameKult.com |
| 4/5 EuroGamer.fr | 8/10 GameHope | 4/5 GamesRadar |
| 8/10 wccftech | 8/10 Numerama | 8/10 GameReactor |
| 8/10 Shacknews | 8/10 Presse Citron | 4/5 Geek Generation |
| 8/10 Push Square | 8/10 Movies Games and Tech | 8/10 Well Played |
| 8/10 GamersGlobal | 8/10 GeekNPlay | 8/10 Areajugones |
| 8/10 Pizza Fria | 8/10 GamesVillage | 4/5 N-Gamz |
| 8/10 HardwareZone | 4/5 Absolute Geeks | 8/10 Phenixx Gaming |
| 4/5 Twinfinite | 8/10 GameInformer | 4/5 GamesCreed |
| 8/10 Game-eXperience.it | 8/10 HeartBits VG | 8/10 Geeky |
| 4/5 PXLBBQ | 8/10 NerdMovieProductions | 8/10 GadgetGear |
| 8/10 Nintendo Life | 8/10 Nintendo-Town | 8/10 Nintendoros |
| 79/100 COGconnected | 78/100 Fortress Of Solitude | 7/10 ActuGaming |
| 7/10 Press Start | 7/10 PCGames | 7/10 SuccesOne |
| 7/10 3RD Strike | 7/10 Niche Gamer | 7/10 DisplayWeb |
| 70/100 Switch-Actu | 60/100 JVFrance | 5/10 Journal du Geek |
| 5/10 GameOver | 4/10 Vandal |
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5
5
TheXboxHub
Visuals are stunning
Two heroes works well
Combat feels exciting and fresh
Open world - and lots to do
Two heroes works well
Combat feels exciting and fresh
Open world - and lots to do
Perhaps there's just too much to do...
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on TheXboxHub]
5
5
NME
Strong plot, excellent characters and amazing performances
Gorgeous visuals and impressive world design
Flexible gameplay, with two distinct play-styles as Naoe and Yasuke
Gorgeous visuals and impressive world design
Flexible gameplay, with two distinct play-styles as Naoe and Yasuke
Objective board is slightly complicated to navigate
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on NME]
5
5
TechPowerUp
reviewed at 21/03/2025 - [read the full review on TechPowerUp]
9
10
Xbox Tavern
Brilliant Dual-Protagonist offering two distinct playstyle
Visually Stunning and seasonal system works great
Fun and fluid combat for both characters
Improved Stealth
Visually Stunning and seasonal system works great
Fun and fluid combat for both characters
Improved Stealth
Skill tree can be overwhelming at first
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Xbox Tavern]
9
10
TheSixthAxis
Beautiful jaw-dropping visuals
Vibrant and interesting open world to explore
Great story that brings a fascinating historical era to life
Yasuke is a great addition and alternative for the combat
Vibrant and interesting open world to explore
Great story that brings a fascinating historical era to life
Yasuke is a great addition and alternative for the combat
Takes around eight hours to really get going
Switching between characters is unnecessarily clunky
Switching between characters is unnecessarily clunky
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on TheSixthAxis]
9
10
ZTGD
Utterly beautiful vistas and landscapes in the open-world
Strong and interesting dual protagonist
Deep story and gameplay mechanics
Strong and interesting dual protagonist
Deep story and gameplay mechanics
Combat can be punishing early on
Removing the auto-ride was a mistake
Removing the auto-ride was a mistake
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on ZTGD]
9
10
GamingBolt
Naoe and Yasuke are great protagonists
Stellar period setting is brought to life in convincing fashion
The map is a constant joy to explore, thanks to strong world design and gorgeous environments
Seasons system makes the world feel dynamic and alive
The Hideout serves as an endearing central hub, thanks to its customizability
The return of classic parkour mechanics makes traversal an absolute blast
Stealth has been re-emphasized and significantly improved
Light and shadow mechanics elevate stealth gameplay
Both protagonists feel meaningfully different and excellent to play as
Combat is an absolute blast, thanks to strong core mechanics, fun weapons, and more
Well thought-out and smartly designed progression systems
Looks absolutely gorgeous
Near-flawless performance.
Stellar period setting is brought to life in convincing fashion
The map is a constant joy to explore, thanks to strong world design and gorgeous environments
Seasons system makes the world feel dynamic and alive
The Hideout serves as an endearing central hub, thanks to its customizability
The return of classic parkour mechanics makes traversal an absolute blast
Stealth has been re-emphasized and significantly improved
Light and shadow mechanics elevate stealth gameplay
Both protagonists feel meaningfully different and excellent to play as
Combat is an absolute blast, thanks to strong core mechanics, fun weapons, and more
Well thought-out and smartly designed progression systems
Looks absolutely gorgeous
Near-flawless performance.
Disappointingly clumsy writing and storytelling
Some occasional technical hiccups.
Some occasional technical hiccups.
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on GamingBolt]
9
10
Le Bêta-Testeur
Stunning graphic texture
Well-designed scenario
Epic battles
Well-designed scenario
Epic battles
Skills tree
Improvement of weapons
Improvement of weapons
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Le Bêta-Testeur]
90
100
Generación Xbox
Naoe and Yasuke are two protagonists who are very different in their playing style.
The new stealth mechanics bring a new layer of depth to the system.
A Japan represented to perfection in every detail.
The new stealth mechanics bring a new layer of depth to the system.
A Japan represented to perfection in every detail.
The story takes a little while to get going.
Small drops in FPS at certain specific moments.
Small drops in FPS at certain specific moments.
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Generación Xbox]
9
10
Lv1Gaming
revolutionizes the gameplay of the Assassin?s Creed franchise
Stunning open world
Incredible Audio Design
Insane Graphical Fidelity
Stunning open world
Incredible Audio Design
Insane Graphical Fidelity
Small Story Quirks
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Lv1Gaming]
9
10
Checkpoint Gaming
Another big, action-packed open world full of stuff to do ? but not too big
Beautiful depiction of Japan in all four seasons
Dual protagonists is a great idea to satisfy old and new fans
New base designing feature is a fun touch and adds personalisation
Beautiful depiction of Japan in all four seasons
Dual protagonists is a great idea to satisfy old and new fans
New base designing feature is a fun touch and adds personalisation
Not being able to switch characters in restricted areas is a pain
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Checkpoint Gaming]
90
100
Games.ch
Open and varied seamless gaming world
Wide range of missions and activities in an open world.
Exciting story full of twists and turns with a brilliant narrative structure.
Playable heroes that are very different in terms of character and gameplay.
Perfectly captures the cultural specificities of Japan.
Strong and detailed graphics, adapted to the current generation of consoles.
Possible change of character at any time.
Missions with active character changes often lead to completely different sections of the game.
Wide range of weapons and spectacular skills (learning points can be reallocated at any time)
At least 50 hours of gameplay (approximately 150
+ for completionists)
Highly skilled German speakers (also available in Japanese and English)
Overall successful game balance...
Wide range of missions and activities in an open world.
Exciting story full of twists and turns with a brilliant narrative structure.
Playable heroes that are very different in terms of character and gameplay.
Perfectly captures the cultural specificities of Japan.
Strong and detailed graphics, adapted to the current generation of consoles.
Possible change of character at any time.
Missions with active character changes often lead to completely different sections of the game.
Wide range of weapons and spectacular skills (learning points can be reallocated at any time)
At least 50 hours of gameplay (approximately 150
+ for completionists)
Highly skilled German speakers (also available in Japanese and English)
Overall successful game balance...
... even with relatively gentle grinding constraints later in the process.
Some typical details of series.
Some typical details of series.
reviewed at 23/01/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows - Vorschau / Preview [read the full review on Games.ch]
[90/100] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows - Test / [read the full review on Games.ch]
[90/100] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows - Test / [read the full review on Games.ch]
9
10
Beyond Gaming
Two completely different styles of play
Interesting intrigues
Beautiful world to stay
Many additional activities to do
Interesting intrigues
Beautiful world to stay
Many additional activities to do
Some side missions seem a bit like filler.
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Beyond Gaming]
9
10
XBoxEra
A Living, Breathing World
Excellent Story
Fantastic Gameplay
Gorgeous Soundtrack
Just Damned Cool
Excellent Story
Fantastic Gameplay
Gorgeous Soundtrack
Just Damned Cool
A few of the English VOs are Weak
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on XBoxEra]
18
20
GamerGen
[18/20] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - TEST Assassin's Creed Shadows : une aventure prenante à ne pas louper sur PC [read the full review on GamerGen]
[17/20] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - TEST Assassin's Creed Shadows : la ROG Ally Z1 Extreme ronronne comme un chat [read the full review on GamerGen]
[18/20] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - TEST Assassin's Creed Shadows : un épisode qui rend justice au Japon [read the full review on GamerGen]
[17/20] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - TEST Assassin's Creed Shadows : la ROG Ally Z1 Extreme ronronne comme un chat [read the full review on GamerGen]
[18/20] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - TEST Assassin's Creed Shadows : un épisode qui rend justice au Japon [read the full review on GamerGen]
90
100
Complete Xbox
One of the best looking games this generation
Playing as two different characters brings great variance in combat and story
Fantastic cutscenes and interactions
The way wildlife blends in along with weather elements is mind blowing
Playing as two different characters brings great variance in combat and story
Fantastic cutscenes and interactions
The way wildlife blends in along with weather elements is mind blowing
Some areas of the game can become repetitive
reviewed at 11/04/2025 - [read the full review on Complete Xbox]
90
100
NextN
A journey through feudal Japan that is worth experiencing; not only for what it achieves graphically, but also through the exploration of traditions and folklore.
Yasuke and Naoe are incredible characters, it's a great feeling to be able to switch between them and learn their stories.
Its gameplay is very enjoyable, managing to captivate you for hours on end without you even realizing it, and it offers content for months!
The dubbing and the soundtrack are up to the project, whether you play it in Spanish or Japanese, it is highly recommended!
Yasuke and Naoe are incredible characters, it's a great feeling to be able to switch between them and learn their stories.
Its gameplay is very enjoyable, managing to captivate you for hours on end without you even realizing it, and it offers content for months!
The dubbing and the soundtrack are up to the project, whether you play it in Spanish or Japanese, it is highly recommended!
Some graphic effects tarnish the overall quality, such as water reflections.
There are occasional FPS drops at certain moments that do not affect gameplay but are noticeable.
The artificial intelligence of the enemies could have been much more exploited to enrich their gameplay; they have neither many options nor much intelligence.
Collecting weapons and armor is one of the most enjoyable things, but the evolution system of these items makes them lose their meaning as you progress in the game.
There are occasional FPS drops at certain moments that do not affect gameplay but are noticeable.
The artificial intelligence of the enemies could have been much more exploited to enrich their gameplay; they have neither many options nor much intelligence.
Collecting weapons and armor is one of the most enjoyable things, but the evolution system of these items makes them lose their meaning as you progress in the game.
reviewed at 02/12/2025 - Primera hora e impresiones de Assassin's Creed Shadows. Otra bestia de Ubisoft anda suelta en Nintendo Switch 2, ¡con algunos «PEROS»! [read the full review on NextN]
[90/100] reviewed at 25/12/2025 - Análisis Assassin's Creed Shadows ? Nintendo Switch 2. Un viaje por el Japón feudal que agradezco no haberme perdido [read the full review on NextN]
[90/100] reviewed at 25/12/2025 - Análisis Assassin's Creed Shadows ? Nintendo Switch 2. Un viaje por el Japón feudal que agradezco no haberme perdido [read the full review on NextN]
89
100
MeuPlayStation
Characters with charismatic and captivating stories
Quite impressive gameplay variations
Excellent setting and very beautiful decor
Interesting and rewarding progression system
Intense and stimulating combat in the right measure.
Quite impressive gameplay variations
Excellent setting and very beautiful decor
Interesting and rewarding progression system
Intense and stimulating combat in the right measure.
The tasks may be repetitive for some people.
Small bugs and crashes - but nothing too serious.
Small bugs and crashes - but nothing too serious.
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on MeuPlayStation]
88
100
TierraGamer
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on TierraGamer]
87
100
XBoxOrNot
The stick!
Lifespan
It's beautiful
Lifespan
It's beautiful
Not accessible right away!
Agreed scenario!
Agreed scenario!
reviewed at 28/09/2025 - [read the full review on XBoxOrNot]
87
100
GameStar
... you want to immerse yourself in feudal Japan.
... the emphasis on history is important to you.
... you especially enjoy the stealthy aspect of Assassin's Creed.
... the emphasis on history is important to you.
... you especially enjoy the stealthy aspect of Assassin's Creed.
... do not be discouraged by long prologues.
... you don't like working on task lists.
... a complete abandonment of the Ubisoft formula is expected.
... you don't like working on task lists.
... a complete abandonment of the Ubisoft formula is expected.
reviewed at 06/03/2025 - News: AC Shadows - Wann kommt unser Test zum Japan-Ableger? [read the full review on GameStar]
[87/100] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Test: Assassin's Creed Shadows - Unser großer Test: Ich lag komplett daneben [read the full review on GameStar]
reviewed at 02/04/2025 - Video: Assassin's Creed Shadows: Wir testen unsere neue Rüstung an einer Burgbesatzung [read the full review on GameStar]
reviewed at 29/04/2025 - News: Assassin's Creed Shadows - Der wohl älteste Spieler ist stolze 90 Jahre alt und wird gerade im Netz gefeiert [read the full review on GameStar]
[0/] reviewed at 24/12/2025 - Plus - Test: Assassin's Creed Shadows - Nachtest: Im zweiten Durchgang macht das Japan-Abenteuer mehr Spaß als je zuvor [read the full review on GameStar]
[87/100] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Test: Assassin's Creed Shadows - Unser großer Test: Ich lag komplett daneben [read the full review on GameStar]
reviewed at 02/04/2025 - Video: Assassin's Creed Shadows: Wir testen unsere neue Rüstung an einer Burgbesatzung [read the full review on GameStar]
reviewed at 29/04/2025 - News: Assassin's Creed Shadows - Der wohl älteste Spieler ist stolze 90 Jahre alt und wird gerade im Netz gefeiert [read the full review on GameStar]
[0/] reviewed at 24/12/2025 - Plus - Test: Assassin's Creed Shadows - Nachtest: Im zweiten Durchgang macht das Japan-Abenteuer mehr Spaß als je zuvor [read the full review on GameStar]
17
20
GameWave
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on GameWave]
85
100
Console Tribe
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Console Tribe]
17
20
JeuxActu.com
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on JeuxActu.com]
17
20
SpiritGamer
reviewed at 31/03/2025 - [read the full review on SpiritGamer]
8
10
GameKult.com
The fluidity of Naoe
The brutality of Yasuke
The symbiosis of two visions
A gripping and theatrical narrative
Different interesting character arcs
Artistically sharp
Just the right amount of playtime
An almost bug-free AC
An organic, living and coherent world
A game that aims to please everyone
The brutality of Yasuke
The symbiosis of two visions
A gripping and theatrical narrative
Different interesting character arcs
Artistically sharp
Just the right amount of playtime
An almost bug-free AC
An organic, living and coherent world
A game that aims to please everyone
An intro that drags on a bit.
Lack of audacity
Dispensable, even cumbersome mechanics
A feeling of emptiness nonetheless
A game that tries too hard to please everyone
Lack of audacity
Dispensable, even cumbersome mechanics
A feeling of emptiness nonetheless
A game that tries too hard to please everyone
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on GameKult.com]
4
5
EuroGamer.fr
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on EuroGamer.fr]
8
10
GameHope
[8/10] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows (Xbox Series) [read the full review on GameHope]
[8/10] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows (PS5) [read the full review on GameHope]
[8/10] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows (PC) [read the full review on GameHope]
[8/10] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows (PS5) [read the full review on GameHope]
[8/10] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows (PC) [read the full review on GameHope]
4
5
GamesRadar
+
Two protagonists provide the best of both worlds for Assassin's Creed fans
+
Scenery you can (and will) spend hours obsessing over
+
Best-in-class combat for the series
Two protagonists provide the best of both worlds for Assassin's Creed fans
+
Scenery you can (and will) spend hours obsessing over
+
Best-in-class combat for the series
-
A scattershot story with a disappointing conclusion
-
The Knowledge system gets repetitive once you've seen every activity type
A scattershot story with a disappointing conclusion
-
The Knowledge system gets repetitive once you've seen every activity type
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on GamesRadar]
8
10
wccftech
Solid narrative and characters
Good pacing that keeps the story at around 40 hours of length
Excellent stealth and combat, especially at Expert difficulty
Reduced handholding for main and side quests
Amazing visuals, some of the best seen in gaming to date
A lot of different gameplay systems to get more involved in the game's world...
Good pacing that keeps the story at around 40 hours of length
Excellent stealth and combat, especially at Expert difficulty
Reduced handholding for main and side quests
Amazing visuals, some of the best seen in gaming to date
A lot of different gameplay systems to get more involved in the game's world...
...that often serve little purpose other than artificially inflating the playtime
Even with all the improvements, it is still the Assassin's Creed RPG formula seen since Origins
The choice of protagonists and the historical inaccuracies can be a turn off
Mediocre English voice acting
30 FPS lock for cutscenes
Even with all the improvements, it is still the Assassin's Creed RPG formula seen since Origins
The choice of protagonists and the historical inaccuracies can be a turn off
Mediocre English voice acting
30 FPS lock for cutscenes
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on wccftech]
8
10
Numerama
An absolutely stunning Japan
The best infiltration gameplay in the series
A formula at its peak
The best infiltration gameplay in the series
A formula at its peak
Facial animations
Missions too uninspired
We want more staging!
Missions too uninspired
We want more staging!
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Numerama]
8
10
GameReactor
Amazing story and narrative. Great presentation. Tight combat. Improved stealth. Better progression.
Open world lacks refinement. Quest design is too repetitive. Question mark points of interest belong in the past.
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on GameReactor]
8
10
Shacknews
Interesting characters that bring their own narrative and gameplay value
A beautifully realized world
Combat is fun, proving to be frantic and rewarding
The contrasting combat styles allow you to take a break from one to explore the other
An easy transmog system so you can look your best
The game ran very smoothly for me on PC
A beautifully realized world
Combat is fun, proving to be frantic and rewarding
The contrasting combat styles allow you to take a break from one to explore the other
An easy transmog system so you can look your best
The game ran very smoothly for me on PC
Some pretty obvious asset reuse, from structures to enemy camp layouts
Awkward traversal at times
Reasonably rare animation issues, but enough to be worth mentioning
Occasionally, the voice acting of NPCs was a little weak
It doesn't really try to push the series forward in an exciting way
Awkward traversal at times
Reasonably rare animation issues, but enough to be worth mentioning
Occasionally, the voice acting of NPCs was a little weak
It doesn't really try to push the series forward in an exciting way
reviewed at 01/01/1970 - [read the full review on Shacknews]
8
10
Presse Citron
Scenario and atmosphere
Base camp management
The infiltration
The seasons have an effect on the way of playing.
Overall a good work
Base camp management
The infiltration
The seasons have an effect on the way of playing.
Overall a good work
Graphics that can be improved
Game mechanics seen and reviewed
Messy fights
Movements are still not smooth enough.
Game mechanics seen and reviewed
Messy fights
Movements are still not smooth enough.
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Presse Citron]
4
5
Geek Generation
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Geek Generation]
8
10
Push Square
Intriguing, twisting story
Naoe and Yasuke are great protagonists
Open world Japan is a joy
Superb weather and season systems
Solid combat, slick stealth
Striking soundtrack
Naoe and Yasuke are great protagonists
Open world Japan is a joy
Superb weather and season systems
Solid combat, slick stealth
Striking soundtrack
Combat eventually loses its edge
RPG elements can feel forced
English dub is rough
RPG elements can feel forced
English dub is rough
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Push Square]
8
10
Movies Games and Tech
Stunning recreation of feudal Japan with detailed environments and immersive atmosphere.
+Dynamic seasonal changes that impact both visuals and gameplay mechanics.
+Engaging dual-character system with distinct playstyles.
+Satisfying combat with a variety of weapons and engraving customization.
+Meaningful Base-building mechanics with customization options. -Some story choices lack real consequences, leading to similar outcomes. -Enemy AI does leave a lot of room for improvement as its too easy to exploit for stealth. Reviewed on Windows PC
+Dynamic seasonal changes that impact both visuals and gameplay mechanics.
+Engaging dual-character system with distinct playstyles.
+Satisfying combat with a variety of weapons and engraving customization.
+Meaningful Base-building mechanics with customization options. -Some story choices lack real consequences, leading to similar outcomes. -Enemy AI does leave a lot of room for improvement as its too easy to exploit for stealth. Reviewed on Windows PC
Broken beyond belief
Poor at indicating where to go next
Uninteresting and non-challenging puzzles
Story gets a bit too obtuse at times
My run completely locked itself
Poor at indicating where to go next
Uninteresting and non-challenging puzzles
Story gets a bit too obtuse at times
My run completely locked itself
[8/10] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Review: Assassin's creed Shadows [read the full review on Movies Games and Tech]
reviewed at 09/12/2025 - Review: Ayasa: Shadows of Silence [read the full review on Movies Games and Tech]
reviewed at 09/12/2025 - Review: Ayasa: Shadows of Silence [read the full review on Movies Games and Tech]
8
10
Well Played
Rich, beautiful rendition of Sengoku era Japan
Stealth gameplay is some of the series? best
Exploration-first open world design is a big step forward
Satisfying RPG gear and hideout progression
Both Naoe and Yasuke are compelling protagonists
Stealth gameplay is some of the series? best
Exploration-first open world design is a big step forward
Satisfying RPG gear and hideout progression
Both Naoe and Yasuke are compelling protagonists
Main story and character beats feel lost in the middle act
Dual-protagonist setup feels awkwardly implemented at times
Dual-protagonist setup feels awkwardly implemented at times
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Well Played]
8
10
GamersGlobal
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on GamersGlobal]
8
10
GeekNPlay
Feudal Japan
A rich and captivating story
Many side quests
The shelter!
The league/scouting system
A rich and captivating story
Many side quests
The shelter!
The league/scouting system
Too much wind!
Too much darkness
Several enemies at the same time...
Too much darkness
Several enemies at the same time...
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on GeekNPlay]
8
10
Areajugones
A very well-crafted plot
A great Spanish dubbing with voices that will be familiar to players.
Secondary content
Game mechanics retrieved from deliveries of yesteryear
Culture and philosophy of the time
Traditional Japanese activities
A great Spanish dubbing with voices that will be familiar to players.
Secondary content
Game mechanics retrieved from deliveries of yesteryear
Culture and philosophy of the time
Traditional Japanese activities
Very occasional bugs that do not affect the gaming experience.
Underutilized areas and props on stage during the stealthy assassination of enemies.
Underutilized areas and props on stage during the stealthy assassination of enemies.
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Areajugones]
8
10
Pizza Fria
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Pizza Fria]
8
10
GamesVillage
Faithful and immersive Japanese setting
The protagonists present a wide variety of approaches.
A grand return to the secretive origins of the series.
The protagonists present a wide variety of approaches.
A grand return to the secretive origins of the series.
Game pace too sluggish
Some design choices excessively familiar
Limited variety of scenarios and side missions
Some design choices excessively familiar
Limited variety of scenarios and side missions
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on GamesVillage]
8
10
HardwareZone
Finally, a dual protagonist AC storyline that is actually well-written
Gorgeous visuals and audio
Best stealth mechanics in the series yet
Gorgeous visuals and audio
Best stealth mechanics in the series yet
Wider narrative still feels like its reused from past titles
Game suffers from the same repetitive action and quests after a while
Game suffers from the same repetitive action and quests after a while
reviewed at 19/03/2025 - [read the full review on HardwareZone]
8
10
Phenixx Gaming
Solid, Katana-based Ubisoft-ified combat.
A stunning world to explore and navigate.
The differences between Naoe and Yasuke.
The new vague-direction quest marking.
A stunning world to explore and navigate.
The differences between Naoe and Yasuke.
The new vague-direction quest marking.
A second act that forgets to really show up too much.
So many American accents in the English translation.
So many American accents in the English translation.
reviewed at 19/03/2025 - [read the full review on Phenixx Gaming]
4
5
Absolute Geeks
[4/5] reviewed at 19/03/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows : blades of the rising sun [read the full review on Absolute Geeks]
[4/5] reviewed at 19/03/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows: Blades Of The Rising Sun [read the full review on Absolute Geeks]
[4/5] reviewed at 19/03/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows: Blades Of The Rising Sun [read the full review on Absolute Geeks]
4
5
Twinfinite
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Twinfinite]
8
10
GameInformer
reviewed at 24/03/2025 - [read the full review on GameInformer]
4
5
GamesCreed
The story is incredibly well-written and has great dialogue. The main storyline and side missions are immersive, and it's great that you can switch between the two protagonists at any time.
The combat is the best in the franchise, with its series of impressive mechanics, weapons, takedowns, boss fights, and more.
The stealth is among the best in the franchise, as you feel like the ultimate assassin.
The visuals are out of this world, and the designs throughout make you feel like you're actually in Japan's historical period.
The combat is the best in the franchise, with its series of impressive mechanics, weapons, takedowns, boss fights, and more.
The stealth is among the best in the franchise, as you feel like the ultimate assassin.
The visuals are out of this world, and the designs throughout make you feel like you're actually in Japan's historical period.
Despite how good the combat is, it?s occasionally clunky.
Microtransactions are still a thing in the Assassin?s Creed franchise, but they shouldn?t have a place in this franchise, let alone in video games.
The game is very intensive, and you may need a very powerful PC to have a compelling gaming experience.
Microtransactions are still a thing in the Assassin?s Creed franchise, but they shouldn?t have a place in this franchise, let alone in video games.
The game is very intensive, and you may need a very powerful PC to have a compelling gaming experience.
reviewed at 25/03/2025 - [read the full review on GamesCreed]
8
10
Game-eXperience.it
reviewed at 26/03/2025 - [read the full review on Game-eXperience.it]
8
10
HeartBits VG
The two protagonists offer something different.
The graphics are very nice.
You are no longer overwhelmed by so many icons.
Gameplay that allows you to choose between stealth and punching.
The creation of your base is super cool
The graphics are very nice.
You are no longer overwhelmed by so many icons.
Gameplay that allows you to choose between stealth and punching.
The creation of your base is super cool
The story can become a bit dull.
The photo mode is very basic.
Some bugs from time to time
The photo mode is very basic.
Some bugs from time to time
reviewed at 28/03/2025 - [read the full review on HeartBits VG]
8
10
Geeky
reviewed at 04/04/2025 - [read the full review on Geeky]
4
5
PXLBBQ
reviewed at 04/04/2025 - [read the full review on PXLBBQ]
8
10
NerdMovieProductions
Naoe and Yasuke are two very successful protagonists.
A vast world... but not too much
Technically majestic
A vast world... but not too much
Technically majestic
This will not change the opinion of the detractors of the saga.
We would have preferred a greater variety in the "Assassination" missions.
We would have preferred a greater variety in the "Assassination" missions.
reviewed at 17/04/2025 - [read the full review on NerdMovieProductions]
8
10
GadgetGear
Impressive and majestic
Beautifully designed open world
Variety in gameplay
Narrative focus on one of the two protagonists
Repetitive elements
Beautifully designed open world
Variety in gameplay
Narrative focus on one of the two protagonists
Repetitive elements
Impressive impressive
Beautiful open world elegantly designed
Variety in gameplay
Narrative focus on one of the two protagonists
Repetitive elements
Beautiful open world elegantly designed
Variety in gameplay
Narrative focus on one of the two protagonists
Repetitive elements
reviewed at 23/04/2025 - [read the full review on GadgetGear]
8
10
Nintendo Life
The best open world in the series
Naoe and Yasuke are both great to play as
Overflowing with content
Enjoyable, versatile combat
A wealth of accessibility options
Kittens and puppies!
Naoe and Yasuke are both great to play as
Overflowing with content
Enjoyable, versatile combat
A wealth of accessibility options
Kittens and puppies!
Unstable frame rate when undocked
Some presentation issues resulting from the port
Lots of tedious quest design
Some presentation issues resulting from the port
Lots of tedious quest design
reviewed at 01/12/2025 - [read the full review on Nintendo Life]
8
10
Nintendo-Town
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Naoe et son gameplay furtif
Yasuke et son gameplay bourrin
Un Japon que l?on adore parcourir
Une histoire prenante et touchante
Une formule qui fonctionne toujours aussi bien
Jouer à Assassin?s Creed Shadows sur Nintendo Switch 2 !
Naoe et son gameplay furtif
Yasuke et son gameplay bourrin
Un Japon que l?on adore parcourir
Une histoire prenante et touchante
Une formule qui fonctionne toujours aussi bien
Mais une formule aussi qui peine à se renouveler
Après une trentaine d?heures, une lassitude peut s?installer
Une routine de gameplay un peu lourde
Un Yasuke qui peine à convaincre
Des concessions de FPS et de qualité de textures un peu difficiles parfois
Une gestion des ombres et des lieux sombres aux fraises
Après une trentaine d?heures, une lassitude peut s?installer
Une routine de gameplay un peu lourde
Un Yasuke qui peine à convaincre
Des concessions de FPS et de qualité de textures un peu difficiles parfois
Une gestion des ombres et des lieux sombres aux fraises
reviewed at 06/12/2025 - [read the full review on Nintendo-Town]
8
10
Nintendoros
Cultural immersion.
Graphics.
Fight.
Graphics.
Fight.
Reflections.
Sometimes the lights do not work properly.
At 8pm, it starts to become repetitive.
Sometimes the lights do not work properly.
At 8pm, it starts to become repetitive.
reviewed at 07/12/2025 - [read the full review on Nintendoros]
4
5
N-Gamz
Sumptuous panoramas
A well-finished Ubi game at launch
Interesting adrenaline system for special moves
Two very different characters to handle
Cheaper than the other versions
Long lifespan / Being able to play AC Shadows anywhere
A multitude of additional tasks to do, including building your headquarters.
Good French dubbing
Very successful music
30fps constant in portable mode
Best prologue of the entire saga
Pretty stylish fights
Great climate and lighting effects
High quality portage, like Star Wars Outlaws
Exciting historical narrative
Touch screen used on the map and menus
A well-finished Ubi game at launch
Interesting adrenaline system for special moves
Two very different characters to handle
Cheaper than the other versions
Long lifespan / Being able to play AC Shadows anywhere
A multitude of additional tasks to do, including building your headquarters.
Good French dubbing
Very successful music
30fps constant in portable mode
Best prologue of the entire saga
Pretty stylish fights
Great climate and lighting effects
High quality portage, like Star Wars Outlaws
Exciting historical narrative
Touch screen used on the map and menus
Resolution taking a hit
Redundant Ubi mechanics like the Eagle Towers
Meta story that no longer knows where it's going
Camera issues during fights and visibility problems in the forest
Perfectible artificial intelligence
Frame rate drops during combat in the city, especially when docked.
No Ray-Tracing unlike Star Wars Outlaws.
Redundant Ubi mechanics like the Eagle Towers
Meta story that no longer knows where it's going
Camera issues during fights and visibility problems in the forest
Perfectible artificial intelligence
Frame rate drops during combat in the city, especially when docked.
No Ray-Tracing unlike Star Wars Outlaws.
[4/5] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows : Test Vidéo PS5 Pro ! Le sauveur d'Ubisoft ? [read the full review on N-Gamz]
[4/5] reviewed at 28/12/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows : Test Vidéo Switch 2 ! Un portage mémorable ? [read the full review on N-Gamz]
[4/5] reviewed at 28/12/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows : Test Vidéo Switch 2 ! Un portage mémorable ? [read the full review on N-Gamz]
79
100
COGconnected
Fantastic world building
Two distinct combat styles
Less open world busywork
Enjoyable new mechanics
Two distinct combat styles
Less open world busywork
Enjoyable new mechanics
Switching between characters is not seamless
Narrative pacing
Not a huge leap forward for AC
Questions about non-curated performance
Narrative pacing
Not a huge leap forward for AC
Questions about non-curated performance
[79/100] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows ? A New Dynamic Duo [read the full review on COGconnected]
reviewed at 21/03/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed: Shadows Video ? A Dynamic Duo [read the full review on COGconnected]
reviewed at 21/03/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed: Shadows Video ? A Dynamic Duo [read the full review on COGconnected]
78
100
Fortress Of Solitude
Beautiful
Boring
reviewed at 29/04/2025 - [read the full review on Fortress Of Solitude]
7
10
ActuGaming
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on ActuGaming]
7
10
Press Start
Terrific balance of experience due to dual protagonists
This game?s Japan is as beautiful as any map I?ve seen
Honest to the expected ?Assassin?s Creed experience?
Great performance and stability for such a big game
This game?s Japan is as beautiful as any map I?ve seen
Honest to the expected ?Assassin?s Creed experience?
Great performance and stability for such a big game
I?d hoped for a braver swing in following up Valhalla?s experience
The interest per square foot in this map is just now there
So often the parkour would creep into clunky territory
The interest per square foot in this map is just now there
So often the parkour would creep into clunky territory
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Press Start]
7
10
PCGames
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on PCGames]
7
10
SuccesOne
Visually stunning on Xbox Series X|S
Quality main stories
The high-quality gameplay of Naoe and Yasuke
The interactive environment with the seasons
No bugs for the Xbox Series X version
Reduced game lifespan compared to its predecessors.
Perfect symbiosis between Yasuke and Naoe
Overall atmosphere of the game
High quality soundtrack
Quality main stories
The high-quality gameplay of Naoe and Yasuke
The interactive environment with the seasons
No bugs for the Xbox Series X version
Reduced game lifespan compared to its predecessors.
Perfect symbiosis between Yasuke and Naoe
Overall atmosphere of the game
High quality soundtrack
The useless animus
Catastrophic facial animations
Narrative framework in the background of its predecessors
Unnecessary side quests (such as FEDEX type)
Catastrophic facial animations
Narrative framework in the background of its predecessors
Unnecessary side quests (such as FEDEX type)
reviewed at 20/03/2025 - [read the full review on SuccesOne]
7
10
Niche Gamer
Beautiful terrains and visuals
A wide variety of accessibility options
New mechanics that bring some fresh air into the series
Ability to create your own base and customize it in different ways
Returns to the RPG mechanics
A wide variety of accessibility options
New mechanics that bring some fresh air into the series
Ability to create your own base and customize it in different ways
Returns to the RPG mechanics
Lacking story and Yasuke feels like an afterthought
Forced yellow climbing indicators
Odd use of modern music in certain fights
Turning on guided mode disables certain achievements
Gain more experience from exploring than you do fighting
Forced yellow climbing indicators
Odd use of modern music in certain fights
Turning on guided mode disables certain achievements
Gain more experience from exploring than you do fighting
reviewed at 07/04/2025 - [read the full review on Niche Gamer]
7
10
DisplayWeb
reviewed at 12/04/2025 - [read the full review on DisplayWeb]
60
100
JVFrance
Docked version: 2K and stable 30 fps.
A portable version that generally holds up.
A gargantuan adventure sold at a reasonable price
Cross-progression available through Ubisoft Connect.
The touchscreen support for navigating through menus: very convenient
Last update already applied with the modification of the parkour.
A portable version that generally holds up.
A gargantuan adventure sold at a reasonable price
Cross-progression available through Ubisoft Connect.
The touchscreen support for navigating through menus: very convenient
Last update already applied with the modification of the parkour.
Some slowdowns in portable mode during battles despite a reduced resolution.
Lack of stability in the menus with many crashes.
Aliasing, popping, reduced display distance, low textures: obvious compromises
No support for the mouse mode of Joy Con 2.
The HD vibrations lack finesse (but remain adjustable)
Lack of stability in the menus with many crashes.
Aliasing, popping, reduced display distance, low textures: obvious compromises
No support for the mouse mode of Joy Con 2.
The HD vibrations lack finesse (but remain adjustable)
reviewed at 23/01/2025 - PREVIEW | On a testé Assassin's Creed Shadows sur PC [read the full review on JVFrance]
[60/100] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - TEST Assassin's Creed Shadows : l'ombre d'un grand jeu, mais pas la lumière [read the full review on JVFrance]
[70/100] reviewed at 04/12/2025 - TEST Assassin's Creed Shadows : Une prouesse technique sur Nintendo Switch 2 bien qu'encore imparfaite [read the full review on JVFrance]
[60/100] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - TEST Assassin's Creed Shadows : l'ombre d'un grand jeu, mais pas la lumière [read the full review on JVFrance]
[70/100] reviewed at 04/12/2025 - TEST Assassin's Creed Shadows : Une prouesse technique sur Nintendo Switch 2 bien qu'encore imparfaite [read the full review on JVFrance]
70
100
Switch-Actu
A good baby carrier?
Feudal Japan, a real pleasure to explore
Special attention given to the sound and visual atmosphere
The complementarity and complicity of Naoe and Yasuke
An interesting plot
Side quests more relevant than usual
Feudal Japan, a real pleasure to explore
Special attention given to the sound and visual atmosphere
The complementarity and complicity of Naoe and Yasuke
An interesting plot
Side quests more relevant than usual
? which still needs to be fine-tuned
Yasuke is less pleasant to control than Naoe.
A feeling of repetitiveness after about twenty hours.
A combat system and parkour to improve
Yasuke is less pleasant to control than Naoe.
A feeling of repetitiveness after about twenty hours.
A combat system and parkour to improve
reviewed at 24/12/2025 - [read the full review on Switch-Actu]
7
10
3RD Strike
Atmosphere
Map design
Enjoyable mix between combat and exploration
Map design
Enjoyable mix between combat and exploration
Bad: Not that impressed by the overall story
Lots of smaller bugs
Character swapping becomes tedious
Lots of smaller bugs
Character swapping becomes tedious
[7/10] reviewed at 31/03/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows ? [read the full review on 3RD Strike]
[7/10] reviewed at 29/12/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows (Switch 2) ? [read the full review on 3RD Strike]
[7/10] reviewed at 29/12/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows (Switch 2) ? [read the full review on 3RD Strike]
9
10
MKAU Gaming
Immersive story
Beautiful visuals
Great audio voices and environmental
Fluid accessible gameplay
Great new features
Different characters made it feel like a different game
Beautiful visuals
Great audio voices and environmental
Fluid accessible gameplay
Great new features
Different characters made it feel like a different game
Minor texture glitches
[9/10] reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows (Xbox Series X) ? [read the full review on MKAU Gaming]
[8/10] reviewed at 05/12/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows (Nintendo Switch 2) ? [read the full review on MKAU Gaming]
[6/10] reviewed at 10/12/2025 - Test Ayasa: Shadows of Silence (Steam) ? [read the full review on MKAU Gaming]
[8/10] reviewed at 05/12/2025 - Test Assassin's Creed Shadows (Nintendo Switch 2) ? [read the full review on MKAU Gaming]
[6/10] reviewed at 10/12/2025 - Test Ayasa: Shadows of Silence (Steam) ? [read the full review on MKAU Gaming]
5
10
Journal du Geek
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Journal du Geek]
5
10
GameOver
reviewed at 21/03/2025 - [read the full review on GameOver]
4
10
Vandal
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Vandal]
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not scored
Tweakers reviewed at 23/01/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows - Kiezen tussen sneaken en beuken [read the full review on Tweakers]
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows - Onorigineel recept zorgt voor lekker gerecht [read the full review on Tweakers]
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows - Onorigineel recept zorgt voor lekker gerecht [read the full review on Tweakers]
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not scored
hyNerd.it reviewed at 25/02/2025 - Assassin?s Creed Shadows, quanti spoiler sul web! (ma le prevendite vanno bene) [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 10/03/2025 - Assassin?s Creed Shadows tra DLC e Bonus: tutto quello che devi sapere [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 20/03/2025 - Assassin?s Creed Shadows, ecco la lista trofei per il Platinum completa [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 20/03/2025 - Assassin?s Creed Shadows: le uccisioni one-shot ci sono, ma vanno attivate dalle impostazioni [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 20/03/2025 - Assassin?s Creed Shadows: il fascino del Giappone Feudale tra storia e azione [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 10/03/2025 - Assassin?s Creed Shadows tra DLC e Bonus: tutto quello che devi sapere [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 20/03/2025 - Assassin?s Creed Shadows, ecco la lista trofei per il Platinum completa [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 20/03/2025 - Assassin?s Creed Shadows: le uccisioni one-shot ci sono, ma vanno attivate dalle impostazioni [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 20/03/2025 - Assassin?s Creed Shadows: il fascino del Giappone Feudale tra storia e azione [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
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DigitalTrendsMemorable characters
Sharp stealth
Painstakingly crafted open-world
Peaceful exploration
Sharp stealth
Painstakingly crafted open-world
Peaceful exploration
Messy story
Bizarre Animus content
Thin combat
Bizarre Animus content
Thin combat
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on DigitalTrends]
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not scored
Xbox-World reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Xbox-World]
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not scored
Windows CentralBeautiful, detailed, and dynamic visuals
Refined action-RPG gameplay with less bloat and more fluidity
Dual protagonists with distinct, equally fun playstyles
Excellent focus on accessible and approachable design
Refined action-RPG gameplay with less bloat and more fluidity
Dual protagonists with distinct, equally fun playstyles
Excellent focus on accessible and approachable design
Side quests and activities can still feel repetitive at times
A truly massive game once again
A truly massive game once again
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Windows Central]
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not scored
TechRaptorStrong start to the story
Fun stealth and combat
Unique Tank Gameplay
Fun stealth and combat
Unique Tank Gameplay
Story tries to hit a wordcount
Equipment System lacks excitement
Open World emptiness
Equipment System lacks excitement
Open World emptiness
reviewed at 17/03/2025 - [read the full review on TechRaptor]
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not scored
Vamers reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Vamers]
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not scored
Computer Bild reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Computer Bild]
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not scored
VideoLudosTwo characters with different gameplay
Nice scenario
Endearing NPC
Database management aspect
General atmosphere
Some quests are truly captivating.
The skills trees are consistent.
Nice scenario
Endearing NPC
Database management aspect
General atmosphere
Some quests are truly captivating.
The skills trees are consistent.
Exploration a bit messy
Some fights are too easy.
Some fights are too easy.
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on VideoLudos]
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not scored
GeekCulture reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on GeekCulture]
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Multiplayer.itTechnically, it is excellent especially for recreating scenarios.
The care taken in historical reconstruction is commendable.
The two characters really offer two very distinct styles of play.
This is exactly what you would expect from an AC.
The care taken in historical reconstruction is commendable.
The two characters really offer two very distinct styles of play.
This is exactly what you would expect from an AC.
The gameplay loop related to assassinations is very repetitive.
Sometimes, it can be very frustrating during checks.
Fights are never really exciting.
This is exactly what you expect from an AC.
Sometimes, it can be very frustrating during checks.
Fights are never really exciting.
This is exactly what you expect from an AC.
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Multiplayer.it]
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ComputerBase reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on ComputerBase]
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not scored
GamesWeltFabulous graphics thanks to a new engine
Dreamy lighting atmosphere and breathtaking weather effects.
A beautifully designed game world with four changing seasons.
two protagonists with different playing styles and strong personalities
Many small gameplay improvements with a big impact.
less pressure for 100% completion
Less quantity than quality despite 60 to 80 hours of gameplay.
Stealth is back
More varied combat system
Fascinating insights into Japanese culture and history.
a very good soundtrack (both in German and English)
Dreamy lighting atmosphere and breathtaking weather effects.
A beautifully designed game world with four changing seasons.
two protagonists with different playing styles and strong personalities
Many small gameplay improvements with a big impact.
less pressure for 100% completion
Less quantity than quality despite 60 to 80 hours of gameplay.
Stealth is back
More varied combat system
Fascinating insights into Japanese culture and history.
a very good soundtrack (both in German and English)
In the long term, exhausting many secondary objectives of attacks (but largely optional)
A lack of refinement and diversity in secondary activities.
The combat system quickly becomes monotonous over time.
dubious violence against civilians
A lack of refinement and diversity in secondary activities.
The combat system quickly becomes monotonous over time.
dubious violence against civilians
reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on GamesWelt]
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not scored
Smartworld reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Smartworld]
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not scored
M2 Gaming reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on M2 Gaming]
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not scored
Engadget reviewed at 18/03/2025 - [read the full review on Engadget]
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not scored
FactorNews.com reviewed at 23/03/2025 - [read the full review on FactorNews.com]
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not scored
TestingBuddiesCrosssave allows you to continue games started on other platforms.
Practical use via touchscreen
The cutscenes on the Switch 2 look very clean.
Fights, movement and courses with smooth performance
Good overall view
Practical use via touchscreen
The cutscenes on the Switch 2 look very clean.
Fights, movement and courses with smooth performance
Good overall view
A strong imprecision reigns over everything.
Curly hair representation
Blurry and not very plastic textures
Surfaces often appear painted, so there is little difference between different materials.
Visible rechargeable items, especially in horseback riding.
Sparkling on the edges during fast movements, for example during a fight.
Curly hair representation
Blurry and not very plastic textures
Surfaces often appear painted, so there is little difference between different materials.
Visible rechargeable items, especially in horseback riding.
Sparkling on the edges during fast movements, for example during a fight.
reviewed at 20/03/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows im Test: Ubisofts Meisterstück im feudalen Japan [read the full review on TestingBuddies]
reviewed at 11/12/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows für Switch 2 im Test: Überzeugt Ubisofts Japan-Ausflug auch hier? [read the full review on TestingBuddies]
reviewed at 11/12/2025 - Assassin's Creed Shadows für Switch 2 im Test: Überzeugt Ubisofts Japan-Ausflug auch hier? [read the full review on TestingBuddies]
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Lords of Gaming reviewed at 06/04/2025 - [read the full review on Lords of Gaming]
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not scored
Vida Extra reviewed at 15/04/2025 - [read the full review on Vida Extra]
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not scored
Future Zone reviewed at 19/04/2025 - [read the full review on Future Zone]
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not scored
NotebookCheck reviewed at 06/05/2025 - [read the full review on NotebookCheck]
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BeebomIconic story and gripping characters
Magical display of feudal Japan
Great character progression system
Dynamic and satisfying combat
Smooth transition of characters
Magical display of feudal Japan
Great character progression system
Dynamic and satisfying combat
Smooth transition of characters
Level-gated main story
Weapon equip issues
Weapon equip issues
reviewed at 10/10/2025 - [read the full review on Beebom]
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not scored
GeekiT reviewed at 30/10/2025 - [read the full review on GeekiT]
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not scored
4players reviewed at 01/12/2025 - [read the full review on 4players]
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not scored
CoupleOfGamer reviewed at 11/12/2025 - [read the full review on CoupleOfGamer]
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not scored
MeriStation reviewed at 14/12/2025 - [read the full review on MeriStation]
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