Assassin’s Creed Timeline: 24-Minute Recap

With the highly anticipated release of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* just weeks away, IGN has provided fans with an ultimate recap of the franchise's expansive timeline. This comprehensive summary encapsulates every major plot twist from over a decade of *Assassin’s Creed* series games, condensing the entire chronology into a concise 24-minute presentation. This brevity is not surprising, considering that much of the gameplay focuses on open-world exploration rather than extensive cinematic sequences.

The timeline starts straightforwardly, guiding players through ancient civilizations such as Greece, Egypt, and Britain before exploring the Holy Land. As the series evolves, the narrative increasingly incorporates events in the modern world, adding layers of complexity to the storyline. With *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, developers are set to strike a balance between historical and modern gameplay. While future installments are anticipated to emphasize contemporary narratives, specific details about these developments remain undisclosed.

Scheduled for release on March 20, 2025, *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* introduces the series to the rich setting of Japan, promising new gameplay mechanics and a fresh backdrop. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see how this entry will influence the ongoing saga of the Assassin-Templar conflict.