Ubisoft Hypes Assassin's Creed Shadows, But Falls Short

It's been a while since we last discussed Ubisoft, hasn't it? Next Thursday, the company is set to release Assassin's Creed Shadows, a game that could very well shape the future of the entire corporation.

Today, Ubisoft’s official channel released a new video dedicated to the game. You might think this is the launch trailer, but the title labels it as a TV commercial, which raises some questions. It's not that the video is bad—it's smooth, cinematic, and visually impressive. The concern is that Ubisoft seems to be pushing the game more through traditional media. There’s nothing inherently wrong with that approach, but it's curious to see a TV ad being uploaded to Ubisoft’s YouTube channel. While this might seem like nitpicking, it doesn't exactly inspire confidence in the release.

However, let's move beyond speculation. The video effectively showcases the differences in gameplay and fighting styles between the two main protagonists. Japan looks stunning, but you can’t judge an entire game based on a one-minute cinematic. We'll have to wait for the release to get the full picture.