Assassin’s Creed Shadows Reveals How Yasuke Performs a ‘Leap of Faith’

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Assassin's Creed Shadows Reveals How Yasuke Performs a 'Leap of Faith'

Highlights

  • Assassin’s Creed Shadows will bring back the Leap of Faith, a series staple.
  • Both Yasuke and Naoe can perform the Leap of Faith, but Yasuke’s clumsy execution adds a fun subversion to the concept and reflects his muscular brute force playstyle in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.
  • Assassin’s Creed Shadows is the first game in the series to offer dual protagonists with unique playstyles, encouraging players to explore the distinct abilities of Naoe and Yasuke in-depth.

As a long-time Assassin’s Creed fan who has leapt countless times from towering heights in the name of stealth and style, it’s a breath of fresh air to see Yasuke’s clumsy take on the iconic Leap of Faith in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. It’s a hilarious twist that not only adds a touch of humor to the game, but also showcases the distinct playstyles of our dual protagonists, Naoe and Yasuke.

A recently unveiled clip from the upcoming “Assassin’s Creed Shadows” highlights an amusing alteration to the well-known “Leap of Faith” move, executed by character Yasuke in this installment. Unlike previous games in the series, “Assassin’s Creed Shadows” introduces dual protagonists, but it significantly expands upon the concept with unique playstyles for Naoe and Yasuke. While Naoe leans towards a stealthy approach, Yasuke provides a more aggressive and action-packed gaming experience.

As a dedicated Assassin’s Creed gamer, I’ve always loved pulling off the Leap of Faith, a daring move that’s been part of this epic series since its inception. It might sound poetic to some that it represents overcoming adversity or taking a leap of faith, but for me, it’s all about the thrill of leaping from a towering height and landing safely on a soft target like a pile of hay below – quite an unrealistic feat in real life, I must admit. Yet, the quirky charm of this move has made it a beloved feature in every Assassin’s Creed game I’ve played.

In the game Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the iconic move Leap of Faith makes a comeback, but with an amusing modification. A video posted on Twitter by user Access The Animus depicts Yasuke performing the Leap of Faith from a rooftop, only to execute a less-than-graceful flight before landing awkwardly flat on a haystack and rolling off it. While smooth descents might not be Yasuke’s forte, given his burly build and armored attire, it’s Naoe who is intended to be the agile and stealthy protagonist of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, skilled in parkour and stealth.

Yasuke’s Clumsy Leap of Faith Shows Fine Attention to Detail from Ubisoft

Regardless, the subversion of the Leap of Faith for Yasuke is not only amusing, but also maintains cohesiveness in the context of the world and characters, standing as a fine example of Ubisoft’s attention to detail in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. It also stands as a great example of the gameplay variety between Assassin’s Creed Shadows‘ dual protagonists, encouraging players to attune themselves to the playstyles of both Naoe and Yasuke to have an optimal experience with the game.

It’s unclear if there are more subtle differences between Yasuke and Naoe in “Assassin’s Creed Shadows,” beyond their weapon selections and fighting styles. Fortunately, it appears that the debate and criticism surrounding the game has lessened in the past few weeks, which is a hopeful indication as Ubisoft prepares for the game’s release on November 12.

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2024-08-21 12:03