Feudal Japan era Assassin’s Creed Shadows emerges from Codename Red, trailer incoming

We already knew the setting, but Codename Red seemed like a… codename. Turns out, that’s true, and we’re about to see more of the next Assassin’s Creed faster than expected. Introducing Assassin’s Creed Shadows, one of the more “on the nose” names for an Assassin’s Creed game. Keep your eyes peeled to the Ubisoft YouTube channel, as the first trailer will arrive May 15th.

Assassin's Creed Codename Red becomes Assassin's Creed Shadows.
Tune-in for the Official Cinematic World Premiere Trailer on May 15, 9 AM PT.#AssassinsCreedShadows pic.twitter.com/xc1Q10N4Vh

— Assassin's Creed (@assassinscreed) May 13, 2024

Today, Ubisoft revealed the title of the next installment in the Assassin’s Creed franchise, Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

Stay tuned for the game’s full reveal on May 15 at 9:00 AM PT on the following channel:  

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ubisoft

In addition, starting today and until May 15, a countdown has started on Assassin’s Creed social media channels. Players are invited to crack the Hourglass puzzle. Those who succeed will be rewarded.   

Set in Feudal Japan, the game was previously teased on September 2022 as Assassin’s Creed Codename RED during the very first brand showcase dedicated to the Assassin’s Creed franchise.

Assassin’s Creed: 2022 Showcase | #UbiForward

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