Assassin's Creed Shadows is the latest entry in the iconic Assassin's Creed franchise, and it is widely anticipated by the gaming community as it nears its November launch. It is also regarded as a crucial game for Ubisoft, as it is believed that it can be the company's savior or it can lead lead it to its demise.
The company is currently facing setbacks and problems in the market, particularly as its share prices have plummeted. It should be noted that when Ubisoft first unveiled this latest Assassin's Creed game, it was met with negative feedback and controversies, particularly with its new male protagonist.
Assassin's Creed Shadows is Coming This November
There are only two months to go before Assassin's Creed Shadows drops and gives the world a new perspective on Japan's war era, particularly the time when shoguns ruled the land and the country was in an all-out civil war.
Coming this November 15, players will get to experience a different perspective in feudal Japan, combining historical records with the franchise's fictional spin. It is known to be the first Assassin's Creed game to offer two lead characters who bring different perspectives to the story.
The story follows a character named Naoe, who will focus more on the traditional Assassin's Creed theme of espionage and stealth, while the controversial black samurai, Yasuke, will offer more of brute strength as a foot soldier.
Will AC Shadows Solve Ubisoft's Growing Problems?
According to ComicBook Gaming, a lot is riding on Assassin's Creed Shadows' November launch as Ubisoft is currently struggling in the market. There are also no guarantees that this game will be a massive hit because of the controversies it has faced due to character choice.
It has been revealed that there were mixed reviews when the game first unveiled its plot and protagonists. This will surely be a deciding factor in the success or failure of the game, and ultimately, Ubisoft's future as a game developer.
Ubisoft is Struggling in the Industry
Ubisoft is not performing well in the market. A look at its chart in Google Finance shows an all-red and tumbling graph over the past quarter as well as the past year. Its price per share now sits at $2.95, with the last time shares falling below $3 taking place one decade ago.
The struggles continue for Ubisoft. With a stock drop of 40% recorded over the past year, things are not looking good for the gaming company.
Despite its struggles, the French video games company is still grinding towards its latest developments and upcoming releases, banking heavily on its upcoming Assassin's Creed Shadows title. It is set to highlight a new focus in the game as it centers on feudal Japan, where it will retell the shogunate era.
That being said, things are still not looking promising for Ubisoft, as it will reportedly shut down its AAA-rated multiplayer first-person shooter (FPS), XDefiant, if it does not improve by Season 3's end next year.
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