Japanese Politician Calls for Probe into Assassin’s Creed Shadows

In a recent series of announcements, a Japanese politician has raised concerns and calls for a probe on Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the latest game from Ubisoft.

Satoshi Hamada, a member of the House of Councillors in Japan, said that the government is considering launching an investigation into the controversy surrounding Assassin’s Creed Shadows due to its perceived historical distortions.

“We have received complaints regarding the misrepresentation of Japanese history by a French game company,” Hamada stated.

“Accompanying these complaints are images and references highlighting specific issues with the game. We invite the public to provide their feedback and suggestions, including any specific concerns,” Hamada added.

Hamada also strongly criticized Ubisoft for allegedly ignoring historical accuracy, citing examples such as using Chinese architecture instead of Japanese, and depicting a low-ranking retainer on the same level as a high-ranking daimyo like Nobunaga.

Furthermore, complaints from Japanese citizens reportedly questioned the portrayal of Yasuke, an African-born retainer in the service of Nobunaga, suggesting that the game exaggerates his role despite limited historical evidence. Which led to the current timeline of a Japanese politician raising concerns and calls for a probe into the matter.

Later, Hamada tweeted again, thanking the public for their feedback on Assassin’s Creed Shadows and acknowledging additional concerns about cultural appropriation regarding Yasuke. Previously, Ubisoft apologized for using the historical re-enactment group’s flag without authorization in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

The game will release on November 15, 2024, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Mac and Amazon Luna.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Publisher: Ubisoft

Developer: Ubisoft Quebec

Release Date TBC

Epic Games Store, mac os, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S

Assassin's Creed Shadows is an upcoming action role-playing video game developed by Ubisoft Quebec and published by Ubisoft, set to release in November 2024. The game is the fourteenth major installment in the Assassin's Creed series and the successor to 2023's Assassin's Creed Mirage, as well as the first title to be included in the Assassin's Creed: Infinity platform.

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