The reintroduction of dual protagonists in the upcoming game Assassin’s Creed Shadows had fans excited However, recent gameplay teasers have left many feeling underwhelmed, particularly with Yasuke’s combat style.
Yasuke, a formidable warrior of African descent in feudal Japan, was expected to bring a fresh perspective to the game, showcasing a unique blend of strength and agility. Yet, the latest gameplay trailer suggests that his combat feels a little clunky.
The Latest Assassin’s Creed Shadows Gameplay Showed off Its Combat Systems
One of the primary concerns surrounding Yasuke’s gameplay is its lack of impact. Unlike the fluid, quick combat seen in titles like Ghost of Tsushima, his moves feel somewhat lackluster. The animations appear clunky, lacking the finesse and quickness that should be present.
Seems like they gave naoe all of the love.Yasukes combat ,imo,just looks crazy stiff
— Jay (@Jay225Jay) June 10, 2024
Players have noted that Yasuke’s combat speed feels sluggish compared to his counterpart, Naoe. While Naoe effortlessly fights through battles with swift and agile movements, primarily stealth, he seems to struggle to keep up in terms of combat fluidity. This stark contrast in gameplay mechanics has led some fans to gravitate towards favoring Naoe as their primary protagonist, effectively treating Shadows as a single-protagonist game.
Naoe, the other half of the dual protagonist system, has gained a lot of praise for her fluid combat style and engaging gameplay. With her lightning-fast reflexes and acrobatic maneuvers, she embodies the essence of a skilled assassin, making her segments a highlight of the gameplay experience that was recently shown.
Yasuke's gameplay is ass compared to what we git with Ghost of tsushima 4 years ago
— Kaladin Stormblessed (@Kaladin1999) June 10, 2024
Fans who wanted a classic Assassin’s Creed gameplay experience will definitely prefer Naoe as well. The game is still five months away from release, so hopefully the animations, responsiveness, and fluidity of the combat will be improved by the time of the full release on November 15th.
Everything We Saw From the Game at Ubisoft Forward 2024
At Ubisoft Forward 2024, the highly anticipated game took center stage, showing off its stunning visuals and an authentic recreation of feudal Japan. The presentation kicked off with some Yasakue gameplay, before switching to Naoe as she infiltrates a stronghold in the second half of the presentation.
As the trailer unfolded, viewers were introduced to the game’s dual protagonists, Yasuke and Naoe, each with their own unique skills and backstory. The trailer also showed off a bit of the map progression system, where locations would undergo changes during the four seasons.
One of the standout features showcased during the gameplay demonstration was the ability to choose between the two for certain missions, depending on the player’s favored playstyle. Whether engaging in fast-paced sword fights as Yasuke or executing stealthy assassinations as Naoe, the game offers some great gameplay freedom in how players tackle missions and challenges.
While the concept of dual protagonists in Shadows initially sparked excitement among fans, the execution of Yasuke’s gameplay has fallen short of expectations. With its sluggish combat speed, lackluster animations, and overall underwhelming performance, there are definitely plenty of improvements to be made by the time of release.
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