Ubisoft's upcoming Assassin’s Creed Red, set in feudal Japan, is rumored to feature two playable protagonists, including a male Kosho samurai character named Yasuke and a female shinobi character. Although the release date and platforms have not been officially announced, rumors suggest a 2023 release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Leaks of the main menu screen seemingly confirm the presence of two playable protagonists, but the information should be taken with caution until officially confirmed.
Assassin's Creed Red is rumored to be heavily influenced by Assassin's Creed Valhalla, featuring similar combat with more gore, an evolved settlement system allowing for greater customization, and substantial improvements to the Anvil game engine. Despite these similarities, the game is expected to offer significant overhauls in animations, parkour mechanics, and dynamic weather. A full reveal is anticipated during an upcoming Ubisoft showcase.
Ubisoft confirms release windows for Star Wars Outlaws in 2024 and Assassin’s Creed: Codename Red in FY2025, with further details on the FY2024-25 lineup expected in May. Insider Gaming's exclusive report reveals internal tensions at Ubisoft, but also hints at upcoming game releases including new entries in the Ghost Recon, Far Cry, and Assassin’s Creed series, as well as a Splinter Cell Remake.
Assassin's Creed Mirage is currently on sale for $35, cheaper than its Black Friday price of $40. This highlights the benefit of waiting for game releases to get the best deals. The discounted price won't last long, so it's recommended to take advantage of it while it's available. Mirage received positive reviews and was one of IGN's best-reviewed games of 2023. Additionally, there are hints of a new Assassin's Creed game set in feudal Japan called Assassin's Creed Red.
Assassin's Creed Red will feature the first real-life protagonist in the series, based on the African Samurai Yasuke. The game will also include a female protagonist named Naoe, seeking revenge for her father's death. Yasuke's story has been rewritten to fit the game's narrative, where he survives a slave ship attack and becomes a samurai under Nobunaga's service. The two protagonists start as enemies but later become allies in their quest for Japan's unification. Other historical characters, including Oda Nobunaga and Hattori Hanzo, will also appear in the game. It remains unclear if Yasuke will be referred to by his real-life name in the final release.
Ubisoft's upcoming Japanese Assassin's Creed game, codenamed Assassin's Creed Red, may have had its protagonist leaked by a developer. The leaked image, briefly shown on the developer's LinkedIn cover photo, features a female assassin wielding a katana against a red background with the Japanese Assassin's Creed logo and a pagoda. Set in feudal Japan, Assassin's Creed Red is expected to be a premium flagship title in the style of Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Odyssey, with a potential release date in 2024. Ubisoft has a history of leaks, and more details about the game are yet to be revealed.
