Twitch Streamer Pirate Software Reviews Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Thor, known in the streaming community as Pirate Software, has recently shared his insights on Ubisoft’s controversial game, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, via a thread on X. The game has been met with some backlash, primarily due to its portrayal of cultural themes and gameplay mechanics that many players have deemed unsatisfactory. Yet, Thor offers a different perspective.
A Contrasting View on Cultural Representation
In his initial post, Pirate Software accompanied an image of a man in a vibrant, bustling environment, asserting his enjoyment of the game. The caption echoed his enthusiasm:
“Assassin’s Creed Shadows is fun, and the environments are beautiful.”
This bold statement sparked a lively discussion among his followers, prompting Pirate Software to compile an in-depth review outlining both the advantages and disadvantages he perceives in the game.
Strengths of Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Emphasizing the game’s positive aspects, Thor highlighted the captivating storyline and the evolving combat mechanics, particularly noting the gameplay experience after reaching level 30:
“The game’s story so far has been compelling overall… Combat gets much more interesting around level 30 as you can’t just one-shot everything, and you need to take apart locations with more thought put in.”
While the game has faced scrutiny for its perceived cultural insensitivity, Pirate Software insists that the representation of Japanese culture is predominantly positive. He emphasizes the educational value found within the game:
“Cultural references have been very positive so far. I’ve learned a lot about locations, practices, and some historical figures. At no time did the game incentivize the destruction or disrespect of cultural objects or locations.”
Pirate Software’s Critiques of the Game
In the spirit of providing a balanced evaluation, Thor also pointed out several areas where he feels the game falls short.
- Clunky Movement Mechanics: He expressed concerns that the movement and climbing features felt cumbersome, particularly given the franchise’s reliance on fluid navigation. This observation aligns with comments from other content creators, such as YouTuber Zanny, who mentioned:
- Inconsistency in Thematic Elements: Thor also noted that certain intimate moments feel jarring within the context of the game:
- Concerns Regarding Microtransactions: Lastly, he voiced his discontent with the presence of microtransactions, which he feels detracts from the single-player experience:
“Movement can be clunky when everything in the world can be climbed. Ladders have an insane amount of gravity and will pull you in just by looking at them. Yasuke cannot run without trying to bullcharge any object near him…”
“The sexual scenes so far felt out of place.”
“MTX in a single player game feels bad to me. I dislike it entirely and refuse to engage in any purchases available.”
Industry Reactions and Broader Discussions
In related news, fellow YouTuber Wildcat has also spoken out against criticism he received following his sponsored gameplay video of AC Shadows, attributing negative feedback to “braindead fragile people”. This sentiment reflects the ongoing discourse surrounding community reactions to popular gaming titles.
For more insights, you can read Pirate Software’s full thoughts on his adventure with Assassin’s Creed Shadows in the linked source below.