Zanny Weighs In on Ubisoft’s Latest: Assassin’s Creed Shadows
For more than a decade, YouTuber Zanny has built a name for himself by creating engaging video game content. Recently, he delved into the intricate world of Ubisoft’s newest entry in the Assassin’s Creed series, titled Shadows. This latest installment has faced substantial backlash, primarily due to concerns about its cultural representation, perceived insensitivity, and somewhat unremarkable gameplay mechanics.
Positive Remarks Amid Controversy
Despite the game’s criticisms, Zanny decided to try it out and ended up providing some surprisingly positive feedback during his review. His favorable comments sparked debate on social media, leading some to suspect that he may have been financially sponsored by Ubisoft. Responding to the skepticism, Zanny made a statement on X:
“I’m being called a paid Ubisoft employee cause I had good things to say about the game.”
In his gameplay video, Zanny described part of the experience as being quite enjoyable, referring to the game as “decent.” He humorously suggested:
“I have an idea. What if we continue to not buy Ubisoft games so that they keep getting motivated to make decent games like this?”
Critiques on Character Design and Gameplay
However, Zanny did not shy away from offering constructive criticism. One aspect he critiqued was regarding Yasuke, a samurai character in the game. His insights reflect concerns surrounding character fluidity and enjoyment. He expressed:
“Playing Yasuke, you’re kind of forced to play as him for the story. Makes sense I guess for the narrative, but I just don’t have as much fun playing as him… it does not feel good to be this slow and clunky in an Assassin’s Creed game.”
Humorous Take on FPS Issues
The release of Shadows has not been without its technical grievances, particularly concerning frame rates at The Hideout, the player’s main base. Players have echoed frustrations over noticeable drops in frames per second (FPS), which have detracted from the experience. In light of this, a user on X, @BradyOlsen18, suggested Zanny ask for higher FPS:
“Ask for better FPS if you’re an employee.”
Zanny, known for his witty humor, responded in a lighthearted manner, joking that such improvements are only available to higher-ranked employees within Ubisoft:
“60 FPS hideout is only for management-level employees.”
Broader Implications and Cultural Concerns
In related news, concerns have also been raised at higher governmental levels. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has publicly commented on the cultural representation within Assassin’s Creed Shadows, highlighting the ongoing dialogue surrounding the game’s depiction of historical and cultural elements.
As the gaming community continues to engage with Shadows, it remains to be seen how the developers will address both gameplay mechanics and cultural representations moving forward.