Video games are all about power fantasy.

Putting us in the shoes of heroes who are capable of epic feats that reality simply cant offer up.

But the medium also understands the importance of balance.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Naoe and Yasuke Overlooking A Valley

Thats a defining problem with Yasuke inAssassins Creed Shadows.

We then fast-forward onto a battlefield where our hero slices down countless bandits without breaking a sweat.

And, for the most part, it feels great.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows image showing Naoe sneaking around.

This decision still doesnt sit right with me, and Im hoping the ship rights itself.

But even then, it fails to stick the landing.

Like I mentioned, Yasuke is powerful.

Vreso looking around the hidden dog gallery in Clair Obscur Expedition 33.

Its like throwing a Terminator intoAnimal Crossingas it tears your entire island populace to shreds.

The same goes for his new side activities and interactions.

This means you are often left with one option - pull out your katana and start slicing.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows - Yasuke

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Yasuke wearing his armor at night in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

Yasuke and Naoe in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Naoe Yasuke Sunset Silhoutte

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