Assassin's Creed Shadows puts players in Japan during the 16th century, featuring two protagonists: Naoe, a stealthy kunoichi, and Yasuke, a powerful samurai. Players can switch between their distinct playstyles - stealth and agility vs.

Ubisoft is banking on the success of "Assassin's Creed Shadows" to fight its way out of financial troubles as the French videogame publisher grapples with falling revenue, a sinking stock price and takeover speculation.