The *Assassin’s Creed* franchise has always excelled at transporting players to different historical periods and cultures. With *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Ubisoft takes a bold step into 16th Century Japan, enhancing the experience with a new feature: Immersive Mode. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding and utilizing this mode.
What Does Immersive Mode Do in Assassin’s Creed Shadows? Answered
Historically, *Assassin’s Creed* games have modernized character dialogue, often forgoing the use of native languages. *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* follows suit to a degree, with occasional native language use by NPCs, but predominantly in the player's chosen language. However, Immersive Mode revolutionizes this aspect by locking the voiceover language to Japanese, reflecting the setting's authenticity. Additionally, you'll hear Portuguese dialogue when relevant, particularly from the Jesuits and Yasuke, enhancing the historical accuracy.
This feature significantly boosts immersion, offering a more genuine representation of the era. While previous titles allowed similar effects through dubs like Arabic in *Mirage*, Immersive Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* marks a significant advancement in the series' commitment to historical accuracy.
Should You Turn On Immersive Mode in Assassin’s Creed Shadows? Answered
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The primary drawback of using Immersive Mode is missing out on the English voice cast's performances. Nonetheless, the Japanese and Portuguese voice actors deliver equally compelling performances. *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* offers robust subtitle options, allowing you to read the dialogue in your preferred language, making the transition smoother.
Immersive Mode can be toggled on or off at any time through the audio settings menu, requiring only a reload to the last save for changes to take effect. Unlike Canon Mode, it doesn't lock you into your choice for the entire playthrough, giving you the freedom to experiment. If you're aiming for the most authentic experience, Immersive Mode is a fantastic choice, immersing you deeply into the historical setting of 16th Century Japan. We look forward to seeing this feature in future *Assassin’s Creed* titles.
*Assassin’s Creed Shadows* is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
