Assassin's Creed Shadows Hits NEW LOW with OFFENSIVE Nagasaki Disaster!

Ubisoft’s upcoming game, Assassin's Creed Shadows, has ignited a storm of controversy for its lack of respect toward Japanese history and culture. The issue began when Ubisoft released a figurine featuring a destroyed torii gate, which is eerily reminiscent of the "One-Legged Torii" gate that was demolished by the atomic bomb in Nagasaki. The Assassin's Creed Shadows trailer and promotional content have already sparked backlash, as many feel it demonstrates a clear disregard for the deep cultural wounds of Japan, particularly concerning World War II.

Ubisoft’s decision to use such a symbol in Assassin's Creed Shadows gameplay has drawn harsh criticism from Japanese historians and fans alike. This oversight feels like another blunder in Ubisoft’s recent history of controversies, especially considering the cultural sensitivity surrounding events like the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. In addition, the Assassin's Creed Shadows black samurai figure has stirred debates on the historical accuracy and respect of depicting Yasuke, an African samurai, within the Assassin's Creed universe.

Thomas Lockley, a historian who authored "African Samurai: The True Story of Yasuke," and who has often promoted the idea of Yasuke as a samurai, is at the heart of the growing controversy surrounding Assassin's Creed Shadows. Lockley initially distanced himself from the project, claiming no involvement, yet was later revealed to have collaborated with Ubisoft on the historical narrative in the game. His appearance on Ubisoft’s Echoes of History podcast discussing Yasuke further fueled the scandal, leading to accusations of dishonesty and cultural appropriation.

The Assassin’s Creed Shadows woke narrative, especially surrounding Yasuke, has also been criticized for pushing a historically inaccurate depiction of the black samurai without solid documentation. This controversy is layered with claims that Lockley edited Wikipedia articles under the alias 'tottoritom' to bolster his narrative, which has done little to alleviate Ubisoft’s growing PR disaster. Japanese critics, including politicians, are condemning Ubisoft for failing to show the respect and diligence required in handling their country’s history.

At Japan Expo, the Assassin’s Creed Shadows booth received dismal attendance, as fans voiced their displeasure over the woke Assassin's Creed Shadows black samurai narrative and recycled gameplay footage, calling the promotional content lazy and culturally insensitive.

The fallout from Assassin's Creed Shadows has tainted Ubisoft’s reputation, with many calling it one of the company’s most significant failures in recent years. The Assassin's Creed Shadows controversy speaks volumes about the lack of cultural sensitivity and research in gaming today, raising the question: is Ubisoft more focused on pushing a woke agenda than respecting the cultures it attempts to portray?