Ubisoft's Woke Yasuke Is Getting Removed in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?!

Ubisoft’s upcoming Assassin’s Creed Shadows has stirred quite the controversy. Rumors suggest significant changes will be made to the portrayal of Yasuke, sparking outrage in the gaming community. These alterations come as the company delayed the release of Assassin’s Creed Shadows to February 14, 2025, citing the need for additional polish following the shaky launch of Star Wars Outlaws. The tweaks, rumored by Tom Henderson of Insider Gaming, include reworking Yasuke’s storyline and fixing architectural details, ensuring the game remains historically grounded while staying true to the Assassin’s Creed universe.

With Assassin’s Creed Shadows gameplay featuring the dual protagonist system, including Yasuke and Naoe, the changes have caused quite the stir among fans. This includes removing certain controversial dialogue and an inappropriate rap music track that had no place in the game’s setting. According to insiders, the feedback around this content was unanimously negative, with players finding the tonal mismatch offensive, particularly since Yasuke’s heritage was being mishandled with modern-day hip-hop music.

Historically inaccurate details are not uncommon in the Assassin’s Creed series, but the developers appear to be taking these concerns seriously, especially after previous blunders such as Assassin's Creed Unity and Origins, both notorious for buggy releases. With Assassin’s Creed Shadows featuring new internal technology, many believe the same issues could persist, and insiders suggest the game was "a buggy mess," according to Brazilian YouTuber tvPH.

The recent delay aims to correct these missteps. However, internal reports suggest that Ubisoft's management has been disregarding their own developers' calls for a delay, leading to a communication breakdown. This echoes claims by YouTuber Legendary Drops, who revealed that developers and executives alike have been brushing off feedback and criticism as mere "toxic gamer talk," with Japanese fans’ criticism of Assassin's Creed Shadows largely being ignored.

The backlash is also rooted in Ubisoft’s decision to use Yasuke’s race as a platform for sociopolitical commentary, potentially offending players with out-of-place dialogue about slavery and white supremacy. Insiders confirmed that dialogue perceived as unnecessary and inflammatory will be removed, aiming to shift focus back to Assassin's Creed Shadows gameplay and core narrative rather than controversial commentary.

With the Assassin's Creed Shadows trailer having already teased players with its feudal Japan setting and intricate characters, Ubisoft now faces the challenge of correcting course without alienating its core fanbase. This PS5 release, which was set to be a crown jewel in the Assassin's Creed series, has turned into a battleground for debates about historical accuracy, race, and the creeping influence of "woke" ideologies in the gaming world.

Fans are also eagerly awaiting news about the Assassin's Creed Shadows season pass and whether it will include further expansions in this troubled saga. With so much focus on fixing Assassin's Creed Shadows Japan elements, many are left wondering whether Ubisoft can deliver a polished and respectful portrayal of Yasuke's legacy while meeting the expectations of the broader Assassin’s Creed fanbase.

The final product remains to be seen, but one thing is clear—Assassin’s Creed Shadows has become more than just a game; it’s a flashpoint in the ongoing debate about representation, authenticity, and corporate responsibility in video games. Fans are waiting to see if Ubisoft can salvage the project, or if it’s just another misstep in the Assassin's Creed franchise.