Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Understanding Immersive Mode

The *Assassin’s Creed* franchise has always aimed to immerse fans in various historical cultures. With *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Ubisoft takes a significant step forward by introducing players to the rich tapestry of 16th Century Japan. Here’s everything you need to know about the game's groundbreaking Immersive Mode.

What Does Immersive Mode Do in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

Traditionally, *Assassin’s Creed* games feature modernized dialogue where characters rarely speak in their native tongue. *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* largely follows this pattern, with the occasional NPC speaking in their native language amidst predominantly selected-language dialogue.

However, Immersive Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* revolutionizes this by enhancing authenticity and historical accuracy. When activated, Immersive Mode locks the voiceover language to Japanese, the language spoken in the game's setting. Additionally, you'll hear Portuguese dialogue when appropriate, reflecting the presence of Jesuits and the character Yasuke's interactions with them.

This feature significantly enhances the immersion, making *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* feel more true to the historical period it represents. While previous games allowed some emulation of this through language dubs, such as Arabic in *Mirage*, Immersive Mode marks a significant advancement for the *Assassin’s Creed* series.

Should You Turn On Immersive Mode in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

The primary drawback of enabling Immersive Mode is missing out on the English voice cast's performances. Yet, the Japanese and Portuguese voice actors deliver equally compelling performances, ensuring a high-quality audio experience.

*Assassin’s Creed Shadows* offers extensive subtitle options, allowing you to read dialogues in your preferred language. Immersive Mode can be easily toggled on or off in the audio settings, with changes taking effect after reloading the last save. Unlike Canon Mode, which locks your choice for the entire playthrough, Immersive Mode lets you experiment freely.

If you're seeking the most authentic experience, Immersive Mode is an exceptional choice that transports you back to historical Japan. We hope to see this feature in future *Assassin’s Creed* titles.

*Assassin’s Creed Shadows* is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.