Particle: Assassin’s Creed Shadows Faces Comparisons and Controversy

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Ubisoft's Japan-set game introduces dual protagonists but struggles with historical accuracy debates and competition from similar titles.

The game features Yasuke, a historical figure of African origin, and Naoe, a fictional character.
Fans debate Yasuke's status as a samurai, with some arguing he was merely a retainer.
Ubisoft's decision to include a Black protagonist in Japan has sparked mixed reactions.
The dual protagonist feature allows players to switch between characters, similar to Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
Shadows faces high expectations due to the success of other Japan-set games like Ghost of Tsushima and Sekiro.