Assassin's Creed Shadows Producer Criticizes Elon Musk's Comments on Black Protagonist

Marc-Alexis Côté addresses backlash and defends the historical basis of Yasuke in upcoming game

Elon Musk's tweet claiming 'DEI kills art' sparked controversy over Assassin's Creed Shadows' Black protagonist, Yasuke.
Marc-Alexis Côté, executive producer, chose not to engage Musk directly, emphasizing that responding would not change opinions.
Yasuke, a real historical figure, was chosen for his intriguing and mysterious background, fitting the game's narrative style.
Côté invites players to experience the game to understand the inclusion of Yasuke, stating the answer lies within the first 12 minutes.
The game is set in feudal Japan and features dual protagonists with different playstyles, launching on November 15.