Overview

• Mackenyu will voice and provide the likeness for Gennojo, a recruitable character in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, described as a flirtatious rogue with a strong sense of justice.
• The game introduces a dual-protagonist system featuring Naoe, a shinobi, and Yasuke, an African samurai, offering distinct gameplay styles and intertwining storylines.
• Assassin’s Creed Shadows is set during Japan’s unification in the Sengoku period, exploring themes of corruption, vengeance, and morality.
• Ubisoft delayed the game’s release to March 20, 2025, to ensure higher quality following earlier setbacks with other titles.
• Fans and Mackenyu himself have expressed enthusiasm for his involvement, with some speculating about his potential role in a future live-action adaptation of the franchise.