Summary
Assassin’s Creed: Codename Redwas announced at Ubisoft forward in 2022alongsideCodename Hexe,Codename Jade,andAssassin’s Creed: Mirage. Since the announcement, very little has been confirmed in regard to Ubisoft’s next highly-anticipated entry in theAssassin’s Creedseries. The only considerable information provided forCodename Redis that the game is set in a location long awaited by fans of the series: Feudal Japan.Codename Red’ssetting was revealed within a 30-second teaser trailer, which also teased fans with a Japanese-style rendition of the “Ezio’s Family” melody from theAssassin’s Creed 2soundtrack.
As of late, there have been several unconfirmed reports, “leaks,” and rumors surfacing on social media which have hinted towards some exciting new features that the eagerly awaited game might include.
6Protagonist Based On Real Historical Figure
A Character Who Has an Actual Role in History
For the first time in the series' history, it is believed that the upcoming entry in theAssassin’s Creedfranchise will be based around a protagonist who actually existed in the past. According to anexclusive report by Insider Gaming, it has been suggested that the game’s male protagonist will be based on the historical figure “Yasuke,” famously known for being the first samurai without any Japanese heritage.
If the reports about Yasuke prove to be true, it could be a considerable leap for the series; Ubisoft has regularly featuredhistorical figures throughout theAssassin’s Creedseries, to much critical acclaim due to the prominence of fan favorites such as Leonardo da Vinci, Edward “Blackbeard” Thatch, Cleopatra, and George Washington. Ubisoft’s inclusion of Yasuke would be an interesting move due to his cultural significance and mystique.
5Playable Area Larger Than Assassin’s Creed Valhalla
A Massive Feudal Japanese Map
Following a deep-dive byYoutuber xJ0nathan,it was alleged that Ubisoft’s interpretation of Feudal Japan will feature a map “considerably larger thanAssassin’s Creed: Valhalla, but smaller than Odyssey.” If true, this could again allow Ubisoft to showcase their talents by taking full advantage of current-gen technology.
Having recently received plaudits for the graphically impressiveAssassin’s Creed: Mirageand itsinclusion of a smaller, more traditional map sizeakin to previous titles such asAssassin’s Creed 2andAssassin’s Creed: Brotherhood,it could be said that the studio’s decision to revert to a larger playable area will enable them to provide a highly immersive representation of Feudal Japan’s density.
4Samurai And Shinobi Playable Characters
Two Playable Protagonists
Further reports from Insider Gamingimply that the upcoming game will feature a Shinobi and Samurai as playable characters, with the Shinobi being an “African refugee, who has learned the way of the Creed.”
However, it remains to be seen whether players are prompted to decide on which character is playable at the start of the game, whether there is a point in the story where playable characters change, or if there will be a gameplay mechanic allowing players to swap characters at any time,similar to games such as Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.
3Pioneering A New Stealth System
Enhancing Mirage’s Stealth Gameplay
Assassin’s Creedgames have always had aspects of stealth gameplay within their games. However, it has been suggested that Ubisoft could be giving the stealth system inAssassin’s Creed: Codename Reda major upgrade in comparison to previous titles. Quoted as being “Splinter Cell-esque,“Assassin’s Creed: Codename Redisset to introduce new mechanicsthat will allow players to conceal bodies, hide themselves within tall grass, and will even be able to put out lights - allowing them to operate in the shadows.
The addition of such mechanics would divert from the traditionalAssassin’s Creedgameplay experience. The drastic change in gameplay could even give fans an insight into what they can expectfrom the upcomingSplinter Cellremake,a highly anticipated title currently being developed by Ubisoft Toronto.
2Use Of Japanese Weaponry
Tools of the Samurai and Ninja Trades
Although no details have been revealed regarding the weaponry set to feature in the upcomingAssassin’s Creedgame, upon analyzing the reveal trailer, it can be inferred that at least one of the playable characterswill have access to the series' iconic “hidden blade,“as well as a short sword which resembles to a “ninjato.”
Fans on ther/GamingLeaksAndRumourssubreddit have also discovered that a Ubisoft developer changed their LinkedIn banner to a female Japanese assassin wielding a katana, which may also feature within the game.
1Introduction Of Destructible Environments
Create Organic Stealth Approaches
Destructible environments have never really been a feature throughout theAssassin’s Creedseries; similarly to the new stealth system, the introduction of destructible environments would help revolutionize the franchise’s gameplay.
Fans will be delighted to learn that Tom Henderson has claimeddestructible environments will be introducedinAssassin’s Creed: Codename Red,and will operate in tandem with the game’s stealth mechanics. Although the map won’t be fully destructible, like inBattlefield 4,players will be able to slash open rice-paper doors and use tools to realistically destroy pieces of the environment.
