Assassin's Creed Shadows: Understanding Immersive Mode

The *Assassin’s Creed* series has long been celebrated for its deep dives into various historical settings, and with *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Ubisoft is taking fans on a journey to 16th Century Japan. Here's a comprehensive look at the game's new Immersive Mode feature.

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

Traditionally, *Assassin’s Creed* games have modernized character dialogue, steering away from native languages. *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* follows this pattern to a degree, with occasional native language dialogue from NPCs, but the bulk of the conversation remains in the player's chosen language.

However, Immersive Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* revolutionizes the language settings to enhance historical authenticity. When activated, this mode ensures that characters speak the languages they would have historically used. This means the voiceover language is locked to Japanese, reflecting the setting accurately. Additionally, you'll hear Portuguese dialogue during interactions involving the Jesuits and Yasuke, adding further depth to the game's linguistic landscape.

This feature significantly enhances the immersion and historical accuracy of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, allowing players to experience the game as if they were truly stepping back into the era it portrays. While previous games allowed for similar effects, such as using the Arabic dub in *Mirage*, Immersive Mode represents a substantial advancement for the franchise.

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

*Assassin’s Creed Shadows* offers robust subtitle options, allowing players to read dialogue in their preferred language regardless of the spoken one. The flexibility of Immersive Mode is a key benefit; it can be toggled on or off via the audio settings menu at any time, requiring only a reload to the last save for changes to take effect. Unlike Canon Mode, Immersive Mode doesn't lock you into a choice for the entire playthrough, making it risk-free to try out.

For those seeking the most authentic experience of 16th Century Japan, Immersive Mode is an excellent choice. It transports players back in time, enhancing the historical immersion of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. We hope to see this feature in future installments of the series.

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