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Assassin's Creed Shadows day-one patch seemingly addresses Japanese government concern over destructible shrines


Published on 2025-03-20 11:42:39 - Polygon
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  • As Assassin's Creed Shadows launches on Thursday, developer Ubisoft snuck in a last-minute patch that makes several adjustments to the games' temples and shrines. The update comes just a day after Japanese politician Hiroyuki Kada brought concerns to prime minister Shigeru Ishiba during a government meeting,

The article from MSN discusses the upcoming release of "Assassin's Creed Shadows" and Ubisoft's response to concerns raised by the Japanese government regarding the game's depiction of cultural and religious elements. Specifically, there was worry about the game allowing players to destroy Shinto shrines, which could be seen as disrespectful. Ubisoft has addressed these concerns with a day-one patch that modifies the game to prevent the destruction of these sacred sites, ensuring cultural sensitivity. This move comes after Ubisoft engaged in discussions with Japanese authorities to ensure the game respects local customs and traditions. The patch aims to maintain the game's historical authenticity while avoiding potential cultural insensitivity.

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