Ubisoft Implements Anti-Harassment Measures to Protect Developers Ahead of Assassin’s Creed Shadows Release

In preparation for Assassins’ Creed Shadows’ debut, Ubisoft has reportedly created an anti-online harassment plan to protect their developers from social media harassment. They have also advised their developers against posting on social media to avoid harassment. 

The initiative supposedly came from Canada. According to bfmtv, a French news outlet, a team monitors network activities and will act quickly in the event of a targeted attack. Ubisoft promised psychological and legal support for employees who are targeted by attacks. 

There is no official single clear cut reason behind this decision. But prior to its release, discussions regarding Assassin’s Creed Shadows had already gone volatile. Players argued over supposed “forced” racial integration – due to a black samurai being playable as one of two protagonists in the game. 

The black samurai, named Yasuke, is supposedly based on a real historical figure. His implementation in the game provides an outlet for non-Asian samurai representation – a choice that has resulted in massive controversy online. 

Official trailers for the upcoming title have mixed reception on YouTube. The latest teaser, released on March 14, currently sits at 63% like ratio. The official world premiere trailer, which debuted last year, has a 33% like ratio, indicating negative public opinion regarding Assassin’s Creed Shadow’s official release.

Ubisoft’s highly anticipated Assassin’s Creed Shadows will arrive on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC on March 20. The game transports players to late 16th-century Japan, a period marked by widespread civil strife and profound cultural shifts