It’s a day ending in “Y,” which means there are new video game leaks and rumors to dissect. This time, Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is at the forefront of the conversation, as it appears the game’s Battle Pass has been revealed online.
With a crowded February launch, and a dated Ubisoft style behind it, the next few months of tweaks might not save Shadows from itself.
As first spotted on Reddit, Shadows’ first “Battle Pass” has had its details revealed. Those details include images of several unlockable outfits, mounts and weapons. Not only that, but the leaks also give us our first look at what Ubisoft is calling the Animus Hub, a larger application that will be the home for future AC installments. Think: Call of Duty HQ but for Assassin’s Creed.
Via that available information, it appears that Yasuke will be the main controllable character in the hub. It’s unclear if Naoe, the game’s other protagonist, can be selected.
Additionally, as it stands, the first “Battle Pass” will be completely free to progress through. It is similarly unclear if future passes will have a paid element. When Shadows was delayed several weeks ago, Ubisoft made some sweeping changes, including removing...
