Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Understanding Immersive Mode

The *Assassin’s Creed* series has long captivated players by diving deep into various historical cultures. With *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Ubisoft aims to further this immersion by setting the game in 16th Century Japan. A key feature enhancing this experience is the Immersive Mode. Here’s a comprehensive look at what this mode offers and whether you should consider using it.

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

Traditionally, *Assassin’s Creed* games feature dialogue in modernized languages, with occasional native tongue phrases from NPCs. *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* largely follows this pattern, but with a twist. Immersive Mode introduces a more authentic linguistic experience by locking the voiceover language to Japanese, the language spoken during the game's setting. Additionally, you'll hear Portuguese dialogue when interacting with Jesuits and Yasuke, reflecting their historical presence in Japan.

This mode significantly enhances the game's immersion, making the historical setting feel more real and accurate. While previous games allowed for some language emulation, such as using the Arabic dub in *Mirage*, Immersive Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* marks a significant advancement in the series' commitment to historical authenticity.

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

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The primary consideration when deciding to use Immersive Mode is the potential to miss out on the performances of the English voice cast. However, the Japanese and Portuguese voice actors in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* are reportedly just as talented, ensuring a high-quality audio experience.

The game also offers extensive subtitle options, allowing you to read the dialogue in your preferred language. Immersive Mode can be toggled on or off at any time through the audio settings menu, requiring only a reload to the last save for the changes to take effect. Unlike Canon Mode, which locks you into your choice for the entire playthrough, Immersive Mode offers flexibility, making it risk-free to experiment with.

If you're seeking the most authentic experience possible, Immersive Mode is an excellent choice to truly transport yourself back to 16th Century Japan. We hope to see this feature return in future *Assassin’s Creed* titles, further enhancing the series' historical immersion.

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