Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Understanding Immersive Mode

The *Assassin’s Creed* series has long been celebrated for its deep dives into various historical cultures, and with *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Ubisoft is taking fans on a journey to 16th Century Japan. A key feature that enhances this experience is the game's Immersive Mode. Here’s a comprehensive look at what this mode offers and whether it's worth enabling.

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

Traditionally, *Assassin’s Creed* games modernize character dialogue, opting not to use native languages. *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* largely follows this pattern, with occasional native language dialogue from NPCs, but the bulk of the conversation remains in the player's chosen language.

Immersive Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* revolutionizes this approach by enhancing authenticity and historical accuracy. When activated, this mode locks the voiceover language to Japanese, reflecting the setting's historical context. Additionally, you'll hear Portuguese spoken by Jesuits and Yasuke during their interactions, adding another layer of realism.

This feature significantly boosts the game's immersion, making the historical setting feel more genuine. While previous games allowed for some level of immersion through language options, such as the Arabic dub in *Mirage*, Immersive Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* marks a significant advancement for the franchise.

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

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The primary drawback of using Immersive Mode is missing out on the performances of the English voice cast. However, the Japanese and Portuguese voice actors deliver equally compelling performances, ensuring a high-quality experience.

*Assassin’s Creed Shadows* offers robust subtitle options, allowing you to read dialogue in your preferred language while enjoying the authentic voiceovers. Immersive Mode can be toggled on or off in the audio settings at any time, requiring only a reload to the last save for changes to take effect. Unlike Canon Mode, this setting does not lock you into a choice for the entire playthrough, making it risk-free to experiment with.

If you're aiming for 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 in future *Assassin’s Creed* titles.

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