Assassin's Creed Unveils Bizarre Attack on Titan Crossover for Thanksgiving
In a surprising crossover event that breaks traditional expectations, Ubisoft has unveiled an virtual collaboration between Assassin's Creed Shadows and the renowned anime series Attack on Titan. The surprising Thanksgiving event operates from November 25 through December 22, including complimentary additional story content for Shadows players.
Strange Mission Uncovered
According to the authorized statement, "A strange confrontation leads characters Naoe and Yasuke into a new quest, where whispers of prohibited ceremonies and fearsome transformations resonate through the darkness." The storyline presents a "oddly attired woman named Ada" who assigns the characters with venturing into the Crystal Cave—a important location from Attack on Titan—to save her companion from a secret sect.
The questline concentrates on "bizarre tests and a fearsome foe" and is accessible to all players who have gained access to the Yasuke character.
Recognizable Locations and Metamorphoses
The trailer showcases the Hidden Temple from Attack on Titan reimagined as the Crystal Cave. This important location was previously where the Reiss royal family transmitted the Founding Titan ability through generations. The teaser ends with a dramatic moment showing a character, presumably the captive, changing into a Titan that rises over Naoe and Yasuke.
Unique Items and Bonus Features
Players who successfully complete the mission will acquire an special katana alongside several artifacts hidden throughout the area in hidden chests. The update also contains in-store Attack on Titan item packs, offering:
- Titan-inspired costume for Yasuke
- Mikasa attire for Naoe
- Unique implements
- Survey Corps vehicle
Third Free Story Update
This release also introduces the game's newest free story addition, titled "A Puzzlement." This playful adventure pairs Naoe and Yasuke as they exchange distinctive techniques: Naoe debuts a performative variation of Yasuke's war kick, while Yasuke learns non-lethal stealth takedowns. Loyal to its name, "The Mystery" also includes a original environmental puzzle that may ultimately explain some unanswered questions from the main storyline.
Past Anime Collaborations
This represents hardly the first time the Assassin's Creed franchise has crossed over with famous anime properties. The series previously featured a 2020 cross-promotional story linking Assassin's Creed: Valhalla with Makoto Yukimura's Vinland Saga. Furthermore, Valhalla subtly included a quest that obviously nodded to the well-known series One-Punch Man.
