Assassin’s Creed Shadows Immersive Mode, explained

The *Assassin’s Creed* franchise has always aimed to immerse fans in various historical cultures. With *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, Ubisoft takes a bold step forward by setting the game in 16th Century Japan, offering an even more authentic experience through its new Immersive Mode. Here's everything you need to know about this feature.

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

In most *Assassin’s Creed* titles, characters typically speak in modernized dialogue, not their native language. *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* follows this trend to an extent, where you might occasionally hear an NPC speak in their native tongue, but the majority of the dialogue remains in your chosen language.

Immersive Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* revolutionizes this approach by adjusting the language settings for a more authentic and historically accurate experience. When activated, characters will speak in the languages they historically would have used. This mode locks the voiceover to Japanese, enhancing the game's setting. Additionally, you'll hear Portuguese dialogue during interactions with the Jesuits and Yasuke, reflecting their historical presence in Japan.

This feature significantly enhances the immersion and historical accuracy of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. While previous games allowed for some level of authenticity through language options, such as the Arabic dub in *Mirage*, Immersive Mode marks a substantial advancement for the franchise.

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

*Assassin’s Creed Shadows* offers comprehensive subtitle options, ensuring you can still follow the dialogue in your preferred language. You can toggle Immersive Mode on or off in the audio settings menu at any time, with the change taking effect after reloading your last save. Unlike Canon Mode, this setting doesn't lock you into a choice for the entire playthrough, making it risk-free to try out.

If you're looking to experience *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* in the most authentic way, Immersive Mode is an excellent choice to transport yourself back to history. We hope to see this feature in future *Assassin’s Creed* titles as well.

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