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Ubisoft has released an update for the release for "Assassin's Creed Shadows". A change in it should have particular interest in Japan.
It is not unusual these days that games get some changes for the release, but if they are triggered by political criticism, this attracts a lot of attention.Assassin‘s Creed ShadowsMatches players in a fictional version of the feudal Japan, but a scandal occurred, especially when it comes to representing real elements.
The controversial representation of a holy shrine causes horror
In Japan, shrines that are of central importance for shintoism have a deeply rooted cultural meaning. These holy sites appear in the game, but there is a way to destroy them, which causes outrage in Japan. In particular, a shrine in the game, the Itate Hyozu shrine, was reproduced in its real form without permission, which attracted the anger of the Japanese Prime Minister. Public criticism quickly achieved high political circles.
Hiroyuki Kada, a politician from the region in which the real shrine is standing, expressed his concern that the game could stimulate disrespectful behavior towards the country's cultural assets. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba also found clear words:"The destruction of a shrine is unacceptable. It is an insult to the nation itself."„
Ubisoft reacts promptly to the criticism
The waves of indignation led to Ubisoft on the release day ofAssassin‘s Creed ShadowsA change made: shrines can no longer be damaged, which is probably an excuse for the incident.
Despite the criticism, the game remains a unique experience in feudal Japan, which offers players many other activities.
