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Assassin's Creed Shadows Kyoto Revealed: Is the City Built for Parkour?

Mar 21,2025 Author: Lily

Assassin's Creed Shadows Kyoto Revealed: Is the City Built for Parkour?

A new gameplay video from Assassin's Creed Mirage showcasing Kyoto from a synchronization viewpoint has emerged, courtesy of Japanese media outlet Impress Watch. The footage depicts protagonist Naoe atop a rooftop, revealing a panoramic city view. However, Kyoto's apparent smaller-than-anticipated size has ignited debate among fans regarding its design and gameplay implications.

Reddit discussions praise Kyoto's aesthetic beauty but express concerns about core Assassin's Creed mechanics – namely, climbing and parkour. The video suggests limited free-running opportunities, prompting mixed reactions. Comments highlight this discrepancy:

"Isn't Kyoto supposed to be about half the size of Paris from Unity? It looks beautiful, but I hoped for at least one densely populated city designed for parkour."

"Looks great, but disappointing if parkour is restricted instead of full freerunning. Hopefully, the grappling hook compensates."

"Looks nice, but not enough structures for proper parkour."

"Visually appealing, but doesn't feel like a city. Historically accurate, perhaps, but lacking parkour potential."

Assassin's Creed Mirage launches March 20, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Fans eagerly anticipate further details on how signature mechanics integrate into this historical setting. While Kyoto may prioritize authenticity over extensive traversal, the balance between aesthetics and gameplay remains to be seen.

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