IGN has released a concise, 24-minute recap of the sprawling Assassin's Creed timeline, perfectly timed with the upcoming release of Assassin's Creed Shadows in just a few weeks. Despite the series boasting over a dozen mainline titles, the entire chronology is surprisingly digestible in this short presentation. This brevity is likely due to the series' focus on open-world exploration rather than extensive cutscenes.
The timeline begins with familiar historical settings: ancient Greece, Egypt, and Britain, eventually reaching the Holy Land. However, the narrative increasingly shifts towards modern-day events, adding layers of complexity. Assassin's Creed Shadows, launching March 20, 2025, aims to re-balance this, with future installments expected to feature more prominent contemporary storylines, though details remain scarce.
Assassin's Creed Shadows marks a significant step for the franchise, venturing into Japan for the first time. This new setting promises fresh gameplay mechanics and will undoubtedly impact the overarching Assassin-Templar conflict. Fans eagerly await its release to discover how this entry will reshape the series' narrative.