Canon Mode in Assassin's Creed Shadows: Should You Enable It?

The recent *Assassin’s Creed* titles have embraced the RPG genre, introducing dialogue choices during interactions with NPCs. These choices can be challenging, and if you're considering using Canon Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, here's what you should know.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Canon Mode Explained

Canon Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* eliminates the option to select dialogue during conversations. By activating this mode, all dialogue will proceed automatically, with the game choosing the responses for you. This setting ensures that you experience the story exactly as the writers envisioned, following the canon path where characters Yasuke and Naoe react and respond as originally intended. If you're keen on experiencing the narrative as the developers planned, Canon Mode might enhance your gameplay. Remember, this mode can only be selected at the start of a new game and cannot be toggled on or off later, unlike Guided Exploration.

Should You Use Canon Mode?

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, unlike in *Assassin’s Creed Odyssey*, your dialogue choices do not significantly impact the story's outcome. The dialogue options are more about adding flavor and shaping the personalities of Yasuke and Naoe. You can portray them as either kind-hearted or ruthless, depending on your preference. If these character nuances are important to you, consider turning off Canon Mode to tailor your experience. However, since these choices have minimal effect on the overall narrative, opting for Canon Mode might feel inconsequential but can streamline your playthrough.

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