Best RPG Alternatives if You Are a Big Fan of Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Ghost of Tsushima (PlayStation Exclusive, PC Release Expected): Immerse yourself in feudal Japan as Jin Sakai, a samurai warrior fighting to protect his homeland. Explore a breathtaking open world, master traditional sword combat, and embrace the way of the Ghost with stealth tactics and powerful abilities. The focus on historical atmosphere and visceral combat echoes the anticipated experience of Shadows.

Nioh 2 (PlayStation, PC): Delve into a dark fantasy take on the Sengoku period, battling mythical Yokai and historical figures. With deep, stance-based combat, extensive loot, and character customization, Nioh 2 offers a challenging and rewarding action-RPG experience steeped in Japanese folklore, similar to the historical fantasy blend potentially present in Shadows.

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (PlayStation, Xbox, PC): From the creators of Dark Souls, this action-adventure emphasizes stealth, grappling-hook traversal, and intense, deflection-focused sword fights in a Sengoku-era setting. While less focused on traditional RPG progression, its fluid movement and challenging combat resonate with the ninja aspects and historical backdrop of Assassin's Creed Shadows.

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty (PlayStation, Xbox, PC): Set in a dark fantasy version of China's Three Kingdoms period, this soulslike action RPG features fast-paced combat, martial arts-inspired moves, and a morale system influencing enemy difficulty. Its historical Asian setting and challenging combat offer a similar experience to what fans might expect from Shadows' samurai and shinobi gameplay.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, PC): While set in a European fantasy world, The Witcher 3 offers a sprawling open world, compelling narrative choices, memorable characters, and deep RPG mechanics. If the narrative focus and impactful player decisions of Assassin's Creed Shadows appeal to you, Geralt's epic journey provides a comparable experience in a different setting.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance (PlayStation, Xbox, PC): Set in 15th-century Bohemia, this historically accurate RPG emphasizes realism, with challenging sword combat, a focus on survival, and a grounded narrative. If the historical authenticity and immersive world of Assassin's Creed Shadows intrigue you, Kingdom Come offers a similarly detailed and realistic historical RPG experience, albeit without the fantastical elements.

Elden Ring (PlayStation, Xbox, PC): Another masterpiece from FromSoftware, Elden Ring provides an unparalleled sense of freedom in a vast, interconnected open world filled with challenging enemies, intricate lore, and deep character customization. If the exploration and sense of discovery in a large world are key to your enjoyment of Assassin's Creed, Elden Ring offers a comparable, albeit more challenging, experience with a distinct fantasy flavor.

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