Leaked Assassin's Creed Shadows Artbook Surfaces Online

Details about the upcoming Assassin's Creed Shadows have emerged following an alleged leak of an artbook, surprisingly found on a hentai website, among other locations. The discovery, initially reported on r/GamingLeaksAndRumours, quickly spread across the internet. The artbook, titled "The Art of Assassin's Creed Shadows," contains hundreds of pages of concept art, quotes, and development information.

While the leak itself is noteworthy, its origin adds an unexpected twist. IGN has reached out to Ubisoft for comment. Although the original source has removed the gallery, archived versions are readily available on various file-sharing platforms.

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The leaked art showcases concepts for historical figures, major cities, and weaponry, potentially revealing plot spoilers for Assassin's Creed Shadows. While confirmation awaits the game's release, the images appear authentic.

The leak comes shortly before Assassin's Creed Shadows' revised launch date of March 20, 2025, following a delay from its initial 2024 release. In a recent preview event, game director Charles Benoit explained that the delay primarily focused on polishing the game, with minor adjustments to progression and balancing. He highlighted the parkour system as a key area requiring refinement due to the complexities of Feudal Japan's architecture. The unique challenges presented by Japanese rooftops necessitated specific code and animations to maintain fluidity in the parkour mechanics.