Assassin’s Creed Timeline: 24-Minute Recap

With the highly anticipated release of Assassin’s Creed Shadows just weeks away, IGN has provided fans with an ultimate recap of the franchise's expansive timeline. This comprehensive summary encapsulates every significant plot twist across more than a decade of Assassin’s Creed games, fitting neatly into a concise 24-minute presentation. Given that the series primarily focuses on open-world exploration rather than extended cinematic sequences, this brevity is not surprising.

The timeline starts straightforwardly, guiding players through historical settings such as ancient Greece, Egypt, and Britain, before moving into the Holy Land. As the series evolves, the narrative increasingly intertwines with events in the modern world, adding layers of complexity to the storyline. With Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the developers are set to strike a balance between historical and modern gameplay elements. While future installments are expected to delve deeper into contemporary narratives, specific details about these developments are still closely guarded.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows, slated for release on March 20, 2025, will be the series' inaugural journey into Japan. This new setting promises to introduce fresh gameplay mechanics and a unique backdrop. Fans are eagerly anticipating how this entry will influence the ongoing saga of the Assassin-Templar conflict, adding new dimensions to the franchise's rich narrative tapestry.