Assassin’s Creed Timeline: 24-Minute Recap

As the release of Assassin’s Creed Shadows approaches, just weeks away, IGN has crafted an ultimate recap of the franchise's extensive timeline. This comprehensive summary encapsulates every major plot twist from over a decade of Assassin’s Creed series games. Despite the series now boasting more than a dozen mainline titles, the entire chronology is concisely presented in a 24-minute video. This brevity is not surprising, considering that much of the gameplay focuses on open-world exploration rather than extensive cinematic sequences.

The timeline kicks off straightforwardly, guiding players through ancient locales such as Greece, Egypt, and Britain, before journeying 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 rebalance the focus between historical and modern gameplay elements. While future installments are anticipated to delve deeper into contemporary narratives, the specifics of these developments are yet to be unveiled.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows, slated for release on March 20, 2025, represents the series' inaugural exploration of Japan. This new setting promises not only a fresh backdrop but also introduces novel gameplay mechanics. Fans eagerly await to discover how this latest entry will influence the overarching narrative of the Assassin-Templar conflict.