From Tabletop Directly into Feudal Japan
Assassin’s Creed Shadows – Title Update 1.0.6
On 14 January 2025, Critical Role had a special episode in partnership with Assassin’s Creed: Shadows, to promote the game. Although the session didn't have a major impact on the story, it was loved by the community. As a result, Ubisoft decided to introduce the fan-favourite character – Rufino! – into Shadows.
Although he looks a little different from how he was presented in the January campaign, he is still played by Robbie Daymond. Rufino, a Portuguese man raised in Japan, can become a reliable ally for the protagonists, and his missions promise to be longer than those of the renowned missionary Luís Fróis.
The new recruit uses a flintlock pistol and joins the Brotherhood with update 1.0.6, from 25 June.
Rufino doesn't come alone – the update will also introduce a new difficulty level: Nightmare, dedicated to players seeking a true challenge. Additionally, Ubisoft promises supplementary options that will amplify immersion in the atmosphere of feudal Japan, as well as a new alarm system for assassins who break the law.
Unlock conditions: Complete the mission “Way of the Blacksmith” and unlock Yasuke. The narrative thread begins from the Hideout.
Reward: A new ally inspired by the character from the Critical Role Assassin’s Creed Shadows One-Shot campaign, Rufino, played by Robbie Daymond. You will also receive a banner in the hideout with the Critical Role logo.
New Trophy/Achievement: – obtained upon completing the mission “A Critical Encounter”.
To mark this collaboration, Ubisoft is also releasing a special weapon pack – the Critical Role Weapon Pack, inspired by the Critical Role universe, available for purchase in the in-game store.
This pack includes 2 weapons for each character:
- Tanto and Katana for Naoe
- Kanabo and Teppo for Yasuke.
Happy gaming!
