Who Would Win? Assassin’s Creed Shadows Actors Weigh In on Yasuke vs. Naoe

Ubisoft recently dropped a fun and insightful promotional video for Assassin's Creed Shadows, featuring actors Masumi (Naoe) and Tongayi Chirisa (Yasuke) chatting about their characters and the game’s dynamics. The video gave fans a cool behind-the-scenes look, but the highlight was definitely their playful debate over who would win in a fight between their characters.

During the conversation, Chirisa threw out the question, “Who wins in a fight between Yasuke and Naoe?” Masumi suggested they answer at the same time, and after a quick countdown, both confidently said, “Naoe.” Their agreement led to a friendly fist bump before Chirisa explained his reasoning. “You’re a ninja. You could be right here, and I’d never know,” he said, gesturing toward his neck. He joked that Yasuke’s big helmet would make him an easy target for a stealthy assassin like Naoe.

This lighthearted exchange struck a chord with fans, as it perfectly reflects the core gameplay contrast in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. Yasuke brings raw power and samurai combat, while Naoe thrives on agility and stealth—something that has always been a key part of the Assassin’s Creed series. "Especially with that big a** helmet of mine, you could just snap me [from] miles away, like you're throwing something at me," Chirisa added.

Beyond the fun banter, the video also showcased the actors' natural chemistry, which fans loved.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows has already made a huge splash since launch, pulling in 2 million players in 48 hours and earning solid reviews from both fans and critics. Ubisoft’s promotional content, like this engaging interview, keeps the momentum going.