Allegations of Plagiarism Surround Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows Character Design
Controversy in Gaming World
The recent unveiling of character designs in Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows has sparked debates among fans and critics alike.
Alleged Inspiration
Ubisoft's newest installment in the Assassin's Creed series is under fire for allegedly drawing design cues from the renowned manga and anime 'One Piece', specifically, the character Zoro's distinctive sword.
- Familiar Imagery: Fans have pointed out striking similarities between the in-game weapon and the iconic 'Sandai Kitetsu' wielded by Zoro.
- Repeat Offenders: This controversy follows earlier allegations against Ubisoft regarding the use of historical imagery in character and asset design.
Ubisoft has yet to respond to the accusations, leaving the community divided over the origins of the character's sword design.
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