Canon Mode in Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Should You Enable It?

The more recent *Assassin’s Creed* games have shifted towards the RPG genre, introducing dialogue options when interacting with NPCs. These choices can sometimes be challenging, leaving players to wonder whether to use Canon Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. Here’s everything you need to know about this feature.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Canon Mode Explained

Canon Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* eliminates the player's ability to choose dialogue options. When enabled, all conversations in the game automatically unfold, with the game selecting responses on behalf of the player. This mode ensures you follow the story’s canon path, where characters Yasuke and Naoe respond and react exactly as intended by the game's writers. If experiencing the narrative as the creators envisioned is important to you, Canon Mode might enhance your gameplay experience.

It's important to note that Canon Mode can only be selected when starting a new game. Once gameplay begins, you cannot toggle this feature on or off, unlike the Guided Exploration option.

Should You Use Canon Mode?

In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, unlike in *Assassin’s Creed Odyssey*, the choices you make through dialogue options do not significantly alter the story's outcome. These options are primarily there to add flavor, allowing you to shape Yasuke and Naoe’s personalities—whether you prefer them to be kindhearted or more ruthless. If customizing their characters’ demeanor is important to you, consider turning off Canon Mode to tailor your gameplay experience.

However, since these choices have minimal impact on the overall narrative, opting for Canon Mode might not feel like a crucial decision. It’s almost inconsequential in terms of the story's progression.

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