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The resistance to external critique isn't limited to Western audiences. In Japan, fans and cultural experts pointed out inaccuracies and cultural insensitivity—yet Ubisoft developers reportedly refused to publicly engage with these criticisms. Instead, they were advised to ignore such feedback, further alienating key markets and undermining global reputation. A Japanese YouTuber exposed contradictions and defended Ubisoft’s approach, suggesting their dismissive attitude towards criticism may indeed be deliberate and ideological rather than accidental.