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While the petition and vocal outrage highlight discontent, industry experts believe that Ubisoft is unlikely to alter or cancel Assassin’s Creed: Shadows at this stage. The game remains in development, and the franchise’s vast population of fans—and its financial stakes—make outright cancellation improbable.
However, the controversy could influence the game’s commercial performance. Expectations are mixed: some believe it might underperform compared to earlier entries, while others think it may still find its audience. The core issue remains: many players, especially Japanese fans, feel their culture has been mishandled and exploited for superficial diversity.