Assassins Creed Shadows WILL Print STOLEN Japanese Banner Image In Artbooks After Bullsh*t Apology

Summary

Ubisoft faces backlash for using a Japanese reenactment group's banner in 'Assassin's Creed Shadows' without permission. Despite an insincere apology, the company refuses to remove the stolen artwork from the game's art book, sparking further criticism from gamers and the group. The incident highlights Ubisoft's disregard for feedback and respect for intellectual property, casting a shadow over the game's reputation and the company's integrity.

Takeaways

• 📜 Ubisoft issued a statement regarding the use of a stolen Japanese reenactment group's banner in 'Assassin's Creed Shadows', but it was criticized for not being an actual apology.
• 🎮 The Japanese reenactment group, SE gahara Too Thai, discovered that their banner was used in the game without permission and depicted by a random infantry unit.
• 🗣️ Ubisoft's response to the issue was prompted by the potential lawsuit threat and the backlash from both Western and Japanese gamers.
• 🙇 Ubisoft Japan X account offered an apology on behalf of the company, but the developers themselves did not directly apologize.
• 🚫 Despite the apology, Ubisoft stated that the artwork would still be included in the art book of the collector's edition, indicating a continued profit from the stolen artwork.
• 🤔 The reenactment group requested the removal of the banner from the art book, but reportedly faced over two weeks of silence from Ubisoft.
• 💭 Speculation suggests that Ubisoft may be hesitant to accommodate the request due to the potential cost of reprinting the art books, despite being a large company.
• 🔒 It is suggested that Ubisoft may not be willing to make further changes to the situation, possibly due to the game's potential poor sales performance.
• 💬 The lack of action by Ubisoft to rectify the situation could further damage their reputation and relationship with gamers and the reenactment group.
• 🤝 There is an expectation that Ubisoft, facing backlash, would take steps to improve public perception, but their inaction suggests otherwise.
• 🕊️ The video creator expresses disappointment in Ubisoft's handling of the situation and questions the company's respect for the reenactment group and its fans.

Q & A

What was Ubisoft's response to the controversy surrounding the use of a stolen banner in Assassin's Creed Shadows?

Ubisoft issued a statement that was meant to be an apology but did not actually include an apology. They acknowledged the use of the flag without permission and offered an apology via their Ubisoft Japan account, but also stated that the artwork would still be included in the art book of the collector's edition.

Who is the SE gahara Too Thai or the SE gahara rifle core?

The SE gahara Too Thai, also known as the SE gahara rifle core, is a Japanese historical reenactment group dedicated to teaching the public about the use of matchlock rifles during the Battle of suaki gahara.

How did the SE gahara Too Thai discover that their banner was used in Assassin's Creed Shadows?

The group discovered the unauthorized use of their custom banner in the promotional materials for Assassin's Creed Shadows when it was depicted as being flown by a random infantry unit in the game.

What was the community's reaction to Ubisoft's initial response to the banner theft?

The community, including both Western and Japanese gamers, criticized Ubisoft's response, which was seen as insufficient and not a genuine apology.

What action did the SE gahara Too Thai request Ubisoft to take after the controversy?

The SE gahara Too Thai requested Ubisoft to remove the pictures of their banner from the art book included in the collector's edition of Assassin's Creed Shadows.

How did Ubisoft respond to the request to remove the banner from the art book?

Ubisoft reportedly denied the request and did not provide any assistance, leading to over two weeks of radio silence from the company towards the group.

What could be a possible reason for Ubisoft's reluctance to accommodate the group's request?

It is speculated that Ubisoft may be hesitant due to the potential costs of reprinting the art books, or because they have already printed them and do not want to incur further expenses.

What is the current status of the physical and digital art books in relation to the stolen banner?

The physical art books in the collector's editions may still contain the stolen banner, while the digital art books might be changed, although this is not confirmed.

How has the controversy affected the perception of Assassin's Creed Shadows and Ubisoft?

The controversy has led to significant backlash against Assassin's Creed Shadows and Ubisoft, with many players expressing disappointment and lack of trust in the company.

What is the potential impact of this controversy on the sales of Assassin's Creed Shadows?

The controversy may negatively impact the sales of the game, as it has already generated a significant amount of negative publicity and eroded trust among potential buyers.

What steps could Ubisoft have taken to rectify the situation according to the video?

Ubisoft could have issued a genuine apology, removed the banner from all promotional materials and art books, both digital and physical, and shown a commitment to addressing the concerns of the reenactment group and the gaming community.