Assassin's Creed Shadows: Romance Options and Strategies

In the captivating world of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* set in Feudal Japan, romance adds an intriguing layer to the gameplay, allowing players to explore deeper connections with certain characters based on their actions. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to engage in romance and who you can romance in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*.

How Does Romance Work in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

Romance has been a recurring feature in recent *Assassin’s Creed* titles, such as *Odyssey* and *Valhalla*. In *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, the approach to romance is uniquely tailored. Both protagonists, Naoe and Yasuke, have opportunities to pursue romantic relationships. Players have the flexibility to decide whether these relationships will be fleeting or long-lasting, even with canon mode enabled.

How to Romance Another Character in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Engaging in romance in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* is straightforward. The game includes multiple quest chains centered around Naoe or Yasuke getting to know potential allies. Some of these characters will flirt or hint at a deeper connection, leaving it to the player to decide whether to pursue it further.

The game makes it clear when romance is an option. Characters interested in romance will often use flirty dialogue, with Gennojo's dirty one-liners being particularly unsubtle. When a dialogue option appears with a heart icon next to it, choosing that option will progress the romantic subplot. As the relationship develops, the heart icon will evolve to include a cupid's arrow at crucial moments.

It's important to note that choosing a romantic dialogue option once or twice won't automatically lock you into a relationship. Conversely, missing out on early romantic options can impact later interactions. For instance, in my playthrough, I initially declined a flirty option with Gennojo, which later affected Naoe's ability to advance the relationship when a significant moment arose. Thus, keeping your romantic options open during pivotal moments is advisable, as you never know who might capture your heart later in the game.

Who Can You Romance in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

Both Naoe and Yasuke have distinct romantic options in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, which appear to be tied to each protagonist. The game offers both heterosexual and same-sex romance options, with some characters seemingly favored in the narrative. Here are the romantic options I've discovered so far:

• Naoe can romance Gennojo
• Naoe can romance Katsuhime
• Yasuke can romance Lady Oichi

And that concludes the romance guide for *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, detailing who you can romance and how to do it. *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* is now available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.