Assassin’s Creed Shadows is HELLA Queer! Yasuke is Black AND Gay?!
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Yasuke is not just Black, but he’s also Queer. Yes, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is putting a gay Black samurai in Feudal Japan, and gaming journalists are THRILLED that "the chuds" are mad about it. But will Ubisoft be so thrilled when the sales numbers start rolling in? ➡️ Tip Jar and Fan Support: http://ClownfishSupport.com ➡️ Official Merch Store: http://ShopClownfish.com ➡️ Official Website: http://ClownfishTV.com ➡️ Audio Edition: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qJc5C6OkQkaZnGCeuVOD1 Assassin’s Creed Shadows is facing controversy for featuring a black samurai with same-sex romance options, sparking debate over historical accuracy and LGBTQ+ representation in the gaming industry. 00:00 Assassin’s Creed Shadows faces controversy for featuring a black samurai with same-sex romance options, sparking debate over historical accuracy and LGBTQ+ representation. 03:08 Assassin’s Creed Shadows will have same-sex romance options, while previous games like Valhalla and Odyssey also featured same-sex romances. 06:01 Assassin’s Creed Shadows will have same-sex romance options and more developed relationships, with different relationship dynamics and an icon to indicate characters’ sexual orientation. 07:56 Assassin’s Creed Shadows will have same-sex romance options, sparking backlash from conservative gamers. 11:51 Gamers are upset about the portrayal of a black samurai and the inclusion of potentially gay characters in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. 13:15 Assassin’s Creed Shadows features a queer protagonist and emphasizes the importance of representation beyond tokenism. 15:19 Yasuke is gay and the game Assassin’s Creed Shadows features a queer black samurai in feudal Japan, sparking a fascinating discourse on historical accuracy and representation. 18:18 The gaming industry is facing challenges with studios closing and gamers rejecting certain titles, with Assassin’s Creed Shadows potentially being a victim of the drama surrounding it. About Us: Clownfish TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary channel that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer’s point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Games #AssassinsCreedShadows #News #Commentary #Reaction #Podcast #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech
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