The recent *Assassin’s Creed* titles have embraced the RPG genre, introducing dialogue choices during interactions with NPCs. These choices can be challenging, and if you're considering using Canon Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, here's what you should know.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Canon Mode Explained

Canon Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* eliminates the ability to select dialogue options. When activated, all in-game conversations will proceed automatically, with the game making the dialogue choices for you. This mode ensures that you experience the story as the writers envisioned, following the canon path where characters Yasuke and Naoe respond and react according to the original narrative intent. If you're keen on experiencing the story as intended by the creators, Canon Mode might be the right choice for you. However, keep in mind that Canon Mode can only be selected at the start of a new game and cannot be toggled on or off mid-play like Guided Exploration.

Should You Use Canon Mode?

Unlike *Assassin’s Creed Odyssey*, where player choices significantly impact the story, the dialogue options in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* tend to be more about flavor than consequence. These options allow you to shape the personalities of Yasuke and Naoe, choosing whether they come across as more compassionate or more ruthless. If these character nuances are important to you, it might be better to disable Canon Mode and enjoy the freedom of your choices. However, since these decisions have minimal impact on the overarching story, opting for Canon Mode won't detract from your experience in a major way. The choice is ultimately inconsequential to the plot's progression.

That covers everything you need to know about Canon Mode in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and insights on the game, be sure to visit The Escapist.