Shortly after launch, Assassin's Creed Shadows has already beaten Valhalla's peak player count on Steam, and might be on track to peak even higher.

Every protagonist has earned their place in the history of the series, with many memorable performances from actors who breathed life into the roles we've come to know and love. Following the release of Shadows, now's the perfect time to reflect back on best Assassin's Creed games and celebrate the leading characters who've stayed with us.

With the launch of Assassin's Creed Shadows, we've gathered everything you need to know about the long-awaited Feudal Japan Assassin's Creed in one place, from the review to our extensive Wiki guide to a look at where it performs best and much more.