Climbing Torii Gate in Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Consequences Revealed

*Assassin’s Creed Shadows* has finally brought us to the long-awaited feudal Japan setting, a dream come true for fans since the series began. This new installment is packed with activities and sights to explore, including the iconic torii gates. If you're curious about whether you can climb these gates in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, here’s all you need to know.

Can You Climb the Torii Gates in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

To get straight to the point: yes, you can climb the torii gates in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. Early in the game, as you take control of Naoe and begin to explore the open world, you'll encounter Shinto shrines marked by these gates. While the game advises against climbing them to respect their sanctity, you can still ascend to the top if you choose to. However, there's nothing to gain up there; it's purely an act of defiance or curiosity.

Why Shouldn’t You Climb the Torii Gates?

In the context of Japanese culture and Shinto beliefs, torii gates are revered as the thresholds where spirits pass between the sacred and the mundane. They command a sense of respect and reverence, and climbing them is considered disrespectful. This is why *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* explicitly advises players against doing so. While there are no in-game penalties for climbing the gates, it's a gesture of respect to the culture and traditions that the game aims to represent.

That covers everything you need to know about climbing the torii gates in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and insights on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.