Assassin’s Creed Shadows finally delivers the feudal Japan setting fans have wanted since the series began, and it's absolutely stunning. From exploration to cultural immersion, there’s a lot to discover—and some things you shouldn’t do. If you’re wondering whether you can climb the torii gates in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, here's what you need to know.
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Can You Climb the Torii Gates in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?Why Shouldn’t You Climb the Torii Gates?
Can You Climb the Torii Gates in Assassin’s Creed Shadows?
To get right to the point: yes, you can climb the torii gates in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. However, it doesn't impact gameplay in any way.
Early in the game, as you take control of Naoe and explore the open world, you'll encounter Shinto shrines marked by torii gates at their entrances. The game advises against climbing them out of respect for their sacred nature. Still, if you choose to ignore this, you can scale them—though you won’t find anything useful at the top. It's purely an optional action if you feel like testing boundaries.
Why Shouldn’t You Climb the Torii Gates?
In Japanese culture and Shinto tradition, torii gates symbolize the passage between the spiritual and the everyday world. They are considered thresholds for spirits, so climbing over them is viewed as deeply disrespectful. That's why the game explicitly asks players to refrain from doing so.
While there are no in-game penalties for climbing them, it's simply a matter of cultural courtesy to avoid it.
That covers everything you should know about climbing torii gates in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. For more tips and game guides, be sure to check out The Escapist.
