Ezio Auditore: Ubisoft Japan's Favorite Character
Ubisoft Japan's 30th-anniversary celebration culminated in the announcement of their Character Awards, with Assassin's Creed's Ezio Auditore da Firenze claiming the top spot! This online poll, open from November 1st, 2024, allowed fans to vote for their three favorite characters across Ubisoft's extensive game library.
The results, revealed on Ubisoft Japan's official website and X (formerly Twitter), showcase Ezio's enduring popularity. To celebrate, a dedicated page features Ezio in a unique artistic style, and four free digital wallpapers (PC and mobile) are available for download. A lucky 30 fans will also receive an Ezio acrylic stand set, while 10 will win a massive 180cm Ezio body pillow.
Beyond Ezio's victory, the top ten characters were revealed, highlighting a diverse range of Ubisoft titles:
- Ezio Auditore da Firenze (Assassin's Creed II, Brotherhood, Liberation)
- Aiden Pearce (Watch Dogs)
- Edward James Kenway (Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag)
- Bayek (Assassin's Creed Origins)
- Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad (Assassin's Creed)
- Wrench (Watch Dogs)
- Pagan Min (Far Cry)
- Eivor Varinsdottir (Assassin's Creed Valhalla)
- Kassandra (Assassin's Creed Odyssey)
- Aaron Keener (The Division 2)
In a parallel poll, the Assassin's Creed franchise itself secured first place, outperforming Rainbow Six Siege and Watch Dogs. The Division and Far Cry series followed in fourth and fifth place respectively.
