Ubisoft Japan's 30th Anniversary Character Awards Crowns Ezio Auditore!
Ezio Auditore da Firenze, the iconic Assassin's Creed protagonist, has emerged victorious in Ubisoft Japan's Character Awards, a celebratory event marking the company's three decades of success. This online competition, running from November 1st, 2024, allowed fans to vote for their top three favorite Ubisoft characters.
The results, revealed on Ubisoft Japan's official website and X (formerly Twitter), showcase Ezio's enduring popularity. To celebrate his win, a special webpage featuring Ezio in a unique art style has been created, along with four free downloadable wallpapers (PC and mobile). Furthermore, a lucky 30 fans will receive an exclusive Ezio acrylic stand set, and 10 will win a massive 180cm Ezio body pillow!
Beyond Ezio's triumph, the top ten characters were also unveiled, highlighting a diverse range of Ubisoft's beloved characters. Aiden Pearce from Watch Dogs secured second place, followed by Edward Kenway from Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag.
Here's the complete top ten:
- 1st: Ezio Auditore da Firenze (Assassin's Creed II, Assassin's Creed Brotherhood, Assassin's Creed Liberation)
- 2nd: Aiden Pearce (Watch Dogs)
- 3rd: Edward James Kenway (Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag)
- 4th: Bayek (Assassin's Creed Origins)
- 5th: Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad (Assassin's Creed)
- 6th: Wrench (Watch Dogs)
- 7th: Pagan Min (Far Cry)
- 8th: Eivor Varinsdottir (Assassin's Creed: Valhalla)
- 9th: Kassandra (Assassin's Creed Odyssey)
- 10th: Aaron Keener (The Division 2)
In a related poll, the Assassin's Creed franchise itself also claimed the top spot, surpassing Rainbow Six Siege and Watch Dogs. The Division series and Far Cry rounded out the top five franchises.
