Assassin’s Creed’s Ezio is Ubisoft Japan’s Most Popular Character

Ubisoft Japan's 30th Anniversary Character Awards: Ezio Auditore Takes the Crown!

Ubisoft Japan's recent Character Awards, celebrating their 30th anniversary, have declared a clear victor: Ezio Auditore da Firenze from the Assassin's Creed series. The online poll, open from November 1st, 2024, allowed fans to vote for their top three favorite characters across Ubisoft's extensive game library.

Ezio's triumph is marked by a dedicated page on the Ubisoft Japan website showcasing him in a unique artistic style, along with four free downloadable wallpapers (PC and mobile). Furthermore, a lucky 30 fans will receive an Ezio acrylic stand set, and 10 will win a sizable (180cm) Ezio body pillow!

The top ten characters, as revealed on Ubisoft Japan's website and X (formerly Twitter), are:

1. Ezio Auditore da Firenze (Assassin's Creed II, Assassin's Creed Brotherhood, Assassin's Creed Liberation)
2. Aiden Pearce (Watch Dogs)
3. Edward James Kenway (Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag)
4. Bayek (Assassin's Creed Origins)
5. Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad (Assassin's Creed)
6. Wrench (Watch Dogs)
7. Pagan Min (Far Cry)
8. Eivor Varinsdottir (Assassin's Creed: Valhalla)
9. Kassandra (Assassin's Creed Odyssey)
10. Aaron Keener (The Division 2)

In a parallel poll, the Assassin's Creed franchise also secured the top spot, surpassing Rainbow Six Siege and Watch Dogs. The Division and Far Cry followed in fourth and fifth place respectively. This double victory underscores the enduring popularity of the Assassin's Creed series and its iconic protagonist, Ezio Auditore.