Ezio Auditore Joins SoulCalibur V

NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe and Ubisoft have announced that the wall climbing, roof jumping Ezio Auditore from the Assassins Creed series will be a playable guest character in SoulCalibur V.

This monumental collaboration will let players control Ezio and his wide range of assassination tools including a Roman Longsword, Stiletto, Crossbow, Hidden gun and his trademark Hidden blade.

Fans of the Assassins Creed franchise can rejoice as they play the part of their favourite hooded hero.

“The entrance of Assassin’s Creed into the SoulCalibur universe is an historic meeting of two of the most revered and influential game series,” said Olivier Comte, Senior Vice President at NAMCO BANDAI Partners. 

“Ezio has captured the imaginations of millions of fans around the world, and it will be very exciting to see how his lightning fast moves stand up to the mighty swordplay of SoulCalibur’s finest.”

“We are thrilled to see Ezio enter the world of SoulCalibur, as we believe the values of both brands fit together” said Geoffroy Sardin, EMEA Chief Marketing and Sales Officer at Ubisoft.

“We think that this partnership will bring a great new gameplay experience to both SoulCalibur and Assassin’s Creed fans”.

Developed by the legendary Project Soul team, SoulCalibur V picks up 17 years after the events of SoulCalibur IV with new heroes and returning warriors clashing in an epic showdown between good and evil.

The tale of Patroklos, son of Sophitia Alexandra, unfolds as his family’s destiny intertwines with the Soul swords. With the series’ revolutionary 8-way run, allowing for true 3D movement during matches, refined battle systems, and stunning graphics.

SoulCalibur V delivers exhilarating 3D fighting mechanics, breathtaking visuals, and new characters alongside expanded online and character creation modes.

SoulCalibur V is due for release in Australia & New Zealand on February 2nd 2012 on the PS3 and XBox 360.