American-Based Zimbabwean actor Tongayi Chirisa, known for his roles in various film and television productions, is set to make his mark in the gaming world with his latest project.
Chirisa will lend his voice to the character “Yasuke” in the highly anticipated Assassin’s Creed: Shadows game, developed by Ubisoft.
Taking to his Instagram account, Chirisa expressed his excitement about the opportunity, stating, “This has been a loooong time coming!! So glad I get to finally share/reveal that I’ll be voicing YASUKE, the powerful African samurai of historical legend in Assassin’s Creed Shadows!
Like what!?!??🤯🤯
Game comes out in November, hope you’ll enjoy!”
In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, players will embark on a thrilling journey set in feudal Japan, where they will assume the roles of two protagonists: Yasuke and Naoe. Yasuke, portrayed by Chirisa, is an African man who rose to prominence as a retainer in the service of Japanese warlord Oda Nobunaga. The trailer for the game, recently unveiled by Ubisoft, offers a tantalizing glimpse into the intricate narrative and immersive gameplay awaiting players.
As the launch of Assassin’s Creed Shadows draws near, fans of the franchise and gaming enthusiasts alike eagerly await the opportunity to delve into this captivating new installment, poised to deliver an unforgettable gaming experience.
Meanwhile, Tongai recently secured a significant role, being cast as the lead in the upcoming film “Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts.” Chirisa’s portrayal as the voice actor for the beloved character Maximal Cheetor has been officially confirmed.
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This Zimbabwean actor has previously portrayed notable characters such as “Man Friday” on NBC’s Crusoe television series, “Father Nicholas” on The Jim Gaffigan Show, and “Hekule” in Leon Schuster’s film “Mr. Bones 2: Back from the Past.
