Assassin’s Creed Stunt Recreated in Real Life as Red Bull Athlete Sets Haystack Jump World Record
Red Bull athlete and professional freerunner Lilou Ruel has set a new world record by jumping 18.2 meters into a massive stack of hay, recreating the iconic “Leap of Faith” stunt from the Assassin’s Creed video game series. The jump, equivalent to leaping from a six-story building, was captured in a viral video by Red Bull and saw Ruel safely land in the hay without injury.
Ruel’s accomplishment demonstrates the enduring cultural impact of Assassin’s Creed, whose signature “Leap of Faith” mechanic—where players jump off high structures into hay or water—has become recognizable far beyond gaming. The stunt combines Ruel’s professional skills in freerunning and stunt work with the pop culture iconography of the long-running game franchise.
After successfully completing the heart-stopping jump, Ruel celebrated with friends and joked on Instagram about the achievement, suggesting the record could potentially be pushed even higher in future attempts. The moment represents a growing trend of real-world recreation of video game moments, blending digital culture with physical performance and athletic achievement.