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Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows roadmap through late March adds a major Feb 17 update with a new detailed stats page, sharper critical-hit visuals, and a manual jump option via an 'advanced parkour' mode; a Parkour Challenge invites 60-second video submissions with prizes. The Switch 2 version will receive the DLC Claws of Awaji on March 10, introducing a new area and missions for Yasuke and Naoe.
The Switch 2 version 1.1.8 patch for Assassin’s Creed Shadows adds a Manual Jump feature, a Detailed Stats Sheet for gear and loadouts, improved critical-hit visuals, and a new Animus entry point, alongside extensive bug fixes and platform tweaks (notably for Switch 2 touchscreen, docked water reflections, and quest/XP stability).
Ubisoft has announced that Assassin's Creed Shadows' Claws of Awaji expansion will launch on Switch 2 on March 10 as part of the Shadows Winter Roadmap, adding a new area and storyline where Naoe and Yasuke head to Awaji Island to hunt a lost treasure, plus new weapons and skins that carry over to the base game. Ahead of that, a ver. 1.1.8 update arrives February 17 with improved stat pages, updated critical-hit visuals, and a manual jump option; Ubisoft will also kick off a one-year anniversary celebration on March 20 with livestreams and giveaways.
Ubisoft reveals Assassin's Creed Shadows' Winter Roadmap, adding a community parkour challenge, a detailed stats page, and a manual jump option (enabled via Advanced Parkour Options) arriving Feb 17; the Switch 2 version will receive Claws of Awaji on March 10 with a new region, gear, enemies, and over 10 hours of content, plus anniversary livestreams on March 20.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows for PS5 and Xbox Series X is nearly 60% off at Best Buy, priced at $29.99 for a limited time, offering a feudal Japan open-world RPG with high praise and two playable protagonists, Naoe and Yasuke.
In 2025, ninja games made a significant comeback with six major releases, including new installments and remasters of classic franchises like Ninja Gaiden and Shinobi, as well as new titles from Assassin's Creed and Sucker Punch, highlighting a renewed interest in stealthy warrior protagonists.
Ubisoft releases Title Update 1.1.7 for Assassin's Creed Shadows on Switch 2, fixing crashes, improving stability, adding new animations, resources, and addressing various gameplay and visual issues, with the update going live on December 17, 2025.
Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed: Shadows will release update 1.1.7, adding new finishers, a new Rift, and various fixes including FPS stability on PC, UI improvements, and bug fixes for quests and gameplay mechanics, enhancing overall player experience.
Retailers have prematurely sold copies of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Assassin’s Creed Shadows for Switch 2, with the former highly anticipated after 18 years, and the latter showcasing Switch 2's capabilities. The leaks pose a risk of spoilers and spoil the official release experience, especially for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.
The latest update 1.1.4 for Assassin's Creed Shadows on PS5 introduces major features like Corrupted Castles and Advanced Parkour, along with bug fixes, new weapons, and gameplay enhancements, aiming to enrich the open-world experience.
Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows update 1.1.4, launching on October 28, introduces new activities like Corrupted Castles, an 'Advanced Parkour' toggle for more freedom, bug fixes, and new gold weapons, enhancing gameplay and replayability.
Ghost of Yotei has outsold Assassin's Creed Shadows on PS5 within three weeks of its release, indicating high player interest, despite Shadows having been out for seven months. The game has received positive reviews and is considered a hit, potentially influencing future game development from the same developer. However, Shadows still leads in overall sales, and the trend suggests Yotei's dominance may grow further soon.
Ghost of Yotei outsold Assassin’s Creed Shadows on PS5 in under three weeks, despite Shadows taking seven months to reach similar sales figures across all platforms. Yotei's quick success is attributed to strong brand loyalty among PlayStation fans, its compelling Japanese setting, and its alignment with current gaming trends favoring exploration and immersive worlds. Shadows, while technically impressive, struggled with overfamiliarity and a less distinct identity, especially in Japan where Yotei's cultural resonance was stronger. The article also discusses broader industry sales trends, including the success of Helldivers 2, emphasizing the importance of platform-specific strategies and data transparency.
Rumors suggest that Assassin's Creed Shadows may be released on Switch 2 on December 5, 2025, just after Metroid Prime 4, potentially affecting sales and indicating a digital download format, but these details are unconfirmed and should be taken with caution.
Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows developer AMA revealed that the game continues the Assassin-Templar conflict, plans future story expansions, and maintains lore without retconning. Features like dynamic seasons may appear in future games, social stealth could return, but no new hair options or Discovery mode are planned. The modern-day storyline will be expanded later, and some features inspired by Mirage, like parkour, have influenced Shadows' updates.