Assassin's Creed Shadows Patch Notes

Hello everyone! We just released a quick patch for Assassin's Creed Shadows (1.1.13) focused on resolving some minor user interface fixes.

 AC Shadows Title Update 1.1.12 - Release Notes Hello everyone, Tomorrow, July 28th, we will be releasing this closing Title Update 1.1.12 for bug fixes on Assassin’s Creed Shadows @ 14:00 UTC / 10:00 AM EST / 7:00 AM PST.   Please note that the update will be available on Nintendo Switch™ 2 on Thursday, July 30th@ 14:00 UTC / 10:00 AM EST / 7:00 AM PST.    Want to discuss the Title Update with your fellow community members? Why not join our official Assassin’s Creed Discord server?  Thank you to everyone for the support, and who has taken the time to report issues to us via the Bug reporter. As always, you can contact our support team if you run into any trouble.   Patch Sizes:   Xbox Series X|S: 20.42 GB PlayStation®5: 2.3 GB Nintendo Switch™ 2: 8.5 GB PC: 17.54 GB Steam: 2.9 GB MAC: 9 GB  Bug Fixes & Improvements  Gameplay Fixed an issue in Domains with "Naoe's Grab" and "Throw" ability not breaking enemy armor while the "Find the Gap" modifier was active. Fixed an issue in Domains with the "Adrenaline Drain" and "Ability Lockdown" modifiers occasionally appearing together, resulting in an unintended and punishing combination. Fixed an issue in Domains with the “Momochi Sandayu” boss fight playing an incorrect animation, instead of a death animation when defeated. Fixed an issue where players become stuck in the first Domain when the "Speedrun" modifier was active. Fixed an issue with the "Fading Perfection" engraving removing 99% of Naoe's health on ability use instead of the intended 20%. Audio/Language Fixed an issue with Yasuke's "Meca Mask" audio not playing correctly during Black Tides Story Pack's cutscene. Fixed an issue with some text in Simplified Chinese showing squares (□) instead of the correct characters. Visual/Graphics Fixed an issue where the "Peasant Hat" engraving showed its base value of 6% instead of its actual boosted value in the Inventory and Forge menus. Fixed an issue with the "Pirate King Hat" perk description being incorrect. Fixed an issue with the Forge's unlock condition for "Reduce all cooldowns by 10% on deflect" engraving appearing blank. Fixed an issue with the Forge's unlock condition for "Reduce all cooldowns by 5% on critical strike" engraving appearing blank. Fixed an issue with several assassination perk descriptions being incorrectly displayed. They showed hardcoded values (e.g. always "+1") instead of updating correctly when the perk was upgraded. Fixed an issue potentially causing players to find significant frame rate drops occurring in the Domains, after killing enemies when the "Avenger" modifier is active. Gears & Perks Fixed an issue with perks triggered by specific conditions (backstabs, critical hits, headshots, posture attacks, or hitting afflicted/vulnerable enemies above or below half health) were not receiving their 50% boost when engraved on enhanced gear, despite appearing as boosted in the UI and stat sheet. Fixed an issue in Domains with "Kunai" and "Shuriken" incorrectly bypassing enemy armor when the "Find the Gap" modifier was active. Fixed an issue in Domains with the "Ice Shard" effect from the "Shiver of the Mountain Armor" bypassing enemy armor when the "Find the Gap" modifier was active. Fixed an issue where perks that prevent death did not trigger before the “You Only Live Once” modifier. Fixed an issue with "Naoe's Memento Licere perk" not working correctly. No money was gained and no notification would appear when grabbing enemies. Fixed an issue following the 1.1.11 update where engravings from certain trinkets including "Masakado's Vengeance" were missing and could no longer be transferred or applied to other items. SPOILERS AHEAD!  Quests "Claws of Awaji": Fixed an issue where Tsuyu could become stuck in the terrain if the player jumped before using the "grappling hook". "Buried Secrets": Fixed an issue where dying and respawning could cause Rufino to disappear, making it impossible to open the barrier required to continue the mission. "Black Tides": Fixed an issue during the final fight against Eamon, if Yasuke used an execution that severed Eamon's forearm, the following cutscene incorrectly showed him holding his sword with the missing arm. "Black Tides": Fixed an issue during the epilogue cutscene, Yasuke and Naoe could incorrectly appear wearing their headgear, this was particularly noticeable with larger or masked helmets. "Black Tides": Fixed an issue with the Naoe and Yasuke wanted posters missing from the wall decoration selection at the hideout. 

Mostly decent open-world ninja sim Assassin’s Creed Shadows is getting its last big update today, as Ubisoft begin the process of shooing players away from the year-old RPG and towards the gleaming, nipple-adding newness of Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced. The Shadows patch even includes an unlockable outfit based on Edward Kenway’s pirate garb, displaced only 150 or so years out of its appropriate time period for your synergistic brand awareness pleasure. Read more

UPDATE: Title Update 1.1.11 will be released on Switch 2 this Friday, June 19th at 14:00 UTC. Thank you for your patience! -Hello everyone,Tomorrow, June 16th, we will be releasing Title Update 1.1.11 for Assassin’s Creed Shadows @ 14:00 UTC / 10:00 AM EST / 7:00 AM PST.Want to discuss the Title Update with your fellow community members? Why not join our official Assassin’s Creed Discord server? Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to report issues to us via the Bug reporter. As always, you can contact our support team if you run into any trouble. Patch Sizes:Xbox Series X|S: 26.1 GBPlayStation®5: 10.01 GBNintendo Switch™ 2: 9.5 GBPC: 21.69 GBSteam: 10 GBMAC: 9 GB PATCH HIGHLIGHTS:New Free Story Quest: Black TidesA new threat washes ashore!Two elite-level Templars known as "Black Cross" are called to Japan to hunt Naoe and Yasuke for all the trouble they have caused. But as is often the case with the Templar Order, those Black Cross may have additional goals of their own: It's up to our two protagonists to prevent them from acquiring whatever they seek - and manage to stay alive...Conditions for Black TidesComplete Naoe & Yasuke's main storyComplete "A Critical Encounter" post-launch questComplete "A Puzzlement" post-launch quest New Crossover Projects: Riptides & UndertowWe’re releasing two new crossover Projects available in the Animus HUB called Riptides and Undertow, in which you can unlock new themed outfits, weapons, trinkets and more!To activate the new Projects, complete Anomalies and progress through the rewards like previously released ones. These include rewards for both Shadows and Black Flag Resynced and can be progressed by completing Anomalies from both games.Note: Unfortunately, these will not be available on Nintendo Switch 2 as it contains crossover content with Black Flag Resynced, which will not be releasing for Nintendo.New End-game Feature: DomainsA brand-new Animus activity that will put your RPG build crafting skills to the test as you tackle 5 new gameplay simulations across 10 challenge levels.Unlock conditions: Reach level 30MOD, an Assassin hacker, has created a new type of simulation called “Domains.” These trials are designed to help the Dark Animus users sharpen their combat and survival skills. Those who can rise to the challenge can earn dozens of new and remixed outfits, weapons, trinkets and engravings.The higher the difficulty, the more gameplay modifiers will be applied. The goal is to push you out of your comfort zone and make you rethink your loadouts. A strategy that works in one Domain may not in the next. “Time to get those Mythic and Artifact upgrades you’ve been putting off!”MOD has an exclusive shop and in-game currency you can use to purchase new end-game gear sets, new powerful engravings, and a progression tree to support the Domain’s increasing challenges. As you push through higher difficulties, MOD will reward you with weapons and armors that longtime Animus users may recognize.And you will need it all if you want to beat the hardest challenge levels (and get the secret rewards along the way!)Note: None of these items will ever be in the store or the exchange. These are Domain-exclusive, for bragging rights only!New Animus Rift: HorizonAnother Rift has opened to reveal trouble stirring in its depths.The Eagle has more information to share about the Guide.Note: You must complete the two previous Animus Rifts to access the New one: Horizon. Additional Highlights:Quality of Life HUB ImprovementsChange to the access to Animus HUB features in the main menu.We've changed the access to the HUB features in the main menu to harmonize with how they are accessed from gameplay. The System menu will now only be accessible through the Shadows' Memory page. Bug Fixes & ImprovementsGameplayDamage increase for “Shurikens” fired from the “Bank Shot” and “Triple Threat” tools mastery upgrade.\All abilities that destroy enemy armor are now half as effective when used against bosses.Fixed an issue preventing the “weak point attacks from making enemies vulnerable a second time” engraving from unlocking correctly.Fixed an issue where Yasuke’s knowledge bonus that granted damage reduction against melee or ranged attacks had no effect.Enemies now take fall damage from shorter heights, resulting in more overall fall damage.Damage from “Poison Kunai” thrown by enemies is reduced.Damage from “Explosive Grenades” thrown by enemies is reduced.\Up to 6 “Corrupted Castles” are now available each season.Fixed an issue with Naoe’s “Katana Sheath” being stuck to her. UIForge engraving lists have been reordered, and a new “Critical Category” has been added.\Fixed an issue where some perks are shown in the wrong forge category engraving list.Fixed an issue where some perks and knowledge skills displayed the wrong icons.Fixed an issue where the “Damage when Hitting Vulnerable Enemies” perk was missing from the stat sheet.Naoe’s “Peasant Hat Headgear” perk now has extra text in the stat sheet clarifying it only triggers when below 1 adrenaline.\Fixed an issue where Yasuke’s knowledge bonus “Damage with Combo Enders” showed a value 10 times higher than intended in the stat sheet.Pins and world markers are now saved through travels in Japan and Awaji. Gears & PerksPerks listed below have been reworked to a % of an adrenaline chunk and have been rebalanced to a lower value:Adrenaline ToolsAdrenaline on HeadshotAdrenaline on Critical HitAdrenaline over half healthAdrenaline under half healthAdrenaline on afflicted enemiesAdrenaline on posture attackAdrenaline on vulnerable enemiesPerk present on “Whisper of Gold Long Katana” now increases ability damage by 100% (up from 50%).Fixed an issue where Naoe’s “Kusarigama” perk “Affliction on Entangled Enemy” dealt lower damage than intended when triggering bleed with entanglement.Fixed an issue with “Blade of Yumminess” missing from inventory in some cases.“Teppo” and “Bow” weapons can now be engraved with armour damage and armo...

Hello everyone,Today, April 7th, we released the Title Update 1.1.10 for Assassin’s Creed Shadows @ 14:00 UTC / 10:00 AM EST / 7:00 AM PST.Want to discuss the Title Update with your fellow community members? Why not join our official Assassin’s Creed Discord server?Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to report these issues to us via the Bug reporter. As always, you can contact our support team if you run into any trouble. Patch Sizes:Xbox Series X|S: 17.46 GBPlayStation®5: 3.45 GBNintendo Switch™ 2: 5.4 GBPC: 14.66 GBSteam: 4.4 GBMAC: 9 GBPATCH HIGHLIGHTS:Bo for Everyone!Don’t have the Claws of Awaji Expansion? No worries!You can now find non-legendary Bo weapon just by exploring the shadows of Feudal Japan. Once you’ve earned at least one Unique Bo, the non-legendary versions can start dropping from enemies, showing up in chests or appearing at merchants like any other weapon. PSSR 2 SupportStep into the shadows as Naoe or Yasuke, and experience a richer, sharper vision of feudal Japan.PSSR 2 support arrives on PlayStation®5 Pro console, enhancing image quality and performance as you journey through sweeping landscapes, vibrant cities and serene countryside. Mouse and Keyboard Support on Switch 2A new way to play arrives! Mouse and Keyboard support is now available on the Nintendo Switch 2.Take full control of Naoe and Yasuke in a whole new way, wielding your weapons with the precision and freedom of your favourite setup, to traverse the shadows of the night with delicate stealth. Your fight. Your style. Your way. Bug Fixes & ImprovementsGameplayFixed an issue with fast travel points being unavailable.Enemies can now suffer up to 5 afflictions at the same time.Fixed an issue with extra Rations being obtained from Claws of Awaji not being visible under maximum Rations in stats sheet.Fixed an issue with damage increases not applying while unarmed.Fixed an issue with various stat sources capping at +100%. UIFixed crashing issue when checking add-on content.Resolved an issue where total progression remained at 97.89% after all content was completed.The Detailed Stat Sheet now shows Combo Ender damage and correctly reflects any damage issues.Detailed Stat Sheet adjusted to now display capped and uncapped stats more clearly.Fixed an issue after updating, encountering a 'Missing Content' error causing the player to lose all gear earned from the expansion Claws of Awaji. Weapons & PerksCorrected an issue for Yasuke's Samurai passive ability "Defensive Break Level 3" showing +50 instead of 150% damage on enemy collisions.Fixed an issue with the "Critical Insight" heighten senses upgrade being nonfunctional.Fixed an issue with the "Hidden Onslaught" hidden hand upgrade being nonfunctional.Fixed an issue with "Extended Duration" Tenzutsu Burst upgrade, from Claws of Awaji being nonfunctional.Fixed an issue where the "Defensive Breach" upgrade would not show +50% damage on enemy collisions once upgraded to rank 3.The "Oni's Rage" Kanabo's perk now specifies it spreads 25% bleed buildup on kill.Fixed an issue with some trinket perks requiring the inventory to be closed before visible in Detailed Stat Sheet.Fixed an issue with "Underworld Emissary Horns" helmet perk's bonus damage not vanishing after entering a smoke bomb’s radius.Fixed an issue with "Claws of the Tides" long Katana perk sometimes failing to make the next attack postured.Fixed an issue with affliction conversion perks being nonfunctional. LocalizationThe "Hurricane Stance" Naginata ability from Claws of Awaji now specifies how much ability damage is dealt.SPOILERS AHEAD!Quests"Brothers In Arms": Fixed an issue where players are unable to loot corpses to progress in the mission."Lost and Found": Fixed an issue after defeating Sentinel Boss while remaining in the arena."The Winter Raiders": Players can now complete the mission after defeating all the Winter Raiders.

Video game updates are an incredibly funny thing, mostly because I come from a time where they weren't a thing at all, apart from the odd second printing that patched some things here and there. Which is why my humerus has been particularly tickled by the news that a new Assassin's Creed Shadows has arrived today that, amongst a couple of other things, add in the ability to simply let you jump. Read more

Hello everyone,Tomorrow, February 17th, we will be releasing Title Update 1.1.8 for Assassin’s Creed Shadows @ 14:00 UTC / 9:00 AM EST / 6:00 AM PST.Want to discuss the Title Update with your fellow community members? Why not join our official Assassin’s Creed Discord server?Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to report these issues to us via the Bug reporter. As always, you can contact our support team if you run into any trouble.Patch Sizes:Xbox Series X|S: 15.77 GBPlayStation®5: 1.73 GBNintendo Switch™ 2: 2.91 GBPC: 13.24 GBSteam: 2.2 GBMAC: 9 GBPATCH HIGHLIGHTS:Manual JumpIt’s finally here!We’ve heard your request and are bringing back a fan favorite feature for Parkour: The Manual Jump.With the "Advanced Parkour" gameplay option enabled, the Parkour Up button now allows Naoe and Yasuke to jump at any time, making the world an even more dynamic playground for Parkour enthusiasts! Detailed Stats SheetTake a deeper dive into the stats of your Loadouts and gear with the Detailed Stats Sheet.Head to the Inventory Menu, and click either the right analog stick on Controller or TAB on Mouse and Keyboard, to see how all your gear, perks and loadouts work together in great detail to curate your build to your playstyle.Critical Hits – Visual ImprovementsWe've significantly increased the visual feedback on enemies' health bars when a Critical Hit lands. Allowing you to get a much better feel for how lethal your newest and greatest build actually is in practice.New Entry Point for the Animus MenuWe've added a new entry point to the Animus Menu!At the entrance of your Hideout you will find the Animus glitch. A new entry point to access the Projects, Exchange and Vault features quickly.Bug fixes & ImprovementsStabilityFixed stability issues.Fixed crashing issues when starting New Game+ on a platform where Claws of Awaji isn’t owned, using a save file that had already progressed through the Awaji storyline.GameplayXP earned from contracts will no longer be reduced when the season changes.WorldSeasons will no longer transition when swapping characters.Fixed an issue preventing NPCs from appearing in the hideout.Collision with the eagle at viewpoints will no longer prevent interaction to synchronize.Weapons & PerksFixed an issue where the Kusarigama and Naginata were granted double critical damage.Perks that would throw smoke bombs will now reflect that while in Expert or Nightmare difficulties.Addressed an issue where perk affliction buildup would visually impact items that were not equipped.Perks will consistently work on afflicted enemies.Fixed 'Trigger Affliction On Deflect' Engraving not working as stated.Poison Damage perks will no longer increase Fire Affliction damage.Fixed an issue where the "+50% Critical Chance while undamaged in combat" perk incorrectly only gave +5% for the Moonlight Crescent Robes.Corrected an issue where the "+5% damage reduction per enemy in combat" perk was not functional.Corrected an issue where the "+6% affliction buildup with tools" perk was not functional.The Assassin Mastery perk now gives the correct amount of adrenaline on assassinations.Addressed an issue where the "+10% damage per 10% health missing" perk granted extra damage while health was full.The "Hawkeye" perk for the Tenzutsu Burst Teppo will no longer increase all damage by 50% and instead only the Teppo's.Fixed an issue where the following perks increased damage in unintended ways and would not affect armor damage:Misfire perk: "+15% Damage, but 15% chance to Misfire" for the Bad News Teppo.Damage Against a Single Enemy: "+35% damage when facing a single enemy" for the Eye of the Dragon Katana and Claw of the Dragon Long Katana.Stack Damage After Block: "Stack +10% damage on next hit with each block" for the Sage's Reach Naginata.Damage While Surrounded: "+35% damage when surrounded by 2 or more enemies" for the Kaen Kusarigama.Damage on Timed Hit: "+15% damage on next hit when pressing Light or Heavy Attack Button on hit" for the Flying Leaf Katana.Celestial Hunger: "+100% Damage but removes all rations" for the Moon Eater Blade Katana.Mystic Reach: "Far Reach increases Posture Damage by 15% and stacks up to 3 times" for the Fox Tail.Damage for Unused Ability Slots: "+10% damage per unused Ability slot" for the Amaterasu's Blessing.Damage for Empty Armor Pieces: "+50% damage per empty Armor Piece" for the Minogame's Protection.Damage for Non-Legendary Gear: "+15% damage per non-Legendary or non-Artifact Gear equipped" for the Oni's Fury.Damage for Alerted Provinces: "+10% damage per alerted province" for the Fujin's Tempest.UIFixed an issue where Yasuke's Teppo Mastery Armor Damage increase was incorrect.Fixed an issue where text was missing at the Forge for the Fire and Frost perks.The "Spread 25% affliction buildup on afflicted enemy kill" perk now specifies the buildup amount for the Noh Masterstroke Costume.The Artist's Tear Tanto perk now correctly mentions the bonus is lost upon being hit.The Time-Honored Crescent Naginata perk now mentions the first strike is a Postured attack.Corrected the description of the Dark Encryption Kanabo's perk to "+75% damage".Fixed an issue where the "15% chance to gain a Valuable on kill" perk was wrongly categorized at the Forge.Corrected the description of the Damage on Horseback perk for the Falling Leaf Teppo.Corrected the description of the Ranged Damage Out of Combat perk for the Master Archer Outfit. PLATFORM SPECIFICXboxFixed a crashing issue when using or resetting Skill and Knowledge Points in the Skill Tree.SPOILERS AHEAD!Quests"The Lesson": Corrected an issue where the reward was not granted after completing the mission."The Lesson": Fixed an issue preventing interaction with Junjiro."Revenge": The player can leave Hiruga Bay without desynchronization occurring."The Lost Envoys": The player can now interact with the envoy without issues."A Different Kind of Samurai": Fixed an issue preventing the player from performing Kata."Temple Stories"...