Ubisoft Announces DLC Release Date and Update Roadmap for Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Sophie Laurent 
Key Takeaways
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- New Game Plus mode is available from July 29, allowing players to restart the game with retained level, skills, and base progression.
- Level cap increases to 80, additional passive skills are introduced, and hideout improvements become accessible in New Game Plus.
- The Claws of Awaji DLC will be released on September 16, introducing a new island with traps and a new faction for players to explore.
- Quality of life updates, such as adjustable in-game clock, all hidden map locations revealed, and boosted frame rates during PC cutscenes are scheduled for early September.
New Game Plus, DLC, and More Updates for Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Assassin’s Creed Shadows has achieved a significant milestone, reaching over 5 million players, a figure that includes both game purchasers and Ubisoft+ subscribers. Following this success, Ubisoft has shared its upcoming content roadmap, which includes the Awaji Claws DLC slated for September 16. Kicking off the updates, New Game Plus mode arrives on July 29. This mode allows players to restart the story while retaining their level, skills, and base progression. Players can also opt to bypass the “endless war” prologue, beginning directly from the hideout acquisition. The level cap expands to 80, additional passive skills are introduced, and hideout improvements become accessible. Completing New Game Plus will yield in-game rewards such as cosmetic items or fresh weaponry. An update focused on quality of life features is scheduled for early September. This patch will allow players to adjust the in-game clock, unveil all hidden map locations, and boost frame rates during PC cutscenes.
The Claws of Awaji Expansion Unveils New Journey for Assassin’s Creed Shadows Fans on September 16
These enhancements precede the official launch of The Claws of Awaji expansion on September 16. In this expansion, Naoe and Yasuke will explore an unexplored island fraught with traps, encountering a distinct faction that pursues them in the local woods. Players can also acquire various armor sets, legendary weapons, and Naoe’s fourth weapon type, the bo staff. These planned releases offer new ways for Assassin’s Creed Shadows fans to continue their journey.
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Assassin's Creed Shadows |
| Brief Summary | Live the intertwined stories of Naoe, an adept shinobi Assassin from Iga Province, and Yasuke, the powerful African samurai of historical legend. Against the backdrop of the turbulent late Sengoku period, this remarkable duo will discover their common destiny as they usher in a new era for Japan.
Experience an epic historical action-adventure story set in feudal Japan! Become a lethal shinobi Assassin and a powerful legendary samurai as you explore a beautiful open world in a time of chaos. Switch seamlessly between two unlikely allies as you discover their common destiny. Master complementary playstyles, create your shinobi league, customize your hideout, and usher in a new era for Japan. |
| Platforms | PlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, Mac |
| Released | March 20, 2025 |
| Genre | Role-playing (RPG), Adventure |
| Play Modes | Single player |
| Content Rating | 19+ |
| Languages | Chinese (Simplified), English, Korean |
| Genre | Ubisoft Québec |
| Genre | Ubisoft Entertainment |
| Ratings | 80/100 (72 reviews) |
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