Ubisoft recently unveiled an exciting summer roadmap for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, detailing significant updates slated for late July and September. On July 29, the game will see an increase in the level cap from 60 to 80, alongside the introduction of New Game Plus and additional trophies and achievements for players to attain.
The upcoming update promises new Knowledge Ranks and Mastery Skill ranks, providing players with more avenues for character development. Furthermore, players can look forward to upgrades for their Hideouts, highlighted by the introduction of Heiji’s Forge. Ubisoft also mentioned the debut of Project 3, launching on the same date, bringing new resources, data files, and exclusive Animus-themed rewards for collectors.
New Game Plus will be accessible following the completion of the final story mission. This mode will reset story progression and objectives, but players will retain their character level, gear, skill points, Knowledge Rank, and Hideout progression. Additionally, players can choose to restart from the beginning of the story or fast-forward to a later point, specifically when Naoe takes control of the Hideout.
Following the July update, another quality-of-life update is scheduled for early September, featuring improvements such as the world map becoming unfogged upon completing viewpoint synchronization, the ability to skip time-of-day, and new upgrade levels for equipment. Players can also look forward to enhanced features, including an uncapped frame rate for cutscenes on PC and a variety of bug fixes to enhance gameplay stability.
On September 16, the first expansion for the game is also set to launch, further enriching the gaming experience for Assassin’s Creed fans. Overall, these updates reflect Ubisoft’s commitment to enhancing player engagement and satisfaction with the franchise.
This roadmap not only promises new content and improvements but also illustrates the continued evolution of the Assassin’s Creed series, ensuring that both new and veteran players can enjoy fresh experiences within its expansive universe.