Assassin's Creed Shadows
News, coverage and analysis tracking Assassin's Creed Shadows across the outlets.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows – Should You Play It in 2026?Assassin's Creed Shadows offers a beautiful rendition of feudal Japan with strong parkour and stealth mechanics, despite a less compelling narrative. Post-launch updates have significantly improved gameplay, adding features like Nightmare difficulty and New Game+. While not the series' absolute best, it's a worthwhile entry for fans of the genre.
Police visit 91-year-old woman who missed check-in calls only to find her "playing video games in her bedroom"…A 91-year-old woman in Ohio was found by police engrossed in a video game after missing her daily welfare check-in calls. The incident highlights how gaming can captivate individuals of all ages, leading to unexpected situations.
Xbox Showcase Reportedly Coming Next Week Featuring Metro 2039Prominent insider NateTheHate claims Xbox will host a showcase on April 16, potentially revealing the rumored Metro 2039. The event may also feature announcements for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Remake. Details about other upcoming Assassin's Creed titles like Hexe and Shadows were also discussed, though noted as rumors.
UK software sales chart for the week ending April 11, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia risesThe UK software sales chart for the week ending April 11, 2026, shows Resident Evil Requiem as the overall top seller. Pokemon Pokopia saw a significant rise to second place, while Mario Kart World dropped to fifth. The chart lists the top 40 best-selling games for the period.- Daily Video Game Deals Apr 13 – Borderlands 4, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Lost Records – Bloom & Rage, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora From the Ashes Edition, Into the Restless Ruins & MoreDaily video game deals for April 13th include discounts on Borderlands 4, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora From the Ashes Edition. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
I’ve finally played the five best games of 2025 - Reader's FeatureA reader shares their top five games from 2025, despite the year being over. While games like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Star Wars Outlaws were honorable mentions, Dispatch, Ghost of Yōtei, Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Sword of the Sea made the final list. The reader also discusses games they did not enjoy, such as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Metroid Prime 4.
The Next State of Play May Happen Next WeekA rumored April 16th State of Play broadcast may feature third-party titles and potentially the announcement of the Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Remake. Insider NateTheHate shared the unconfirmed date, while reports also detail upcoming Assassin's Creed titles like Hexe, slated for 2027.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Could Finally Be Revealed on April 16th – RumorRumors suggest Ubisoft will reveal Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on April 16th, with the release potentially not far away. Insiders Tom Henderson and NateTheHate have corroborated the April 16th reveal date. The article also mentions a recent patch for Assassin's Creed Shadows on PlayStation 5.
Nintendo is underselling the power of the Switch 2 and its ports – but why?Despite the Nintendo Switch 2's surprising power and strong third-party ports, Nintendo is underselling its capabilities. The article argues that Nintendo's lack of promotion for these impressive ports, which include titles comparable to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S versions, is a missed opportunity for sales momentum, especially in Western markets.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake Announcement Reportedly Planned for Next WeekA remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is reportedly planned for announcement next week, with a potential release in the second quarter of fiscal year 2027 (June-August 2026). This information comes from Insider Gaming and ResetEra, though it should be treated as rumor. Other upcoming Assassin's Creed titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Assassin's Creed Hexe are also mentioned with their potential release windows and content plans.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Gets PSSR 2 for PS5 Pro, Mouse and Keyboard Support on Switch 2Assassin's Creed Shadows has received a new update adding the Bo weapon for all players and introducing PSSR 2 support for PlayStation 5 Pro. Nintendo Switch 2 players can now utilize mouse and keyboard controls. The update also includes numerous bug fixes and improvements across gameplay, UI, and weapons.
AC Shadows Update Brings Mouse Support to Nintendo Switch 2Ubisoft is releasing Title Update 1.1.10 for Assassin's Creed Shadows, which will introduce full mouse and keyboard support to the Nintendo Switch 2. This update also includes PSSR 2 support, aiming to enhance visual fidelity on the platform. The patch is scheduled to go live tomorrow at 2pm UTC.
Most Anticipated PS5 Pro Update for Hit RPG Finally RevealedCD Projekt Red is releasing a free PlayStation 5 Pro patch for Cyberpunk 2077 this week, enhancing visuals with 4K resolution and advanced ray tracing powered by PlayStation's Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR). The update targets 40 FPS in visual mode and up to 90 FPS in performance mode on the PlayStation 5 Pro. Several other games are also listed as supporting the new PSSR 2.0 technology.
PS5 Pro PSSR 2 Update Out Now for Popular 2025 Action RPGUbisoft has released update 1.1.10 for Assassin's Creed Shadows, which includes enhancements for the PlayStation 5 Pro, offering a sharper visual experience. The update also adds the previously expansion-exclusive Bo weapon as a free gift for all players. Numerous bug fixes and gameplay improvements are also detailed in the patch notes.- AC Shadows Title Update 1.1.10 - Release NotesUbisoft announced that Title Update 1.1.10 for Assassins Creed Shadows will be released on April 7th at 14:00 UTC. The update includes release notes for the new patch.
Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 Update Adds Mouse And Keyboard SupportUbisoft has released Title Update 1.1.10 for Assassin's Creed Shadows, introducing significant gameplay improvements and bug fixes. Notably, the Nintendo Switch 2 version now features mouse and keyboard support, offering players a new way to control Naoe and Yasuke. The update also includes adjustments to weapon perks, UI elements, and quest progression.- Assassin's Creed Shadows Title Update 1.1.10 Out This Week On Switch 2, Here Are The Patch NotesUbisoft is releasing Title Update 1.1.10 for Assassin's Creed Shadows this week, bringing significant gameplay improvements and fixes. Notably, the Nintendo Switch 2 version will receive mouse and keyboard support, offering a new way to control the characters. The update also includes various bug fixes for gameplay, UI, weapons, and quests, along with localization adjustments.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows 1.1.10 update announced, patch notes – keyboard and mouse support for Nintendo Switch 2 and moreUbisoft announced that the Assassin's Creed Shadows version 1.1.10 update will be released tomorrow, April 7. The patch introduces keyboard and mouse support for the Nintendo Switch 2, adds the non-legendary Bo weapon for all players, and includes numerous bug fixes and improvements across gameplay, UI, weapons, and quests.
Assassin's Creed Shadows Patch 1.1.10 Pushes PSSR 2 on PS5 Pro, Unshackles the Bo StaffUbisoft is releasing patch 1.1.10 for Assassin's Creed Shadows, which will enable PSSR 2 support for the PlayStation 5 Pro, enhancing visual quality. The update also unlocks the Bo staff for all players and includes various bug fixes and improvements across gameplay, UI, weapons, and quests.- PS5 Pro New PSSR Upscaler is now Accessible on Assassins Creed ShadowsThe PlayStation 5's new PSSR upscaling technology is now accessible in Assassin's Creed Shadows. This next-generation technology aims to enhance image quality across all visual modes on the console.