Shadows of Assassin’s Creed is set to release in a few months and Ubisoft is now sharing more details about the game. A new set of changes will challenge players to explore with less hand-holding. New exploration mechanisms in Shadows were discussed in a blog post on the official website Ubisoft website. Among the new features of Shadows of Assassin’s Creed were “major changes […] to foster a unique feeling of discovery as you travel the world.
To do this, the game will encourage exploration and investigation without as many indicators. “We didn’t want to hold the player’s hand too much with icons and markers. We wanted to create an open world where information was essential and would become a form of reward,” the blog states. Shadows of Assassin’s Creedwhich was recently delayed, is now scheduled for release on March 20, 2025.
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The full blog post takes an in-depth look at the changes to exploration, with the world map receiving numerous updates. In Shadowsthe map will only reveal region names and drawings alluding to key locations. By exploring, more details of the map will be unlocked, and by visiting new regions and landmarks, the clarity of the map will improve for players. The new map will feature different zoom levels, each with their own levels of information to aid players in their quest objectives.
Lookouts/Sync Points are also making a return to the Assassin’s Creed franchise in Shadowsbut they too will be reorganized for the new title. Viewpoints will reveal nearby points of interest and unlock a fast travel point – although Ubisoft says some of these will be located in enemy-controlled territories that are difficult to escape. “Safe Havens” will serve as fast travel points for players looking to move around the map without risking finding themselves inside enemy-controlled territories.
“You are the Eagle” Assassin’s Creed Shadow Dev introduces new exploration methods
Completing quests on a more micro level requires significant new observation mechanics in Assassin’s Creed: Shadows. “We don’t have an Eagle companion to help you; now you are the Eagle,” Ubisoft teased, adding that players will need to find good vantage points to observe their surroundings. “Observation is crucial in helping you find your quest objectives, targets, or any clues in a location, especially when you investigate an area. identified by your scouts.
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As players progress through the game, scouts will help them locate their objectives and gather important resources, putting them at the heart of exploration. “When in doubt about the location of an opportunity or target, consult your world map and deploy scouts to scan ahead and reveal a more precise location for your quest objectives,” Ubisoft explained. As scouts help open up more of the map, players can also use other tools at their disposal, like the Pathfinder, to help them take the most optimal path to reach their marked objectives.
Shadows of Assassin’s Creed is scheduled to be released on March 20, 2025.
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Assassin’s Creed: Shadows follows a talented assassin navigating the treacherous world of feudal Japan. Tasked with uncovering and dismantling a secret Templar conspiracy, players use stealth, parkour, and combat skills to complete missions and uncover hidden truths. The game combines the rich historical setting with the iconic gameplay of Assassin’s Creed, delivering a blend of action, strategy and immersive storytelling.
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March 20, 2025
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Ubisoft
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Adult 17+ // Blood and gore, intense violence, language
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March 20, 2025