NEW CONTENT Ubisoft has finally announced the release date for their upcoming Assassin’s Creed Shadows DLC, which sees the Claws of Awaji DLC arrive on 16 September. This highly anticipated DLC adds about 10 hours of new gameplay with a new island to explore, brand new weapon set, special abilities, new gear reskins and add a new playable character.
Pre-orders of Assassin’s Creed Shadows include the Claws of Awaji DLC for free. But pricing for the standalone expansion hasn’t been announced.
Before the DLC’s release, Assassin’s Creed Shadows players will be able to enjoy the release of the New Game+ mode July 29. It’s all part of Ubisoft’s larger summer infrastructure, so you can expect plenty of hot and fresh new content in the shooter.
What Is on the Way in the New Game+ Update?
The New Game+ mode allows players to replay the story following the final mission and retain their character level, gear, skill points, and Hideout progress. Assassin’s Creed Shadows DLC update further upping the level cap to 80 and adding in the new Knowledge Rank 10, Forge Level 4 and all-new achievements.
The player may elect to replay the story from the beginning or skip ahead to the point when Naoe acquires the hideout.
In addition to this, Ubisoft releases Project 3 that introduces new assets, Animus-themed gifts, and collectibles. Whether you’re playing through the game or jumping into the Assassin’s Creed Shadows DLC itself Project 3 has the perfect weapon for you.
Quality-of-Life Updates in Early September
Prior to the release of the Claws of Awaji DLC, Ubisoft will implement a major update in early September introducing various community-requested features to Assassin’s Creed Shadows:
- Fast-forward time-of-day toggle
- Unfog map after viewpoint sync
- Forge progression for Mythic, Artifact gear
- Hideout and stability improvements
- Uncapped framerate for cutscenes (PC)
These upgrades are free and designed to enrich the experience for new and returning players as they prepare for the Assassin’s Creed Shadows DLC.
More Content Still in Development
Ubisoft also clarified that more significant expansions are still in development for the game. A co-op mode, provisionally titled League, is said to be aiming for a 2026 release and will include other character pairs as Naoe and Yasuke.
Another multiplayer mode called Invictus will feel up to 18 players in a gameplay format similar to that of Fall Guys. Though these modes are still in the distant future, Ubisoft’s primary attention for now remains on the core game and Assassin’s Creed Shadows DLC.
Celebrating the Community
Ubisoft thanked players for their feedback and help, particularly in relation to the recent Nightmare difficulty level, enhancements to Photo Mode, as well as its collaborations with Dead by Daylight and Critical Role.
They also held a Discord Photo Mode contest, with more events and AMA sessions set to be announced. The development team will be taking to Reddit in the next installment of the AMA to answer questions and insights into the future of the Assassin’s Creed Shadows DLC, and beyond!
What’s In-Store for Assassin’s Creed Shadows Gamers?
To maximize your enjoyment of the Assassin’s Creed Shadows DLC, it’s best if you’ve finished the game’s main story. The Claws of Awaji Flashpoint become available after completing the story.
And if you are on PC, the September update will also enable you to play cutscenes at uncapped framerates which will create smoother and more cinematic visuals.
Summary
With its exciting new content on the horizon, the upcoming DLC called Assassin’s Creed Shadows is set to broaden that experience even further. With the addition of the Claws of Awaji expansion and New Game+ to teasers of multiplayer and community content, Ubisoft has a lot of great content in store for the fans.
Whether you’re preparing for a second playthrough, or just waiting for the new island to explore – now is the perfect time to jump back into Assassin’s Creed Shadows.
