Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
I've completed Assassin's Creed Shadows and here's a complete beginner's guide on what I wish I knew earlier before playing this game, so hopefully all of these tips and tricks can help you out before you boot it up, with NO storyline spoilers!
If you didn't know though, Assassin's Creed Shadows is an upcoming action role-playing game developed by Ubisoft Quebec and published by Ubisoft. The game is the 14th major instalment in the Assassin's Creed series and the successor to 2023's Assassin's Creed Mirage, as well as the first title to be included in the Assassin's Creed: Infinity platform.
Set in 16th-century Japan at the end of the Sengoku period, the game will focus on the millennia-old struggle of the Assassin Brotherhood, who fight for peace and liberty, and the Templar Order, who desire peace through control, from the perspective of two protagonists: Naoe, a female shinobi, and Yasuke, an African samurai inspired by the historical figure of the same name. The two characters control differently and provide a unique gameplay style, allowing quests to be approached in multiple ways.
Shadows is scheduled to release for PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox Series X/S, macOS, and iPadOS on March 20, 2025.
*Thank you:* Cheers to the @UbisoftUK & @Ubisoft teams for allowing me a very early preview of the game, so I could make this in-depth video for you.
*Disclaimer:* Specific footage and topics discussed in this video have been officially shared with me by Ubisoft. All gameplay captured and footage shown adheres to the parameters set by Ubisoft in line with the UK and worldwide embargo guidelines for the 18th of March; all other media in the video has been released into the public domain.
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═════════ Timestamps ════════
00:00 |📢| Assassin's Creed Shadows
00:18 | 10 | General Info
01:40 | 9 | World Restrictions
03:20 | 8 | Canon Mode & Romances
04:50 | 7 | Exploration Tips & Tricks
06:19 | 6 | Seasons Tips & Tricks
07:58 | 5 | Open World Activities
09:48 | 4 | Knowledge Points & Mastery Skills
11:21 | 3 | Customisation Unlocks
12:28 | 2 | Animus Hub Weekly Quests & Rewards
14:56 | 1 | Secret Settings
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| #AssassinsCreedShadows | #ACShadows | #AssassinsCreed | #ubipartner
I've completed Assassin's Creed Shadows and here's a complete beginner's guide on what I wish I knew earlier before playing this game, so hopefully all of these tips and tricks can help you out before you boot it up, with NO storyline spoilers!
If you didn't know though, Assassin's Creed Shadows is an upcoming action role-playing game developed by Ubisoft Quebec and published by Ubisoft. The game is the 14th major instalment in the Assassin's Creed series and the successor to 2023's Assassin's Creed Mirage, as well as the first title to be included in the Assassin's Creed: Infinity platform.
Set in 16th-century Japan at the end of the Sengoku period, the game will focus on the millennia-old struggle of the Assassin Brotherhood, who fight for peace and liberty, and the Templar Order, who desire peace through control, from the perspective of two protagonists: Naoe, a female shinobi, and Yasuke, an African samurai inspired by the historical figure of the same name. The two characters control differently and provide a unique gameplay style, allowing quests to be approached in multiple ways.
Shadows is scheduled to release for PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox Series X/S, macOS, and iPadOS on March 20, 2025.
*Thank you:* Cheers to the @UbisoftUK & @Ubisoft teams for allowing me a very early preview of the game, so I could make this in-depth video for you.
*Disclaimer:* Specific footage and topics discussed in this video have been officially shared with me by Ubisoft. All gameplay captured and footage shown adheres to the parameters set by Ubisoft in line with the UK and worldwide embargo guidelines for the 18th of March; all other media in the video has been released into the public domain.
═══════════ Cool Links ═══════════
instagram.com/andyreloads
twitter.com/AndyReloads
tiktok.com/@andyreloads
discord.com/invite/andyreloads
══════════ Reloads Team ══════════
📝 | Co-Content Creator | @evermorenika
📝 | Co-Content Creator | @gebakkendonut
═════════ Timestamps ════════
00:00 |📢| Assassin's Creed Shadows
00:18 | 10 | General Info
01:40 | 9 | World Restrictions
03:20 | 8 | Canon Mode & Romances
04:50 | 7 | Exploration Tips & Tricks
06:19 | 6 | Seasons Tips & Tricks
07:58 | 5 | Open World Activities
09:48 | 4 | Knowledge Points & Mastery Skills
11:21 | 3 | Customisation Unlocks
12:28 | 2 | Animus Hub Weekly Quests & Rewards
14:56 | 1 | Secret Settings
══════ More AndyReloads ══════
🎬 | AndyReloads | Assassin's Creed Shadows - Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Building The Hideout (Tips & Tricks)
youtu.be/P7RzsLXKH6Y
🎬 | AndyReloads | Assassin's Creed Shadows - BEST Gear, Weapons, Skills & More to get early... (Tips & Tricks)
youtu.be/BI9gVL4HEg4
🎬 | AndyReloads | Assassin's Creed Shadows - Do Not Skip These 5x Secret Legendary Animals... (Locations & Rewards)
youtu.be/QATjTxMe7pc
🎬 | AndyReloads | Assassin's Creed Shadows - I REALLY Wish I Had Known This Sooner... (Tips & Tricks)
youtu.be/uq8ZL-OWfu8
🎬 | AndyReloads | EVERYTHING you NEED to know before you play Assassin's Creed Shadows... (No Spoilers)
youtu.be/QxIL-ymfVpc
🎬 | AndyReloads | Assassin’s Creed Shadows – The Latest Must-Know Updates...
youtu.be/-4pMpTfJQCA
🎬 | AndyReloads | Assassin's Creed Shadows - 10 BIG Details You Need To Know Before Launch...
youtu.be/t2pFmZPCw-I
🎬 | AndyReloads | What is the Assassin's Creed Animus Hub? (AC Infinity)
youtu.be/M1c2-ngDoyg
🎬 | AndyReloads | So, is Assassin's Creed Shadows any good? (No Spoilers)
youtu.be/xBeZ3j90Mpo
🎬 | AndyReloads | The Ultimate Update on Assassin's Creed Shadows in 2025
youtu.be/NlmU1u416i0
🎬 | AndyReloads | I got to see 3x private demos of Assassin's Creed Shadows... (New Gameplay & Impressions)
youtu.be/vAE9tKjXWCI
🎬 | AndyReloads | I did NOT expect this in Assassin's Creed Shadows...
youtu.be/mGaTHlklIeQ
🎬 | AndyReloads | Assassin's Creed Shadows Trailer Breakdown - Exciting NEW Details!
youtu.be/8UFYL18-eQg
🎬 | AndyReloads | Everything You Need to Know about Assassin's Creed Shadows (2024)
youtu.be/c9JL2FH2ZeE
═════════ Hashtags ═════════
| #AssassinsCreedShadows | #ACShadows | #AssassinsCreed | #ubipartner
