Assassins Creed Shadows Combat and Progression Unveiled

Ubisoft has unveiled new details about the combat and progression systems in Assassin's Creed Shadows. Game director Charles Benoit shed light on character development, loot distribution, and weapon variety.

The game boasts a dual progression system: mastery points and knowledge points. Mastery points are earned through leveling up and defeating challenging enemies, while knowledge points are acquired by completing missions and discovering hidden items. These points unlock new abilities and enhance weapons.

Each weapon features its own unique upgrade tree, enabling players to craft personalized builds. Players enjoy the freedom to reset their progress at any time, experimenting with different strategies and weapon combinations. Each weapon offers distinct bonuses, ideal for specific combat scenarios. Legendary weapons, such as the naginata, provide unique advantages, countering otherwise insurmountable attacks that other weapons can't deflect.

Assassin's Creed Shadows' combat system supports stealth takedowns, but also actively encourages diverse combat approaches. As characters develop, additional stat upgrades unlock, allowing for further skill refinement. The developers emphasize that mastering all techniques and upgrades will demand a substantial time commitment.

Assassin's Creed Shadows launches March 20th for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Players can anticipate a deep and engaging experience blending stealth, combat, and strategic progression.