Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Shadows continues to evolve with update 1.0.5, bringing a blend of fan-requested features, new content, and a collaboration no one saw coming. Available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, the patch is a substantial one—ranging in size from ~3.3 GB on PS5 to ~19 GB on Xbox Series consoles—and it packs more than just technical tweaks.
Dog Loyalty and Ghostly Threats: A Tale of Two Quests
One of the biggest surprises in this update is the decision to unlock the previously pre-order-exclusive mission, Thrown to the Dogs, for all players. The quest centers around a loyal pup named Tsuki-maru who seeks revenge for his fallen master. Players who complete the “From Spark to Flame” mission can now embark on this side story and earn the canine companion as a Hideout pet.
On the opposite end of the tone spectrum, Ubisoft has thrown a curveball with a Dead By Daylight crossover event. In it, players must investigate strange disappearances in Harima, triggering a stealth-horror-style questline that diverges from Assassin’s Creed’s usual formula. Featuring spooky new mechanics, a mysterious killer, and a special Hideout reward, this limited-time event adds a welcome dose of suspense.
Loot Meets Lore: Balatro and Beyond
Rounding out the update’s new items is the Balatro-inspired “Winning Hand” amulet, which introduces a unique perk system tied to combat finishers. Random affliction effects trigger on combo enders, giving seasoned players an added layer of unpredictability in battles.
Cosmetics also play a role here—Dead By Daylight-themed outfits, weapons, and trinkets are now available in the store, including a steed named Maurice that fans of the horror franchise might recognize.
Movement Reborn: Parkour and Precision Get a Major Boost
For longtime players, the most meaningful update might be the overhaul to Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ parkour mechanics. New features include:
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Vertical Jump Mechanics: Naoe and Yasuke can now grab ledges and awnings without relying on wall runs.
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Sprint Toggle Lock: Sprint remains engaged as long as directional inputs are held during parkour sequences.
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Enhanced Ejects: Side and back ejects now cover more distance and include new animations for Naoe, improving the flow of traversal and combat positioning.
These changes make movement more intuitive and fluid, directly addressing feedback from the community since launch.
Capture the Moment: Photo Mode Gets a Massive Upgrade
Ubisoft also delivered the most expansive photo mode yet seen in the Assassin’s Creed franchise. Players can now:
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Change the time of day
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Toggle facial expressions and poses
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Turn headgear on/off
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Add music while composing shots
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Use stickers, filters, and new frame options
This expanded toolkit ensures players can fully capture the vibrant (and deadly) beauty of feudal Japan in style.
Final Thoughts
The May update for Assassin’s Creed Shadows isn’t just about patching bugs or tweaking balance—it’s a full-scale content drop that caters to explorers, combat lovers, horror fans, and creators alike. Whether you’re petting Tsuki-maru, running from unseen killers, or scaling temples with reworked parkour mechanics, this update proves Ubisoft still has plenty of tricks up its sleeve.
With content this varied and polish this refined, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is shaping up to be one of the most dynamic and supported entries in the franchise yet.
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