Ubisoft confirmed the Nintendo Switch 2 release of Assassin’s Creed Shadows following listings at French retailer Auchan and PEGI rating in April 2025. The port delivers the full open world experience set in 16th century feudal Japan with protagonists Naoe the shinobi and Yasuke the samurai supporting dual playstyles for stealth or direct combat. The standard edition functions as a Game-Key Card requiring download upon insertion while digital versions are available through the eShop.
Pricing sets at $59.99 in the United States £49.99 in the United Kingdom and Rs 4 999 in India for both formats with the premium edition at $99.99 / £89.99 / Rs 8 999 exclusive to digital. The Switch 2 version includes all post launch updates through November 2025 such as parkour enhancements and the A Puzzlement story drop excluding the Claws of Awaji expansion planned for early 2026.
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Does the Switch 2 port bring anything new?
The Switch 2 version utilizes touchscreen support for navigating menus the world map the store and hideout areas enhancing portability during gameplay. Cross progression operates through Ubisoft Connect allowing save data transfer from PlayStation 5 Xbox Series X/S PC and macOS versions. The game targets 1080p resolution in handheld mode and 4K docked with dynamic resolution scaling and 30 to 60 FPS performance.
Advanced parkour options introduced in the October 28 2025 update restore directional ledge catching and add the Corrupted Castles Animus activity. The November 25 2025 update brings the A Puzzlement quest with lighter tone mechanics like war kicks for Naoe and sneak stuns for Yasuke. The port excludes the September 2025 Claws of Awaji expansion adding 10 hours of content including new weapons bosses and the Awaji region with release scheduled for 2026.
The standard edition releases as a Game-Key Card containing the activation code for full download rather than pre installed content on the cartridge. This format aligns with Switch 2 releases of titles like Star Wars Outlaws and Cyberpunk 2077 allowing larger games within physical packaging limits. The digital version downloads directly through the Nintendo eShop with identical content and updates. The premium edition priced at $99.99 / £89.99 / Rs 8 999 is digital only including early access three day head start season pass with two expansions and 5 500 in game credits.
Pre orders begin October 23 2025 with physical copies shipping December 2 2025. The Game-Key Card measures standard cartridge size with artwork featuring Naoe and Yasuke against Japanese landscapes. Ubisoft provides free shipping for physical pre orders and digital notifications for launch day access.
Gameplay and new content inclusion
Assassin’s Creed Shadows on Switch 2 retains the core experience of the March 20 2025 launch on other platforms with intertwined stories of Naoe and Yasuke during the Sengoku period. Players alternate between stealth focused shinobi gameplay and samurai combat in a vast open world featuring castles villages and wilderness areas. The port includes all free updates up to November 25 2025 such as the third story drop and surprise collaboration.
Combat mechanics encompass katana duels bow archery and parkour traversal with customizable skills and gear. The Switch 2 version supports gyro aiming and motion controls for precise interactions. Multiplayer elements remain absent as the title focuses on single player narrative. Storage requirements estimate at 80GB for the base game expanding with updates. The port receives three years of major patches and five years of security updates from Ubisoft.
Pre orders open October 23 2025 with physical Game-Key Cards available at retailers like Best Buy GameStop and Amazon alongside digital purchases through the eShop. The standard edition prices at $59.99 / £49.99 / Rs 4 999 with regional variations for taxes and currency. The premium digital edition costs $99.99 / £89.99 / Rs 8 999 including exclusive content. Launch occurs December 2 2025 globally with shipping within 3 to 5 days for physical copies. Ubisoft offers bundled deals with controllers or accessories through select partners. The port targets fans of the series seeking portable access with no separate Switch 2 exclusive features announced. Digital sales enable immediate download on launch day.
