Assassin's Creed Shadows Turns 1, Netflix Series Production Begins

One year after its launch, Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows has marked its anniversary with a free in-game reward for players, while the franchise expands further through Netflix's newly announced live-action series now in production. Released on March 20, 2025, for PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox Series X/S, and macOS, the game later arrived on Nintendo Switch 2 in December 2025. Set in 16th-century feudal Japan, it follows protagonists Fujibayashi Naoe, a fictional kunoichi, and Yasuke, a historical African-born samurai, as they unite against the Templar Order to defend peace and liberty.

The title earned generally positive reviews, with critics praising its immersive open world, refined parkour, and stealth mechanics, achieving an average score of 81 out of 100 on OpenCritic. To celebrate the milestone, Ubisoft offered players a complimentary switchblade cosmetic item, redeemable via the code ACSHGIFTYEAR2026 on the company's website. The reward appears in the in-game inventory for use with Naoe, enhancing her arsenal. Officials from Ubisoft highlighted the gesture as a thank-you to fans, noting via social media that it underscores the game's continued support, including the Claws...