Assassin’s Creed Shadows Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2: Release Date and Key Features Revealed

In a landmark announcement for fans of both the iconic Assassin’s Creed franchise and Nintendo hardware, Ubisoft has officially confirmed that Assassin’s Creed Shadows is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2.

Set for release on December 2, 2025, this much-anticipated port ensures that Nintendo’s next-generation console will be home to the latest chapter in the long-running action adventure series. Assassin’s Creed Shadows, which debuted in March 2025 across major platforms, marks the newest mainline entry in Ubisoft’s acclaimed series.

The game transports players to 16th-century Japan with dual protagonists: the agile shinobi Fujibayashi Naoe and the formidable samurai Yasuke.

Players will navigate a beautifully realized feudal Japan, blending stealth, parkour, and intense melee combat across a dynamic world filled with seasonal and environmental changes. Ubisoft’s official statement highlights several Switch 2-specific enhancements: cross-progression support and comprehensive touchscreen functionality for in-game menus such as the world map, store, and hideout.

The Nintendo Switch 2 version will ship with all recent updates and free content drops released for other platforms, with the only omission being the “Claws of Awaji” content pack. Explaining the dual-protagonist gameplay, Ubisoft stated that players can swiftly transition between Naoe and Yasuke, allowing them to adapt their approach based on the scenario.

Fans can expect franchise staples like shuriken, smoke bombs, and the Hidden Blade for stealth assassinations, as well as intense samurai combat with katanas and naginatas.

The two-character system is designed to provide a rich, varied experience as users alternate between stealth and strength to overcome challenges in a historically detailed world. Assassin’s Creed Shadows capitalizes on the power of the new Nintendo hardware.

The latest version of Ubisoft’s Anvil engine brings next-generation features to the Switch 2, including ray-traced Global Illumination, real-time reflections, virtualized geometry, and dynamic environmental effects like wind and particles.

Players will see the vibrancy of Japan’s countryside, experience lifelike rain-slick rooftops, and marvel at cherry blossoms drifting in the wind—all curated to deliver an immersive adventure.

Full Japanese voiceover is also supported, deepening the player’s connection to the setting. With this announcement, Ubisoft reaffirms its commitment to bringing blockbuster franchises to Nintendo’s platforms.

The launch of Assassin’s Creed Shadows on Nintendo Switch 2 on December 2, 2025, signals a bright future for action adventure titles on the new console.

For Assassin’s Creed and Nintendo fans alike, this release promises an unparalleled journey through feudal Japan—now paired with the versatility and innovation expected from the Switch 2 ecosystem. For more updates on Assassin’s Creed Shadows and the latest Nintendo Switch 2 news, keep an eye on future Nintendo Directs and eShop announcements.

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