If you’re an Assassin’s Creed fan, you’re going to like this.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows launched on Mac yesterday alongside its PC and console counterparts. The game, which is the most recent entry in the long-running Assassin’s Creed franchise from developer Ubisoft and features open-world RPG gameplay set in feudal Japan.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows gives players the opportunity to control one of two protagonists, each with their own play style and abilities. Naoe, a shinobi Assassin from Iga Province focuses more on stealth gameplay, and Yasuke, a formidable African samurai based on historical record, utilizes a more direct, action-heavy combat style. Naoe and Yasuke possess their own stats, skills, and gear. Players can swap between the two characters at any time to undertake quests as they see fit.
While Assassin’s Creed games have featured day and night cycles for years, Shadows includes changing seasons and weather. For example, a bush that might offer ample cover in the spring will become bare in the winter, making it that much harder to hide. Snow makes it more difficult to run and might slow down your escape. While climbing a structure, icicles could fall and alert nearby enemies. These changes introduce more dynamic gameplay, prompting players to reevaluate their approach to specific missions or targets.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows is built on the latest version of the Anvil Engine and is a native Mac port. The game requires an Apple Silicon Mac, and you’ll need an M1 Max or better to play the game at 720p at low settings and an M3 Pro or better to play with the best graphic settings.
The system requirements are as follows:
Operating system: macOS Sequoia 15.0, or higher
Processor: M1 MAX chip, or higher
Memory: 16 GB
Video card: M1 MAX chip, or higher
Hard drive: 130 GB available storage
Assassin’s Creed Shadows retails for $69.99 and is available for immediate purchase and download.
If you’ve had a chance to play the game, please let us know about your experience in the comments.
Via 9to5Mac and the Mac App Store