What Happens When You Beat Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

SPOILER WARNING: This article contains minor spoilers regarding the narrative structure of Assassin's Creed Shadows, Naoe and Yasuke's personal stories, and the roles of Assassins and Templars within the game's plot.

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Assassin's Creed Shadows is a sprawling RPG brimming with activities. While the main questline is substantial, the game offers much more beyond the credits. Let's explore what awaits after completing the main story.

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What Can You Do After You Finish Assassin’s Creed Shadows? Answered Assassin’s Creed Shadows Epilogue and Endgame Explained What’s Next For Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

What Can You Do After You Finish Assassin’s Creed Shadows? Answered

Simply put, nearly everything you could do before. Assassin's Creed Shadows' vast open world is packed with side content. Completing the main quest doesn't lock this content; you're free to explore feudal Japan to your heart's content. Post-launch, weekly challenges added via the Animus will continually provide fresh objectives, even after achieving 100% completion.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Epilogue and Endgame Explained

The story isn't quite finished after the credits roll. In my playthrough, the credits appeared after completing the Shinbakufu Objective Board and Yasuke and Naoe's main quests. However, the Act 3 and Epilogue trophies remained unclaimed. To unlock the true ending and epilogue, finish Naoe, Yasuke, and Junjiro's personal stories. Then, return to the Hideout and speak with Tomiko. This will trigger the complete ending and associated achievements.

Exclusive Assassin-themed gear for Naoe and Templar gear for Yasuke is earned near the game's conclusion. These armor sets offer unique perks that enhance each protagonist's playstyle, and their designs will resonate with longtime Assassin's Creed fans. Even after the credits, players can continue progressing toward the game's maximum level cap.

What’s Next For Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

While the main story concludes at launch, future content is planned. The Animus will receive updates with new content, and the in-game store will likely be refreshed with new items. A story expansion, "Claws of Awaji," is slated for later in 2025. This DLC will introduce the Island of Awaji as a new location and add over 10 hours of gameplay.

Assassin's Creed Shadows is currently available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.