Assassin's Creed Shadows Adds Jump Button Nearly a Year Later

In its latest update, Assassin's Creed Shadows enhances gameplay by introducing a manual jump option, improving player control and strategy. This update, released on February 17, 2026, also adds a detailed stats page for build analysis and enhances visual effects during critical hits. These modifications were largely influenced by player feedback and could rejuvenate interest ahead of the game's first anniversary on March 20, celebrated with a livestream and giveaways. However, this update appears to be one of the few significant changes coming in early 2026, raising concerns about the game's overall support when compared to prior installments like Valhalla, which featured multiple expansions. The future of Shadows includes the Claws of Awaji expansion launching on March 10 and the speculated remaster of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag, although further details remain undisclosed.

The 1.1.8 update introduces a manual jump option, a detailed stat page for player builds, and visual enhancements for critical hit effects, all of which were requested by the community.

Assassin's Creed Shadows is set in feudal Japan and offers a unique blend of stealth and action gameplay characteristic of the series. Released on March 20, 2025, the game has aimed to provide players with a fresh narrative while exploring themes of betrayal and honor. As it approaches its first anniversary, the game's trajectory in post-launch support and additional content will be closely observed by its community.