Ubisoft has announced that there will not be a second major expansion for Assassin's Creed Shadows, following the release of its first expansion, Claws of Awaji, in September. Originally planned as part of a season pass that was canceled due to a delay in the game's launch to February 2025, Shadows will instead receive smaller content updates moving forward. Associate game director Simon Lemay-Comtois indicated that while no large-scale DLC is in the pipeline for Year Two, there are plans for chunkier updates rather than the frequent smaller content releases seen in Year One. This shift is partly due to technological challenges faced during development and to better align with community feedback.

Will there be more content updates for Assassin's Creed Shadows?

Yes, although they won't be as large as a traditional expansion. Ubisoft plans to provide smaller but more impactful updates throughout 2026 based on player feedback and development lessons learned from Shadows’ initial release.

Assassin's Creed Shadows continues the franchise's legacy, building on the success and structure of previous titles like Assassin's Creed Origins and Odyssey. The series has traditionally featured multiple expansions that enhance the gameplay and narrative experience, but Shadows represents a new strategic direction for Ubisoft amid changes in technology and player expectations. With projects like a remake of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag and a multiplayer spin-off in development, the franchise is poised to explore new avenues while adjusting its approach to post-launch support.