Ubisoft has unveiled new details about the combat and progression systems in Assassin's Creed Shadows. Game director Charles Benoit shed light on character development, loot, and weapon variety.

The game boasts a dual progression system: mastery points and knowledge points. Mastery points are earned through leveling up and defeating challenging enemies, while knowledge points are rewarded for completing missions and discovering hidden items. These points unlock new abilities and enhance weapons.

Each weapon features its own unique upgrade tree, enabling players to craft personalized builds tailored to their playstyle. Players can freely reset their progress, encouraging experimentation with different weapons and strategies. Weapons offer distinct bonuses; for instance, legendary weapons like the naginata allow players to counter otherwise undefeatable attacks.

Assassin's Creed Shadows' combat system supports stealth takedowns but rewards diverse combat approaches. As characters grow stronger, additional stat upgrades unlock, allowing for further skill refinement. The developers emphasize that mastering all techniques and upgrades will require a substantial time commitment.

Assassin's Creed Shadows launches March 20th on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Expect a deep and engaging experience blending stealth, combat, and strategic progression.