Explode into Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Revolutionizing Open-World Exploration

Breaking Free from Tradition: How Assassin’s Creed: Shadow’s Exploration Revamp Will Redefine the Series
Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is almost upon us, and Ubisoft is gearing up to introduce a fresh wave of changes to the series. In their latest blog post, the developers have shared their plans to revolutionize exploration in the upcoming game. The goal? To move away from an overabundance of map icons and markers, instead, fostering a sense of discovery that’s both engaging and rewarding.
A More Intentional Approach to Exploration
Ubisoft has opted to overhaul the world map, initially only displaying region names and vague hints at potential key locations. As players explore, more details will be revealed, and they’ll need to earn their discoveries by uncovering points of interest either directly or through their spies and NPC contacts. This approach is designed to promote a more deliberate and active form of exploration, encouraging players to take the lead in discovering their surroundings.
Synchronized Exploration
One of the most iconic aspects of Assassin’s Creed is getting a facelift, too. Viewpoints, once cluttered with map icons, will now reveal nearby areas of interest, which can be manually selected and added to the compass. This change aims to provide a more intentional and active way to find the next adventure, giving players full control over their discoveries.
Eagle’s Eye View
Say goodbye to the trusty eagle companion; instead, players will need to find a vantage point to observe the area, manually searching out valuable items, enemies, and more. This new approach adds an extra layer of depth to the game, as players must be strategic and resourceful in their exploration.
Kakurega: Safe Houses
New to the series are safe houses, known as "kakurega," which serve as secure fast travel points. These hubs provide access to essential resources, gear management, and scout deployment, helping players navigate the world more efficiently.
Deepening the Experience
The Objective Board, inspired by Mirage, will now showcase new targets and objectives as players encounter more characters and challenges. While hints will be provided, it’s up to the player to piece together the clues, giving them a more satisfying sense of accomplishment.
Pathfinder: The Ultimate Travel Companion
The Pathfinder tool, introduced in conjunction with the series’ new emphasis on previously unclimable scenery, is designed to help players avoid false shortcuts. By deploying Pathfinder on horseback, a white line overlay will appear on the ground, guiding the player to their desired destination.
Get Ready to Explore
For more details on Assassin’s Creed: Shadows’ exploration revamp, head to Ubisoft’s latest blog post. With the game now set to launch on March 20th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, fans can eagerly anticipate a fresh take on the series.