AC Shadows update 1.010.054 (patch 1.010) is available to download on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S. According to the official AC Shadows 1.010 patch notes, the latest update 1.1.1 adds a new “Claws of Awaji expansion” with a new island, enemies, and the Bo staff, while all players receive a free Bo quest. Level cap is raised to 100, Hideout upgrades expand progression, and gear quality advances to Mythic and Artifact tiers. Today’s AC Shadows patch 1.010.054 also brings Ezio-themed rewards, new Anomalies, and uncapped cutscenes.
AC Shadows 1.010.054 Patch Notes – September 11, 2025
AC Shadows Patch 1.1.1 Highlights
- New Expansion: Claws of Awaji – Explore a new island region, face the Sanzoku Ippa faction, and master the Bo staff with Naoe.
- Free Story Quest: Go with the Bo – Unlock the Bo staff weapon for all players on September 16th.
- Level Cap Raised to 100 – More customization and build variety.
- Hideout Upgrades & Features – 20 new upgrades, time skip meditation, advanced scouting, and fog removal.
- Enhanced Gear Quality – Gear can now reach Mythic and Artifact tiers for powerful stat boosts.
What is new in AC Shadows update 1.1.1?
New Expansion: Claws of Awaji
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Travel to Awaji Island with Naoe and Yasuke in search of the Regalia.
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Face the Sanzoku Ippa faction and their traps.
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Hunt legendary shinobi Fujibayashi Tsuyu.
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Unlock and master the Bo staff, Naoe’s new weapon.
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Gain access to legendary gear, skills, and abilities.
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Over 10 hours of new content included.
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MacOS note: If DLC is not available, launch the game online, reboot, and retry.
Free Story Quest: Go with the Bo
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New questline with Junjiro to learn about the Bo staff.
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Rewards players with a Bo weapon after completion.
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Originally exclusive to Claws of Awaji, now free for all players.
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Available starting September 16th.
Level Cap Increase
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Max level raised to 100.
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More room for progression and build customization.
Hideout Upgrades
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20 new upgrade levels added across buildings.
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3 new Hideout levels introduced.
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Bonuses improve crafting, resource availability, and combat efficiency.
Advance Time of Day
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Unlock meditation by upgrading Nando to level 2.
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Skip time forward to 6 AM or 6 PM.
Improved Scouts
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Study level 4: Scouts reveal Viewpoints and Safehouses.
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Kakurega level 4: Unlocks entire provinces once all Viewpoints are revealed.
Enhanced Gear Quality
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Forge level 6 enables gear upgrades to:
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Mythic (Epic → Mythic)
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Artifact (Legendary → Artifact)
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New tiers add boosted stats, stronger perks, and higher upgrade potential.
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Designed for long-term progression and New Game+ cycles.
New Project: Sanctuary
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Available in the Animus HUB.
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Rewards include Ezio-themed gear and kusarigama.
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Progress by completing Anomalies.
New Anomalies in Awaji
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Expansion adds new Anomalies in Awaji region.
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One anomaly available per schedule.
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Only accessible to players with the expansion.
Additional Highlights
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Uncapped Cutscenes: Cutscenes now run beyond 30 FPS (PC only).
What is fixed in AC Shadows Update 1.010.054?
General
- Fixed an issue where the game crashed during the cutscene of the “Chained” rift.
- Fixed various localization issues.
- Fixed an issue where the vertical sliding sound effect continued if you switched characters during a slide.
- Fixed an issue where some tutorials repeated themselves after unlocking Yasuke.
Gameplay
- Fixed an issue where the Naginata Ronin were not vulnerable after using the Vault ability.
- Addressed an issue where the Scale of the Koi and Soaring Tatsu trinkets were not functioning as expected.
- Fixed an issue where the aiming reticle option “Only While Aiming” was missing from the settings.
- Fixed an issue where a persistent “New Item” notification appeared after looting weapons from scout supply chests.
- Fixed an issue where players were unable to start horse archery in Iga because the quest giver had moved locations. Get back in your spot!
- Fixed an issue Ikko Ikki Kamon banner was missing after completing the “Collection of Crests” quest.
- Fixed an issue where the Mount Nukai contract targeted a chest that was already opened.
- Fixed an issue where multiple waypoints were not synchronizing.
Difficulty Options
- Fixed an issue on Nightmare difficulty where Teppo enemies appeared broken.
- Fixed an issue on Nightmare difficulty where the Samurai Spear Guard had a combat glitch.
- Fixed an issue where Canon Mode disabled itself on the second launch of the game.
Hideout
- Fixed an issue in the Hideout when selecting the option to duel with Naoe or Yasuke did nothing.
- Fixed an issue in the Hideout where certain buildings or set pieces could not be rotated.
- Fixed an issue in the Hideout that prevented players from moving the horse stables after changing their original location. Back to your Hideout planning!
- Fixed an issue where Rufino remained stuck in the Hideout after being recruited.
Skills, Abilities & Upgrades
- Addressed an issue where the Shadow Piercer ability was not functioning correctly.
- Addressed an issue where the 33% health recovery on posture attack perk was not functioning as expected.
Visuals & Graphics
- Fixed various visual issues.
- Fixed a visual issue with the architect’s lip sync in the “Seta-Killers” quest.
- Fixed a visual issue affecting Yasuke’s aim with the Teppo when wearing variations of the Samurai Hat.
- Fixed a visual issue with the Ronin Kasa Hat.
- Fixed a visual issue with the Blush of the Earth bow quiver.
- Fixed a visual issue with Oni’s Flesh Armour.
- Fixed a visual issue where Gashadokuro’s mask did not have red eyes on the Memories screen.
SPOILERS WARNING!
Quests
- “A Critical Encounter”: Fixed an issue where players could not interact with Rufino to trigger the quest. He was just being shy.
- “Broken Horn”: Fixed an issue where players could not progress due to being stuck by the Animus wall.
- “Face the Oshiroi Baba”: Fixed an issue where Yokai objective member rewards were not being granted correctly.
- “Feast For Thought”: Fixed an issue where requirements were automatically completed for the quest.
- “Man Behind the Curtain”: Fixed an issue where after Ermigo died, Gaspar was incorrectly shown as dead.
- “My Name Is Yasuke”: Fixed an issue where players could not progress due to being stuck outside the Animus wall.
- “Of My Enemy”: Fixed an issue where Hiromichi’s man stopped moving if the player entered combat while following him.
- “Out of the Shadows”: Fixed an issue where the game crashed after the cutscene.
- “Silver Smugglers”: Fixed an issue where Yoshisada could be assassinated early before the quest.
- “Tea Bowls for Rikyu”: Fixed an issue in the Hideout where tea bowls could no longer be placed after completing the quest.
- “The Tournament”: Fixed an issue where players could not interact with Gyoji despite a blue marker being shown.
- Fixed an issue where players were unable to talk to Katsuhime in the crop field when she was sitting on the ground.
PLATFORM-SPECIFIC FIXES
PC
- Fixed an issue where the heavy attack (LMB+Shift) was not functioning correctly on keyboard and mouse.
AC Shadows Update 1.010 Download Size
Patch Sizes
- PS5: 8.92 GB
- XBS: 19 GB
- MAC: 9 GB
- PC: 16 GB
- Steam: 9 GB
Recently, AC Shadows patch 1.004 added new features and quality of life improvements. Unfortunately, since the release, players have been experiencing a number of issues. Today’s AC Shadows version 1.010.054 will address a few of these issues. Read the full details below.
Download free AC Shadows update 1.010 on Sony PlayStation 5, PC and Microsoft Xbox Series X/S.
