AC Shadows update 1.017.021 is available to download on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S. According to the official AC Shadows 1.017.021 patch notes, the latest update 1.1.7 introduces new finisher animations, a new Animus Rift activity, and the Defiance Project, alongside quality-of-life improvements and extensive bug fixes. Today’s AC Shadows patch 1.017.021 also improves combat variety, Animus navigation, progression systems, performance, and stability across all platforms.
AC Shadows 1.017.021 Patch Notes – December 16, 2025
AC Shadows Patch 1.1.7 Highlights
- Added new finisher animations for Naoe and Yasuke
- Introduced Animus Rift: Lost and Found activity
- Released new Animus HUB Project: Defiance
- Improved Animus menu access and Exchange rewards
- Multiple gameplay, world, UI, and performance fixes
New Combat Content
Finisher Animations
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Added a new set of finisher animations
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Naoe and Yasuke now have expanded cinematic finishing moves
New Activities
Animus Rift: Lost and Found
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Added a new Animus Rift
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Includes exploration, puzzles, traversal, and story progression involving The Guide
Animus HUB
New Project: Defiance
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Added a new Project in the Animus HUB
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Players can unlock a Bo staff, Trinket, and additional rewards
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Progression is achieved by completing Anomalies
Vault Access
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Added Vault quick access directly from the Animus menu during gameplay
Exchange Updates
New Resources
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Gold, Mastery Points, and Knowledge Points added to daily offers
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Offers can be purchased repeatedly using Keys
Bug Fixes and Improvements
Nintendo Switch 2
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Improved FPS stability
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Fixed crashes and visual issues
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Improved touchscreen experience
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Fixed controller connection prompts when docking or undocking
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Resolved infinite black screen during Ubisoft Connect login
Gameplay
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Removed exploit allowing double engravings on the Sword of Fathoms
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Fixed Naginatas being unable to be sold
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Fixed perks not updating when Mastery points changed
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Fixed missing damage upgrades when upgrading skills to Rank 3
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Bo Staff now properly increases affliction buildup at Mythic and Artifact quality
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Affliction perks now display correct dynamic descriptions
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Fixed Knowledge Scrolls being removed from inventory
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Shared skills now correctly unlock for both Naoe and Yasuke
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Clarified affliction buildup wording for deflect perks
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Ensured posture-based health restoration engravings function correctly
Claws of Awaji
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Fixed loss of fast travel access when switching between editions with and without the expansion
World
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Players can now whistle while using Follow Road
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Corrupted Castles no longer reset after season changes
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Enemies and loot no longer respawn after loading saves before season changes
Visuals and Graphics
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Improved facial animations during cinematics when hoods are equipped
UI
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Fixed inconsistencies in smuggled rewards display
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Corrected smuggled rewards UI when upgrading Stables
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Fixed Japanese location name for Kawarajiri Lumber Camp
Online Store
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Fixed issues with Store, Deluxe, and Premium items not appearing in inventory
PC Specific
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Fixed mouse and keyboard rebinding issues
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Improved FPS stability
Quests
Quest Fixes
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Fixed completion issue in “Swords and Sake”
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Fixed progression issues in “Eliminate Outlaws”
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Ensured quest completion in “Temple Stories”
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Added markers for wandering enemies in “Dismantling One by One”
Recently, Assassins Creed Shadows update 1.003.179 added new features and changes. Unfortunately, since the release, players have been experiencing a number of issues. Today’s AC Shadows update 1.017.021 will address a few of these issues. Read the full details below.
Download links for AC Shadows update 1.017.021 will go live soon on Sony PlayStation 5, PC and Microsoft Xbox Series X/S.
