Ubisoft has offered a detailed glimpse into the progression systems of Assassin's Creed Shadows, highlighting what awaits players upon its March 20th release.  The information revealed suggests a rich and engaging progression experience.

Despite facing several delays, Assassin's Creed Shadows is nearly upon us. The wait has undoubtedly been challenging for eager fans, but hopefully, Ubisoft has utilized the extra time to refine and polish the game.  Pre-release leaks have added another layer of complexity to the game's launch, but Ubisoft continues to share official details as planned.

In a recent blog post, Ubisoft delved into the progression mechanics of Assassin's Creed Shadows.  With two playable protagonists, Naoe and Yasuke, each character boasts unique Mastery trees tied to their respective weapons and archetypes. Yasuke, the samurai, and Naoe, the assassin, offer distinct playstyles further enhanced by these personalized progression paths.

Players can unlock a range of abilities, with each weapon offering two ability slots. Ubisoft suggests that this system will introduce 'new gameplay twists' to combat encounters.

The game also introduces Knowledge Ranks. Acquired through non-violent activities, Knowledge represents 'a way to connect the development of our dual characters' minds with their physical skills.'  This shared progression system ensures that progress is made regardless of the chosen character.  Even after mastering all skills in the Mastery trees, players can continue to advance through Knowledge Ranks, unlocking new passive abilities. The full scope of these systems will likely be revealed upon the game's release.

Beyond Assassin's Creed Shadows, Ubisoft seems to be heavily investing in its flagship franchise. Rumors suggest ambitious plans for a new Assassin's Creed title every six months for the next decade.  Whether Ubisoft can maintain this pace while upholding quality and avoiding player fatigue remains to be seen.