Assassin’s Creed Shadows is an expansive open-world RPG, which means you can anticipate a substantial playtime. If you're curious about the number of primary missions and overall completion duration, here's what to expect.
All Assassin’s Creed Shadows Main Quests
Players will encounter 22 key narrative missions in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, detailed below. Please note some mission titles may contain minor spoilers – consider skipping this section if you prefer going in completely fresh.
Completing just the core storyline typically requires around 40 hours, with significantly more time needed for thorough exploration and side activities.
- Lord’s Favor
- Spirit of a Warrior
- Flames of War
- Fight the Kakushiba
- Ikki The Onryo Samurai
- An Unpayable Debt
- Wake Up Call
- From Spark to Flame
- The Wounded
- The Golden Teppo
- Friend of My Enemy
- Oda Nobunaga
- Lightning and Thunder
- The Fool
- The Mourner
- The Naginata
- The Noble
- The Ox
- The Wise
- The Fox
- Akechi Mitsuhide
- The Horseman
Remember that numerous sub-quests and additional objectives accompany these primary missions. Some assassination targets may require completing preparatory tasks before the final confrontation.
Beyond the main storyline, players can explore various quest chains, including those involving the Kabukimono – optional assassination targets scattered throughout the game world. With this wealth of content, there's no shortage of adventures awaiting.
For more insights about Assassin’s Creed Shadows, including guidance on whether to use Guided Exploration and Canon Mode, visit The Escapist for comprehensive coverage and gameplay tips.
