Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Details on PS5 Pro Enhancements Revealed

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is on the horizon, and in just a short couple of weeks, Ubisoft is set to transport players to the eagerly anticipated setting of 16th-century Japan. This is a dream come true for many fans who’ve been clamoring for this era for years. For those owning a PS5 Pro, there’s an extra layer of excitement as they’ll be able to explore the game with some impressive graphics options that leverage the full power of the upgraded hardware.

Exploring the PS5 Pro Enhancements for Assassin’s Creed Shadows

In this installment, Ubisoft offers three distinct graphics modes for players on both the PS5 and PS5 Pro. As the first game in the franchise crafted specifically for current-generation consoles, every mode promises to deliver an upscaled 2160p (4K) resolution complete with Ray Tracing. The differences lie in how each mode handles frame rates and Ray Tracing capabilities.

The Ray Tracing options in Assassin’s Creed Shadows are categorized into three settings, which depend on the chosen graphics mode. Here’s what Ubisoft has to say about each one:

• Selective Ray Tracing: This setting handles global illumination for diffuse lighting specifically in the Hideout area of the game.

• Standard Ray Tracing: Applied throughout the gaming world, it also manages global illumination for diffuse lighting.

• Extended Ray Tracing: The most comprehensive of the settings, it fully supports ray tracing to enhance global illumination for diffuse lighting and reflective surfaces across the entire game world.

For those using a standard PS5, you’ll find that the Performance Mode offers 60 FPS with Selective Ray Tracing, while the Fidelity Mode clocks in at 30 FPS paired with Standard Ray Tracing. For gamers equipped with a 120hz or 240hz display and HDMI 2.1, the Balanced Mode also provides an option, running at 40 FPS with Standard Ray Tracing.

Shifting to the PS5 Pro, users can enjoy Performance Mode at 60 FPS, this time with Standard Ray Tracing. Fidelity Mode dips to 30 FPS but compensates with Extended Ray Tracing capabilities. The Balanced Mode, similar to the base PS5, requires a 120hz or 240hz display along with HDMI 2.1, offering gameplay at 40 FPS, again, with Extended Ray Tracing.

In essence, whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the franchise, the enhancements in Assassin’s Creed Shadows promise to elevate the experience, bringing the rich tapestry of 16th-century Japan to life with stunning clarity and detail.