
Introduction
Assassin’s Creed Shadows is the latest entry in Ubisoft's popular open-world stealth-action franchise. Set in feudal Japan, the game promises a stunning world, intense combat, and deep stealth mechanics. However, this also means the game requires significantly more power than its predecessors. Previous titles like Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Valhalla had relatively moderate hardware requirements, allowing more players to enjoy the experience on older systems. However, Assassin’s Creed Shadows takes things to the next level, introducing advanced graphical features like extended ray tracing, dynamic lighting, and detailed environmental rendering.
If you’re wondering how much more powerful your PC needs to be to run this game compared to previous titles, read below to find out exactly what specifications you’ll need to experience Assassin’s Creed Shadows in its full glory.?
PC Requirements
Below is a breakdown of the minimum and recommended requirements to play Assassin’s Creed Shadows.
Requirement |
Minimum (1080p @ 30 FPS) |
Recommended (1080p @ 60 FPS) |
OS |
Windows 10/11 (64-bit) |
Windows 10/11 (64-bit) |
Processor |
Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 |
Intel Core i5-11600K / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X |
Memory |
16GB RAM |
16GB RAM |
Graphics Card |
Nvidia GTX 1070 8GB / AMD RX 5700 8GB |
Nvidia RTX 3060 Ti 8GB / AMD RX 6700 XT 12GB |
Storage |
115GB SSD (Mandatory) |
115GB SSD (Mandatory) |
Resolution & Performance |
1080p at 30FPS (Low) |
1080p at 60FPS (Medium) |
Ubisoft has also provided additional PC specifications to cover different ray tracing levels and resolutions. The game features three distinct ray tracing modes:
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Selective Ray Tracing: Used only in the Hideout where customization is extensive. In other gameplay areas, ray tracing is disabled.
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Standard Ray Tracing: Enables real-time global illumination, requiring a capable ray-tracing GPU.
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Extended Ray Tracing: The highest setting, featuring both real-time global illumination and reflections, for the most immersive experience.

To enjoy 4K Ultra settings with Extended Ray Tracing at 60 FPS, you will need a Nvidia RTX 4090 or RTX 5070, along with a high-end processor such as the Intel Core i7-13700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
What You Need to Play
Operating System
To play Assassin’s Creed Shadows, you will need Windows 10 or Windows 11. If you don’t have either, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered with Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro.
Processor
The minimum required processor to play the game is an Intel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600. However, if you want the best experience, we highly recommend:
These high-end processors will allow you to play the game in its full glory and keep your setup future-proof for upcoming AAA titles. Want something else? View our full range of powerful CPUs here.
Memory (RAM)
The game requires 16GB of RAM, which is standard for most modern titles. If you don’t already have 16GB, you’ll need to upgrade. To ensure smooth gameplay with no stutters or lag, especially when running background tasks, we highly recommend 32GB of RAM.
Our top pick: G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB 32GB – the ideal choice for high-performance gaming. Want something else? View our full range of RAM here.
Graphics Card (GPU)
The game requires at least a GTX 1070 to run at minimum settings and an RTX 3060 Ti to hit 1080p 60FPS on medium settings. However, to experience Assassin’s Creed Shadows in 4K at 60FPS on Ultra settings, we recommend:
Want something else? View our full range of Nvidia, AMD, and Intel GPUs here.
Storage (SSD)
An SSD is mandatory to play the game, which is becoming the norm with modern games. Players have reported that the game experiences stuttering when played on an HDD, even with high-end specs.
The game requires 115GB of storage, which is standard for modern AAA titles. You may also need extra space for screenshots of the game’s stunning scenery.
If you don’t have an SSD, or need additional storage, we recommend an NVMe SSD for the fastest speeds.
Our top pick: Samsung 990 PRO 2TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD – plenty of storage with lightning-fast speeds. Want to choose a different storage option? View our full range of SSDs here.
Recommended PCs to Play Assassin’s Creed Shadows

If you're looking for a pre-built gaming PC instead of upgrading components, here are our top 3 gaming PCs for playing Assassin’s Creed Shadows:
1. Horizon Core i5 RTX 4060 Gaming PC