Assassin's Creed Shadows update 1.0.6 release date and time for Nightmare mode

Assassin's Creed Shadows is getting a big new update this week, complete with a new game mode, story content and much more.

Assassin's Creed Shadows update 1.0.6 has a June 25 release date on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Fans can download and install the update from 3pm BST UK time.

According to developer Ubisoft, the patch weighs in at a massive 19GB on Xbox, 6.27GB on PS5 and 8.5GB on Steam.

The headline new features of update 1.0.6 is the addition of a new Nightmare Difficulty mode, not to mention free story content.

As the name implies, Nightmare Difficulty makes things much tougher for wannabe assassins.

Ubisoft explains more: "This mode will impact both combat and stealth, requiring more tactical planning and greater attention to your surroundings. Prepare for tougher enemies and a more intense overall experience."

According to the patch notes, player defensive options are less effective, while parries require perfect timing. Enemy AI is said to be smarter, faster and more aggressive. Players can also expect fewer items.

Another big new addition is the release of free story content, titled A Critical Encounter. The mission sees players attempt to stop assassins from eliminating influential commoners.

Elsewhere, the new update adds the ability to toggle headgear within cutscenes, as well as new horse camera presets.

There are also new Ultra Low Settings for PC, which means you can comfortably play on less powerful hardware.

Assassin's Cree Shadows update 1.0.6 patch notes...

General

• Fixed an issue where the Onryo Mask remained visible despite selecting the option to hide gear.

• Fixed an issue where players were unable to earn Mastery Points.

• Fixed an issue where Mastery Points were not returned after resetting the Mastery Tree.

• Fixed an issue where players could not switch characters anymore even without gameplay context restrictions.

• Fixed an issue where allies could be trained to veteran rank without upgrading the dojo to level 3.

• Fixed an issue where Gennojo did not immediately appear in the hideout after recruitment. He was busy washing his hair!

• Fixed an issue where sometimes a player remains stuck in a Red Zone, without being able to fast travel anywhere, by allowing them to fast travel to the hideout.

• Fixed an issue where the Oni Drawing remains stuck on screen after completing the "Vision of the Realms" quest.

• Fixed various localization issues.

Quests

• Fixed an issue where players could not progress in the "A Chance Encounter" quest when following Fuyu.

• Fixed an issue where players could not complete the quest after defeating all Kabukimono.

• Fixed an issue where Lady Oichi's letter became unavailable after the Fuji-maru cutscene.

• Fixed an issue where players were unable to talk to Katsuhime in the crop field when she was sitting on the ground. She just wanted some peace and quiet!

• Fixed an issue where tracking the "Temple Stories" quest only showed a progress bar with no text.

• Fixed an issue where Genzaburo's Teppo Master was missing from the Kaya Shrine.

• Fixed an issue where Yagyu Munetoshi revealed a later plot point too early in the "Nobutsuna's Students" quest.

• Fixed an issue where players could not assassinate the Godai of Void because the NPC was missing. He took his name too seriously.

• Fixed an issue where players could not complete the "Diary of Lady Rokkaku" quest after dodge rolling and dropping Katsuhime.

• Fixed an issue where players could not complete the "Diary of Lady Rokkaku" quest when there was no immediate option to carry Katsuhime.

• Fixed an issue where players glitched through an anomaly in the "Heads Will Roll" quest, making Animus activities unavailable.

• Fixed an issue where players could not progress in the "Lost Honor" quest because the game failed to switch to Naoe.

• Fixed an issue where players could not progress through the Tournament after dying.

Visuals & Graphics

• Fixed some minor visual issues.

• Fixed misplaced visual elements with the Dark Woods Kusarigama.

• Fixed an issue where all NPC horses appeared as identical.

• Fixed a clipping issue with Naoe's Sekiryu outfit.

• Fixed an issue with the "Bloodshade Katana" being visible out of the sheath when transmogged.

• Fixed a movement physics issue with the Dead by Daylight Oni's armor.

Audio

• Fixed an issue where footstep audio occasionally ceased when opening the map while moving.