**Title Update 1.0.6 for Assassin’s Creed Shadows Launched**
Today signifies the launch of Title Update 1.0.6 for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, providing gamers with an array of new functionalities and enhancements. This update features a new companion, various camera perspectives while mounted, and the ability to maintain headgear visibility during cutscenes.
**Release Information and Download Sizes**
The update became available on June 25, 2025, at 16:00 German time. Download sizes differ by platform:
– PlayStation 5: 6.27 GB
– Xbox Series: 19 GB
– MAC: 9 GB
– PC: 17 GB
– Steam: 8.5 GB
**New Functionalities and Enhancements**
1. **Nightmare Difficulty Level**: This additional level amplifies the challenge by increasing enemy damage and making them harder to avoid. Players will need to excel at blocking, dodging, and parrying with diminished reaction times.
2. **New Companion – Rufino**: A Portuguese companion, Rufino, joins the adventure with a new questline. This character was developed in cooperation with Critical Role and is equipped with a pistol, assisting players in their battle against the Templars.
3. **Visible Headgear in Cutscenes**: Players now have the option to show headgear in cutscenes, improving the visual coherence of their character’s appearance.
4. **Open World Alarm System**: An area alarm can now be activated outside castles, introducing more dynamic interactions with the game environment.
5. **Camera Settings on Horseback**: Players can toggle between three camera perspectives while riding, creating a more cinematic feel.
6. **Ultra Low Specs Mode for PC**: A new graphics option enables players with older PCs to experience better performance.
**Bug Fixes and Tweaks**
The update also resolves numerous bugs and issues, enhancing gameplay stability and overall experience. This encompasses fixes related to quest progression, visual components, and audio problems.
For a comprehensive list of modifications, players can consult the full patch notes. This update is designed to elevate the overall gaming experience, presenting new challenges and features for players to discover.