Assassin's Creed Shadows Update 1.1.7: Known Bugs, Issues & Player Workarounds

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The latest Assassin's Creed Shadows Update 1.1.7 brought exciting content and bug fixes—but feudal Japan isn’t entirely smooth sailing yet. While Ubisoft addressed many issues, several persistent and new bugs continue to affect players, sometimes halting progress or impacting performance. This guide compiles the most critical known problems after the patch and offers actionable workarounds to help you keep playing while waiting for official solutions.

Persistent Problems: Game-Breaking Bugs & Progression Blockers

Despite the update, some major hurdles remain that can completely stop your playthrough.

The "Lost and Found" Animus Rift Progression Bug

The new "Lost and Found" Animus Rift, added in Update 1.1.7, contains a major progression blocker. Players report that after defeating the final boss:

  • Exit or completion triggers fail.

  • Characters get trapped in the arena by invisible barriers.

  • Mission objectives do not update.

Community workaround: Avoid this Rift until Ubisoft releases a hotfix, or ensure you have a manual save from before entering it.

Xbox Save File Access Issues

Assassin's Creed Shadows Update 1.1.7: Known Bugs & Fixes

Some Xbox players are completely locked out of save files. Symptoms include:

  • Game failing to load a save.

  • Incorrectly stating that no save data exists.

Recommendation: Contact Ubisoft Support immediately with your Gamertag and details. Cloud recovery may be possible, but requires support intervention.

PlayStation 5 DLC Installation Bug

Players who purchased the Claws of Awaji DLC sometimes see an error saying the DLC is “not updated” and cannot access it. Fix:

  1. Go to the PS5 home screen.

  2. Highlight Assassin's Creed Shadows → press Options → Manage Game Content.

  3. Delete the Claws of Awaji DLC.

  4. Re-download from the Game Library → Add-ons section.

Ongoing Performance & Technical Troubles

Several technical issues persist or have emerged post-update.

PC-Specific: G-Sync Stuttering & Graphical Glitches

G-Sync Stutter: Severe micro-stuttering occurs even at stable FPS. Workaround: Disable G-Sync for Assassin's Creed Shadows via NVIDIA Control Panel.

Shadow Glitches: Shadows may appear blocky or pixelated, especially with external monitors or certain drivers. Fix with:

  1. Delete ACShadows.ini in Documents\Assassin's Creed Shadows\.

  2. Clear Shader Cache in Cache\DX12 folder.

  3. Roll back GPU driver if issue began after an update.

The Windows Update Saboteur: KB5065789

Windows 11 update KB5065789 causes catastrophic FPS drops (50%+).

Fix:

  1. Settings → Windows Update → Update history.

  2. Check for KB5065789.

  3. Click Uninstall updates → select KB5065789 → restart PC.

This has restored full performance for many players.

How to Report Issues & Seek Help

Community workarounds help, but official reporting ensures permanent fixes:

  • Ubisoft Bug Reporter: Submit detailed tickets with screenshots.

  • Ubisoft Support: Live chat or support case for account-specific issues.

  • Community Hubs: The Subreddit and Ubisoft Forums are great for tracking emerging fixes and amplifying widespread issues.

Conclusion: A Work in Progress

Update 1.1.7 moved Assassin's Creed Shadows forward, but open-world games are complex and iterative. New content, like the Lost and Found Rift, can bring new bugs, while persistent issues like G-Sync stutters require time and community effort. Use the workarounds above and report persistent issues to help improve the game for everyone.

Your Turn: Have you encountered a bug not listed here? Share your experience and any fixes in the comments to help fellow players navigate these issues.   

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