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Release Date
Mar 20, 2025 Feb 18, 2022
Developer
Ubisoft Quebec (Lead Studio, with support from other Ubisoft studios) Guerrilla Games, Nixxes Software (PC Port)
Publisher
Ubisoft Sony Interactive Entertainment
Genre(s)
Action-Adventure, Open World, RPG, Stealth Action RPG, Open World, Post-Apocalyptic, Third-Person
Engine
Latest version of Anvil engine Decima Engine
stars Ratings & Price
Content Rating
PEGI 18 (ESRB M for Mature equivalent expected - C Teen
Avg. User Rating
4.0 / 5.0 4.7 / 5.0
Current Price (USD)
$69.99 $59.99
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Quick Highlights
  • Perspective: Third-Person
  • Multiplayer: Single-player Only
  • Setting: Feudal Japan (Azuchi-Momoyama period, late 16th century)
  • Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC (Ubisoft Store, Steam, Epic Games Store), Amazon Luna, Macs (Apple silicon)
  • Unique Feature: Dual protagonists (Naoe - Shinobi, Yasuke - Samurai) with distinct playstyles, Feudal Japan setting, dynamic weather & seasons impacting gameplay, spy network, customizable hideout.
  • Perspective: Third-Person
  • Multiplayer: None (Single-Player Only)
  • Setting: The Forbidden West (Fictionalized Western USA - California, Nevada, Utah), Post-Post-Apocalyptic Future
  • Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC (Windows)
  • Unique Feature: Intricate Machine Combat, Vast & Diverse Open World, Advanced Traversal (Flying Mount, Shieldwing, Free Climbing), Deep Lore & Worldbuilding, Visually Stunning Graphics.
sports_esports Gameplay & Mechanics
Companions/Followers
  • Spy Network Recruits: Players can build a network of spies who act as eyes and ears across locations, unveiling new areas and helping to hunt down targets. Recruitable allies with specialized skills can assist in missions, though likely not as direct controllable companions in the style of some RPGs.
    Human (Spies, Allies)
  • Hideout Crew Members: As players develop their customizable hideout for the shinobi league, they will likely recruit various individuals who offer services like gear crafting, training, information, or unique missions.
    Human (Artisans, Trainers, Informants)
  • Varl (Temporary): Accompanies Aloy on several early to mid-game missions. Provides combat support with his bow and spear, and engages in dialogue that explores their friendship and the unfolding events.
    Human (Nora Brave)
  • Zo (Temporary): Joins Aloy for specific quests related to the Utaru tribe and healing the land-gods. Fights with a unique staff and has abilities related to plants and machines.
    Human (Utaru Gravesinger)
  • Kotallo (Temporary): Assists Aloy in missions involving the Tenakth tribe and fighting Regalla's rebels. A skilled warrior, even with his injury, using Tenakth weaponry.
    Human (Tenakth Marshal)
  • Alva (Temporary): Helps Aloy decipher Old World data and navigate Quen politics during relevant quests. More focused on knowledge and tech than direct combat.
    Human (Quen Diviner)
  • Erend (Temporary): Provides heavy combat support with his Oseram hammer and gadgets during missions where he joins Aloy.
    Human (Oseram Vanguard)
  • Beta (Contextual): While not a combat companion, Beta's technical expertise is crucial for progressing the story, often working with Aloy remotely or providing vital information.
    Human (Elisabet Sobeck Clone)
  • Seyka (Burning Shores DLC - Temporary): Aloy's primary companion throughout the Burning Shores DLC. A skilled warrior and mariner, she fights alongside Aloy with Quen weaponry and assists in navigating the volcanic archipelago.
    Human (Quen Marine)
Key Collectibles
  • Historical Codex Entries / Data Fragments: Found by exploring, interacting with landmarks, or completing objectives. Provide lore about Feudal Japan, historical figures, locations, and the Assassin-Templar conflict.
  • Viewpoints (Synchronization Points): High vantage points that, when synchronized, reveal parts of the map, points of interest, and unlock fast travel locations.
  • Gear Schematics & Crafting Materials: Discovered in chests, looted from enemies, or earned as quest rewards. Used to craft and upgrade weapons, armor, and tools for both Naoe and Yasuke.
  • Shinobi Texts / Samurai Scrolls (Skill Unlocks): Collectibles that might unlock new skills, abilities, or combat techniques for Naoe and Yasuke respectively.
  • Treasures & Valuables: Hidden chests and stashes containing currency, rare materials, or unique items scattered throughout the open world.
  • Kamon Crests / Origami Butterflies / Tea Bowls (Example Collectibles from IGN): Specific types of themed collectibles scattered across Japan, potentially tied to side quests, achievements, or unlocking cosmetic items.
  • Survey Drones (Tallneck Data): 10 flying drones that continuously circle a specific area. Aloy must find a way to jump onto and retrieve their data modules. Each drone collected reveals information about Old World landmarks or ecosystems and provides XP/Skill Points.
  • Black Boxes (Flight Recorders): 12 recoverable flight recorders from crashed Old World airplanes. Each black box contains an audio log telling a short, often poignant story of the plane's final moments. Collecting them all is part of a side quest for a unique weapon.
  • Vista Points: 9 towers emitting a partial image of a pre-war landscape. Aloy must find the exact spot to stand and activate her Focus to align the image with the current environment, revealing a complete glimpse of the Old World location. Provides lore and XP.
  • Relic Ruins: 9 Old World ruins containing environmental puzzles that Aloy must solve using her Focus, Pullcaster, and other tools to reach a hidden Ornament (collectible for a side quest) or other valuable loot.
  • Signal Lenses (Signals of the Sun - Carja): Lenses from Old World signal towers that need to be collected for a Carja NPC in the Daunt. Often require climbing or light puzzle solving.
  • War Totems (Banuk Figures - Easter Egg): Small, hidden Banuk-style figurines representing characters from other PlayStation Studios games (e.g., Kratos, Jin Sakai). A fun Easter egg collectible.
  • Machine Strike Pieces & Players: Machine Strike is an in-universe tactical board game. Aloy can collect various machine-themed game pieces (by purchasing or defeating specific machines) and challenge NPC players throughout the Forbidden West to matches.
  • Greenshine Fragments/Slivers/Clusters: Valuable crystalline resource found in underwater locations, caves, or as rewards. Used for upgrading high-tier weapons and outfits.
  • Ornament Collectibles (From Relic Ruins): Found at the end of each Relic Ruin puzzle. Can be given to an NPC in Las Vegas (Hidden Ember) to create light shows.
Key Themes
  • Feudal Japan
  • Shinobi (Ninja)
  • Samurai
  • Vengeance
  • Honor
  • Duty
  • Cultural Clash
  • Political Intrigue
  • Assassin vs. Templar
  • Unification of Japan
  • Espionage
  • Dual Perspectives
  • Post-Apocalypse
  • Nature Reclaiming Earth
  • Tribal Societies
  • Ancient Technology & AI
  • Environmental Catastrophe (The Blight)
  • Discovery & Exploration
  • Hope & Sacrifice
  • The Burden of Knowledge
  • Legacy
  • Inter-Tribal Conflict & Cooperation
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Weapons Overview
  • Naoe's Arsenal (Shinobi): Stealth, Agile Combat
    Includes the iconic Hidden Blade for assassinations, a Kusarigama (chain-sickle) for versatile melee and ranged attacks, Tanto, Shuriken, Kunai, Smoke Bombs, and a grappling hook for enhanced mobility and infiltration.
  • Yasuke's Arsenal (Samurai): Direct, Powerful Combat
    Wields a variety of traditional samurai weapons including Katana, the heavy Kanabō (club), Odachi (greatsword), Yari (spear), Naginata (polearm), Bows (Yumi), and potentially early firearms (Teppo). His combat style is focused on parries, powerful strikes, and battlefield control.
  • Environmental Weapons / Tools: Situational
    Players can likely utilize elements of the environment for combat or distraction, such as explosive barrels, cutting down bamboo, or using natural cover provided by the dynamic weather and lighting.
  • Hunter Bows: Ranged (Versatile, Elemental Arrows)
    Balanced bows for mid-range combat, capable of firing standard, fire, frost, acid, shock, and advanced hunter arrows. Good for precision and applying elemental effects.
  • Sharpshot Bows: Ranged (High Precision, Tear Damage)
    Long-range bows with high damage per shot, excellent for targeting specific machine components to tear them off or hit weak spots. Can use precision arrows and tearblast arrows.
  • Warrior Bows: Ranged (Short Range, Rapid Fire)
    Fast-firing bows for close-quarters combat, often with elemental effects. Lower precision but higher rate of fire.
  • Blastsling: Ranged (Explosive/Elemental Bombs)
    Launches bombs that explode on impact or with a delay, dealing area damage or applying status effects (explosive, adhesive, frost, acid, shock). Requires aiming trajectory.
  • Tripcaster: Trap (Tripwires)
    Deploys tripwires between two points that trigger when enemies pass through, dealing damage or applying elemental effects (shock, explosive, plasma, stun).
  • Ropecaster: Utility (Tethering)
    Fires ropes that can tie down machines, temporarily immobilizing them or making them vulnerable to critical strikes. Can also be used to pull down environmental objects.
  • Spike Thrower: Ranged (Heavy Projectile, High Damage/Explosive)
    Launches heavy spikes that deal massive impact damage or explode. Excellent against large, armored machines. Can have drill or explosive variants.
  • Shredder Gauntlet: Ranged (Ricocheting Disc)
    Launches a serrated disc that shreds components off machines and returns to Aloy. Catching the returning disc charges it for increased damage on the next throw. Can have elemental variants.
  • BoltBlaster: Ranged (Rapid Fire Bolts, Elemental)
    A heavy weapon that fires a volley of bolts in rapid succession, similar to a crossbow or minigun. Can be equipped with various elemental bolt types.
  • Spear (Melee & Override): Melee / Utility
    Aloy's primary melee weapon for light and heavy attacks, combos, and critical strikes on downed enemies. Also used to silently override machines.
  • Traps (Blast, Shock, Stun, etc.): Deployable Utility
    Craftable traps that can be placed on the ground to damage or incapacitate machines and human enemies.
  • Valor Surges: Special Abilities (Temporary Buffs/Attacks)
    Powerful, temporary abilities unlocked in the skill tree that consume Valor. Effects range from increased damage, stealth cloaking, powerful AoE attacks, to defensive shields.
Armor / Gear Sets
  • Naoe's Shinobi Attire: Lightweight, flexible armor and clothing designed for stealth, agility, and silent movement. Offers customization options and likely provides bonuses to stealth-related abilities. Can be upgraded.
  • Yasuke's Samurai Armor: Heavier, more protective samurai armor (yoroi) providing significant defense for direct combat engagements. Offers customization options and likely provides bonuses to combat prowess and resilience. Can be upgraded.
  • Cosmetic Outfits & Gear Sets: Various outfits and gear pieces will be available for both Naoe and Yasuke through progression, exploration, or as part of special editions (e.g., Sekiryu Character Pack from Deluxe Edition). These can alter appearance and provide different stat bonuses or perks.
  • Outfits (Nora, Carja, Oseram, Utaru, Tenakth, Quen - various tiers): Aloy can equip various outfits, each consisting of a single piece that covers head and body (though headpieces can often be toggled off visually). Outfits provide base defensive stats (Melee, Ranged, Elemental Resistances) and come with inherent perks or skills (e.g., +Stealth, +Concentration, +Heavy Weapon Damage). Outfits are color-coded by rarity (Uncommon to Legendary) and can be upgraded at workbenches to improve stats and unlock/upgrade weave slots for further customization with Coils (mods).
  • Weaves (Coils): Mods that can be inserted into the weave slots of outfits and weapons. They provide specific stat boosts (e.g., +% Fire Damage, +Melee Defense, +Critical Hit Chance) or unique perks. Weaves also have rarity tiers.
  • Face Paints: Cosmetic items that Aloy can apply, representing different tribal affiliations or styles. Unlocked through quests or progression. Do not provide stat bonuses.
  • Dyes: Players can collect special plants to unlock dyes, which can be used at Dyer merchants to change the color scheme of most outfits, allowing for visual customization.
Outfits/Customization
  • Shinobi Outfits (Naoe): Naoe will have access to various shinobi shozoku and lighter armor sets designed for stealth and agility. Customizable through dyes, patterns, and individual gear pieces.
  • Samurai Armor (Yasuke): Yasuke can equip different sets of samurai armor (yoroi), ranging from lighter to heavier configurations, affecting defense and appearance. Customizable through different armor parts, materials, and insignias.
  • Casual / Civilian Attire: Both characters may have options for less conspicuous attire for blending in or for use in the hideout and non-combat scenarios.
  • Special Edition Outfits (e.g., Sekiryu Pack): Exclusive cosmetic outfits and weapon skins available through Deluxe, Gold, or Ultimate editions, such as the Sekiryu Character Pack.
  • Tribal Outfits (Nora, Carja, Oseram, Banuk, Utaru, Tenakth, Quen): Aloy can acquire and wear numerous outfits inspired by the game's various tribes. Each outfit provides defensive stats and unique perks suited to different playstyles (e.g., stealth, ranged combat, melee, machine overriding, elemental resistance). Outfits are color-coded by rarity and can be upgraded. A transmog system allows players to apply the appearance of any owned outfit while retaining the stats of another.
  • Special Outfits (Pre-order, Deluxe, Legendary): Unique outfits obtained through pre-orders, special game editions, or by crafting/purchasing legendary tier gear. These often have powerful perks and distinct visual designs.
  • Face Paints: Cosmetic face paints representing different tribes or personal markings can be applied to Aloy. Unlocked through quests, merchants, or exploration.
  • Outfit Dyes: Players can collect specific dye plants from the environment and use them at Dyer merchants to change the color schemes of most outfits, offering a layer of visual personalization.
  • Headpiece Toggle: Most outfits come with a headpiece, but players have the option to visually toggle it off while still retaining its stats and perks, allowing them to see Aloy's face.
public World & Exploration
World & Level Design

The open world of Feudal Japan in Assassin's Creed Shadows is described as comparable in size to that of Assassin's Creed Origins (approximately 80km²). It features diverse regions including spectacular castle towns, bustling ports, peaceful shrines, and pastoral landscapes across central Japan. The world is designed with a more realistic scale for mountains and castles, and features dynamic weather systems and changing seasons that can affect gameplay (e.g., ponds freezing over).

The Forbidden West is a vast and diverse open world, significantly larger than the map of Zero Dawn. Key regions include: The Daunt (a Carja borderland), No Man's Land (arid plains), Plainsong (Utaru farmlands), The Shining Wastes (deserts), Scalding Spear (Tenakth Sky Clan capital), The Stand of the Sentinels (Tenakth Lowland Clan territory), The Long Coast (beaches and ruins, leading to San Francisco), Isle of Spires (ruined San Francisco, Quen landing site), and underwater environments. The map is rich in verticality, dense jungles, arid deserts, snowy mountains, and submerged ruins. The 'Burning Shores' DLC adds a new volcanic archipelago region (former Los Angeles).

Playable Vehicles
  • Horse: Mount / Land Traversal
    Horses will be available for faster travel across the large open world of Feudal Japan, a staple in the Assassin's Creed series.
  • Small Boats / Skiffs: Water Traversal
    Given Japan's geography with rivers and coastlines, small boats or skiffs will likely be available for navigating waterways and reaching certain locations.
  • Mountable Machines (Charger, Bristleback, Clawstrider, Sunwing): Overridden Machine Mounts (Land & Air)
    Aloy can override various machines to use as mounts. Chargers are fast ground mounts. Bristlebacks are slower but can dig for resources. Clawstriders are combat-capable ground mounts. Sunwings are flying mounts essential for aerial traversal and accessing high areas.
  • Shieldwing: Personal Glider
    An energy glider deployed by Aloy to safely descend from great heights, glide across gaps, and perform aerial maneuvers. An essential traversal tool.
  • Pullcaster: Grappling Tool / Utility
    A versatile tool that functions as a grappling hook to pull Aloy towards specific anchor points, pull down destructible walls or objects, and retrieve out-of-reach loot. Also used in combat to pull enemies or expose weak points.
  • Boats / Rafts (Contextual): Simple Watercraft
    In some underwater or flooded areas, Aloy might find or use simple rafts or interact with small boats for short-distance water traversal, though these are not primary controllable vehicles like in other games.
book Story & Characters
Main Characters
  • Naoe Fujibayashi: Protagonist / Shinobi Assassin
    A kunoichi (female shinobi) from the Iga Province. She is agile, resourceful, and driven by a quest for vengeance after her home is destroyed. Specializes in stealth, parkour, assassination, and using an array of shinobi tools. Daughter of a legendary shinobi master.
  • Yasuke: Protagonist / Samurai Warrior
    A powerful samurai of African origin, based on the historical figure who served Oda Nobunaga. He is skilled in direct combat, wielding heavy weaponry with brutal precision. His story explores themes of identity, honor, and his place in a foreign land.
  • Oda Nobunaga: Major Historical Figure / Antagonist / Ally (Complex Role)
    The powerful daimyo aiming to unify Japan. He is a central figure in the narrative, influencing both Naoe (as a target of vengeance) and Yasuke (as his lord). Portrayed as a complex character with both ruthless and progressive aspects.
  • Fujibayashi Nagato (Implied): Naoe's Father / Legendary Shinobi
    Mentioned as Naoe's father and a legendary shinobi master, his fate likely fuels Naoe's motivations.
  • Templar Order Members: Antagonists
    The recurring antagonists of the Assassin's Creed series, operating behind the scenes in Feudal Japan, seeking to impose their vision of order and control, likely influencing various daimyos and factions.
  • Assassin Brotherhood Members: Allies / Faction
    Naoe is an Assassin, implying the presence and activities of the Brotherhood in Japan, fighting for freedom against Templar control. Players will likely interact with and build up the local Assassin cell.
  • Aloy: Protagonist / Nora Machine Hunter / Seeker
    The main playable character. A skilled hunter, archer, and machine overrider. Haunted by her origins as a clone of Dr. Elisabet Sobeck, she ventures into the Forbidden West to find a cure for the Blight and save life on Earth. Known for her intelligence, compassion, and determination.
  • Varl: Ally / Nora Brave / Aloy's Companion
    A loyal friend and companion to Aloy from the Nora tribe. He follows her into the Forbidden West, providing support and a connection to her past. He undergoes his own journey of growth and finding his place.
  • Erend: Ally / Oseram Vanguard Captain
    A boisterous and strong Oseram warrior, captain of the Carja Vanguard. He reunites with Aloy in the Forbidden West and assists her, often providing comic relief and brute force.
  • Zo: Ally / Utaru Gravesinger
    A calm and spiritual member of the agrarian Utaru tribe. She is a 'Gravesinger,' tending to the tribe's land-gods (machines that sustain their crops). She joins Aloy to help heal the land and her people.
  • Kotallo: Ally / Tenakth Sky Clan Marshal
    A stoic and honorable Tenakth warrior from the Sky Clan who lost an arm in battle. Initially distrustful, he becomes a steadfast ally to Aloy, grappling with his injury and his duty to his people.
  • Alva: Ally / Quen Diviner
    A curious and intelligent Diviner from the overseas Quen tribe. She possesses knowledge of Old World technology through her tribe's limited Focus-like devices. She aids Aloy in understanding ancient data.
  • Sylens: Ambiguous Figure / Researcher & Schemer
    The enigmatic and highly intelligent researcher obsessed with Old World knowledge and technology. His motives are often unclear, and he manipulates events for his own purposes, sometimes aligning with Aloy, sometimes opposing her.
  • Beta: Supporting Character / Elisabet Sobeck Clone
    Another clone of Dr. Elisabet Sobeck, created and raised in isolation by Far Zenith. She is highly intelligent but socially anxious and initially fearful. Her relationship with Aloy is central to the plot.
  • Regalla: Antagonist / Tenakth Rebel Leader
    A fierce Tenakth warrior leading a rebellion against Chief Hekarro. She is fueled by a desire for revenge against the Carja and allies herself with Sylens to acquire machine overriding technology.
  • Tilda van der Meer: Antagonist / Far Zenith Member
    A prominent member of Far Zenith, an organization of immortal Old World humans who fled Earth. She has a complex past connection with Elisabet Sobeck and plays a key role in Far Zenith's plans.
  • Gerard Bieri: Antagonist / Far Zenith Leader
    The apparent leader of the Far Zenith expedition to Earth. Arrogant and dismissive of current human life on Earth.
  • Hekarro: Supporting Character / Tenakth Chief
    The wise and respected chief of the Tenakth tribe, seeking to unite its three clans and resist Regalla's rebellion.
  • GAIA: AI / Earth's Terraforming System
    The benevolent AI created by Elisabet Sobeck to restore life to Earth. Aloy seeks to recover GAIA's subordinate functions to repair the biosphere and stop the Blight.
  • Walter Londra (Burning Shores DLC): Antagonist (DLC) / Far Zenith Member
    A Far Zenith member who established a cult-like following in the Burning Shores region, posing a new threat that Aloy and Seyka must confront.
  • Seyka (Burning Shores DLC): Ally / Quen Marine (DLC)
    A resourceful and determined Quen marine encountered in the Burning Shores DLC. She teams up with Aloy to find her missing sister and confront Londra. A potential romantic interest for Aloy.
Example Missions
  • Dual Protagonist Main Story Quests
    A series of narrative missions following the intertwined stories of Naoe and Yasuke. Players will experience key historical events, pursue personal vendettas (Naoe) and duties (Yasuke), and uncover the Templar conspiracy in Japan. Many quests can be approached with either character, offering different gameplay solutions.
  • Assassination Contracts & Infiltration Missions
    Missions focused on Naoe's shinobi skills, requiring stealthy infiltration of enemy strongholds, gathering intelligence, and eliminating key targets using a variety of tools and assassination techniques.
  • Samurai Battles & Stronghold Assaults
    Missions emphasizing Yasuke's samurai prowess, involving direct combat against groups of enemies, duels with skilled warriors, and potentially leading small skirmishes or assaulting fortified positions.
  • Spy Network Operations
    Developing and utilizing your network of spies to gather information, identify targets, reveal hidden locations, and potentially trigger unique side missions or opportunities.
  • Hideout Development & Crew Quests
    Building and upgrading your customizable shinobi league hideout, which may involve recruiting specialized allies and undertaking quests for them to improve the hideout's capabilities and unlock new resources or gear.
  • Exploration & World Activities
    Discovering and completing various activities throughout the open world, such as synchronizing viewpoints, finding collectibles, clearing enemy outposts, and engaging with dynamic world events influenced by weather and seasons.
  • Main Quests (Aloy's Journey to the West)
    A series of narrative-driven quests following Aloy's quest to find a working backup of GAIA, stop the Red Blight, investigate the origins of new, dangerous machines, and confront the threat of Far Zenith and Regalla's rebels. These missions span the entire Forbidden West and involve major story revelations, character interactions, and boss battles.
  • Side Quests (Favors & Errands)
    Numerous optional quests given by various NPCs across all tribes and settlements. These offer unique storylines, explore the cultures and conflicts of the Forbidden West, introduce memorable characters, and reward XP, skill points, gear, or valuable resources.
  • Cauldrons
    Large, underground machine factories. Aloy must infiltrate these dangerous, puzzle-filled facilities, fight through machine defenses, and override the cauldron's core to unlock new machine override codes, allowing her to convert more machine types to her side.
  • Tallnecks
    Colossal, giraffe-like machines that act as mobile radar towers. Aloy must find a way to climb to the top of each Tallneck and override its sensor array to unfog a large portion of the world map, revealing points of interest, settlements, and machine sites.
  • Rebel Camps & Outposts
    Fortified camps and smaller outposts controlled by Regalla's rebels. Aloy must defeat the rebel leader in each camp (often involving a mini-boss fight) and clear out all enemies to liberate the area, earning rewards and sometimes unlocking new allies or quests.
  • Hunting Grounds
    Specific arenas where Aloy can undertake timed trials focused on different hunting techniques and weapon usage against various machines. Earning higher marks (Quarter, Half, Full Stripes) rewards medals, XP, and unique resources.
  • Melee Pits
    Arenas where Aloy can challenge Tenakth warriors in melee combat duels, testing her spear skills and unlocking new melee combos upon victory.
  • Salvage Contracts
    Quests given by Oseram salvagers, tasking Aloy with hunting specific machines for rare parts or retrieving valuable scrap from dangerous locations. Rewards often include powerful Oseram weapons or outfits.
  • Gauntlet Runs (Machine Races)
    Mounted races against other machine riders, involving navigating a treacherous course while using weapons and abilities to sabotage opponents.
  • Burning Shores DLC Main Quests
    A new main storyline set in the volcanic Burning Shores region, where Aloy teams up with Quen marine Seyka to investigate a new Far Zenith threat led by Walter Londra.
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Multiplayer Details

Assassin's Creed Shadows is a single-player experience. It does not feature any co-op or competitive multiplayer modes at launch. Ubisoft is developing a separate standalone multiplayer Assassin's Creed experience codenamed 'Project Invictus'.

Horizon Forbidden West is a purely single-player experience. There are no multiplayer modes.

extension Editions & DLC
Available Editions

Multiple editions are available: Standard Edition ($69.99 USD), Digital Deluxe Edition ($89.99 USD - includes Sekiryu Character Pack for Naoe and Yasuke, Sekiryu Hideout Pack, 5 skill points, and digital artbook/soundtrack filter in Photo Mode), Gold Edition (includes base game and Season Pass with two upcoming expansions), and Ultimate Edition (includes base game, Season Pass, Ultimate Pack with Sekiryu Character/Hideout Packs, and digital artbook/soundtrack filter). A Collector's Edition ($299.99 USD for PS5/Xbox) includes Ultimate Edition content, steelbook, Naoe & Yasuke diorama statue, artbook, Naoe's katana tsuba replica, world map, and creed wall scroll.

Available in Standard Edition, Special Edition (SteelBook, digital soundtrack, artbook), Digital Deluxe Edition (cosmetic outfits/weapons, digital artbook/soundtrack/comic), Collector's Edition (Tremortusk & Aloy statues, SteelBook, artbook, all Digital Deluxe content), and Regalla Edition (Regalla Tremortusk statue, canvas map, art prints, replica Focus, all Collector's content). The PC version is often the 'Complete Edition' including the Burning Shores DLC.

Post-Launch Content / DLC

A Year 1 roadmap has been revealed, featuring free content like new story quests (e.g., 'The Works of Luis Frois'), parkour system enhancements, Photo Mode updates, and New Game+. A major paid expansion titled 'Claws of Awaji' is planned for late 2025, offering over 10 hours of new content on the island of Awaji with new enemies and a Bō staff weapon for Naoe. This expansion is included in the Gold and Ultimate Editions (via Season Pass) or can be purchased separately. Ubisoft is not using a traditional season pass model but focusing on standalone expansions and free updates.

One major story expansion, 'Burning Shores,' has been released (exclusive to PS5 and PC). It takes Aloy to a new volcanic archipelago region (former Los Angeles) to pursue a new threat. Numerous free updates have added features like New Game+, Ultra Hard difficulty, transmog, and quality-of-life improvements.

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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Q: When will Assassin's Creed Shadows be released?
    A: Assassin's Creed Shadows was released on March 20, 2025.
  • Q: What is the setting of Assassin's Creed Shadows?
    A: The game is set in Feudal Japan during the late 16th century, specifically the Azuchi-Momoyama period.
  • Q: Who are the main playable characters in Assassin's Creed Shadows?
    A: There are two protagonists: Naoe, a female shinobi from Iga, and Yasuke, an African samurai based on a historical figure. Players can switch between them.
  • Q: How do Naoe and Yasuke play differently?
    A: Naoe focuses on stealth, agility, parkour, and assassination using tools like the hidden blade, kusarigama, and shinobi gadgets. Yasuke excels in direct, powerful samurai combat with weapons like katanas, kanabo, and naginatas.
  • Q: Is Assassin's Creed Shadows an open-world game?
    A: Yes, it features a large open world of Feudal Japan, comparable in size to Assassin's Creed Origins, with dynamic weather and changing seasons.
  • Q: Does Assassin's Creed Shadows have multiplayer?
    A: No, Assassin's Creed Shadows is a single-player experience. Ubisoft is developing a separate standalone multiplayer Assassin's Creed title.
  • Q: What historical figures appear in the game?
    A: Oda Nobunaga is a central historical figure. Others from the period are likely to appear, influencing the story and the protagonists.
  • Q: Will there be DLC or post-launch content?
    A: Yes, Ubisoft has announced a Year 1 roadmap including free story updates, gameplay enhancements, and a major paid expansion titled 'Claws of Awaji' set for late 2025.
  • Q: Is Horizon Forbidden West a direct sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn?
    A: Yes, Horizon Forbidden West directly continues the story of Aloy, picking up approximately six months after the events of Horizon Zero Dawn.
  • Q: Do I need to play Horizon Zero Dawn before Forbidden West?
    A: It is highly recommended. Forbidden West heavily builds upon the lore, characters, and plot threads established in Zero Dawn. While there's a brief recap, playing the first game provides essential context and enhances the emotional impact of the sequel.
  • Q: Can Aloy swim underwater in Horizon Forbidden West?
    A: Yes, underwater exploration is a major new feature. Aloy can dive and swim in various bodies of water, discovering submerged ruins, resources, and new machines. She uses a rebreather for extended underwater exploration.
  • Q: What is the Shieldwing?
    A: The Shieldwing is a new piece of gear that functions as an energy glider. Aloy can deploy it mid-air after jumping from heights to safely glide across large distances or descend slowly, opening up new traversal possibilities.
  • Q: Are there flying mounts in Horizon Forbidden West?
    A: Yes, later in the game, Aloy gains the ability to override and ride Sunwings, which are Pterodactyl-like flying machines, allowing for aerial traversal across the Forbidden West.
  • Q: What is Machine Strike?
    A: Machine Strike is an in-universe turn-based tactical board game that Aloy can play against various NPCs. Players collect machine-themed game pieces, each with unique stats and abilities, and battle on a holographic board.
build Technical Details
Graphics & Visual Fidelity

Powered by an updated version of the Anvil engine, Assassin's Creed Shadows aims for a visually stunning depiction of Feudal Japan. Features include detailed environments, realistic character models, dynamic weather systems, changing seasons impacting the world, and advanced lighting. Supports Ray Traced Global Illumination and Reflections, ultra-wide resolutions, uncapped framerate, and various upscalers (DLSS 3.7, FSR 3.1, XeSS 2).

Powered by an updated version of the Decima Engine, the game is renowned for its stunning visual fidelity. It showcases incredibly detailed machine designs, lifelike character animations, lush and diverse environments (from dense jungles to arid deserts and underwater biomes), advanced lighting, volumetric clouds, and realistic weather systems. The level of detail in flora, fauna, and tribal settlements is exceptional. Offers multiple graphics modes on PS5.

Audio & Soundtrack

Features an original score that blends traditional Japanese instrumentation with orchestral arrangements to evoke the atmosphere of Feudal Japan. Sound design emphasizes environmental realism, weather effects, and distinct combat sounds for each weapon and character.

Original score composed by Joris de Man, The Flight, Niels van der Leest, and Oleksa Lozowchuk, featuring epic orchestral themes, tribal chants, and ethereal melodies that capture the beauty and danger of the Forbidden West. Sound design is intricate, with unique vocalizations for each machine, realistic environmental sounds, and impactful weapon effects.

User Interface (UI/UX)

The UI is an evolution of modern Assassin's Creed games, providing clear information on quests, character status, abilities, and world interactions. Features an 'Immersive Mode' for reduced UI. Supports multilingual voice acting and subtitles. Includes a Photo Mode with various filters and customization options.

Features an immersive HUD with health, Focus meter, weapon/ammo selection, and contextual prompts. The Focus (AR device) highlights machine weak points, tracks, and hackable objects. Menus for inventory, crafting, skills, map, and collectibles are detailed. The world map is extensive with various filters. Dynamic HUD options allow for customization.

Accessibility Options

Ubisoft typically includes a range of accessibility options in their titles, such as customizable controls, subtitle and caption adjustments, audio cues, gameplay assists (e.g., aim assist, navigation aids), and visual filters. Specific details for Shadows include extensive customization options in the settings menu.

Offers a comprehensive suite of accessibility options, including fully remappable controls, extensive subtitle and caption customization, difficulty settings (including Custom mode), aim assist options, options to simplify QTEs, options for motion blur/camera shake, co-pilot mode, dead zone adjustments, auto-sprint, auto-heal, auto-concentration, and various visual/audio cues for gameplay elements.

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settings_applications System Requirements
720p (HD) - Minimum (720p ~30 FPS, Very Low Preset) (Very Low Preset)
CPU: Minimum desktop CPU for lower settings.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent. Modern i5/Ryzen 5 U or H series recommended.
GPU: Minimum desktop GPU for lower settings.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs. 4GB VRAM is absolute minimum.
RAM: Minimum RAM requirement (game is RAM intensive).
Storage: SSD is mandatory.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i3-8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 1300X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (4GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5500XT (4GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-7300HQ / AMD Ryzen 3 3200U equivalent or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB) / GTX 1650 Mobile (4GB). **Even an RTX 3050 Mobile would be a significant step up for stability.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 150 GB SSD
1080p (Full HD) - High (1080p ~60 FPS, High Preset) (High Preset)
CPU: CPU for 1080p/60FPS High.
CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPU.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/60FPS High.
GPU (Laptop): Performance laptop GPUs. 8GB VRAM ideal.
RAM: 16GB RAM recommended.
Storage: NVMe SSD strongly recommended.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-8700 or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 (16GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10750H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP) / RTX 4060 Mobile (8GB, High TGP). **An RTX 3070 Ti Mobile or RTX 4070 Mobile (High TGP) will provide excellent 1080p High performance.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 150 GB NVMe SSD
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Target: 1080p, 60 FPS, Medium Preset) (Medium Preset, Upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS 'Quality' or 'Balanced') likely needed.)
CPU: Recommended desktop CPU.
CPU (Laptop): Recommended laptop CPU for a smooth 1080p/60FPS experience.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU.
GPU (Laptop): Targets ~60 FPS at 1080p Medium/High. **Ensure high TGP for NVIDIA cards.** 8GB VRAM is strongly recommended. Upscaling will significantly aid in achieving stable framerates.
RAM: 16GB RAM in dual-channel.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-11600K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB) or Intel Arc B580 (12GB, ReBAR ON)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or newer equivalent performance mobile CPUs.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 115 GB - 130 GB available space (SSD Mandatory)
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Target: 1080p, 30 FPS, Low Preset) (Low Preset, Upscaling may be needed for stable 30 FPS.)
CPU: Minimum desktop CPU.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU to avoid severe bottlenecks at this tier. Performance varies by laptop design.
GPU: Minimum desktop GPU.
GPU (Laptop): Targets ~30 FPS at 1080p Low. **Upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS 'Performance') is highly recommended.** 6GB VRAM is a practical minimum for laptops; 4GB VRAM cards will likely face issues. TGP and cooling are critical.
RAM: Minimum RAM, dual-channel configuration is essential.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 (8GB) or Intel Arc A580 (8GB, ReBAR ON)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 5 4600H or newer equivalent mobile CPUs.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop (4GB, High TGP - may struggle, 6GB version better); OR AMD Radeon RX 5600M (6GB), AMD Radeon RX 6600S. An RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB, lower TGP) could also fit here.
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 115 GB - 130 GB available space (SSD Mandatory)
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (1080p ~30 FPS, Medium Preset) (Medium Preset)
CPU: Recommended desktop CPU for 1080p/30FPS Medium settings.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated mid-range laptop CPUs.
GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p/30FPS Medium.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs. 6GB VRAM recommended.
RAM: 16GB RAM strongly recommended.
Storage: SSD strongly recommended.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-8600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (8GB/12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 (8GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-8750H / AMD Ryzen 5 4600H equivalent or better
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP) / RTX 3050 Ti Mobile (4GB, High TGP). **An RTX 3060 Mobile or RTX 4050 Mobile (High TGP) is a better target for 1080p Medium/High.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 150 GB SSD
1440p (QHD/2K) - Enthusiast (Target: 1440p, 60 FPS, High Preset) (High Preset, Upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS 'Quality' or 'Balanced') recommended.)
CPU: Listed desktop CPU. A stronger CPU is advised for consistency at 1440p High.
CPU (Laptop): High-performance laptop CPU crucial for 1440p gaming to avoid bottlenecks.
GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p High.
GPU (Laptop): Targets ~60 FPS at 1440p High. **Max TGP versions and excellent cooling are essential.** 8GB VRAM (RTX 4070 Laptop) is the minimum, 10GB+ is ideal. Upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS 'Balanced' or 'Performance') will likely be necessary.
RAM: 16GB is listed, but 32GB is highly recommended for smoother 1440p gameplay.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-11600K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X (Same as 1080p/60 Rec, but higher-end CPU like i7-12700K/Ryzen 7 5800X would be better)
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (10GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (16GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-12700H / AMD Ryzen 7 6800H or newer high-performance mobile CPUs (e.g., Intel HX series, AMD HX/HS series).
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 115 GB - 130 GB available space (SSD Mandatory)
1440p (QHD/2K) - Very High (1440p ~60 FPS or 2160p/4K ~30 FPS, Very High Preset, DLSS/FSR Quality/Balanced) (Very High Preset (DLSS/FSR Quality or Balanced recommended for these targets))
CPU: CPU for 1440p/60FPS or 4K/30FPS Very High.
CPU (Laptop): High-end laptop CPU.
GPU: Desktop GPU for 1440p/60FPS or 4K/30FPS Very High.
GPU (Laptop): High-end laptop GPUs. 10GB+ VRAM critical, 8GB absolute minimum with aggressive upscaling.
RAM: 16GB RAM essential, 32GB beneficial for 4K.
Storage: NVMe SSD required.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 7 3800X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (10GB) / RTX 4070 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT (16GB) / RX 7800 XT (16GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS or better. **Modern i7/Ryzen 7 H/HX series or higher.**
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB/16GB, Max TGP) / RTX 4070 Mobile (8GB, Max TGP). **An RTX 4080 Mobile would be better for consistent performance at these demanding targets.**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 150 GB NVMe SSD
2160p (UHD/4K) - Enthusiast (Target: 4K, 60 FPS, High Preset) (High Preset, Upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS 'Performance' or 'Ultra Performance') essential.)
CPU: High-end desktop CPU for 4K.
CPU (Laptop): Flagship laptop CPUs required to support 4K gaming attempts.
GPU: High-end desktop GPU for 4K.
GPU (Laptop): Only the absolute top-tier laptop GPUs with maximum TGP and exceptional cooling can attempt 4K. **Expect to use DLSS/FSR in 'Ultra Performance' mode.** Native 4K at high settings and 60 FPS is generally beyond current laptop capabilities for such demanding titles.
RAM: 32GB RAM is strongly recommended for 4K gaming.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-12700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT (20GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-12900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX or newer flagship mobile CPUs (e.g., Intel 13th/14th Gen HX, AMD Ryzen 7000/8000 HX series).
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K/60FPS High will be extremely challenging and heavily reliant on aggressive upscaling.
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 115 GB - 130 GB available space (SSD Mandatory)
2160p (UHD/4K) - Ultimate (2160p/4K ~60 FPS, Ultimate/Max Preset, DLSS/FSR Balanced/Performance) (Ultimate/Max Preset, DLSS/FSR Balanced or Performance)
CPU: Flagship CPU for attempting 4K/60FPS Ultimate.
CPU (Laptop): Absolute top-tier laptop CPUs.
GPU: Flagship desktop GPU for 4K Ultimate, heavily reliant on DLSS/FSR.
GPU (Laptop): The absolute best laptop GPU, will be pushed to its limits for 4K Ultimate. DLSS is mandatory.
RAM: 32GB RAM highly recommended for 4K Ultimate.
Storage: NVMe SSD required.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i9-12900K or AMD Ryzen 9 5950X/7900X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (16GB) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX (24GB)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-12900HX / AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX or better. **Modern flagship Intel/AMD HX series (e.g., 13980HX, 7945HX3D).**
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require DLSS Performance/Ultra Performance for playable 4K Ultimate at ~60FPS. A hypothetical next-gen flagship (e.g., RTX 5090 Mobile or AMD equivalent) would be needed for a more comfortable native experience. (Highly Speculative)**
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 150 GB NVMe SSD
save Overall Storage
Spec: 115 GB - 130 GB available space (SSD Mandatory)
Note: An SSD is required for installation and optimal performance due to the large open world and detailed assets. NVMe SSD recommended for faster load times.
Type: SSD
Spec: 150 GB available space (SSD Required).
Note: An NVMe SSD is strongly recommended for the best experience due to asset streaming, fast loading, and to minimize texture pop-in in the vast open world.
Type: SSD
desktop_windows Operating System
Spec: Windows 10 / Windows 11 (64-bit versions only)
Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows 10 or Windows 11 is mandatory.
Spec: Windows 10 64-bit (version 1909 or higher)
Explanation: 64-bit Windows 10 (specified version or newer) or Windows 11 is required.
gamepad DirectX Version
N/ASpec: DirectX 12
Explanation: DirectX 12 API is required.
info_outline Other Game Notes
  • Official PC system requirements for 'Assassin's Creed Shadows'. An SSD is mandatory for all configurations. Performance will vary based on specific hardware, drivers, and in-game settings. Upscaling technologies (DLSS, FSR, XeSS) are supported and recommended.
  • Laptop Performance Note: Assassin's Creed Shadows is a demanding open-world title. For a good laptop experience, a modern gaming laptop with powerful components, high TGP for the GPU, and excellent cooling is essential. Laptop GPUs often perform differently than desktop counterparts with the same name. **Always check specific laptop model reviews for thermal performance and sustained gaming benchmarks.**
  • Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P Impact: Total Graphics Power (TGP) is a critical factor for laptop GPU performance. Higher TGP variants will deliver significantly better results. Verify TGP when choosing a laptop.
  • Laptop Consideration: Advanced Cooling Thermals: Effective cooling (vapor chambers, multiple fans/heatpipes, good airflow design) is vital to prevent thermal throttling, which can drastically reduce performance during extended gameplay.
  • Laptop Consideration: C P U Performance Sustain: A modern, powerful mobile CPU (Intel Core H/HX, AMD Ryzen HS/HX series) that can maintain high clock speeds under load is necessary to avoid bottlenecking high-end GPUs and ensure smooth gameplay in this detailed open world.
  • Laptop Consideration: R A M Configuration Speed: 16GB dual-channel RAM is the minimum. For higher settings and resolutions, 32GB is recommended. RAM speed (DDR4 vs DDR5 and specific MHz) also influences performance.
  • Laptop Consideration: Display Panel G P U Pairing: Match the GPU's capability to the laptop's display resolution (1080p, 1440p, 4K) and refresh rate (120Hz+). A high-refresh display requires a powerful GPU to be fully utilized.
  • Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch N V I D I A Advanced Optimus: Laptops with a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus can provide a noticeable performance boost by allowing the dedicated GPU to directly drive the display.
  • Laptop Consideration: Driver Updates O S Optimization: Keep GPU drivers (NVIDIA, AMD, Intel) and Windows updated. Utilize game-specific driver profiles and OS settings like Game Mode for optimal performance.
  • Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS 3.7, AMD FSR 3.1, Intel XeSS 2. Frame Generation technologies are also supported. Essential for achieving target framerates at higher resolutions and settings, especially with Ray Tracing.
  • Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, Clutter Density, Volumetric Clouds, Water Quality, World Detail, and Ray Tracing options (Global Illumination, Reflections) have a significant impact on performance.
  • Game Name: Assassin Creed Shadows
  • Official PC system requirements from Guerrilla Games/Nixxes. Performance can vary significantly depending on specific hardware, settings, areas in-game (especially dense jungles or machine-heavy encounters), and background applications. An SSD is MANDATORY. The game is visually stunning and very demanding at higher settings.
  • Laptop Performance Note: Laptop models of listed desktop GPUs will require comparable performance, high TGP (Total Graphics Power), and excellent cooling. **Horizon Forbidden West is a demanding title on PC; high-end laptop hardware is necessary for higher resolutions and settings to maintain smooth framerates. Upscaling is highly recommended.**
  • Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance.
  • Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Robust cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling, especially with detailed environments.
  • Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better due to complex world simulation and machine AI.
  • Laptop Consideration: R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM (DDR5 preferred for newer systems) is highly beneficial.
  • Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.
  • Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS 3 (Super Resolution & Frame Generation), AMD FSR 2.2, and Intel XeSS. DirectStorage API support for faster loading on compatible NVMe SSDs.
  • Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, Model Quality, Shadow Quality, Reflections Quality, Volumetric Clouds, Level of Detail, Hair Quality, and Anisotropic Filtering heavily impact performance. Using upscaling is highly recommended for higher resolutions/settings.
  • Game Name: Horizon Forbidden West
build Optimization Details
  • Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS 3.7, AMD FSR 3.1, Intel XeSS 2. Frame Generation technologies are also supported. Essential for achieving target framerates at higher resolutions and settings, especially with Ray Tracing.
  • Key Settings Impact: Resolution, Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, Clutter Density, Volumetric Clouds, Water Quality, World Detail, and Ray Tracing options (Global Illumination, Reflections) have a significant impact on performance.
  • Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS 3 (Super Resolution & Frame Generation), AMD FSR 2.2, and Intel XeSS. DirectStorage API support for faster loading on compatible NVMe SSDs.
  • Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, Model Quality, Shadow Quality, Reflections Quality, Volumetric Clouds, Level of Detail, Hair Quality, and Anisotropic Filtering heavily impact performance. Using upscaling is highly recommended for higher resolutions/settings.
laptop Laptop Considerations
  • G P U T G P Impact: Total Graphics Power (TGP) is a critical factor for laptop GPU performance. Higher TGP variants will deliver significantly better results. Verify TGP when choosing a laptop.
  • Advanced Cooling Thermals: Effective cooling (vapor chambers, multiple fans/heatpipes, good airflow design) is vital to prevent thermal throttling, which can drastically reduce performance during extended gameplay.
  • C P U Performance Sustain: A modern, powerful mobile CPU (Intel Core H/HX, AMD Ryzen HS/HX series) that can maintain high clock speeds under load is necessary to avoid bottlenecking high-end GPUs and ensure smooth gameplay in this detailed open world.
  • R A M Configuration Speed: 16GB dual-channel RAM is the minimum. For higher settings and resolutions, 32GB is recommended. RAM speed (DDR4 vs DDR5 and specific MHz) also influences performance.
  • Display Panel G P U Pairing: Match the GPU's capability to the laptop's display resolution (1080p, 1440p, 4K) and refresh rate (120Hz+). A high-refresh display requires a powerful GPU to be fully utilized.
  • M U X Switch N V I D I A Advanced Optimus: Laptops with a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus can provide a noticeable performance boost by allowing the dedicated GPU to directly drive the display.
  • Driver Updates O S Optimization: Keep GPU drivers (NVIDIA, AMD, Intel) and Windows updated. Utilize game-specific driver profiles and OS settings like Game Mode for optimal performance.
  • G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance.
  • Cooling Thermals: Robust cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling, especially with detailed environments.
  • C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better due to complex world simulation and machine AI.
  • R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM (DDR5 preferred for newer systems) is highly beneficial.
  • M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.

info_outline Feature details based on available data. System requirements and performance estimates may vary.

laptop_chromebook Laptop Recommendations

Common Recommendations (Handles All Compared Games)

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for HD (720p).
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop (4GB, High TGP - may struggle, 6GB version better); OR AMD Radeon RX 5600M (6GB), AMD Radeon RX 6600S. An RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB, lower TGP) could also fit here.
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers Up to 64GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop (4GB, High TGP - may struggle, 6GB version better); OR AMD Radeon RX 5600M (6GB), AMD Radeon RX 6600S. An RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB, lower TGP) could also fit here.
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080
MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP)
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for QHD (1440p).
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for UHD (4K).
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 16IRX9H with RTX 4090
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 16IRX9H with RTX 4090
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti
MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti
  • memory Intel Ultra 7 255HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti
  • layers 32GB DDR5 5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX
MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB

For Assassin Creed Shadows Specifically

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop (4GB, High TGP - may struggle, 6GB version better); OR AMD Radeon RX 5600M (6GB), AMD Radeon RX 6600S. An RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB, lower TGP) could also fit here.
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers Up to 64GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop (4GB, High TGP - may struggle, 6GB version better); OR AMD Radeon RX 5600M (6GB), AMD Radeon RX 6600S. An RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB, lower TGP) could also fit here.
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-13620H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-14700HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (8GB, High TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6700M (10GB), AMD Radeon RX 6800S (8GB).
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for QHD (1440p).
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti  and i9
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9
  • memory Intel Core i9-12950HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 and Ryzen 9
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (8GB, Max TGP), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop (12GB, Max TGP); OR AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT (12GB), AMD Radeon RX 7900S.
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for UHD (4K).
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 16IRX9H with RTX 4090
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 16IRX9H with RTX 4090
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti
MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti
  • memory Intel Ultra 7 255HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti
  • layers 32GB DDR5 5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX
MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080
MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2025) with RTX 5080
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2025) with RTX 5080
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-6400MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080
GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
MSI Raider 18 HX AI with RTX 5090 and Intel U9-285HX
MSI Raider 18 HX AI with RTX 5090 and Intel U9-285HX
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
  • layers 64GB DDR5-6400MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
ASUS Strix Scar 16 (2025) with RTX 5090 and Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
ASUS Strix Scar 16 (2025) with RTX 5090 and Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 and Ryzen 9
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop (16GB, Max TGP). Even then, 4K

For Horizon Forbidden West Specifically

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for HD (720p).
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers Up to 64GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile (4GB)
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP)
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers Up to 64GB DDR5
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP)
MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080
MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP)
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2025) with RTX 5080
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2025) with RTX 5080
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-6400MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP)
GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080
GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP)
MSI Raider 18 HX AI with RTX 5090 and Intel U9-285HX
MSI Raider 18 HX AI with RTX 5090 and Intel U9-285HX
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
  • layers 64GB DDR5-6400MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP)
ASUS Strix Scar 16 (2025) with RTX 5090 and Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
ASUS Strix Scar 16 (2025) with RTX 5090 and Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile (6GB, High TGP)
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP)
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP)
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP)
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP)
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP)
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-13620H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP)
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-14700HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP)
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (8GB, High TGP)
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for UHD (4K).
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-13620H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-14700HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti  and i9
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9
  • memory Intel Core i9-12950HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU
  • layers 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile (10GB
MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti
MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti
  • memory Intel Ultra 7 255HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti
  • layers 32GB DDR5 5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require DLSS Performance
MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX
MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9-275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require DLSS Performance
MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080
MSI Titan 18 HX AI (2025) with RTX 5080
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 64GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require DLSS Performance
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2025) with RTX 5080
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2025) with RTX 5080
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-6400MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require DLSS Performance
GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080
GIGABYTE AORUS Master 16 (2025) with RTX 5080
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require DLSS Performance
MSI Raider 18 HX AI with RTX 5090 and Intel U9-285HX
MSI Raider 18 HX AI with RTX 5090 and Intel U9-285HX
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
  • layers 64GB DDR5-6400MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require DLSS Performance
ASUS Strix Scar 16 (2025) with RTX 5090 and Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
ASUS Strix Scar 16 (2025) with RTX 5090 and Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • memory Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require DLSS Performance
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require DLSS Performance
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
MSI Vector 17 HX with RTX 4080 in 2025
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile (16GB, Max TGP). **Even this will require DLSS Performance

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