A growing number of Nintendo Switch 2 players are calling Assassin’s Creed Shadows “unplayable,” following a wave of reports about repeated crashes, instability, and performance drops. What should have been a major next-gen portable showcase is, for many, turning into a frustrating crash-loop.
Players Report Constant Crashes
Since launch, users have described the game crashing randomly — sometimes after hours, sometimes within minutes. Players mention freezes during combat, mission transitions, open-world exploration, and even simple menu interactions.
Many claim the problem occurs in both handheld and docked mode, suggesting the issue may be deeper than a simple performance bottleneck.
Technical Issues Dampening the Experience
Some early technical analyses show:
- Noticeable performance drops in demanding scenes
- Lower-than-expected visual quality compared to other platforms
- Crashes that seem tied to loading, memory spikes, or rendering transitions
While the Switch 2 version was praised for being an ambitious port, the instability is overshadowing the game’s strengths.
Patch Expected — But No Immediate Fix
Reports indicate that Ubisoft is preparing a patch aimed at stabilizing gameplay, though no guaranteed fix has been confirmed. Players continue sharing temporary “workarounds,” such as:
- Installing the game on internal storage instead of SD card
- Playing more in handheld mode
- Saving frequently to avoid losing progress
None of these guarantee crash-free sessions.
Should You Play Now?
If you haven’t started Assassin’s Creed Shadows on Switch 2 yet, you may want to wait for the upcoming update. For players currently facing issues, patience — and frequent manual saves — may be the only real options for now.
Despite the instability, the game’s world, characters, and combat remain engaging. But until a stability patch arrives, the Switch 2 version is struggling to deliver the smooth experience fans expect.