What Is Max Level/Rank in Assassin’s Creed Shadows? Level Cap Explained

*Assassin's Creed Shadows* stands out as one of the most ambitious titles in the franchise, featuring a comprehensive progression system that matches its expansive scope. Here's a detailed look at the maximum levels in *Assassin's Creed Shadows* and how the level cap operates.

What Is the Max XP Level in Assassin's Creed Shadows?

*Assassin's Creed Shadows* introduces a revamped progression system, blending traditional XP-based growth with the new Knowledge Ranks. Earning XP allows players to unlock higher-tier weapons, armor, and gear, alongside enhancing the base stats of protagonists Naoe and Yasuke.

To fully explore all the Japanese provinces in the game, players need to reach Level 35. However, the XP grind doesn't stop there. Initially, Ubisoft hinted at a Level Cap of 40, but players can actually push their levels all the way to 60. Moreover, with the upcoming Claws of Awaji expansion, there's a good chance the level cap will be raised even higher.

What Is the Max Knowledge Rank in Assassin's Creed Shadows?

The Knowledge Rank system in *Assassin's Creed Shadows* marks a significant evolution in the franchise's progression mechanics. Unlike XP, Knowledge Ranks are advanced through earning Knowledge Points by engaging in various open-world activities focused on mindfulness and training. As players progress through these ranks, new skills become available for Naoe and Yasuke, which can then be unlocked using Mastery Points.

Reaching Knowledge Rank 6 is necessary to unlock all available skills, but the journey doesn't end there. After hitting this rank, players unlock a new Knowledge tree, featuring passive skills that allow for further customization of playstyles.

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Is There a Cap for Mastery in Assassin's Creed Shadows?

Mastery represents the third pillar of progression in *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, functioning as the game's skill points system. Players must spend Mastery Points to unlock skills within the six Mastery trees available for each protagonist. The number of Mastery Points required varies by skill.

With a wide array of skills to unlock and numerous activities to earn Mastery Points, players are unlikely to hit a Mastery cap anytime soon. The Claws of Awaji expansion, set to release later in 2025, is expected to introduce new ways to earn Mastery Points, further extending the progression possibilities.

Does Assassin’s Creed Shadows Have Level Scaling?

In *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, each province in Japan is assigned a specific level, with Kii requiring the highest starting level of 35. As players progress and gain XP, the level of these regions adjusts to match their growth.

However, there's a ceiling to how high the enemy and province levels can scale. Beyond Level 42, the recommended level for each province remains two levels below the player's current XP level. This ensures a balanced challenge and maintains an engaging combat pace in the late game, rewarding dedicated players.

*Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.*