Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Mount Controls and Upgrades Guide

Navigating the expansive landscapes in Assassin’s Creed Shadows is just a whistle away! This new installment in the celebrated AC franchise introduces travelers to a faithful companion—your trusty horse—transforming exploration into a more enjoyable adventure.

1. Controlling Your Horse in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

How to control your horse in Assassin's Creed Shadows — Mastering Horse Control in Assassin’s Creed Shadows | Source: In-game footage

Calling your mount is as simple as whistling. When you do so, characters Naoe and Yasuke will mount and ride off with ease. Trigger this whistle-action by pressing the D-Pad Down or the X key on PC, although it’s important to note that this can sometimes be confused with the action to lure an enemy.

Below is a summary of the control scheme for your horse in Assassin’s Creed Shadows:

Action	PC (Keyboard)	Xbox Controller	PlayStation Controller
Call Mount	Hold ‘X’ Key	Hold Down on D-Pad	Hold ‘Down’ on D-Pad
Ride Mount	Press ‘E’ Key	Press ‘Y’ Button	Press ‘Triangle’ Button
Gallop	Press “Shift” Key	Press “LS” Button	Press “L3” Button
Change Riding Stance	Press ‘ALT’ Key	Press ‘X’ Button	Press ‘Square’ Button

2. Upgrading Your Horse in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

How to upgrade your horse in Assassin's Creed Shadows — Strategies for Upgrading Your Horse in Assassin’s Creed Shadows | Source: In-game footage

Starting your journey with a basic horse for Naoe, you have the opportunity to elevate your mount’s rarity by visiting various Ornament Vendors scattered throughout the game world.

To acquire a higher-rarity horse, simply interact with an ornament vendor, choose your desired mount, and make the purchase using in-game currency. Note that prices vary based on your current game level.

However, it’s prudent to remember that such upgrades are mainly cosmetic—they don’t enhance your horse’s functional virtues like speed or special abilities. This means players might consider saving in-game finances for more impactful items instead!

Now that you know how to summon and upgrade your horse, give it a memorable name and set forth on your thrilling adventure across the expansive realms of Assassin’s Creed Shadows!

3. Overview of Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is poised to be the next action role-playing adventure by Ubisoft Quebec, slated for release on November 15, 2024. As the fourteenth major installment in the Assassin’s Creed series, it follows 2023’s Assassin’s Creed Mirage and stands as the inaugural title to debut on the Assassin’s Creed: Infinity platform.

Set against the backdrop of 16th-century Japan during the tumultuous end of the Sengoku period, this installment will delve into the age-old conflict between the Assassin Brotherhood, advocates of peace and liberty, and the Templar Order, who impose order through control. Players will experience this narrative through two captivating protagonists: Naoe, a skilled female shinobi, and Yasuke, a renowned African samurai inspired by actual historical events.

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