Resolving the Ultrawide Display Problem in Assassin’s Creed Shadows on PC

Released in 2025, Assassin’s Creed Shadows emerged as one of the standout titles for PC, showcasing Ubisoft’s refined Anvil Engine. Players have praised the game for its impressive performance, supported by a myriad of graphical settings. However, there are still areas that could benefit from enhancement, such as the implementation of ultrawide monitors and the presentation of cutscenes.

To address these concerns, a recent patch from Lyall introduces a range of fixes, enhancements, and quality-of-life improvements. Notably, players can now enjoy cutscenes without pillarboxing when playing Assassin’s Creed Shadows in ultrawide resolution.

Addressing Ultrawide Cutscene Issues in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

This latest patch from Lyall focuses significantly on improving the game’s ultrawide functionality. A primary feature of the update is the complete removal of pillarboxing in cutscenes, allowing for a cohesive visual experience that merges gameplay and narrative without unsightly black bars on the sides.

To install the patch, follow these straightforward steps:

Ensure that Assassin’s Creed Shadows is closed.
Visit the GitHub page and select the latest release (currently 0.0.1).
Download the patch file by clicking on ACShadowsFix_v0.0.1.zip located under assets.
Extract the contents of the zip file into the game’s installation directory.

Once you’ve completed these steps, reboot Assassin’s Creed Shadows and enjoy enhanced cutscenes free from black bars.

Below is a screenshot from Lyall showcasing a cutscene with the patch applied:

But the benefits of this patch go beyond just cutscene presentation—it’s packed with additional features!

New Features in Lyall’s ACShadowsFix

In addition to fixing ultrawide cutscenes, the patch also provides several valuable enhancements:

Intro video skip: Bypass logos and splash screens at startup.
Extended FOV options: Adjust the in-game field of view slider beyond its standard limit.
Framerate cap removal: Unlock frame rates in cutscenes, FMVs, and menus (originally capped at 31 FPS).
Dynamic cloth physics optimization: Enhances cloth physics performance in-game.
Cutscene frame generation: Utilize frame generation for smoother cutscene playback with the unlocked frame rate.
Pillar boxing removal: This feature eliminates the black bars during cutscenes.

Users can easily toggle these features by editing the ACShadowsFix.ini file using any text editor.

It’s advisable to enable all features for an optimal gaming experience, as they enhance usability significantly.

All accolades for this patch go to Lyall, who not only developed it but continues to maintain and expand upon it. Keep an eye on the patch’s release page for future updates and enhancements, as Lyall is known for continuously enriching user experience.

If you decide to revert to the original game version, simply remove the files that were included in the zip package.

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