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In 2025, it’s difficult to imagine major open world games not having a photo mode. The feature has become so ubiquitous over the previous two generations that it’s now rare to see a AAA open-world title that doesn’t have one.Assassin’s Creed Shadowslaunched late last week with Photo Mode available right out of the box, providing virtual photographers with a suite of options to capture the beauty of Japan.
With so much beauty to see and capture, Assassin’s Creed Shadows makes it easy to open and start using Photo Mode.

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Ease of Use
Ubisoft Quebec made it easy to pull open Photo Mode and start taking pictures:
It’s important to remember that PC players can connect and use almost any controller. Likewise, console players can feel free to connect and use a keyboard and mouse. Thankfully, whatever input device you’re playing with, the actions needed to open Photo Mode are straightforward.

The Many Options
Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ Photo Mode offers an extensive list of options to play around with. Utilizing a mixture of lens alterations, beautiful filters, and a series of decorations, you’ll be able to create some truly striking images. You can even create the iconic Codename: Red shot thanks to the Red Dragon FX Filter.
Once complete, take your photo and your masterpiece will be saved for viewing and uploading.

Finding Your Work of Art
Once taken, the photo can be retrieved from different spots depending on what platform you’re playing on:
you may utilize these photos as your personal background on your PC or console or upload them to the official Assassin’s Creed Photo Mode page for the whole world to see. Either way, you can enjoy the beauty of what you created.

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows
Experience an epic historical action-adventure story set in feudal Japan! Become a lethal shinobi Assassin and a powerful legendary samurai as you explore a beautiful open world in a time of chaos. Switch seamlessly between two unlikely allies as you discover their common destiny. Master complementary playstyles, create your shinobi league, customize your hideout, and usher in a new era for Japan.• Explore the captivating open world of feudal Japan, from spectacular castle towns and bustling ports to peaceful shrines and war-ravaged landscapes. Adventure through unpredictable weather, changing seasons, and reactive environments.• Become Naoe, a shinobi Assassin, and Yasuke, a legendary samurai, as you experience their riveting stories and master their complementary playstyles. As Naoe, use stealth to avoid detection and agility to confound your enemies. As Yasuke, strike your foes with lethal precision and power. Unlock new skills, gear, and progression independently for each character.• Make information your weapon as you explore the world, and build your own network of spies to be your eyes and ears across locations to hunt down your next target. Along the way, recruit new allies with unique abilities to help accomplish your missions.• Create a fully customizable hideout for your growing shinobi league as you train your crew, craft new gear, interact with key characters, and choose your base’s layout, decorations, and accessories.
