Players eagerly diving into Assassin’s Creed Shadows have run into an unexpected and frustrating issue—random desynchronization warnings falsely accusing them of excessive civilian casualties. The bug has left many confused, as the game abruptly ejects them from their session for actions they never actually committed.
The Bug That’s Baffling Players
Reports across forums and social media suggest that players are getting hit with the warning out of nowhere. Some have encountered it after fast traveling, others while simply standing idle. A few have even reported being desynchronized immediately after respawning or jumping from a rooftop—without any civilian casualties in sight.
One player shared a viral clip on Reddit showcasing the issue, leading to widespread discussion. You can check out the post here: Reddit Discussion. Initially, some thought they may have accidentally harmed civilians in combat, but further testing confirmed the bug is seemingly random and completely unwarranted.
What’s Causing It?
Ubisoft has yet to confirm the root cause of the problem, but many suspect it’s related to the game’s NPC detection system. The game may be mistakenly flagging players for civilian kills that never actually occurred, leading to forced desynchronization. This isn’t the first time the Assassin’s Creed franchise has suffered from unusual desync bugs, but this one is proving particularly disruptive for players simply trying to enjoy the game.
Ubisoft Responds—But No Fix Yet
According to Ubisoft’s official bug tracker, the issue is affecting players across multiple platforms, with PC players seemingly experiencing it the most. The good news? Ubisoft is aware of the problem and is actively working on a fix. The bad news? There’s currently no timeline for when a patch will roll out. You can follow updates on Ubisoft’s bug tracker here: Ubisoft Bug Tracker.
For now, affected players are encouraged to report their experiences through Ubisoft’s official support channels to help expedite the fix. Until then, there’s no reliable workaround, meaning players will have to wait for an official update from the developers.
Have You Experienced This Bug?
Have you been hit by this frustrating desynchronization issue in Assassin’s Creed Shadows? Share your experience in the comments and let us know if you’ve found any temporary fixes! Stay tuned for updates as Ubisoft works toward a resolution.
