A new YouTube video tests Assassin’s Creed Shadows using Nvidia’s DLSS 5 on an RTX 5080 at 1440p, according to its listing on YouTube. That’s the only detail we can confirm right now. The source doesn’t provide any frame-rate figures, image-quality comparisons, or settings, so we can’t share performance numbers.
The video arrives as DLSS 5 access faces some scrutiny. Smartprix reports that you can’t use DLSS 5 in NBA 2K27 without an RTX 50 series GPU. If this restriction holds true, the RTX 5080 used in the Ubisoft test is the kind of hardware that DLSS 5 requires.
Choosing a 1440p resolution makes sense. It’s a common target for enthusiast cards, and it shows what an RTX 5080 owner can expect without the overhead of 4K. Without the video’s data, we can’t really say how DLSS 5 stacks up against earlier versions in this game.
Shadows launched on March 20, 2025, from Ubisoft. It has remained in the spotlight thanks to post-launch content, including an Attack on Titan crossover that received criticism for its cutscene quality, and a summer roadmap that introduced a Real Madrid crossover. A DLSS 5 showcase would provide a technical highlight to this series of updates.
Be cautious with the pricing info we have. Our feed lists the game at $0.49 on Steam, which likely reflects a data error or an unverified promotion for a 2025 release. It’s best to check the live Steam page before making a purchase.
| Release date | March 20, 2025 |
| Developer / Publisher | Ubisoft / Ubisoft Entertainment |
| Test configuration (per video title) | DLSS 5, RTX 5080, 1440p |
| Steam price in our data | $0.49 (unverified) |
| Community signals tracked | 10 (overall mostly negative) |
Community Pulse: Player sentiment around the game remains mostly negative, with complaints focused on monetization instead of graphics. One Steam reviewer cautioned: “If you hunt to get 100% completions, prepare to shell out $90 USD in dlc to get the last achievement.” This same review appeared repeatedly in our sentiment data. Better upscaling won’t fix that issue.
What To Watch
- Measured results: Keep an eye out for frame-time data and image-quality comparisons from sources that provide full benchmarks, since the video title alone doesn’t reveal much.
- DLSS 5 hardware requirements: Watch if Nvidia and publishers restrict it to RTX 50 GPUs, as indicated by the NBA 2K27 report.
- Official support: Check if Ubisoft or Nvidia confirm DLSS 5 in Shadows through patch notes or a roadmap update.
Marcus Webb
Marcus Webb covers esports, competitive gaming, and community stories for Explosion.com. A former semi-professional Counter-Strike player, Marcus transitioned to journalism 5 years ago and has since covered major tournaments including The International, League of Legends Worlds, and the Valorant Champions Tour. He brings a player's perspective to competitive gaming coverage and is known for his data-driven analysis of player performance and meta shifts.
