A Major Parkour Revamp
Perhaps the most significant change for gameplay purists is the overhaul to traversal. The patch introduces a 'Free Jump' toggle, a quality-of-life feature that gives you direct control over when Basim leaps. This is designed to eliminate those frustrating accidental jumps off high rooftops when you're just trying to climb down. Combined with new toggles for back and side ejects and a 'Modern' control preset, the update promises a more precise and responsive parkour system.
New Challenges and Replayability
For players who have already mastered Basim's journey, Update 1.1.0 adds 'Animus Sequences,' a new system for replaying missions. These aren't just simple repeats; they come with unique challenges and new rewards like Animus Mods. To ramp up the threat, two new difficulty settings—'Hardened Assassin' and 'Ultimate Assassin'—are being added, alongside a custom difficulty creator for tailoring the experience to your exact preference. New Tier 3 Tool Upgrades also provide more depth for your assassination builds.
How does the new Free Jump control work?
The 'Free Jump' toggle separates the 'parkour up' command from the 'jump' command. With it enabled, you'll no longer automatically leap from ledges just by holding the parkour button. Instead, you'll have a dedicated input for committing to a jump, providing a much more deliberate and controlled feel to navigating AlUla's cliffs and Baghdad's architecture.
What new activities are in AlUla?
The new AlUla region isn't just for the main story. It comes packed with its own set of world activities to discover. The release notes mention 'Stolen Goods' and 'Oud Melodies' as two new activity types, suggesting more secrets and side content to uncover as you explore the new landscape.
Overall, Title Update 1.1.0 is a massive free patch that addresses both content and core gameplay. The 'Valley of Memory' offers a compelling reason to revisit Basim's world, while the parkour and difficulty changes provide the depth and control that longtime fans of the series have been asking for.