Assassin's Creed Shadows Surpasses One Million Players on Launch Day
The latest installment in the Assassin's Creed series has seen incredible success, exceeding one million players shortly after its launch.
Summary
- Assassin’s Creed Shadows surpassed one million players on its launch day.
- The game outperformed prior entries in the series after much anticipation and multiple delays.
- Its success might signify a positive turn for Ubisoft following their recent underwhelming releases.
The highly anticipated Assassin’s Creed Shadows launched on March 20, 2025, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The game enables players to experience a fascinating Feudal Japan setting featuring dual protagonists, a samurai named Yasuke and a shinobi known as Naoe. Following the launch, Shadows received an average score of 81 on OpenCritic. The title offers players an immersive story and gameplay that has quickly attracted over a million players, as indicated by their recent tweet.
This milestone heightens hopes for Ubisoft, particularly after a disappointing year prior with titles such as Star Wars Outlaws and XDefiant not meeting the expected success levels. As the game’s momentum continues, its long-term viability will be crucial for the studio’s future amidst takeover discussions.
