Assassin's Creed Shadows Postponed to March 2025 for User Optimization

Assassin's Creed Shadows' release date has been shifted to March 20th, 2025, allowing Ubisoft to integrate player feedback and enhance the overall gaming experience. This follows a previous delay from its initial 2024 target to February 14th, 2025.

Ubisoft Prioritizes Player Engagement

Ubisoft's announcement, shared via X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook, emphasizes the value of community feedback received over recent weeks. The extra time will ensure a more polished and immersive launch experience.

Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot reinforced this commitment in a press release, highlighting the ambition behind Assassin's Creed Shadows and the decision to dedicate an additional month to development. This strategic move aims to fully realize the game's potential and conclude the year strongly.

The press release also mentioned Ubisoft's ongoing restructuring efforts, involving external advisors, to optimize operational efficiency and maximize value for stakeholders. This follows the underperformance of several 2024 releases, including Star Wars Outlaws and XDefiant.

While the official explanation focuses on incorporating player feedback, speculation suggests the delay might also be a strategic response to the crowded February 2025 game release calendar. High-profile titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Civilization VII, Avowed, and Monster Hunter Wilds are all launching in February, potentially prompting Ubisoft to reposition Shadows for greater visibility.