Assassin's Creed Shadows Sales Remain Strong Amid Controversy

Assassin’s Creed Shadows reached over 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release, cementing its status as the top-selling game on Steam. Dive deeper to explore the game's triumphant launch and the day-one silent patch that accompanied it.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Opens To A Successful Launch

With Over 1 Million Players

Assassin’s Creed Shadows (AC Shadows) has achieved a remarkable launch, hitting a significant milestone on its debut day. Ubisoft proudly shared on the official AC Shadows Twitter (X) account that the game surpassed 1 million players within a mere 15 hours of going live.

Currently, AC Shadows holds the top spot on Steam's sales chart, outperforming other recently released titles like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. Data from SteamDB indicates that AC Shadows reached an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players on March 20. The game enjoys a "Very Positive" rating on Steam, with 82% of user reviews being positive.

However, at Game8, AC Shadows scored a 66 out of 100. This rating reflects our view that while the game offers an expansive world with high production values, its mechanics could benefit from further refinement, and it diverges somewhat from the traditional Assassin’s Creed formula. For a detailed analysis, be sure to read our full review below!