Assassin's Creed Shadows Reaches 2 Million Players in Record-Breaking Launch

Ubisoft's latest release outpaces Origins and Odyssey while addressing cultural concerns and receiving strong reviews.

Assassin's Creed Shadows surpassed 2 million players within two days, outperforming its predecessors Origins and Odyssey in launch engagement.
The game features two protagonists, Naoe and Yasuke, offering distinct gameplay styles that blend stealth and RPG mechanics in a feudal Japan setting.
Ubisoft addressed pre-launch cultural concerns, including shrine destruction, with a day-one patch making in-game artifacts indestructible.
Critics have praised the combat system as a return to the series' roots, though some have noted ongoing issues with voice acting and historical accuracy.
The decision to launch on Steam from day one contributed significantly to its success, with the game topping sales charts in multiple countries.