Assassin’s Creed Shadows has achieved a remarkable launch, surpassing 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release. This impressive milestone underscores the game's widespread appeal and has propelled it to become the top-selling game on Steam. Dive deeper to discover more about the successful debut of Assassin’s Creed Shadows and its day-one silent patch.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Opens To A Successful Launch
With Over 1 Million Players
Assassin’s Creed Shadows (AC Shadows) has not only met but exceeded expectations with its launch. Ubisoft proudly shared on the official AC Shadows Twitter (X) account that the game hit over 1 million players within a mere 15 hours post-launch.
Currently, AC Shadows holds the title of the top-selling game on Steam, outpacing recent hits like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. Data from SteamDB reveals an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players on March 20. The game enjoys a "Very Positive" rating on Steam, with an impressive 82% of reviews being positive.
While Game8 gave AC Shadows a score of 66 out of 100, citing areas in mechanics that require further refinement and a departure from the series' traditional formula, the game still offers a vast and visually stunning world. For a comprehensive look at our review of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, feel free to explore our detailed analysis below!