Assassin’s Creed Shadows has soared to a remarkable launch, reaching over 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release. This impressive milestone underscores the game's strong appeal and has propelled it to become the top-selling game on Steam. Dive in to explore the details of this successful launch and the game's 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 achieved a stellar launch, captivating over 1 million players within a mere 15 hours of hitting the shelves. Ubisoft proudly shared this achievement on the game's official Twitter (X) account, highlighting the game's immediate impact.
Currently, AC Shadows reigns as the top-selling title on Steam, outpacing other recently launched popular games such as Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. According to SteamDB, the game reached an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players on March 20. The overwhelmingly positive reception is reflected in its "Very Positive" rating on Steam, with an impressive 82% of all reviews being positive.
However, at Game8, our review of AC Shadows awarded it a score of 66 out of 100. This rating reflects concerns over certain mechanics that require further refinement and the game's departure from the traditional Assassin’s Creed formula. Despite these critiques, AC Shadows delivers an expansive world with high production values. For a deeper dive into our assessment, feel free to check out our full review below!
