"Assassin's Creed Shadows Sales Robust Despite Controversy"

Assassin’s Creed Shadows has stormed onto the gaming scene with a remarkable launch, achieving over 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release. This impressive feat has propelled it to the top of the sales charts on Steam, outpacing recent hits like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction.

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 game's official Twitter (X) account that AC Shadows reached the 1 million player mark in a mere 15 hours post-launch.

Currently, AC Shadows holds the position of the top-selling game on Steam. It has also achieved an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players, as reported by SteamDB on March 20. The game enjoys a "Very Positive" rating on Steam, with 82% of the reviews being positive, reflecting the community's overall satisfaction.

However, at Game8, our review of AC Shadows gave it a score of 66 out of 100. This rating reflects our observations that while the game offers an expansive world with high production values, its mechanics could benefit from further refinement. Additionally, AC Shadows marks a departure from the traditional Assassin’s Creed formula, which has sparked varied reactions among fans. For a deeper dive into our critique, feel free to explore our full review below!