Assassin's Creed Shadows Sales Strong Despite Controversy

Assassin’s Creed Shadows achieved a remarkable milestone by reaching over 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release, securing its position as the top-selling game on Steam. Dive deeper to discover more about the game's triumphant launch and the 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 celebrated a stellar launch, quickly reaching over 1 million players just 15 hours after its release. Ubisoft proudly shared this achievement on the official AC Shadows Twitter (X) account, marking a significant milestone for the game.

Currently, AC Shadows leads the charts as the top-selling game on Steam, surpassing other recent hits like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. Data from SteamDB indicates that AC Shadows achieved 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.

While AC Shadows received a score of 66 out of 100 from Game8 due to some mechanics needing refinement and its deviation from the traditional Assassin’s Creed formula, it still offers a vast and beautifully crafted world. For a detailed analysis of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, be sure to read our comprehensive review below!