Assassin’s Creed Shadows has soared to a remarkable launch, captivating over 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release. This impressive feat has propelled it to become the top-selling game on Steam, outshining other recent releases such as Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. Ubisoft proudly shared this milestone on the official Assassin’s Creed Shadows Twitter (X) account, highlighting the game's immediate success.
As of the latest data, AC Shadows has achieved an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players, as reported by SteamDB. The game's reception on Steam is overwhelmingly positive, earning a "Very Positive" tag with 82% of all reviews being favorable. This enthusiastic response from the community underscores the game's strong appeal despite some controversy.
However, our review at Game8 gave AC Shadows a score of 66 out of 100. We noted that while the game offers an expansive world with high production values, it requires further improvements in its mechanics and has strayed from the traditional Assassin’s Creed formula. For a deeper dive into our thoughts on Assassin’s Creed Shadows, be sure to check out our full review below!
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's announcement on the game's official Twitter (X) account confirmed that AC Shadows attracted over 1 million players within a mere 15 hours post-launch.
Currently, AC Shadows holds the coveted position of the top-selling game on Steam, surpassing recently launched titles like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. SteamDB data reveals that the game reached an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players on March 20. With 82% of reviews on Steam being positive, AC Shadows has earned a "Very Positive" rating, reflecting the community's strong approval.
At Game8, our review of AC Shadows scored it 66 out of 100. We found the game's expansive world and high production value commendable, yet pointed out the need for mechanical enhancements and noted its divergence from the series' established norms. For a comprehensive analysis, take a look at our detailed review below!
