Assassin’s Creed Shadows reached over 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release, solidifying its position as the top-selling game on Steam. Dive deeper to explore the game's triumphant launch and the day-one silent patch that accompanied it.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Opens To A Successful Launch
With Over 1 Million Players
Assassin’s Creed Shadows (AC Shadows) has achieved a remarkable launch, hitting a significant milestone right from day one. Ubisoft proudly shared on the official AC Shadows Twitter (X) account that the game attracted over 1 million players within a mere 15 hours of going live.
Currently, AC Shadows holds the top spot on Steam's sales chart, surpassing other newly released titles like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. Data from SteamDB indicates that AC Shadows reached 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.
At Game8, our review of AC Shadows resulted in a score of 66 out of 100. While we noted that the game's mechanics could benefit from further refinement and it deviates somewhat from the traditional Assassin’s Creed formula, it undeniably offers a vast and richly produced world. For a detailed analysis, be sure to read our full review of Assassin’s Creed Shadows below!
