Assassin's Creed Shadows' release is pushed back to March 2025. Ubisoft prioritizes incorporating player feedback to enhance the overall gaming experience. This article delves into the reasons behind the delay and Ubisoft's future plans.
Ubisoft Prioritizes Player Engagement
Assassin's Creed Shadows' launch has been rescheduled to March 20th, 2025, to integrate player feedback and deliver a superior, immersive experience. This marks the second delay; the initial 2024 release was shifted to February 14th, 2025, before this further postponement.
Ubisoft's official announcement on X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook highlights the value of community feedback received. While significant progress has been made, the additional time allows for complete implementation, promising a more engaging launch experience.
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot reinforced the commitment in a press release, emphasizing the ambition behind Assassin's Creed Shadows and the importance of incorporating three months' worth of player feedback to maximize the game's potential. The extra development time aims to conclude the year on a strong note.
The press release also revealed Ubisoft's strategic restructuring, including appointing advisors to explore options for maximizing stakeholder value. This follows underperformance of 2024 releases like Star Wars Outlaws and the early termination of XDefiant.
While the official reason focuses on player feedback, speculation suggests the delay might be a strategic response to the crowded February 2025 game release calendar, featuring titles such as Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Civilization VII, Avowed, and Monster Hunter Wilds. This delay could potentially garner greater attention for Assassin's Creed Shadows.
