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Assassin's Creed Shadows Sales Remain Strong Amid Controversy

Authore: PenelopeUpdate:May 19,2025

Assassin's Creed Shadows Controversy Does Little to Slow Down Sales

Assassin’s Creed Shadows reached over 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release, securing its position as the top-selling game on Steam. Dive deeper to explore the game's triumphant launch and the details of its day-one silent patch.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Opens To A Successful Launch

With Over 1 Million Players

Assassin’s Creed Shadows (AC Shadows) achieved a remarkable launch, hitting a significant milestone on its debut day. Ubisoft proudly shared via the game's official Twitter (X) account that AC Shadows attracted over 1 million players within the first 15 hours of availability.

Currently, AC Shadows holds the top spot on Steam's sales chart, surpassing newly launched titles like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. Data from SteamDB reveals that the game reached an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players on March 20. On Steam, AC Shadows boasts a "Very Positive" rating, with an impressive 82% of user reviews being positive.

However, our review at Game8 gave AC Shadows a score of 66 out of 100, citing the need for mechanical enhancements and a shift from the traditional Assassin’s Creed formula. Despite these critiques, the game offers a vast and beautifully crafted world. For a more detailed analysis, you can read our full review below!