Originally slated for a November 15 release date during this year, Assassin’s Creed Shadows has now been delayed to February 14, 2025. This delay is part of Ubisoft’s strategy to ensure the game meets the high expectations of its fanbase and delivers a polished experience.
The decision to delay the release date of Assassin’s Creed Shadows comes in the wake of the underwhelming performance of Star Wars Outlaws, which did not meet the expectations of the company or the fans after its release last month. Ubisoft is taking this opportunity to refine Assassin’s Creed Shadows, ensuring it lives up to its potential as the largest entry in the franchise to date. The game promises a dual-protagonist adventure, featuring Naoe and Yasuke, each offering distinct gameplay styles that aim to enhance the player’s experience.
In addition to the delay, Ubisoft is making a major shift in its content delivery model. Departing from the traditional Season Pass approach, the company has decided that all players will have access to the game simultaneously on its new release date. Furthermore, those who preorder Assassin’s Creed Shadows will receive the first expansion at no additional cost. This move reflects Ubisoft’s commitment to a new player-centric approach, emphasizing accessibility and value for its community.
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Ubisoft’s Share Price Has Reached a 10-year Low Because of its “AAAA” Release, Star Wars OutlawsThe release of Assassin’s Creed Shadows will also mark a return to Steam for Ubisoft’s new titles, available from Day 1. This decision is likely to be well-received by the PC community. The Ubisoft launcher has been infamous in the community, and finally being able to switch to Steam should result in many more players getting the Ubisoft game than before.
Ubisoft also promised that Star Wars Outlaws won’t remain in the state it is currently in, as Ubisoft has plans to fix it up in time for the holiday season and its Steam release date on November 21, 2024.
