Assassin’s Creed Shadows reached over 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release, cementing its position as the top-selling game on Steam. Dive in to discover more about 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 stormed onto the scene with a remarkable launch, hitting a significant milestone right out of the gate. Ubisoft proudly shared on AC Shadows' official Twitter (X) account that the game surpassed 1 million players within the first 15 hours of its release.
Currently, AC Shadows holds the title of the top-selling game on Steam, outperforming other recent hits like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. Data from SteamDB indicates that AC Shadows achieved an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players on March 20. The game has garnered a "Very Positive" rating on Steam, with an impressive 82% of reviews being positive.
Here at Game8, however, our review of AC Shadows awarded it a score of 66 out of 100. We noted that while the game offers an expansive world with high production values, its mechanics require further refinement and it represents a departure from the traditional Assassin’s Creed formula. For a deeper dive into our critique, be sure to check out our full review below!
