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, solidifying its position as the top-selling game on Steam. Dive deeper to discover more about the game's triumphant launch and the intriguing day-one silent patch.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Opens To A Successful Launch

With Over 1 Million Players

Assassin’s Creed Shadows (AC Shadows) has stormed the gaming world with a successful launch, achieving a remarkable milestone on its debut day. Ubisoft proudly shared on AC Shadows’ official Twitter (X) account that the game attracted over 1 million players in just 15 hours post-launch.

Currently, AC Shadows reigns as the top-selling game on Steam, surpassing recently released hits like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. SteamDB reports that AC Shadows hit an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players on March 20. The game enjoys a "Very Positive" rating on Steam, with an impressive 82% of reviews being positive.

At Game8, our review of AC Shadows gave it a score of 66 out of 100. While we noted that the game's mechanics require further refinement and it strays from the series' traditional formula, it still offers a vast, beautifully crafted world. For a detailed look at our critique of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, feel free to check out our full review below!