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Assassin's Creed Shadows Sales Surge Despite Controversy

by Elijah Apr 28,2025

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, solidifying its position as the top-selling game on Steam. Dive deeper to explore 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 achieved a remarkable launch, quickly reaching over 1 million players within 15 hours of its release. Ubisoft proudly shared this milestone on the official AC Shadows Twitter (X) account, celebrating the game's immediate popularity.

Currently, AC Shadows holds the top spot as the best-selling game on Steam, surpassing recent hits like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction. Data from SteamDB reveals that AC Shadows reached an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players on March 20. The game enjoys a "Very Positive" rating on Steam, with 82% of its reviews being positive.

While Game8 gave AC Shadows a score of 66 out of 100, citing the need for further improvements in its mechanics and a departure from the series' traditional formula, the game still offers a vast and richly detailed world. For a more detailed analysis, be sure to read our full review below!

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