Assassin's Creed Shadows Sales Unaffected by Controversy

Assassin’s Creed Shadows reached over 1 million players within 15 hours of its release, making it the top-selling game on Steam. Read on to learn more about the game’s successful launch and 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) has celebrated a triumphant launch, swiftly reaching a remarkable milestone on its debut day. Ubisoft proudly shared via the game's official Twitter (X) account that AC Shadows amassed over 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release.

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 indicates that AC Shadows achieved an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players on March 20. The game enjoys a "Very Positive" rating on Steam, with 82% of user reviews being favorable.

At Game8, our review of AC Shadows awarded it a score of 66 out of 100, noting that while the game's mechanics could benefit from further refinement and it diverges from the traditional Assassin’s Creed formula, it still offers a vast and beautifully crafted world. For a deeper dive into our analysis of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, be sure to check out our full review below!