Ubisoft confirmed the preload and unlock times for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, which will launch on March 20, 2025. All players who use consoles or PC can officially schedule their preloads before the release date.

Preloading is available right now for Xbox Series X|S players, with the file size stands at around 107GB. PlayStation 5 players can begin preloading Assassins's Creed Shadows on March 18 at midnight, according to their local time. Players on PC with Ubisoft Connect will be able to start the preload at 4:00 PM UTC on March 17, whereas Steam users receive their preload access at 4:00 PM UTC on March 19.

Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 console users, as well as Ubisoft Connect, can unlock the game at their local midnight time on March 20. On the other hand, Steam users will face delayed access to the game starting at 9:00 AM PDT (12:00 PM EDT and 5:00 PM GMT) on the same day.

Special edition purchasers received a three-day planned early access duration before Ubisoft decided to abandon this feature upon delaying the game to 2025 for universal launch timing. The open world of Assassin's Creed Shadows presents Naoe and Yasuke as their twin protagonists throughout their 16th-century Japanese setting. The gameplay features stealth and action elements that deliver an intensive historical journey to players.

FAQs

When can Xbox players preload Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

Preloading is currently possible for Xbox Series X|S console players.

What is the preload size for PlayStation 5?

It will be around 107GB.

When does the game unlock on Steam?

March 20, 2025, at 9:00 AM PDT.

Was early access planned?

Early access was planned before the delay was announced, resulting in the program's cancellation.