According to Ubisoft, Assassin's Creed Shadows will arrive on March 20, 2025, without any delays. The released timetable marks the conclusion of two previous pushbacks from November 15, 2024, to February 14, 2025, that eventually resulted in March 20, 2025, as the final release date. The extra game development period was necessary to merge player feedback to strengthen the overall gaming experience.

Unauthorized early access to the game has occurred in recent times. Per reports, multiple people managed to obtain physical copies before the official game launch, which resulted in unwanted gameplay footage and screenshot leaks. Ubisoft remains dedicated to controlling these breaches since they damage the experience for all players with upcoming activations.

Assassin's Creed Shadows introduces players with Naoe and Yasuke as their main characters; where Naoe represents a shinobi assassin from Iga Province, while Yasuke stands as the legendary African samurai. Many Assassin's Creed fans asked for this historical period, and Ubisoft delivers a realistic setting that showcases this crossroad of history.

Ubisoft also announced a joint official guide for the game and Piggyback Publishing ahead of its release. The comprehensive 400-page document presents strategic knowledge that allows players to conquer the vast game environment. Assassin's Creed Shadows will be available in standard and collector editions.

Players can pre-order Assassin's Creed Shadows through PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC. Players looking to begin their experience of this new game can obtain copies through pre-orders before its official launch date.

FAQs

What is the scheduled launch date for "Assassin's Creed Shadows"?

March 20, 2025.

Has the game experienced any delays?

The game has experienced two previous delays until the developers finalized March 20, 2025, as the official release date.

What is the setting of the game?

Feudal Japan, featuring characters Naoe and Yasuke.

Are pre-orders available?

The game allows pre-orders through various platforms at this time.