Assassin's Creed Shadows' release date has been shifted to March 20th, 2025, to incorporate player feedback and enhance the overall gaming experience. This follows a previous delay from its initial 2024 target. Read on for details.
Ubisoft Prioritizes Player Engagement
Ubisoft announced the delay on X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook, stating the need for additional time to integrate community feedback for a more impactful and immersive launch experience. This marks the second postponement for the title, initially slated for February 14th, 2025.
In a press release, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot emphasized the commitment to delivering the most ambitious Assassin's Creed game yet. The extra development time will allow for better integration of player feedback received over the past three months. This strategic move aims to ensure a strong finish to the year.
The press release also revealed Ubisoft's appointment of advisors to explore strategic and financial options to maximize value for stakeholders. This restructuring initiative aims to improve player experiences, operational efficiency, and overall value creation. This follows underperformance of 2024 releases like Star Wars Outlaws and the premature closure of XDefiant.
While the official reason cited is player feedback integration, speculation suggests the delay might be a strategic response to the crowded February 2025 game release calendar. High-profile titles such as Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Civilization VII, Avowed, and Monster Hunter Wilds are all launching in February, potentially prompting Ubisoft to reposition Assassin's Creed Shadows for greater visibility.
