Assassin’s Creed Shadows has stormed onto the scene, achieving a remarkable milestone by attracting over 1 million players within just 15 hours of its release. This latest installment from Ubisoft has quickly risen to become the top-selling game on Steam, surpassing recent hits like Monster Hunter Wilds and Split Fiction.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Opens To A Successful Launch

With Over 1 Million Players

Ubisoft proudly shared on the official Assassin’s Creed Shadows (AC Shadows) Twitter (X) account that the game hit the 1 million player mark in a mere 15 hours post-launch. This achievement underscores the game's strong appeal and the anticipation surrounding its release.

Currently, AC Shadows holds the title of the best-selling game on Steam. It boasts an all-time peak of 41,412 concurrent players, as reported by SteamDB, on March 20. The game has earned a "Very Positive" rating on Steam, with an impressive 82% of reviews being positive, reflecting the community's overall satisfaction.

However, at Game8, our review gave AC Shadows a score of 66 out of 100. While we appreciate the expansive world and high production values, we believe the game's mechanics could benefit from further refinement. Additionally, it marks a departure from the traditional Assassin’s Creed formula. For a deeper dive into our analysis, feel free to explore our full review below!