Assassin’s Creed Shadows Delayed To March 2025 to Implement Player Feedback

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's decision to postpone Assassin's Creed Shadows stems from a commitment to delivering a high-quality, immersive experience. The company acknowledged the valuable feedback received from the community and determined that additional development time is crucial to fully integrate this input. This ensures a more engaging launch experience.

Ubisoft's official announcement, shared across X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook, highlights the significant progress already made while emphasizing the need for a few extra weeks to refine the game.

Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot reinforced this commitment in a press release, emphasizing the ambition behind Assassin's Creed Shadows and the strategic decision to extend development. The extra month allows for comprehensive integration of player feedback, maximizing the game's potential and ensuring a strong finish to the year.

The press release also touched upon Ubisoft's broader restructuring efforts, including appointing advisors to explore strategic options for maximizing stakeholder value. This follows the underperformance of several 2024 releases, including Star Wars Outlaws and XDefiant.

While the official reason focuses on player feedback, speculation exists regarding the competitive game release landscape in February 2025. High-profile titles such as Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Civilization VII, Avowed, and Monster Hunter Wilds were all slated for February release, potentially prompting a strategic shift by Ubisoft to minimize competition.