Ubisoft has announced another delay for its upcoming title, Assassin’s Creed Shadows. Initially scheduled for a February 2025 release, the game will now launch on March 20, 2025. This marks the second postponement for the game, initially set to debut in November 2024.
The decision was made to incorporate feedback from players engaging with early game builds over the past few months. Ubisoft stated that this additional time will help ensure the final product meets fans’ expectations and aligns with the studio’s vision for the franchise.
In a statement, Ubisoft explained:
“The additional development time will allow us to better incorporate the player feedback gathered over the past three months and help create the best conditions for launch by continuing to engage closely with the increasingly positive Assassin’s Creed community.”
When the first delay was announced, Ubisoft made waves by altering its traditional approach to game launches. The company eliminated early access perks and moved away from its typical season pass model. Instead, it offered a free first expansion to all players pre-ordered the game.
At the time, Ubisoft expressed confidence that the November-to-February delay would be sufficient. However, recent feedback and internal assessments prompted the studio to take an extra month to refine the game further.
Yves Guillemot, Ubisoft’s Co-Founder and CEO, reinforced the company’s commitment to delivering a high-quality experience:
“We are all behind our teams’ efforts to create the most ambitious Assassin’s Creed opus of the franchise and made the decision to provide an extra month of development to Shadows in order to better incorporate the player feedback gathered over the past three months. This will enable us to fully deliver on the potential of the game and finish the year on a strong note.”
Fans of the franchise have expressed mixed reactions to the news. While some are disappointed by the extended wait, others appreciate the studio’s decision to prioritize quality over rushing the game to market. Recent previews have shown promise, but the added development time will hopefully address lingering concerns and polish key gameplay elements.
