
‘Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ Shatters Records: Second-Highest Selling Launch Day Title in Franchise History!
2025-03-24
Author: John Tan
Remarkable Achievement for the Franchise
In a remarkable achievement for the beloved franchise, Ubisoft's latest installment, “Assassin’s Creed Shadows,” has officially become the second-highest selling title at launch in the entire history of the series.
Record Activations
On Saturday, Ubisoft proudly announced that the action-packed game, set in the captivating backdrop of Feudal Japan, has surpassed an impressive 2 million activations within its opening day.
Positive Player Engagement
According to exclusive internal communications acquired by Variety, player engagement is soaring to 'record levels,' underscoring the game’s popularity among fans. Notably, the feedback collected from verified, moderated platforms indicates overwhelmingly positive reactions, especially mitigated from the usual review bombings associated with many high-profile releases.
Sales Revenue
While Ubisoft has not disclosed specific sales figures, an insider has confirmed that 'Shadows' has achieved the best Day 1 sales revenue for any “Assassin’s Creed” title since the breakthrough success of 2020’s “Valhalla.”
Cross-Platform Performance
Furthermore, this game marks the most successful Day 1 launch for any title on the PlayStation digital store, indicating a strong performance across platforms.
PC User Engagement
Diving deeper into the data, approximately 27% of total activations came from PC users, with Steam contributing notably to that number.
Concurrent Users Metric
As evidence of its rising popularity, “Shadows” has already eclipsed the all-time peak for concurrent users previously set by 2018’s “Odyssey,” showcasing its immediate appeal to both new and veteran players alike.
Launching Amidst Anticipation
As the 14th major entry in the hit action role-playing game series, “Assassin’s Creed Shadows” officially launched on March 20, following multiple delays that built anticipation among the gaming community.
Sophisticated Gameplay Mechanics
With sophisticated gameplay mechanics, stunning graphics, and a sweeping narrative that highlights the struggles of samurai and ninjas, it’s no wonder fans are flocking to experience this new chapter of the franchise.
Looking Ahead
As gamers delve into the sprawling world of “Shadows,” the question remains: Is this just the beginning for turbulent interactions in the rich tapestry of history? Stay tuned for inevitable expansions and updates that could reshape the landscape of the franchise once again!