Assassin's Creed Shadows Hits 2 Million Players in 48 Hours

Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows has made headlines with its impressive player milestone record, amassing 2 million players just two days after its launch on March 20. This significant figure surpasses the launch numbers of previous titles, Assassin's Creed Origins and Odyssey, signaling a strong reception from fans. The game has become the best-selling title on Steam, marking Ubisoft's return to the platform after an extended exclusivity period with the Epic Games Store. Additionally, Shadows has achieved a peak of 58,894 concurrent players on Steam, positioning it among the top 30 most-played games on the service. User reviews are overwhelmingly positive, rating it as a solid improvement within the franchise's open-world formula and earning an 8/10 from critics.

Since its release, Assassin's Creed Shadows has reached 2 million players within just two days, making it the fastest-selling title in the franchise's history. It has also surpassed the launch statistics of previous entries like Origins and Odyssey, and currently holds the title of best-selling game on Steam.

Assassin's Creed Shadows is set in feudal Japan, a setting that has generated enthusiasm among fans for its unique cultural backdrop. Ubisoft faced immense pressure to succeed following previous missteps and the disappointing performance of games like Star Wars Outlaws. Controversies surrounding the game have also emerged, particularly regarding in-game representations of Japanese temples, prompting Ubisoft to implement a day-one patch to address concerns raised by Japanese politicians.