Ubisoft's highly anticipated new Assassin's Creed title, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, set in feudal Japan, has been delayed yet again. Initially scheduled for release on February 14, 2025, the game’s launch has now been pushed back to March 20, 2025. This delay reflects the challenges Ubisoft has faced in its development process amid a turbulent period for the company.

Why Was Assassin’s Creed Shadows Delayed?

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According to Ubisoft, the delay was made to enhance the game’s quality and improve the player experience. Following the underwhelming reception of Star Wars Outlaws, the company is taking extra measures to ensure Assassin’s Creed Shadows meets expectations. The game had already been postponed from its original launch window in November 2024 to February 2025, and now it faces yet another one-month delay.

A Challenging Release Window

The new release date of March 20, 2025, places Assassin’s Creed Shadows in a highly competitive timeframe. Major titles like Sid Meier’s Civilization VII, Avowed, and Monster Hunter Wilds are all slated to debut around the same time. This crowded window could pose significant challenges for the game’s market performance.

Platforms and Expectations

Despite the delays, Assassin’s Creed Shadows will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Fans are eager to see how Ubisoft utilizes this additional development time to refine the game. The true test will come when players finally get their hands on the game on March 20, 2025.

Stay tuned for more updates on Assassin’s Creed Shadows as its release approaches. Will this extra time be enough to make the game shine amidst fierce competition? Only time will tell!