Ubisoft Delays Assassin’s Creed Shadows to 2025

Ubisoft has announced a delay for its upcoming title, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, pushing the release date to February 14, 2025. The game was originally scheduled to launch this year, but the company has decided to take more time to polish the experience. This announcement came after Ubisoft cancelled their planned appearance at the Tokyo Game Show and postponed early press previews, sparking speculation about the game’s development progress.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Faces Delay After Tokyo Game Show Cancellation

In a statement, Ubisoft cited “various circumstances” for cancelling its September 26 Tokyo Game Show appearance. Fans quickly started speculating that a delay might be in the works. The speculation was confirmed when Ubisoft announced the new release date and shared that they needed more time to “polish and refine” the game.

The delay also follows mixed reactions to another recent Ubisoft title, Star Wars Outlaws, which faced criticism due to technical issues. Ubisoft is keen on avoiding similar problems with Assassin’s Creed Shadows and aims to provide a smoother launch experience.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows will also debut on Steam alongside other platforms, marking a significant move for the franchise. Ubisoft has decided to forgo a traditional season pass model, opting instead to offer the first expansion for free to those who pre-order the game.

The decision to delay the game and make these changes reflects Ubisoft’s focus on quality. While this is disappointing for fans, the extra time should help ensure the game meets expectations.