Overview

• Ubisoft's highly anticipated game, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, leaked online with gameplay footage and physical copies appearing on auction sites.
• The leaks occurred ahead of the official release date, which is set for March 20, after two prior delays from November 2024 and February 2025.
• Ubisoft expressed concern that the leaks could diminish player excitement and emphasized that the leaked content does not reflect the final quality of the game.
• Preorders for the game are reportedly strong, comparable to those of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, a major success in the franchise.
• The game, set in medieval Japan, is seen as a critical release for Ubisoft as the company seeks to improve its financial standing following recent challenges.