Ubisoft: Assassin's Creed Shadow Preorders Impress, Meet Odyssey's Success

Ubisoft confidently reports strong preorder numbers for Assassin's Creed Shadows despite setbacks. Their recent financial report indicates preorders are comparable to those of Assassin's Creed Odyssey, the franchise's second-best seller.

CEO Yves Guillemot emphasizes the company's dedication to the game's March 20th launch, citing positive early previews praising the narrative, immersive experience, and dual protagonist gameplay. He commends the development team's efforts in creating what he calls the franchise's most ambitious installment.

The game's release has been delayed twice, originally slated for November, then February 14th, and finally settling on March 20th. High expectations surround Assassin's Creed Shadows, not only as the long-awaited Japan-set entry and the first full Assassin's Creed game since 2020, but also as a crucial title for Ubisoft following recent underperforming releases and investor concerns.

The promotional period has faced challenges, including apologies for historical inaccuracies in the game's depiction of Japan and unauthorized use of a historical recreation group's flag. Further controversy arose from the removal of a "insensitive" collectible statue by PureArts. These issues, coupled with the delays, have led to growing fan impatience.