Assassin’s Creed Shadows Faces Another Delay as Ubisoft Seeks Profit

Details of the Delay

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is once again being delayed, with Ubisoft citing the need to create a "quality day-one experience" in order to maximize profits. Despite the game being feature-complete, the release date has been pushed back to March 20, 2025, from the original date of November 12, 2024.

Reasons Behind the Delay

The decision to delay the game was made to refine key features and incorporate player feedback gathered over the past few months. Ubisoft aims to engage closely with the Assassin’s Creed community and ensure a successful launch on Steam.

Financial Challenges for Ubisoft

Ubisoft has faced financial losses in recent years, including failed investments in NFT and AI-based games. The closure of XDefiant, a hero shooter launched in May 2024, further added to the company's challenges.

Strategic Options on the Table

CEO Yves Guillemot has appointed advisors to explore strategic and capitalistic options to maximize value for stakeholders. The possibility of selling Ubisoft or parts of the company to a third-party has not been ruled out.

Potential Acquisition Rumours

Rumours have circulated about a potential bid from gaming giant Tencent for Ubisoft, but no concrete developments have been reported. Guillemot has assured investors that any transaction will be disclosed in accordance with regulations.

It is common for companies to delay game releases to secure a less competitive launch window, with March being identified as a more favorable time for Assassin’s Creed Shadows to hit the market.