In an unexpected turn of events, gameplay footage and streams of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* have surfaced across various platforms, a full month before its scheduled release on March 20, 2025. This latest leak has sent ripples through the gaming community and put Ubisoft in the spotlight once again for premature exposure of its highly anticipated title.
The leaks emerged as images and gameplay appeared on the GamingLeaksandRumours subreddit, where users discussing the breach claim the game was obtained via online marketplaces. This finding was corroborated by listings on a U.S. auction site, with copies reportedly being sold for $100, as noted by TheGamer.
Despite efforts by platforms like Twitch to remove the illicit streams, the game continues to appear across the internet, adding to Ubisoft’s growing list of challenges surrounding the release. These leaks raise significant concerns for the developers, who have already navigated a series of hurdles during the promotional phase of Shadows.
Since its announcement, *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* has encountered a rocky development journey, with delays pushing its original release from November to the current March date. Despite these setbacks, Ubisoft remains optimistic about the game’s success. The company’s latest financial report indicates that preorders are “tracking solidly” alongside those of *Assassin’s Creed Odyssey*, a sentiment echoed by CEO Yves Guillemot, who praises the game’s dual protagonist approach and narrative depth.
As Ubisoft steadies itself against this premature reveal, the stakes are high. Not only does Shadows promise to be the franchise’s most ambitious entry yet, but its performance is crucial for Ubisoft following recent missteps and investor unrest. The role of *Assassin’s Creed Shadows* is pivotal, both as a long-awaited installment set in Japan and as a potential lifeline for a publisher struggling to regain its footing in the industry.
Fans and critics alike are poised to see how Ubisoft navigates these turbulent waters leading up to the official launch, a journey that has become almost as captivating as the game itself.
*Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.*