Assassin Creed Shadows’ Reaches 64,825 Player Peak, Crushes Odyssey and Origin's Records
Discover how many people played Assassin’s Creed Shadows at launch and its record player numbers across platforms. Photo by: Steam
A Strong Start for AC Shadows
When Assassin’s Creed Shadows launched on March 20, it brought in over one million players on day one, and reached 2 million players in just two days a swift and impressive start for the series. These player counts include both direct purchases and those accessing the game through Ubisoft+ subscriptions.
Record-Breaking Steam Numbers
On Steam, this new entry made history. Its peak concurrent player count hit 41,412 on launch day and climbed to 64,825 during its first weekend, making it the most simultaneously played game in the Assassin’s Creed series on that platform. This beats out previous titles like Origins, Odyssey, Valhalla, and Mirage.
Why These Numbers Shine Bright
These numbers are not just stats or graphs, they mark the popularity and strong interest in Assassin Creed Shadows. Reaching a record of 2 million players quickly shows Ubisoft reinvested excitement around the legacy. As for Steam, it is breaking all its previous records confirming Assassin Creed Shadows grabbed gamers' attention like few others.
What the Numbers Tell Us Overall
Even though Steam shows impressive figures, it's only part of the picture. Many players may have played on consoles or via Ubisoft’s own launcher or subscription service. Still, the overall numbers suggest AC Shadows is one of the most successful Assassin’s Creed releases ever second only to Valhalla in initial sales, yet arguably stronger in terms of player engagement .