The shadows were not dark enough. The hugely anticipated Assassin's Creed Shadows has sprung a leak on the Internet. This happened perhaps earlier than Ubisoft expected or wanted, or its fans. Just a couple of weeks before the official release on March 20, the game has gone out. Copies are reportedly flying about, and the buzz on the Internet has begun.
Game Copies in the Wild: Spoilers Are Emerging
Reports are emerging of physical copies of Assassin's Creed Shadows circulating already. They are even being sold on online marketplaces. Naturally, gameplay footage and details are now beginning to spread through social media and streaming platforms. Ubisoft apparently seeks to take them down, but digital content spreads quickly.
Ubisoft Officially States: "Avoid Spoilers"
Ubisoft has officially acknowledged the leak. In a statement on social media, they confirmed that they are "aware players have accessed 'Assassin's Creed Shadows' ahead of its official release." They clarified that the version currently circulating is not the final one. The development team is still pursuing patches to polish the launch experience. What is out now is not representative of the quality players will eventually get on March 20.
Ubisoft is not happy about this situation. They termed the leaks as "unfortunate." They appealed directly to the community. "We kindly ask you not to spoil the experience for others." It is a call to all fans asking that they consider allowing all to experience the world of Assassin's Creed Shadows the way it is intended.
The Rocky Path to Shadows
With this leak, the road has gotten more difficult for Assassin's Creed Shadows. The game's path has been somewhat challenging already. The game had been subjected to multiple delays. Some rather controversial and demanding discussions have arisen about certain aspects of the game since its announcement. With Ubisoft now citing lower-than-expected revenues, it is utterly crucial that Shadows becomes a success for them.
The Way Forward: Steer Clear of Spoilers
Despite the leak, Assassin's Creed Shadows is still on the horizon for the official release. For those eagerly looking ahead to being a samurai and shinobi in feudal Japan, the best thing to do for now seems to be to watch their step online. If you are hoping to go in blind on March 20, be extra careful with social media and forums. Avoid running into any unpleasant spoilers. Hopefully, this bump in the road will not stop the finished game from living up to everyone's expectations.
