Ubisoft has announced that Assassin's Creed Shadows has officially surpassed five million players worldwide, just four months after its highly anticipated launch. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the franchise's first foray into feudal Japan, offering players an immersive historical experience through its dual protagonist system.

Following a challenging period for Ubisoft that included the disappointing performance of Star Wars Outlaws, Assassin's Creed Shadows emerged as a crucial success for the publisher. The game attracted one million players within its first 24 hours, demonstrating strong initial interest despite pre-release controversies. This launch performance ranks as the second most successful in franchise history, trailing only behind 2020's Assassin's Creed Valhalla.

Ubisoft recently shared fascinating player statistics through an official X (formerly Twitter) post. The data reveals that across five million players, there have been two billion stealth kills executed and over one billion kilometers traversed in the game's expansive rendition of feudal Japan. Perhaps most endearingly, players have pet approximately 38 million virtual animals throughout their adventures.

The game's continued success has been bolstered by Ubisoft's ongoing support. A recent major update introduced new narrative content and an additional ally character, while the first expansion, Claws of Awaji, is scheduled for release later this year. Ubisoft has also teased imminent updates, giving fans more reasons to revisit the game's rich historical setting.

While the five million figure represents players rather than direct sales (as the game is available through Ubisoft+ Premium), the company's latest financial reports indicate strong commercial performance. This success comes at a pivotal moment for Ubisoft, demonstrating the enduring appeal of the Assassin's Creed franchise when delivering fresh historical settings and innovative gameplay systems.

The game's critical reception has been generally positive, with an average score of 81/100 on OpenCritic and 82% of critics recommending the title. Available across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms, Assassin's Creed Shadows continues Ubisoft's tradition of blending historical fiction with action-adventure gameplay, now set against the visually stunning backdrop of feudal Japan.