🎮 Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows has been delayed from November 12, 2025 to February 14, 2025. This is significant for Ubisoft, which has been struggling financially.

🗓️ The delay is accompanied by changes:

• All players will access the game simultaneously on the new release date.
• Pre-order customers will receive the first expansion for free.
• The Ultimate Edition's early access feature has been removed.
• The game will launch on Steam on day one.

📝 Ubisoft's CEO, E's, internal memo suggests that the delay is acceptable due to potential success with Star Wars Outlaws. However, initial sales have been disappointing despite decent ratings.

🚀 The game's appeal is waning, as players feel the allure of the franchise has diminished. Ratings include 76 on Metacritic and around 4 out of 5 on various platforms.

🤔 E's addressed polarized comments about the games, emphasizing Ubisoft's commitment to creating games for a broad audience without pushing specific agendas.

🃏 A personal anecdote highlights a character named Markin in Star Wars Outlaws, who becomes an unexpected antagonist during gameplay, showcasing the potential for engaging character interactions.

💡 A suggestion for improving player engagement includes a "shitless system," allowing players to interact with NPCs in humorous and creative ways, enhancing the gaming experience.