{"id":17895,"date":"2024-10-22T16:44:34","date_gmt":"2024-10-22T16:44:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/igamemag.com\/assassins-creed-shadows-early-access-canceled-ubisoft-confirms-the-end\/"},"modified":"2024-12-19T15:46:37","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T15:46:37","slug":"assassins-creed-shadows-early-access-canceled-ubisoft-confirms-the-end","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/igamemag.com\/en-gb\/assassins-creed-shadows-early-access-canceled-ubisoft-confirms-the-end\/","title":{"rendered":"Assassin\u2019s Creed Shadows Early Access Canceled \u2013 Ubisoft Confirms the End"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/spcdn.shortpixel.ai\/spio\/ret_img+q_cdnize+to_auto+s_webp:avif+p_h\/igamemag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Assassins-Creed-Shadows-early-access-canceled-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Assassin's Creed Shadows early access canceled\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In a surprising move, Ubisoft has officially canceled the early access period for <em>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Shadows<\/em>. This decision affects all players who pre-ordered the game&#8217;s highly anticipated Collector&#8217;s Edition. Ubisoft confirmed the news on the official <em>Assassin&#8217;s Creed<\/em> Discord, leaving fans disappointed as the special early access perk is no longer available.<\/p>\n<h2>Ubisoft Cancels Early Access for All Players<\/h2>\n<p>The <em>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Shadows early access canceled<\/em> announcement comes just after Ubisoft had previously delayed the release date. Originally, those who pre-ordered the Collector&#8217;s Edition were promised three days of early access to the game before the general release. However, according to a post from a Ubisoft community developer, Ubi-RealDude, this early access privilege has been completely scrapped.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;There is no early access for <em>AC Shadows<\/em> anymore,&#8221; Ubi-RealDude confirmed on Discord. All players, regardless of their pre-order status, will now get access to the game on its new release date of 14 February 2025. This means that everyone will experience the game simultaneously, which eliminates any exclusive head-start for those who bought the premium edition.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/spcdn.shortpixel.ai\/spio\/ret_img+q_cdnize+to_auto+s_webp:avif+p_h\/igamemag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Assassins-Creed-Shadows-early-access-canceled-2-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Assassin's Creed Shadows early access canceled\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Season Pass Cancelation and Updated Collector&#8217;s Edition<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to the <em>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Shadows early access canceled<\/em> news, Ubisoft has also confirmed that the planned Season Pass for the game has been officially canceled. This follows a previous announcement in which Ubisoft explained its decision to move away from the traditional season pass model.<\/p>\n<p>Instead, Ubisoft promises that all players will be able to enjoy the first expansion of the game for free, regardless of their pre-order status. This update was well-received by fans who were concerned about the extra cost of future expansions.<\/p>\n<p>Ubisoft has also adjusted the pricing of the Collector&#8217;s Edition. Previously listed for $279.99 at GameStop, the price has been reduced to $229.99 to reflect the changes in content. Though the game&#8217;s physical bonuses remain intact, the loss of early access and the season pass will come as a disappointment to those who paid a premium for the edition.<\/p>\n<h2>Fans React to Ubisoft&#8217;s Decision<\/h2>\n<p>The <em>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Shadows early access canceled<\/em> announcement has sparked mixed reactions from fans. While some are pleased that the playing field will be even on launch day, others are upset that one of the key features they paid for has been taken away.<\/p>\n<p>One fan commented, &#8220;I was really looking forward to playing early. It feels like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ubisoft.com\/en-gb\/\">Ubisoft<\/a><\/strong> is taking away something we were promised.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Despite the frustration, Ubisoft&#8217;s decision reflects a broader trend within the gaming industry, as developers move away from offering early access and season passes in favor of more inclusive launch strategies.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/spcdn.shortpixel.ai\/spio\/ret_img+q_cdnize+to_auto+s_webp:avif+p_h\/igamemag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Assassins-Creed-Shadows-early-access-canceled-1-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Assassin's Creed Shadows early access canceled\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>What&#8217;s Next for Assassin&#8217;s Creed Shadows?<\/h2>\n<p>As Ubisoft gears up for the 14 February release, the company promises more information on the game&#8217;s expansions and post-launch content soon. The cancellation of early access and the season pass marks a significant shift in how Ubisoft handles premium editions, but the company remains committed to delivering a robust experience to all players.<\/p>\n<p>With the <em>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Shadows early access canceled<\/em>, fans will need to wait a little longer for their next stealth adventure. 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