Assassin’s Creed Shadows Leaks Early – Gameplay, Spoilers, and Ubisoft’s Response

Ubisoft’s upcoming title, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, has leaked ahead of its official release, with gameplay footage and images spreading online despite the company’s takedown efforts.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Copies Found on Facebook Marketplace?

According to Twitter user @DannyStevens__, physical copies of Assassin’s Creed Shadows were reportedly being sold on Facebook Marketplace.

While Insider Gaming couldn’t verify these listings on the UK marketplace, Stevens provided images showing the game’s physical case, install screen, and in-game snapshots. However, these images were quickly deleted, further fueling speculation.

Leaked Assassin’s Creed Shadows Gameplay Reveals Dual Protagonists

A Reddit thread has surfaced showcasing early gameplay footage of Assassin’s Creed Shadows. You can check it out here.

According to the leaks, the game features two main protagonists:

• Yasuke – An African samurai
• Naoe – A skilled female shinobi seeking revenge

The story unfolds during Oda Nobunaga’s era, with players reportedly controlling Yasuke for the first nine hours before transitioning to Naoe. This dual-character structure delivers a cinematic, stealth-focused experience, with Akechi Mitsuhide aiding Naoe on her journey.

Ubisoft Strikes Back – DMCA Takedowns in Full Swing

In response to the leaks, Ubisoft is actively issuing DMCA takedowns to remove unauthorized content. Despite their best efforts, gameplay and images continue to circulate across social media platforms. If you want to avoid spoilers, it’s best to tread carefully online until the game’s official release.

Why Did Assassin’s Creed Shadows Leak So Early?

Typically, physical game copies leak just days before launch. However, Assassin’s Creed Shadows surfaced much earlier—suggesting that physical production may have been completed before Ubisoft’s delay announcement.

Marc-Alexis Côté, one of the game’s developers, previously explained the delay:

“Since November, we’ve been thrilled to share our progress through gameplay overviews, and the overwhelming excitement has truly inspired us. Each week has brought valuable feedback from our community. While we’ve already made remarkable strides, we believe a few additional weeks are needed to implement that feedback and ensure an even more ambitious and engaging day-one experience.”

What to Expect from Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Ubisoft promises enhanced stealth mechanics and cinematic motion-captured cutscenes to deliver a deeply immersive experience.

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