UPDATE 17:36 BST: In a twist that’s as surprising as finding a cupcake at a broccoli convention, an earlier version of this glamorous tale claimed an $80 price tag, courtesy of Ubisoft’s questionable math skills. Clarity is being requested, possibly via smoke signals.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows: A Switcheroo
After what feels like a millennium of nail-biting anticipation—perfect for those who chew their nails—Ubisoft has finally decided to confirm that “Assassin’s Creed Shadows” is strutting its stuff directly onto the Nintendo Switch 2. Yes, please retrieve those jaws from the floor.
This digital masterpiece is set to grace screens everywhere on December 2. What makes it even better than finding a twenty in a pair of jeans? Touch screen support! Because who doesn’t want to poke and swipe at their screen while trying to decipher complex maps, or navigate their “totally-not-sketchy” hideout?
“But wait, there’s more!” The Switch 2 edition comes packed with all the content updates from other systems, minus the tantalizing Claws of Awaji expansion. That particular gem is taking an extended vacation and won’t make its debut until sometime next year. So, for now, players can live with an incomplete puzzle—what’s a little existential dread amongst friends?
The Cost of Adventure
Prepare wallets for a charming encounter with reality: the Switch 2 edition will set gamers back $59.99 / £49.99, available in both physical (just like those poor dinosaurs in the fossil record) and digital formats. For the avid hoarder, there’s also a Game Key Card option. Plus, there’s a delightful little feature called cross-progression, enabled through Ubisoft Connect. This means that players can jump back onto the Switch 2 after dabbling on other platforms. Voilà, progress saved.
Wise Words from the Game God
Signs of a Coming Storm
The evidence trail for the Switch 2 version has been as clear as a sunlit day. It all began back in April when the PEGI website accidentally leaked its existence, shocking just about everyone who tracks lawsuit threats. Not long after, French retailer Auchan leaked a listing for the port, only to remove it faster than a ninja fleeing the scene. Talk about disappearing acts!
Players are suddenly warm to the idea of a Switch 2 port after the success of Ubisoft’s Star Wars Outlaws, which just got hailed as “solid”—a term usually reserved for brick walls and well-cooked meat. Early reviews of Assassin’s Creed Shadows have called it “much better than expected,” which is either a low bar to step over or an actual compliment. It’s a comforting band-aid on the glaring wound that Ubisoft has been nursing for years.
Final Thoughts
In summary, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is about to bless the Nintendo Switch 2 with its presence. Players can expect a rollercoaster adventure through the beautifully intricate world of ancient Japan without the giant cash sum that typically precedes such experiences. So, tighten those boots and prepare for all sorts of parkour antics; the land of shadows awaits!
