Creative director Jonathan Dumont has shed light on the anticipated playtime for Assassin's Creed Shadows, revealing in an interview with journalist Genki that completing the core narrative will take players approximately 30 to 40 hours. For those eager to delve into every nook and cranny of the game, an additional 30 to 40 hours of optional content awaits, pushing the total playtime to around 80 hours.
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Dumont initially compared Shadows to earlier titles like Origins, Odyssey, and Valhalla, but recognizing the significant differences in game length, he later refined his comparison to emphasize a closer alignment with Origins. According to data from How Long To Beat, Origins requires about 30 hours for the main campaign and can extend to 80 hours for completionists, suggesting a similar scope for Shadows.
For fans wary of overly long games, Shadows seems poised to offer a more balanced experience. Valhalla, for instance, has faced criticism for its lengthy 60-hour main story and a potential 150-hour total when including all side content. If Dumont's estimates hold true, Shadows promises a more manageable yet still enriching gameplay experience.
Mark your calendars—Assassin's Creed Shadows is set to launch on March 20th for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
