Assassin’s Creed Shadows Release Time and Date
Get ready to embark on a thrilling time-traveling adventure with Assassin’s Creed: Shadows! Set against the evocative backdrop of feudal Japan, this highly anticipated installment is almost here. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the series, knowing the exact release schedule is essential for planning your play sessions.
The launch times differ by region and platform. Players who have pre-ordered the game on Xbox Series X|S can start downloading and preloading as early as March 4th. PC enthusiasts will find the preload available on March 17th, and PlayStation 5 users can begin on March 18th. This staggered timeline ensures you have plenty of time to prepare your system for the upcoming epic experience.
Below is a detailed breakdown of the release times across various key time zones:
| Timezone | Exact Release Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Tokyo (JST) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 19, 9pm JST Steam: March 20, 1pm JST Consoles: March 20, 12am JST |
| Seoul (KST) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 19, 9pm KST Steam: March 20, 1pm KST Consoles: March 20, 12am KST |
| Sydney (AEDT) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 19, 11pm AEDT Steam: March 20, 3pm AEDT Consoles: March 20, 12am AEDT |
| Shanghai (CST) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 19, 8pm CST Steam: March 20, 12am CST Consoles: March 20, 12am CST |
| Abu Dhabi (GST) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 20, 2am GST Steam: March 20, 8am GST Consoles: March 20, 12am GST |
| Johannesburg (SAST) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 20, 12am SAST Steam: March 20, 6am SAST Consoles: March 20, 12am SAST |
| Warsaw (CET) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 19, 11pm CET Steam: March 20, 5am CET Consoles: March 20, 12am CET |
| Paris (CET) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 19, 11pm CET Steam: March 20, 5am CET Consoles: March 20, 12am CET |
| London (GMT) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 19, 10pm GMT Steam: March 20, 4am GMT Consoles: March 20, 12am GMT |
| Sao Paulo (BRT) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 20, 1am BRT Steam: March 20, 1am BRT Consoles: March 20, 12am BRT |
| Montreal (EDT) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 20, 12am EDT Steam: March 20, 12am EDT Consoles: March 20, 12am EDT |
| New York (EDT) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 20, 12am EDT Steam: March 20, 12am EDT Consoles: March 20, 12am EDT |
| Mexico (CST) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 19, 10pm CST Steam: March 19, 10pm CST Consoles: March 20, 12am CST |
| Los Angeles (PDT) |
 Ubisoft Connect: March 19, 9pm PDT Steam: March 19, 9pm PDT Consoles: March 20, 12am PDT |
For those who have secured the Gold or Ultimate edition of Assassin’s Creed: Shadows or are subscribers to Ubisoft+ Premium, gameplay can commence on March 20th. Although an early release date was once offered, Ubisoft has now retracted that option. Instead, pre-order holders will enjoy exclusive early-access DLC content. To learn more about the various editions, please visit Assassin’s Creed Shadows Editions.
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