A month ahead of its release, Assassin's Creed Shadows found its way into the hands of users and Ubisoft wants to caution fans that recently-shared footage of the game doesn't represent the final version. Various controversies have plagued the latest installment in the storied open-world franchise since its reveal, but the recent leak may be the worst incident yet. With players already streaming Shadows online, the developer is forced to conduct damage control as many fans aren't satisfied with the unapproved footage.
Posting to the official Assassin's Creed Reddit, Ubisoft confirmed that the development team is still working on gameplay patches to "prepare the experience for launch." The message goes on to reassure players that any footage shared online "does not represent the final quality of the game," lamenting the damage that leaks can have on a product's marketing and the community's excitement. The message concludes with a plea not to spoil Shadows for other players, reminding fans that they have less than a month to wait for the game's launch.
While some Assassin's Creed fans may leap at an opportunity to check out early gameplay of Shadows, leaks can indeed have an extremely negative impact on a...
