Ubisoft’s much-anticipated Assassin’s Creed Shadows will finally debut on Mac on March 20, 2025. The game, originally scheduled for November 2024, faced multiple delays before securing this launch date. Alongside Mac, players can access it on PC and major gaming consoles. Ubisoft will release the iPad version later.
A Historic Setting and Dual Protagonists
For the first time, Assassin’s Creed Shadows takes players to 16th-century feudal Japan. It features a dual-character system, letting players control both a Shinobi assassin and a legendary samurai. Each character has unique abilities and gameplay mechanics. This system blends stealth-based missions with intense combat, creating an engaging experience.
Ubisoft ensures historical accuracy, crafting authentic environments, architecture, and even minute details. Developers carefully matched the varnish on wooden structures to reflect the era.
Why This Release Matters for Mac Users
Unlike most AAA titles that launch first on consoles and PC, Assassin’s Creed Shadows will arrive on Mac at the same time. Ubisoft’s decision underscores its commitment to Apple’s gaming ecosystem. The game leverages Apple’s M-series chips, utilizing Metal 3 graphics technology, hardware-based ray tracing, and unified memory. These features deliver smooth performance on Mac.
Executive producer Marc-Alexis Côté described bringing the game to Mac as a “longtime dream.” He praised Apple’s hardware advancements for enabling console-quality gameplay on macOS.
Pre-Orders and Pricing
Ubisoft has listed the game on the Mac App Store for $69.99. Currently, it holds a “Coming Soon” label. After launch, Mac players can explore stunning landscapes, dynamic weather effects, and richly detailed environments designed for next-gen hardware.
The Future of Gaming on Mac
Ubisoft’s choice to launch Assassin’s Creed Shadows on Mac signals a positive shift for Apple’s gaming ecosystem. Apple’s investment in high-performance chips and gaming technology could attract more AAA titles to Mac with fewer delays.
Fans eagerly await March 20, when they can finally dive into one of Ubisoft’s most ambitious Assassin’s Creed games.
