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Ubisoft announced that the upcoming Assassin’s Creed Shadows, set in feudal Japan, had been delayed until February 2025. The delay, according to staff and industry analysts, signals a "meltdown" within the company, with pre-orders reportedly extremely low. The game, which promised a rich, culturally immersive experience, faced issues such as graphic problems, questionable art direction, and alleged corporate mismanagement. Critics pointed out that the development process was marred by internal disarray and the company's apparent focus on workplace culture over product quality. The backlash culminated in discussions about the series' future and the impact of social and political considerations on creative integrity.