"Assassin's Creed Shadows: Full Completion Estimated at 80 Hours"

Creative director Jonathan Dumont has shed light on the playtime expectations for Assassin's Creed Shadows, revealing 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, exploring all optional content could extend the experience by another 30 to 40 hours, culminating in a total playtime of around 80 hours. This detailed insight was shared during an interview with journalist Genki, offering fans a clear picture of the time commitment required to fully immerse themselves in the world of Shadows.

In earlier discussions, Dumont had compared Shadows to previous titles like Origins, Odyssey, and Valhalla. However, given the significant variance in length among these games, such comparisons were of limited use. Recognizing the challenges in quantifying the experience of an open-world game, Dumont clarified that Shadows is more aligned in scope with Assassin's Creed Origins. According to How Long To Beat, completing the main campaign of Origins takes about 30 hours, while a full completionist run can stretch to over 80 hours.

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For fans wary of excessively long games, Shadows seems to strike a more balanced approach. Valhalla, for instance, has faced criticism for its 60-hour main story and a potential total playtime of up to 150 hours when including all additional content. If Dumont's projections hold true, Shadows promises a more manageable yet fulfilling experience.

Mark your calendars—Assassin's Creed Shadows is set to launch on March 20th for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.