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

Creative director Jonathan Dumont has shed light on the anticipated playtime for Assassin's Creed Shadows, revealing that completing the core narrative will take approximately 30 to 40 hours. For those eager to delve into every nook and cranny of the game's world, an additional 30 to 40 hours of optional content awaits, culminating in a total of about 80 hours of gameplay. This insight, shared during an interview with journalist Genki, offers fans a clear picture of the time commitment involved in fully experiencing the game.

Dumont initially compared Shadows to earlier titles such as Origins, Odyssey, and Valhalla. However, given the substantial differences in game length among these titles, the comparison was not particularly helpful. Recognizing the challenges of estimating time in open-world games, Dumont later clarified that Shadows is more aligned in scope with Assassin's Creed Origins. According to the website How Long To Beat, Origins requires around 30 hours for the main campaign, and up to 80 hours for those aiming for completion.

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For fans wary of excessively long games, Shadows seems to offer a more balanced experience. In contrast, Valhalla has faced criticism for its 60-hour main story and a potential total of 150 hours when including all content. If Dumont's estimates hold true, Shadows promises a substantial yet manageable adventure.

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