Assassin’s Creed Shadows Devs Share Post-Release Message: “This Is Just the Beginning,” Featuring a Familiar Quote

Assassin’s Creed Shadows made quite the splash upon its release, captivating a large number of gamers and earning their approval despite having been pushed back several times. Now, the Ubisoft team behind Shadows has shared a heartfelt message on Reddit. They’re expressing gratitude for the discussions around the game, which recently have been less intense compared to the heated debates sparked over the past year. Concerns about how Japanese culture is represented in the game, voiced by Japanese individuals, became intertwined with the noise from a dubious corner of the internet discontent with the idea of a black samurai. Plus, Ubisoft’s future has been somewhat unpredictable lately.

But shifting back to the good news, it seems like the Shadows development team has found solace in the feedback shared on the game’s subreddit. “This weekend, many of us on the Dev Team spent time reading your reactions across the Assassin’s Creed subreddit — and we just want to say thank you,” they mention in a post. “The outpouring of love and positivity has been incredibly uplifting for us.”

The post continues with, “Seeing your enthusiasm, your insightful feedback, and your happiness has been truly special for us. After dedicating years to this project, there’s nothing more fulfilling than witnessing the connection you’ve made with the game we crafted. Even if we don’t reply directly, rest assured, we’re tuned in. The entire Dev Team has been reading your posts — sharing in the celebrations, taking in the feedback, and enjoying the theories — and it’s all very inspiring. It’s what drives us. It aids us in our ongoing journey to enhance the game.”

They wrapped up the note with both appreciation and excitement: “Thank you for joining us on this journey. This is merely the beginning for Shadows, and we couldn’t be more excited to develop the game further alongside you.”

Their message concluded with a playful nod to the game’s roots by quoting a memorable line that fans would instantly recognize: “Where other men blindly follow the truth, remember…nothing is true.” This quote is pulled from the Assassin’s Creed lore, recognizable to anyone who has followed the tale of Ezio and the symbolic struggles within the series.

Meanwhile, if you’re eager to share your insights about any issues or improvements you think might be needed in Shadows, don’t worry about waiting—check out the community mods. Some players are already rolling out early modifications and enhancements you might find intriguing.