It is no secret that gaming can be an expensive hobby in 2025, especially when AAA releases like Assassin’s Creed Shadows carry a hefty price tag of £70/$69.99. However, even if you are a frugal gamer dying to play Ubisoft’s latest offering, there is still a way to play the highly anticipated title this month for just £15, and many gamers might not be taking advantage of it.
How To Play Assassin’s Creed Shadows For a Fraction of the Full Cost
Ubisoft+ is a service that has been the subject of a great deal of mockery in the past, but it is actually the key to this clever trick, allowing gamers to access Assassin’s Creed Shadows at a fraction of the full cost. Even if you aren’t a Ubisoft fan, you know what they say; a broken clock is right twice a day.
The subscription service charges a monthly fee to users and grants access to a pretty vast library of games, and this includes brand-new releases. This means that instead of paying the full price for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, you can simply subscribe for one month at just £15, play through the game, and then cancel before the next billing cycle.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows launched today to mostly favorable reviews, it is reportedly 35-40 hours long. As long as you can dedicate that many hours to playing the game over the next 4 weeks, this strategy makes perfect sense. There are many players out there who consistently complete single-player campaigns in under a month, meaning that they could easily get through Assassin’s Creed Shadows without needing to pay for a second month of Ubisoft+.
The Downside to This ‘Hack’
The one downside of this method is that you’d likely only have time to play through the game once, unless you dedicate a few days to it alone, without distraction. However, if you plan on chasing the platinum trophy and reaching 100% completion of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, then you’d probably be better off paying full price for the game. That said, if you are only interested in experiencing the main story, this is a budget-friendly way to enjoy the game.
It is also worth pointing out that Ubisoft+ offers the premium editions of games, meaning you could potentially gain access to extra DLC or bonus content that would normally require an additional purchase. This makes that £15 subscription even more valuable, especially with the cross-platform progression thrown in. Considering the rising costs of AAA games, this method is an excellent way to experience new releases without breaking the bank.
By taking advantage of this method, you can save a significant amount of money while still enjoying the full experience of one of the biggest games of the year. So, if you’re on the fence about paying £70 for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, why not try it for £15 instead? Just remember to cancel before the next payment cycle if you don’t plan to keep the subscription!
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