Is AC Shadows on Steam? The acclaimed stealth RPG series returns with a vengeance, and this time, Ubisoft is pulling out all the stops. But is this long-awaited iteration destined for Valve's platform?

Assassin's Creed Shadows finally takes the franchise to feudal Japan, the most requested period in the action-adventure game series' lifetime. This latest installment is sure to have fans flocking back to the series, and you might be curious if an Assassin's Creed Shadows Steam version is available.

Is AC Shadows on Steam?

Yes, Assassin's Creed Shadows on Steam. It was available on Valve's platform on day one of release.

The Steam version was originally confirmed by Ubisoft in the AC Shadows delay announcement alongside the final release date.

Shadows is also available to purchase on PC via the Ubisoft Store and the Epic Games Store.

Historically, Assassin's Creed games have been delayed on Steam thanks to Ubisoft's timed exclusivity deal with Epic Games. However, Ubisoft confirmed AC Shadows would "mark the return of our new releases on Steam Day 1."

We also have details concerning the AC Shadows online connection DRM requirements. This comes after heavy speculation that an internet connection is mandatory to play the RPG game – though it should go without saying that it's still a requirement to download it via any digital storefront.

Now that you're ready to purchase the AC Shadows Steam version, limber up with the best stealth games while it's downloading. If you just can't tear yourself away from Valve's platform, we've also got dates for all the biggest Steam sales and the best Steam Deck games to add to your wishlist.