"The latest game in the Assassin's Creed series may be making its way to Nintendo Switch 2 soon, and according to some recent rumors, its arrival is already looking a little rocky. Developer Ubisoft hasn't even confirmed whether Assassin's Creed Shadows is really heading to Switch 2, but evidence of the port is stacking up, with some details suggesting that it will be running headfirst into the new console's biggest controversy and one of its most anticipated games."
"While that might be exciting for anyone waiting to play Assassin's Creed Shadows on their new console, the image immediately introduces a big complication. According to the listing, the game will ship on a game-key card, a controversial new format from Nintendo that doesn't actually include the game on a cartridge, instead using it as a "key" to download their purchase from the internet."
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot stated during an earnings call that Assassin's Creed Shadows will arrive on 'other machines' after launch on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. A French retailer listing on Auchan showed a Nintendo Switch 2 cover image indicating the game will ship on a game-key card rather than a traditional cartridge. Nintendo's game-key card format requires buyers to download the full game using a code on the physical card instead of including game data on a cartridge, prompting consumer complaints about keeping a physical token while completing a digital download. Leaker Billbil-kun reported a December 5 Switch 2 release date. That date would place the port one day after Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, creating direct holiday-window competition that may affect sales and player interest.
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