Playstation Refunds My Assassin's Creed Shadow Pre Order!
Gaming
Introduction
This morning, I received an unexpected email from PlayStation informing me that my pre-order for Ubisoft's upcoming title, Assassin's Creed Shadow, had been refunded. Initially, I hadn't noticed any official announcements regarding this change, so it took me by surprise. The last communication from Ubisoft indicated that the game was set for a delay until February 15. They mentioned a refund process for some players, yet I did not request a refund myself, which added to the confusion.
My primary question revolves around whether Ubisoft is planning a new pricing structure. For those who pre-ordered and are awaiting the game's release, it raises legitimate concerns about how the delays and refunds may affect the final pricing. Additionally, it seems they are preparing to give away some of the DLC, which could be a significant addition to the game experience.
Having pre-ordered the Ultimate Edition, I was looking forward to receiving all the extras that come with it. If Ubisoft is restructuring their pricing or including additional content to sweeten the deal for players, that could be a positive move. They seem to be trying to provide extra value in exchange for taking the time to polish the game further.
However, the fact that they opted to refund players who did not specifically request a refund still makes me a bit uneasy. It’s not typical for a company to give money back without prompting, and it might suggest deeper issues with the game’s planned release. Nevertheless, it appears that Ubisoft wants to start with a clean slate, especially for those who pre-ordered and didn’t ask for a refund upon hearing about the delay.
While my anticipation for the game had been high—especially with the original release just around the corner—I remain optimistic. I had cleared my schedule to spend time on a review, but I’ll have to wait a bit longer. Despite the temporary setback, I believe this could be a pivotal moment for Ubisoft to create a remarkable game and recover from previous missteps. The decision to polish the game and offer additional content is commendable, and I will be ready to support them when the time comes.
In the meantime, I'm eager to see how this situation unfolds.
Keyword
- PlayStation
- Refund
- Pre-order
- Assassin's Creed Shadow
- Ubisoft
- Delay
- Pricing Structure
- DLC
- Ultimate Edition
- Game Review
FAQ
Q: Why was my Assassin's Creed Shadow pre-order refunded?
A: PlayStation refunded some pre-orders as part of Ubisoft's decision to delay the game until February 15 and possibly to restructure pricing and content offerings.
Q: Will Ubisoft offer new pricing for the game?
A: While there haven't been official announcements, the refund could suggest a new pricing structure to provide additional content and value to players.
Q: What happens to the Ultimate Edition after the refund?
A: If you pre-ordered the Ultimate Edition and received a refund, it is uncertain how that will affect your access to the extras, but Ubisoft may have plans to enhance offerings.
Q: Is Ubisoft giving away any DLC?
A: Yes, Ubisoft mentioned giving away some DLC as a part of their effort to improve the game's value during the extended polish period.
Q: How long is the delay for Assassin's Creed Shadow?
A: The game is delayed until February 15, extending the timeline before the expected release.