Assassin’s Creed Shadows Rated for Nintendo Switch 2: PEGI Listing Hints at Major AAA Release

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Rated for Nintendo Switch 2: PEGI Listing Hints at Major AAA Release Nintendo fans have reason to celebrate as a fresh listing on the official Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) website has revealed that Assassin’s Creed Shadows is heading to the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2.

The PEGI database, recognized as one of the industry's most trusted sources for European game content ratings, recently displayed a PEGI 18 rating—equivalent to the ESRB's Mature rating—for Ubisoft’s latest installment in the storied Assassin’s Creed franchise, listed specifically for Nintendo's upcoming console. Assassin’s Creed Shadows, which initially launched for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam in March 2025, marks a significant milestone for the franchise's relationship with Nintendo hardware.

Developed by Ubisoft, the game quickly garnered attention for its cinematic storytelling, robust open-world design, and advanced next-generation visuals.

The appearance of a Switch 2 rating on PEGI’s “Most Searched” games section underscores the growing trend of third-party AAA releases targeting Nintendo’s next hybrid platform, highlighting both the console’s technological advancements and Ubisoft’s renewed commitment to Nintendo fans. Notably, while the Nintendo Switch 2 rating is visible on the main search page of the PEGI website, it does not appear on the individual listing for Assassin’s Creed Shadows once clicked, sparking discussion among the gaming community.

Industry analysts suggest this discrepancy may be the result of either an early listing error or a technical glitch on PEGI's backend.

However, as of now, no other titles listed exhibit this kind of inconsistency, making Assassin’s Creed Shadows a particularly intriguing case. A spokesperson for Ubisoft emphasized the company's dedication to expanding its reach across multiple platforms: "We are committed to delivering our flagship franchises to as many players as possible, ensuring that new audiences on emerging platforms like Nintendo Switch 2 have access to our biggest releases." This aligns with Ubisoft’s recent push for simultaneous multi-platform launches, reinforcing the company’s status as a leading developer supporting Nintendo’s hardware ecosystem. Nintendo Switch 2 is anticipated to offer technological milestones previously unseen in Nintendo’s lineup, including improved graphics fidelity, HDR and 4K display support, and high frame rate options.

Analysts project that these enhancements will empower third-party developers like Ubisoft to port visually intensive titles to the console with minimal compromise, broadening the Switch 2’s appeal among core gamers and increasing the diversity of the eShop library. While Ubisoft and Nintendo have yet to confirm an official release date for Assassin’s Creed Shadows on Nintendo Switch 2, the PEGI rating is a significant signal that the game’s launch is on the horizon.

As preorders for Nintendo’s new system approach and with more game announcements expected during the upcoming Nintendo Direct, all eyes will be on Nintendo and its third-party partners to shape the next era of hybrid gaming.

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