Redeem Preorder Bonuses for Assassin’s Creed Shadows: A Guide

If you pre-ordered your copy of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, you’re in for a treat with some exclusive bonuses to claim right at the start of your journey. Here’s your step-by-step guide on how to redeem your pre-order bonuses in Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

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• How to Start Thrown to the Dogs in Assassin’s Creed Shadows
• Assassin’s Creed Shadows Preorder Bonuses

How to Start Thrown to the Dogs in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

If you pre-ordered Assassin’s Creed Shadows, you'll have the exciting opportunity to embark on a unique quest called Thrown to the Dogs. This quest becomes available as soon as you gain control of Naoe and enter the open world for the first time.

To kick things off, follow the quest marker on your map to locate a dog, and then trail it to a farm. Your next task is to find a key hidden underneath a house. Once you've secured the key, head back to the grave site where you initially found the dog. Completing these steps will forge a friendship with the dog, marking the quest as completed.

If you're struggling to find the key, look for a small crawlspace at the base of the house. Naoe can go prone and crawl into this space to retrieve the key. It’s a bit tricky to spot, so keep your eyes peeled.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Preorder Bonuses

Upon successfully completing Thrown to the Dogs, you’ll unlock your pre-order bonuses, which include:

• Tsuki-maru as a pet at the Hideout
• 1,000 XP

While these bonuses might seem modest, they're quite valuable early in the game. Tsuki-maru adds a charming touch to your Hideout, and the 1,000 XP boost can help you earn a few Mastery Points. These points are crucial for unlocking new skills, though you'll need to rank up your Knowledge to fully benefit from them.

And that’s how you redeem your pre-order bonuses in Assassin’s Creed Shadows. For more tips and insights on the game, including what happens when you climb the torii gate and a complete list of all main quests, be sure to check out The Escapist.