Redeem Assassin’s Creed Shadows Preorder Bonuses: A Guide

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

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

First off, if you pre-ordered *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, you'll have access to a special quest called Thrown to the Dogs. This quest becomes available as soon as you take control of Naoe and enter the open world for the first time.

To start, follow the quest marker on your map to locate a dog. Follow the dog to a farm where you'll need to find a key hidden underneath a house. Once you've retrieved the key, return to the grave site where you initially found the dog. After completing these steps, you'll befriend the dog, and the quest will be marked as completed.

If you're struggling to find the key, look for a small crawlspace at the bottom of the house. Naoe can go prone and crawl inside to grab the key. It's easy to miss, so keep an eye out for it.

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 the bonuses might seem modest, they have their perks. Tsuki-maru adds a charming touch to your Hideout, and the 1,000 XP is a significant boost in the early stages of the game. This XP can help you earn a few Mastery Points, which you can use to enhance your skills, although you'll still need to increase your Knowledge to unlock more abilities.

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