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 comprehensive 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, pre-ordering *Assassin's Creed Shadows* grants you access to a special quest called "Thrown to the Dogs." You'll be able to embark on this quest once you take control of Naoe and gain access to the open world for the first time.

To begin, follow the quest marker on your map to find a dog, and then follow it to a farm. Your next task is to locate a key hidden underneath a house. Once you've retrieved the key, return to the grave site where you first encountered the dog. After completing these steps, you'll forge a bond with the dog, marking the quest as completed.

If you're struggling to find the key, keep an eye out 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 overlook, so be thorough in your search.

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 still valuable. Tsuki-maru may not have any functional purpose beyond being an adorable addition to your Hideout, but the 1,000 XP boost is significant, especially in the early stages of the game. This XP will provide you with a few Mastery Points to experiment with, although you'll still need to rank up your Knowledge to unlock more skills.

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