Assassin's Creed Shadows: All Editions & Pre-Order Bonuses

Assassin’s Creed Shadows

By Abhinav Sharma

Published May 27, 2024

Ubisoft has long abandoned the yearly release schedule for the Assassin’s Creed franchise, and that has never been truer than now. Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the latest installment of the series, is scheduled to release later this year, four years after Assassin's Creed Valhalla—the last mainline AC game.

If you are a hardcore AC fan considering preordering Shadows, then you have come to the right place. The guide below covers everything you need to know, from the game’s pre-order bonuses to details about its various editions.

Assassin's Creed Shadows: Historical Figures Who Could Appear In The Game

Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows takes place during Japan's Sengoku period, which could allow for a few key historical figures to appear.

Assassin's Creed Shadows Pre-Order Bonuses

Assassin's Creed Shadows' Yasuke delivering a killing blow

If you are a player who wants all the content, you will definitely need to pre-order, as it offers something that post-launch purchases don’t. Buying the game before the release date will reward all players with the "Thrown to the Dogs" bonus quest, regardless of the edition.

Those who purchase either the Gold or Ultimate Edition of the game will also get three days of early access.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Editions Explained

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is no different from other major Ubisoft games in that it comes with several different editions, each offering more content than the last. Whether the additional content is worth paying the premium is up to you and your wallet.

Standard Edition - $69.99 / £59.99

This edition is exactly what it sounds like: owners will get only the base game and that’s it. No bells and whistles are included in this edition. Future expansions will have to be purchased separately.

Gold Edition - $109.99 / £94.99

This edition is the one that should be suitable for most fans, as it offers the most important content for a good price. The Gold Edition will set you back $109.99 / £104.99 and will give you access to the following:

Base Game
Season Pass
Two Future Expansions
One additional Mission Available on Day One
Three Day Early Access (if pre-ordered)

Assassin's Creed Shadows Pre-Orders Are Reportedly Off to a Strong Start

A new report suggests that pre-orders for Assassin's Creed Shadows, the upcoming AC game set in feudal Japan, are off to a strong start so far.

Ultimate Edition - $129.99 / £114.99

This edition is for those who want all the digital content that Assassin’s Creed Shadows has to offer. The Ultimate Edition will include everything from the previous editions, as well as:

Ultimate Pack
- Sekiryu Character Pack, which includes gear and weapon sets for both protagonists.
- Sekiryu Hideout Pack, which includes four ornaments you can use to customize the hideout.
- Five Skill Points
- The Red Dragon Filter in Photo Mode
Three Day Early Access (if pre-ordered)

Alternatively, players can dive into the Ultimate Edition of Assassin's Creed Shadows with an Ubisoft+ Premium Subscription . This will set you back $17.99 / £14.99 per month, but you'll only have access to the game for as long as you have an active subscription.

Assassin's Creed Shadows Has an Interesting Connection With Another Popular Japan-Set Medium

The recent reveal for Assassin's Creed Shadows gave fans a lot of information, and the time setting of the game closely matches a popular TV show.

Collector’s Edition - $279.99

This edition is for players who are hardcore Assassin’s Creed fans. It offers the most content, including physical items, at a much higher prive. It will feature everything from the Ultimate Edition, along with the physical items listed below:

Naoe and Yasuke Dual Character Statue
Unique Steelbook Case
Collector’s Art Book
Life-sized Naoe’s Katana Tsuba
World Map
Creed Wall Scroll
Two Sumi-e Lithographs

The collector’s edition is available for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The console versions will feature disks, whereas the PC version will include a code. It's also important to note that this edition won’t be available worldwide, and you will have to check availability with your local retailer. Console players residing in the US can pre-order the collector’s edition via GameStop.