Redeem Assassin’s Creed Shadows Preorder Bonuses Easily

If you pre-ordered *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, you're in for a treat with some exclusive goodies to claim right at the start of your adventure. Here's your step-by-step guide on how to redeem those 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 unlock a unique quest called Thrown to the Dogs. This quest becomes available as soon as you take control of Naoe and venture into the open world for the first time.

To begin, follow the quest marker on your map to locate a dog. Then, follow the dog to a nearby farm. Your mission here is to find a key hidden beneath a house. Once you secure the key, return to the dog's original spot at the grave site. Upon completing these steps, you'll befriend the dog, and the quest will be marked as completed.

If you're struggling to find the key, keep an eye out 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 take your time to explore thoroughly.

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, although just a cute addition to your Hideout without any functional benefits, adds a charming touch to your base. Meanwhile, the 1,000 XP is a substantial boost for the early stages of the game, providing you with a few Mastery Points to experiment with. Remember, to fully leverage these points, you'll need to rank up your Knowledge to unlock more skills.

And that's how you can redeem your pre-order bonuses in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and detailed guides, don't forget to check out The Escapist. Whether you're curious about climbing the torii gate or need a complete list of main quests, we've got you covered.