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 start of the game. Here’s a detailed 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 unique quest called Thrown to the Dogs. This quest becomes available as soon as you take control of Naoe and gain access to 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. After retrieving the key, head back to the grave site where you initially found the dog. Upon returning the key, you'll forge a friendship with 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 bottom of the house. Naoe can go prone and crawl inside to grab the key. This can be easy to miss, so be thorough in your search.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Preorder Bonuses
Upon successfully completing Thrown to the Dogs, you'll be rewarded with your pre-order bonuses, which include:
- Tsuki-maru as a pet at the Hideout
- 1,000 XP
While the bonuses might seem modest, they're valuable. Tsuki-maru adds a charming companion to your Hideout, enhancing the atmosphere, though it doesn’t offer any functional benefits. The 1,000 XP, however, is a significant boost in the early game, providing you with a few Mastery Points to experiment with. Remember, you'll need to rank up your Knowledge to unlock more skills, but this early XP can give you a head start.
And that’s how to redeem your pre-order bonuses in *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*. For more tips and information on the game, including what happens if you climb the torii gate and a list of all main quests, be sure to check out The Escapist.
