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 your step-by-step guide to redeeming 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've pre-ordered *Assassin’s Creed Shadows*, you'll have access to a special quest called "Thrown to the Dogs." This quest becomes available once you take control of Naoe and are free to explore the open-world for the first time.
To begin, follow the quest marker on your map to locate a dog, and then follow it to a farm. Your task is to find a key hidden underneath a house. Once you've secured the key, head back to the grave site where you initially found the dog. Completing these steps will allow you to befriend 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 retrieve it. This can be easy to miss, so take your time to look carefully.
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're still valuable. 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 extra XP can translate into a few Mastery Points, giving you more flexibility to experiment with skills as you rank up your Knowledge.
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.
