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- New expansion, Claws of Awaji, for Assassins Creed Shadows is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
- Protagonists Naoe and Yasuke are venturing to the mystical Awaji Island in search of a lost artifact.
- Players will encounter new enemies, including the Sanzoku Ippa clan, who pose a significant threat.
- The expansion introduces a new weapon, the Bo staff, and offers 10 hours of additional gameplay. Pre-orders for Shadows grant Claws of Awaji free of charge as an apology for the main games delay. Otherwise, it can be purchased for R124.99.
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Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Claws of Awaji Debuts – New Challenges Await on Osaka Island
Ubisoft has released the launch trailer for Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ first expansion, Claws of Awaji, which debuts today on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. In Claws of Awaji, protagonists Naoe and Yasuke embark on a journey across Osaka Bay to the mysterious Awaji Island, an island steeped in legends and secrets. Their primary mission is to locate a lost artifact. However, they will face numerous adversaries, including new enemies such as the Sanzoku Ippa clan, who are poised to ambush them. This ten-hour campaign introduces new challenges and a new weapon, the Bo staff. Players who pre-ordered Assassin’s Creed Shadows will receive Claws of Awaji free of charge; Ubisoft offers it as an apology for the main game’s delay. Otherwise, the expansion is available for purchase at R124.99.
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Assassin's Creed Shadows |
| Brief Summary | Live the intertwined stories of Naoe, an adept shinobi Assassin from Iga Province, and Yasuke, the powerful African samurai of historical legend. Against the backdrop of the turbulent late Sengoku period, this remarkable duo will discover their common destiny as they usher in a new era for Japan.
Experience an epic historical action-adventure story set in feudal Japan! Become a lethal shinobi Assassin and a powerful legendary samurai as you explore a beautiful open world in a time of chaos. Switch seamlessly between two unlikely allies as you discover their common destiny. Master complementary playstyles, create your shinobi league, customize your hideout, and usher in a new era for Japan. |
| Platforms | PlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, Mac |
| Released | March 20, 2025 |
| Genre | Role-playing (RPG), Adventure |
| Play Modes | Single player |
| Content Rating | 19+ |
| Languages | Chinese (Simplified), English, Korean |
| Genre | Ubisoft Québec |
| Genre | Ubisoft Entertainment |
| Ratings | 79/100 (82 reviews) |