Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Claws of Awaji Expansion Out Now

Ubisoft has officially launched Claws of Awaji, the highly anticipated first expansion for Assassin’s Creed Shadows. Available now on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, macOS, Steam, Epic Games Store, Ubisoft Store for Windows PC, and Amazon Luna, the new expansion invites players to journey to the mysterious island of Awaji and take on a ruthless new enemy faction.

What Is Claws of Awaji?

Developed by Ubisoft Bordeaux, Claws of Awaji delivers 10+ hours of new gameplay content, picking up after the events of the main story. To access the expansion, players must complete the Assassin’s Creed Shadows campaign.

The story follows Naoe and Yasuke as they travel to Awaji in pursuit of a mysterious shinobi. Their quest soon puts them face-to-face with the Sanzoku Ippa, a brutal faction threatening the island’s peace. With new ambushes, traps, and challenging enemies, the expansion promises to test even veteran assassins.

New Features and Content

Claws of Awaji expands the world of Assassin’s Creed Shadows with:

  • Brand-new skills, weapon abilities, armor, and gear for both Naoe and Yasuke.

  • New enemy types and uniquely designed boss battles exclusive to Awaji.

  • The debut of Naoe’s Bo Staff, available through a free quest for all players. Expansion owners can also unlock Legendary Bo staves with unique engravings.

  • Carry-over upgrades that transfer back to the main game.

Post-Launch Updates and Support

The expansion builds on months of community-driven updates. Ubisoft recently added New Game+, Nightmare difficulty, and quality-of-life improvements like time skipping and automatic fog clearing on completed maps.

Pricing and Availability

  • Free for players who pre-ordered Assassin’s Creed Shadows.

  • Available as a standalone purchase for AU$37.95.

  • Included in the Ubisoft+ subscription.

For newcomers, Assassin’s Creed Shadows itself is now up to 40% off across multiple platforms, making this the perfect time to dive into Ubisoft’s acclaimed journey through feudal Japan.

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