Assassin’s Creed Shadows – Claws of Awaji Expansion Out Now On Nintendo Switch™ 2

The Claws of Awaji expansion is now available on Nintendo Switch™ 2, releasing at 12:00AM local time on March 10!

The island of Awaji awaits on the other side of Osaka Bay where Yasuke and Naoe will venture in search of a long-lost historical treasure and to investigate rumors of a mysterious shinobi. Upon arriving in Awaji, Naoe and Yasuke will find an island filled with traps and ambushes as they soon discover that they are being hunted by a secretive new group.

Read on to find out all the information you need for what’s in store and how to start Naoe and Yasuke’s next chapter!
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PART 1: Where / How to Access the Expansion

Warning: Light spoilers for the base game of Assassin's Creed Shadows below.

Access to the Claws of Awaji is contingent upon completion of the main story arcs for both Naoe and Yasuke. Make sure you have finished the quest "Out of the Shadows", which is available after completing the personal quests for Naoe, Yasuke, and Junjiro.

Then simply track down Hanzo's contact at your Hideout in Settsu and you'll be able to embark on the new journey to the mysterious island of Awaji.

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Part 2: New Content Available with expansion

Claws of Awaji adds a ton of new content to Assassin's Creed Shadows, including new skills, weapon abilities, armor, and gear for both Naoe and Yasuke, all of which can be brought back to the main game.

Owners of the expansion will also find unique new armor and gear pieces throughout the expansion's story and activities, with new appearances and new powers. Various Legendary Bo Staves, each with their own unique engravings, will primarily be available on the island of Awaji by completing the story and clearing castles. Additional Legendary Bo Staves are also available via the Animus Hub and through bundles in the Store.

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These new skills, abilities, and outfits are going to come in handy as Naoe and Yasuke face off against new bosses and enemy types. With more than 10 hours of new content coming, Assassin's Creed Shadows is far from over.

PART III: GAMEPLAY/STORY REQUIREMENTS

Warning! Heavy spoilers for the base game of Assassin's Creed Shadows beyond this point.

If you want to fast-track yourself from wherever you are right now in the story, here are the quests and targets you need to eliminate to reach the end of the game as fast as possible: