The long wait for Assassin’s Creed Shadows is almost over. The Japan-based game that fans of the Assassin’s Creed franchise have been requesting for over a decade will finally be playable on March 20th.
As with most Ubisoft titles, AC Shadows comes in multiple editions. If you’re wondering which edition is best for you, then you’re in the right place. The following sections break down what the Deluxe Edition includes, helping curious gamers decide whether it’s worth getting or not.
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What’s Included in the Deluxe Edition of Assassin’s Creed Shadows?
As many fans expected, Assassin’s Creed Shadows comes in multiple editions. The two most important ones are the Standard Edition and the Deluxe Edition. While the Standard Edition includes just the base game, the Deluxe Edition offers additional content. Here’s a breakdown of what it includes:
Deluxe Edition Content
The Deluxe Edition of Assassin’s Creed Shadows costs $89.99, which means that you’re paying a $20 premium over the Standard Edition. For the extra cost, you’ll receive two exclusive packs and additional content. Here’s everything that’s included:
- Base Game
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Sekiryu Dual Pack: Includes exclusive gear and weapon sets for both Naoe and Yasuke
- Sekiryu Gear Set for both Naoe and Yasuke
- Eye of the Dragon Katana
- Claw of the Dragon Long Katana
- Sekiryu Beast Mount
- Dragon Tooth Trinket
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Sekiryu Hideout Pack: Includes four unique ornaments to customize your hideout
- Sekiryu Wagasa
- Sekiryu Tapestry
- Sekiryu Mask
- Sekiryu Mizubachi
- 5 Mastery Points
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Pre-Order Bonus
There’s also a significant bonus to be claimed for players who pre-order Assassin’s Creed Shadows before its release. Regardless of the edition — Standard or Deluxe — pre-ordering grants access to the bonus quest Thrown to the Dogs, available at launch.
Additionally, pre-ordering grants access to the game’s first major expansion, Claws of Awaji, which is set to release later in 2025.
The free story expansion alone will likely convince many players to secure their copy early.
Is the Assassin’s Creed Shadows Deluxe Edition Worth It?
It’s never a good idea to buy the most expensive edition of a game without considering its value. Sometimes, the additional content is worth it, but that doesn’t seem to be the case here.
Paying a $20 premium over the Standard Edition only grants a few in-game items and five mastery points. It doesn’t include any future story-related DLC, and in a game as vast as Assassin’s Creed Shadows, these extras likely won’t make a significant difference. For most players, the Standard Edition will be the better choice.
