Assassin's Creed Shadows: "Claws of Awaji" DLC Details Leak on Steam

A Steam leak has reportedly revealed details about the first DLC for Assassin's Creed Shadows, titled "Claws of Awaji." This expansion, set in feudal Japan, promises a significant amount of new content.

Assassin's Creed Shadows, the first game in the franchise set in Japan, introduces dual protagonists: Yasuke, a Samurai, and Naoe, a Shinobi. The game's development has been fraught with challenges, including negative feedback and multiple delays, most recently pushing the release date to March 20, 2025.

The leaked information, sourced from Insider Gaming, details "Claws of Awaji" as including a new region to explore, a new weapon type, additional skills, gear, and abilities. The expansion is expected to add over 10 hours of gameplay. Pre-ordering the game will reportedly grant access to both the "Claws of Awaji" DLC and a bonus mission.

This leak emerged following Ubisoft's announcement of yet another delay for Assassin's Creed Shadows. Initially slated for November 15, 2024, the release was first postponed to February 14, 2025, and then again to March 20, 2025, to allow for further polishing and refinement.

The delays and recent rumors of a potential Tencent buyout come amidst a challenging period for Ubisoft, with several high-profile titles underperforming financially. The company's future remains uncertain as it prepares for the launch of Assassin's Creed Shadows in the coming months.