Assassin’s Creed Shadows Expansion Details Leaked on Steam

Assassin's Creed Shadows' "Claws of Awaji" DLC Leaks 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 series' first foray into East Asia, introduces dual protagonists: Yasuke, a Samurai, and Naoe, a Shinobi. The game's development has been plagued by delays and controversy, most recently a postponement to March 20, 2025.

The leaked Steam update, according to Insider Gaming, detailed "Claws of Awaji," including:

• New Region: Players will explore an unannounced area.
• New Weapon Type: A previously unseen weapon will be added to the arsenal.
• Expanded Gameplay: New skills, gear, and abilities are promised.
• Extended Playtime: Over 10 hours of additional content will be included.
• Pre-order Bonus: Pre-ordering the game grants access to the DLC and a bonus mission.

Delayed Launch and Ubisoft's Uncertain Future

The leak follows another delay announcement for Assassin's Creed Shadows, pushing the release date from February 14th, 2025, to March 20th, 2025. This delay, attributed to polishing and refinement, adds to the game's already troubled development.

The timing of the leak coincides with uncertainty surrounding Ubisoft's future, with rumors of a potential Tencent acquisition circulating. This follows a period of underperformance for several major Ubisoft titles.