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Assassin's Creed Shadows is the 14th major installment of the very popular franchise, which started in 2007 and is the sequel to last year's Assassin's Creed Mirage.
And since it's from Walmart, you'll get the game delivered to your door for free once it's available if you are Walmart+ member.
Not a member? You can sign up for a 30-day free trial take advantage of everything the retailer's rewards program has to offer, including free delivery; fuel savings at Exxon, Mobil, Walmart or Murphy gas stations; streaming access to Paramount+ to watch hit originals such as Halo, Fatal attraction and Star Trek: Lower Decks; early access offers and more. Learn more about Walmart+ here.
Below, you will find all the pre-order methodsAssassin's Creed Shadows on Xbox Series X and PS5.
So what is the difference between the two versions? The Special edition features the game and the Sekiryu Character Pack, while the GOLD EDITION it comes with a game and character pack, as well as a season pass, additional missions and two expansion packs. Each version comes with the mission “Thrown to the Dogs” when you pre-order at Walmart.
As for the game itself, Assassin's Creed Shadows takes place during feudal Japan beginning in 1579, while exploring areas such as Kyoto, Kobe, Osaka, and Iga. You play as a deadly Shinobi assassin and a powerful Samurai warrior in dual duty during a period of civil war in Japan as the country opens up to Portuguese traders and Jesuit missionaries.
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