Assassin’s Creed Shadows ‘Claws of Awaji’ Expansion Releases for Switch 2 on March 10

Ubisoft has confirmed that the first expansion for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, “Claws of Awaji,” will release for Nintendo Switch 2 on March 10. You can also purchase the premium edition of Shadows on Switch 2 alongside the expansion’s release. 

“Claws of Awaji” initially released for all other platforms in September 2025. This includes PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Ubisoft Store. It will likely be available for Switch 2 at the same price as it is on other systems: $24.99. The Steam page describes the DLC as follows:

EXPLORE A MYSTERIOUS ISLAND

Embark on a new adventure as Naoe and Yasuke and travel across the bay of Osaka, to the mysterious island of Awaji.

As the pair scour this land in search of a lost artifact, they must navigate deadly ambushes and evade the traps set by powerful new foes.

UNLOCK NEW WEAPONS AND SKILLS

Get legendary Bō weapons for Naoe and unlock fresh skills, outfits, and perks for both protagonists. All new gear can be carried back into the main game to expand your arsenal.

A NEW CHAPTER IN THE ASSASSIN’S CREED SHADOWS STORY

Become Naoe and Yasuke once again, and discover this new chapter of their stories as they follow the path of a mysterious shinobi and face the dangerous Sanzoku Ippa clan.

Lastly, Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Ubisoft Store. Recently, we interviewed one half of the duo behind the game’s soundtrack: The Flight. Further, Final Weapon had the chance to review Assassin’s Creed Shadows.