Amazon is currently running attractive promotions on official strategy guides and art books for the game Assassin`s Creed Shadows. The standard paperback edition of the guide is available at a reduced price of $19.30 (originally $30), which is the lowest price recorded since its launch in March. For collectors, a hardcover Collector`s Edition is also available for $36 (regularly $45).
Fans of Assassin`s Creed can also acquire Dark Horse`s official art book, dedicated to the latest installment in Ubisoft`s renowned series, at a compelling price. Notably, the lavish Deluxe Edition of “The Art of Assassin`s Creed Shadows” is on sale for $72.83 (regularly $100).
Key Deals on Assassin`s Creed Shadows Books:
- Assassin`s Creed Shadows Strategy Guide (Paperback): $19.30 (regularly $30)
- Assassin`s Creed Shadows Collector`s Edition Strategy Guide (Hardcover): $36.49 (regularly $45)
- The Art of Assassin`s Creed Shadows Deluxe Edition (Hardcover): $72.83 (regularly $100)
- The Art of Assassin`s Creed Shadows (Hardcover): $41.49 (regularly $50)
If you haven`t yet purchased the game itself, you can save $10 on the Walmart-exclusive Special Edition for PS5 or Xbox Series X, which includes unique bonus content. Amazon also offered its own exclusive edition at a discount previously, but it has since reverted to its regular price. Earlier, during a Prime Day sale, the PS5 and Xbox versions were available for $47.50.
Below are the detailed descriptions for each of the four Assassin`s Creed Shadows publications:
Assassin`s Creed Shadows Collector`s Edition Guide (Hardcover)
This is a premium hardcover guide featuring the game`s logo prominently on a striking red background. The primary benefit of this edition is an additional 32-page section, bringing the total page count to 448. The exact content of this bonus section is not specified, but previous Assassin`s Creed collector`s guides often included chapters with exclusive artwork. The publisher, Piggyback, has a long history with the Assassin`s Creed series, having produced guides since Assassin`s Creed II in 2009. Similar to Piggyback`s previous works, this Assassin`s Creed Shadows guide is an exhaustive resource designed to cover every aspect of the game`s open world. Core sections include:
- Companion Chapter: An overview of all story missions with a flowchart to contextualize game progression.
- Complete Walkthrough: A step-by-step guide for all missions, covering both main quests and optional content.
- Atlas: Detailed world maps with annotations identifying all points of interest.
- Inventory: A comprehensive catalog of all weapons, gear, resources, and items.
- Mastery: Explanations of the game`s skill system and upgrade trees, alongside tips for optimizing skill combinations to create your ideal build.
Assassin`s Creed Shadows Strategy Guide (Paperback)
The standard paperback edition of the official Assassin`s Creed Shadows strategy guide includes all the sections mentioned above, except for the bonus chapter, making it slightly shorter at 416 pages. This edition is also available in a bundle with the Amazon-exclusive Limited Edition of the game for $87.11.
The Art of Assassin`s Creed Shadows (Hardcover)
Published by Dark Horse, this official 256-page hardcover art book delves into the development process of Assassin`s Creed Shadows. It features a wealth of concept art showcasing the dual protagonists, the feudal Japan landscapes, and the equipment you`ll use throughout the adventure.
The Art of Assassin`s Creed Shadows Deluxe Edition (Hardcover)
The Deluxe Edition boasts an exclusive cover with a minimalist aesthetic, similar to the Collector`s Edition Strategy Guide. While this version of The Art of Assassin`s Creed Shadows maintains the same length as the standard hardcover (256 pages), it also includes an exclusive slipcase and a portfolio containing a gallery-quality art print.
Piggyback`s Nintendo Game Strategy Guides
In recent years, Piggyback has become renowned for its strategy guides for The Legend of Zelda series, both of which are currently available on Amazon with significant price reductions. Piggyback is also set to release a retrospective on the Metroid Prime Trilogy this year. You can pre-order Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective for $46.49 on Amazon.
- Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Collector`s Edition Guide (Hardcover): $25 (regularly $45)
- Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Guide (Paperback): $18.74 (regularly $30)
- Zelda: Breath of the Wild Expanded Guide (Hardcover): $22.26 (regularly $40)
- Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective: $46.49 (regularly $50)