It's a sign of our times that part of any release is looking at the pre-order bonuses different retailers are offering. With a big title like Assassin's Creed III, there's plenty to fuss over from avatars to exclusive missions. While this was released by Ubisoft for Canadians, the bonuses are probably similar in different countries as well.

If you haven't put in a pre-order for ACIII yet, get yours in now to make sure you can get a bonus. The physical bonuses will be limited and likely sell out. You only have about a month left until the final chapter in the Assassin's Creed saga hits the shelves.

Amazon

· Captain of the Aquila

In this exclusive offer, become the Captain of the Aquila and arm yourself with the lethal boarding axe.

EB Games Canada

· Free upgrade to Signature Edition, which includes Lost Mayan Ruins mission and Sawtooth Sword

Captain Kidd’s hidden Sawtooth Sword awaits. To claim it, you must overcome the furious forces of nature that have ravaged the Lost Mayan Ruins. Succeed, and this legendary weapon will be yours.

Best Buy

· Ghost of War

Prevent top-secret information from falling into enemy hands in this exclusive single-player mission. Accomplish this undertaking and be rewarded with Pontiac’s War Club, a powerful Native American weapon.

Walmart

· Alex Ross steel book (while quantities last)

· A Dangerous Secret

Set out to discover and unbury a dark secret in this exclusive single-player mission that could decide the fate of the Revolution. In addition, unlock the power of the Flintlock Musket – a perfect shot for tight spaces.

Future Shop

· The Redcoat

In this exclusive offer, become the merciless Redcoat, a member of one of the most famous armies of all time, and decimate your opponents! Receive a handful of customization items along with this ferocious fighter for use in multiplayer.

· Colonial Assassin

Transform into the ruthless Colonial Assassin armed with the famous Scottish Flintlock, rumored to have fired “the shot heard ‘round the world.”

Microplay/Superclub Vidéotron (Province of Québec)

· Alex Ross steelbook (while quantities last)

· Sharpshooter