The expansion shifts the series' focus from historical realism toward .

Restless spirits randomly manifest in the open world to slaughter civilians. Players must defeat them quickly before they vanish, or they will return stronger later.

Some critics, such as those at PCGamesN , found certain side activities repetitive or "padding".

The expansion is known for its high difficulty, with bosses featuring powerful "one-shot" combos that require tactical use of arrows and "Overpower" attacks. Critical Reception

To start the expansion, you must complete the quest in the main game, after which the "The Curse of the Pharaohs" quest will appear in your menu.

Bayek faces undead pharaohs like Tutankhamun , Nefertiti , Akhenaten , and Ramesses II , as well as giant scorpions and Anubis-like guards.

These function as self-contained open worlds accessed through portals in royal tombs. Each has a unique aesthetic, such as giant ships sailing across golden fields of grass.