Assassin's Creed

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Assassin's Creed is a stealth game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. It was released worldwide in November 2007 on the Xbox 360 and...
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8
very good
 

Game Overview

Assassin's Creed is a stealth game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. It was released worldwide in November 2007 on the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 video game consoles. The North American...

The Good

Huge, gorgeous world that feels wholly alive, Fluid controls make it fun to run across city rooftops, Joyous mix of stealth, action, and platforming, Stunning sound design features fantastic voice acting and a beautiful musical score, Tons of small details will constantly amaze you.

The Bad

Confusing ending, A few small visual glitches.

The Bottom Line

From the team that brought the world Prince of Persia and Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell comes a sophisticated new franchise utilizing the power of next-gen technology for its complex action.

The setting is 1191 AD. The Third Crusade is tearing the Holy Land apart. You, Altair, intend to stop the hostilities by suppressing both sides of the conflict. You are an Assassin, a warrior shrouded in secrecy and feared for your ruthlessness. Your actions can throw your immediate environment into chaos, and your existence will shape events during this pivotal moment in history.

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Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
90/100
score

In Assassin's Creed, the greatest joy comes from the smallest details, and for every nerve-racking battle, there's a quiet moment that cuts to the game's heart and soul.

GameZone review logo
80/100
score

While it's not as brilliant as it could have been considering the game's timeline and setting, Assassin's Creed is an astonishing gaming experience you won't forget anytime soon.

IGN review logo
75/100
score

If you play Assassin's Creed for an hour, you will probably think it's a fantastic game. But as Assassin's progresses, its dual storylines and repetitive quests begin to grow tiresome. There are so many great individual elements, but they are lost among t

Game Features

Be an Assassin - Master the skills, tactics, and weapons of history's deadliest and most secretive clan of warriors. Plan your attacks, strike without mercy, and fight your way to escape.
Realistic and responsive environments - Experience a living, breathing world in which all your actions have consequences. Crowds react to your moves and will either help or hinder you on your quests.
Action with a new dimension -- total freedom - Eliminate your targets wherever, whenever, and however. Stalk your prey through richly detailed, historically accurate, open-ended environments. Scale buildings, mount horses, blend in with crowds. Do whatever it takes to achieve your objectives.
Relive the epic times of the Crusades - Assassin's Creed immerses you in the realistic and historical Holy Land of the 12th century, featuring life-like graphics, ambience, and the subtle, yet detailed nuances of a living world.
Intense action rooted in reality - Experience heavy action blended with fluid and precise animations. Use a wide range of medieval weapons, and face your enemies in realistic swordfight duels.
Next-gen gameplay - The proprietary engine developed from the ground up for the next-gen console allows organic game design featuring open gameplay, intuitive control scheme, realistic interaction with environment, and a fluid, yet sharp, combat mechanic.
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Game Specs

Audio/Video
HDTV 1080i, HDTV 720p, In-Game Dolby Digital

 

Modes
Full Mission Single-Player, Story

 

Controller Functions

BASIC GAMEPLAY CONTROLS

Directional Button
Up = Hidden Blade. Down = Fists. Right = Sword. Left= Short Blade or Throwing Knives.

Left Analog Stick
Move

Right Analog Stick
Look

X Button
Legs

Square Button
Weapon Hand

Circle Button
Empty Hand

Triangle Button
Head

 

L1 Button
Target Lock

L2 Button
Chase Camera

R1 Button
High Profile Trigger

R3 Button
Re-Center Camera

Start Button
Pause Menu

Select Button
Map

 
FREE ROAMING LOW-PROFILE CONTROLS

X Button
Blend

Square Button
Attack

 

Triangle Button
Vision

Circle Button
Gentle Push

 
 
Game Info
Platform:Sony Playstation 3
Release Date:11/13/2007
Publisher:Ubisoft
Developer:Ubisoft Montreal
Genre:Action
ESRB Rating:--
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Game Quality Ratings
Overall
8
Gameplay
8
Graphics
9
Sound
9
Concept
8
Difficulty: Medium
OVERALL
8/10

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