Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood

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  1. kentMOsabe
    Apr 18, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First of all, I want to clarify that I am playing this on the following hardware (to back up my arguments, just in case there are any doubters out there). Phenom II x4 965 BE 3.4ghz, 8gb ddr3 1600 RAM, HD5770x2 crossfire, Win7 Ultimate 64bit. So basically what happens in this game is that the frame rate drops to 29-30fps and it doesn't matter whether it's maxed out or in the absolute lowest settings possible, or in between, or whatever, it's all the same. So what can possibly be wrong with this? as you see by the specs of my PC above, this should not be happening. In other words this is a poorly optimized console port, and it is going to lag terribly on anything below what I just mentioned above (that would suck to have to buy 8gb RAM just to play this game, yikes!). That is why I warn you now, there are no patches or future updates that will fix this issue, EVER. Good luck trying to play it well, if you want to play it with different hardware and you think my hardware is the issue, than you can probably try intel processors and nvidia cards, but as I have heard, the same exact thing happens with those and it doesn't matter anyway. As for myself, I'll just max it out because it's all the same. As for the game itself, its a fun game (for me), but like I said, it may be different for weaker hardware with all the lag, and poor optimization. And if you don't have at least quad core in the 3.0-3.4ghz range or 8gb ram, or an HD5770 Crossfire (the equivalent of a single hd5870, yikes! those are expensive too) than I suggest you skip this game, because according to my observations, that's the kind of hardware you require to play it at the minimal 30fps...OUCH!… Expand
  2. Hamtier
    May 9, 2011
    10
    Assassin's creed is one of the few modern series,that only "improved" with the sequel.
    this is also true with brotherhood.even though the core gameplay has only had minor changes, the changes that were made do feel awesome.Like taking the offensive in combat,now actually rewards you with brutal attacks, and combined with the existing counter move,can make for epic fights.
    The titular    Assassin's creed is one of the few modern series,that only "improved" with the sequel.
    this is also true with brotherhood.even though the core gameplay has only had minor changes, the changes that were made do feel awesome.Like taking the offensive in combat,now actually rewards you with brutal attacks, and combined with the existing counter move,can make for epic fights.
    The titular Brotherhood is disappointingly enough a negligible asset, they feel more like an additional weapon,rather then a real team, and their biggest use is to cheat you out of an challenge. In the open city of Rome,there are many Storyline missions and once you get far enough in the main storyline, you get a few choices of side quests to do that mix up the experience a bit,like missions with free running or missions that require stealth and reward you with something very awesome..
    and this is just the Singleplayer ! Brotherhood also features a Online Multiplayer Function! so all-in-all,AC:Brotherhood is a fun experience you'll be busy with for quite a while.    … Expand
  3. aSsh0le
    May 24, 2011
    10
    one of the best games I've played, story is really interesting with characters based in real life and the most unique and awesome multiplayer out there thanks to this game I haven't touched uncharted 2 or any other multiplayer game in weeks.
  4. SuperJ
    Mar 22, 2011
    10
    Amazing Game. Update to the graphics engine improves so much on the look and feel, auditory sounds in the cities make it so much more lifelike than in the past two games, the HUD has been slimmed down and the optimization of the game is just amazing. New interactions, attacks, items, weapons, city economies, additional parkour elements and a brand new storyline delving deeper into DesmondAmazing Game. Update to the graphics engine improves so much on the look and feel, auditory sounds in the cities make it so much more lifelike than in the past two games, the HUD has been slimmed down and the optimization of the game is just amazing. New interactions, attacks, items, weapons, city economies, additional parkour elements and a brand new storyline delving deeper into Desmond makes this much less an upgrade with the same characters and different storyline, but a fully new game with four times the facets as the previous one.

    The multiplayer has been flawless since release day, being able to choose your own character skin and just the simple way to play multiplayer with the quick tutorial is so much fun and before you know it 2 hours have gone by in extreme fun. This was worth my $50 by a long shot.    … Expand
  5. daydanos
    Apr 17, 2011
    10
    Best game ever...I hope the story continues and never ends...I played all games of AC series and i said this game can't be better but it still was better and better .
  6. Lefty67
    Apr 23, 2011
    10
    Great Game!! I haven't played a single player game that kept me playing all night since GoldenEye 64. Definitely a must have. One of my top 5 favorites
  7. vraev
    Apr 27, 2011
    10
    Assassin's creed Brotherhood is a full blown sequel to one of the best examples of evolution in video games. The AC creed series began at the eve of the new generation of consoles and stunned audiences with its unique platforming and free roaming nature. However, the final game although still fantastic, fell short of the high expectations due to repetitiveness, limited combat techniquesAssassin's creed Brotherhood is a full blown sequel to one of the best examples of evolution in video games. The AC creed series began at the eve of the new generation of consoles and stunned audiences with its unique platforming and free roaming nature. However, the final game although still fantastic, fell short of the high expectations due to repetitiveness, limited combat techniques and dumb AI. The sequel AC2 made a tremendous "leap of faith" and reached all expectations with a fantastic scope that redefined the AC series among the greats such as Grand theft auto, Halo and Call of duty. Ezio is a rich character with resolve and motives to energize the player to follow his journey. Everything from the first game had seen an overhaul: Cities were bigger and varied with a lot more lively environment; Combat was gritty and fun; Free-running was sped up and amazing for exploration. Overall, the story matched these improvements and the game ended with a fantastic conclusion leaving the player wanting for more.

    As audiences looked forward to a full blown sequel, Ubisoft montreal annouched AC: Brotherhood that picks up right after AC2 in Ezio's shoes. Players were worried about it being AC2.5. But those fears can be put to rest as AC: Brotherhood is a full blown sequel with various improvements over its predecessor with every bit of care and love by the Ubisoft team that propelled the previous game to fame.

    Combat is now faster with a Batman-AA -esqe combo system allowing you to lay waste tens of enemies at once. The economic system has been improved increasing the value of money in game. Missions have a lot more variety and progression through the game is tweaked for the better.

    Overall, the refinements further bring AC towards being a historic and story-driven cinematic GTA.

    I look forward to further instalments in the series and wait eagerly for them to release on the PC.

    Varun    … Expand
  8. snooker
    May 18, 2011
    10
    Having never played Assassin's Creed before AC:B, I really can't tell this one is s better than the previous ones, but I definitely liked it. Firstly, the story was great and it should have lasted longer, but at least there were enough side missions to keep me occupied for a long time. Secondly, I loved the futuristic vibe the game gave me - even though I spent 85% of it roaming about RomeHaving never played Assassin's Creed before AC:B, I really can't tell this one is s better than the previous ones, but I definitely liked it. Firstly, the story was great and it should have lasted longer, but at least there were enough side missions to keep me occupied for a long time. Secondly, I loved the futuristic vibe the game gave me - even though I spent 85% of it roaming about Rome as Ezio, the atmosphere was so 'high-tech' that I could, ahem... feel Desmond and the others all the time. And finally, that plot twist at the very end? Now I can't wait for the next AC! So, great job, Ubisoft. Well, maybe I should mention that I only recently got into playing games, so I'm not too demanding a gamer, but nonetheless, a 10 for AC:B.… Expand
  9. Macmillan
    Oct 1, 2011
    10
    it is very good.my first game of assassin series.keeps u involvee for hours.though it a graphic demanding game it also runs on medium system.as my 512 mb gt210 handles it well
  10. julian_zizzle
    Oct 1, 2011
    10
    If you can spend your money on this, believe me it will not be a waste. Not only it adds to the fantastic story of AC with it's singleplayer mode, But the multiplayer game is also very original and exciting. I can say multiplayer ACB is something that everyone should play.
    The only flaw in Brotherhood (and other AC games) is that their single-player are always too easy that you will    If you can spend your money on this, believe me it will not be a waste. Not only it adds to the fantastic story of AC with it's singleplayer mode, But the multiplayer game is also very original and exciting. I can say multiplayer ACB is something that everyone should play.
    The only flaw in Brotherhood (and other AC games) is that their single-player are always too easy that you will rarely die unless you have only 1 hand or go to kitchen for a snack during the game. Also i think multiplayer abilities & perks could be more amazing but the game itself is so amazing already so these are not too much of a problem.    … Expand
  11. Massakmkz
    Sep 6, 2011
    10
    The game is amazing, I always liked the feel of playing Assassin's Creed, and I will always love. The gameplay is improved and have new counter attacks and they or awesome. The only differences, but stupid are little things that you did in Assassin's Creed II, that you do not do in this.
  12. lmg
    Oct 18, 2011
    10
    when i started playing this game i had no experience of assassin's creed 2(although i had played the first AC game), but really telling you this game can be counted as one of the best game i had ever played. i spent countless hour on this game and had a lot of fun. the graphics are great, the story is deep and engaging(although small) but the best part was the combat. i think the combat iswhen i started playing this game i had no experience of assassin's creed 2(although i had played the first AC game), but really telling you this game can be counted as one of the best game i had ever played. i spent countless hour on this game and had a lot of fun. the graphics are great, the story is deep and engaging(although small) but the best part was the combat. i think the combat is fluent. i played AC2 after AC brotherhood and i realised that the combat is much improved in AC brotherhood. i think the avg user score is much less than it deserves. that is why i am giving it 8.5.… Expand
  13. kindzadza
    Nov 3, 2011
    10
    Its amaizing how Ubisoft managed this game.
    It all started with AC 1. i couldnt stop playing and still it got repetitive.
    When AC 2 came out I thought it was a piece of brilliant software that was actually worth paying for. Most of gamers thought AC 2 was the limit. HELL Nooooo. ACB confirms that sky is truly the limit. It has amused me again. I just dont know what will they do with    Its amaizing how Ubisoft managed this game.
    It all started with AC 1. i couldnt stop playing and still it got repetitive.
    When AC 2 came out I thought it was a piece of brilliant software that was actually worth paying for.
    Most of gamers thought AC 2 was the limit.
    HELL Nooooo. ACB confirms that sky is truly the limit.
    It has amused me again.
    I just dont know what will they do with Revelations.
    Its hard to make sequels better and more interesting, so far it was a good streak, lets hope the same fate for ACR    … Expand
  14. Bela9a
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    Awesome game but I did miss something what was in AC2 but the multiplayer big plus. The story don't just break the story what was told in AC2. ACB is one thing that I like in the story and it was that you didn't anymore go to an another cities and the weapon collection is just even greater. The money investion thing or something called that is working. The Assassin reqruits are also a goodAwesome game but I did miss something what was in AC2 but the multiplayer big plus. The story don't just break the story what was told in AC2. ACB is one thing that I like in the story and it was that you didn't anymore go to an another cities and the weapon collection is just even greater. The money investion thing or something called that is working. The Assassin reqruits are also a good thing. Monument's are good thing that feels you in the city right now when you are playing. The horse riding in the city is just good and helps you get away to safty or just getting fast to place A to B. also the getting out of the animus and the synch thing is also a big plus.… Expand
  15. technoboy2008
    Nov 17, 2011
    10
    Anything less than 9 would be sheer injustice with this game. This game is truly worth the money you pay for it.
    The new Multiplayer mode is awesome.The Graphics are better than AC:2. The Story is awesome,the new weapon additions are praiseworthy.
    The scenery is beautiful and makes everything look real. i liked the addition of horses in this game and the "Borgia towers". The best part    Anything less than 9 would be sheer injustice with this game. This game is truly worth the money you pay for it.
    The new Multiplayer mode is awesome.The Graphics are better than AC:2. The Story is awesome,the new weapon additions are praiseworthy.
    The scenery is beautiful and makes everything look real.

    i liked the addition of horses in this game and the "Borgia towers".

    The best part was the recruitment of assassins,sending them on missions and contracts and the help they lent during fights.

    The story is beautifully and adequately explained and the ending of the game is ultimate and gives full satisfaction to an ASSASSINS CREED fan.

    Gameplay:8/10
    Graphics:9/10 (when compared to AC:2)
    Story:10/10    … Expand
  16. Acht_Neun_Aus
    Dec 22, 2011
    10
    This game is the best! I just have so many comments to say about this game that I can only say this is a game you should buy. 11 out of 10, I really like it.
  17. DrownedDrone
    Aug 15, 2012
    10
    A- Ten? Really? Yes. Really. Not perfect, but as good as a game can get. Addictive gameplay, excellent game design, Great story, And once again addictive game play. Even getting from one place to another is fun, and the wide range of weapon types (and animations to support them) can make every fight distinct. While every good game attempts to create a "real life" feeling, Assassin CreedA- Ten? Really? Yes. Really. Not perfect, but as good as a game can get. Addictive gameplay, excellent game design, Great story, And once again addictive game play. Even getting from one place to another is fun, and the wide range of weapon types (and animations to support them) can make every fight distinct. While every good game attempts to create a "real life" feeling, Assassin Creed succeeds simply because it does the opposite and claims: Nothing is real- You are just reliving a memory using the animus. This doesn't mean the graphics are any less good, but it does make any aspect of the game feel real. Nothing is real, everything is premitted.… Expand
  18. aloco4444
    Feb 26, 2013
    10
    This game didn´t cease to surprise me. The combat mechanics are very addictive, and the gameplay cunning and full with surprises. I played this game for a week and ended up playing every free moment I had until I completed all I could. The story is amazing, and I highly reccomend it for gamers wh want to have a good time for the 15 hours the game gives you, not counting the sidequests theThis game didn´t cease to surprise me. The combat mechanics are very addictive, and the gameplay cunning and full with surprises. I played this game for a week and ended up playing every free moment I had until I completed all I could. The story is amazing, and I highly reccomend it for gamers wh want to have a good time for the 15 hours the game gives you, not counting the sidequests the endless seeking of guards and enemies to kill.
    You have a widw range of weapons, and trying to max-level up your assassins will give you extra fun. This is a great game.    … Expand
  19. Waffee
    Oct 26, 2012
    10
    I love AC and Brotherhood is my favorite in the series so far.The voice acting,story,character personalities and Rome itself are amazing.The game runs well even on my PC( its not the best for gaming D: ). Anybody who enjoys AC needs to play this one. What better than an epic history based action-adventure game? :D
  20. Erimud
    Jan 25, 2013
    10
    The multiplayer was one of my favorite features on this game. I just logged in a couple nights ago after a thorough disappointment on AC3's multiplayer. To my surprise, there is still a huge following for ACB's multiplayer. This game is at the top of my list.
  21. Nadeslos
    Jan 25, 2013
    10
    This has refined the AC series to the near perfect point. Its a shame the next two games dropped the series on it's rear. This game had a large city to explore, lots of shops to renovate, landmarks to own, side quests to do, places to explore and a whole team of Assassin's at your command. The clothing was rich and vibrant and the scenery was stunning. The characters are loveable and theThis has refined the AC series to the near perfect point. Its a shame the next two games dropped the series on it's rear. This game had a large city to explore, lots of shops to renovate, landmarks to own, side quests to do, places to explore and a whole team of Assassin's at your command. The clothing was rich and vibrant and the scenery was stunning. The characters are loveable and the story inspiring. I highly recommend this game to any lover of the series but please please please start with AC1 and work your way up. Missing out on AC1 and AC2 does not allow you to enjoy this game to the full extent.… Expand
  22. ShayHacohen
    Feb 23, 2013
    10
    I'm a great fan of the Assassin's Creed series and this installment is definitely my favourite.
    Every time a new AC game comes out, and I look at the trailer, it looks so good and the first though in my head is "I wonder if it's gonna be better than Brotherhood"...
    And I end up enjoying them a lot, and I never get disappointed but they never manage to beat this one in the end. An    I'm a great fan of the Assassin's Creed series and this installment is definitely my favourite.
    Every time a new AC game comes out, and I look at the trailer, it looks so good and the first though in my head is "I wonder if it's gonna be better than Brotherhood"...
    And I end up enjoying them a lot, and I never get disappointed but they never manage to beat this one in the end.
    An amazing story (which makes the series so great imo), brilliant characters, and really smooth and fun (even though rather easy) gameplay.    … Expand
  23. Basem101
    Jul 12, 2013
    10
    this by far the best part of the AC series the story keeps getting better and better and will keep you dying until the very end with few twists in it they added the brotherhood and recruit system in this game which was awesome the missions in this game are awesome even the side missions you'll spend hours upon hours of fun and great entertainment
  24. sleeplust
    Aug 25, 2013
    10
    Best one of the Assassin's Creed series in the aspect of gameplay.Sophisticated,exquisite and artistic game.
    I should say that this game looks quite beautiful and can be played smoothly without unreasonable bruising of the designing.What I mean is that both the ideas or originality of the designers and the difficulty contribute to give a clean,artistic and fluent experience of    Best one of the Assassin's Creed series in the aspect of gameplay.Sophisticated,exquisite and artistic game.
    I should say that this game looks quite beautiful and can be played smoothly without unreasonable bruising of the designing.What I mean is that both the ideas or originality of the designers and the difficulty contribute to give a clean,artistic and fluent experience of playing,without too much burdensome or inflexible set.
    Music and voice are both excellent as the previous work.But I think some characters in English version speaks with a rigid accent of Italian that British and American people imitate.
    The graphics are not with so much blurring effect as Assassin's Creed II.But the sharpness with more detailed texture also looks very exquisite.
    The main plot of the story feels a bit short but worth playing,while the side missions are even more interesting and exciting.    … Expand
  25. phwaap
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    I came into AC Brotherhood with no expectations, having never played anything from the series. Enduring the initial investment in learning its controls and complexities proved to be an incredibly rewarding experience!

    In certain ways, this game has a lot of similarities to the over-hyped The Witcher III recently released. However, I'm still tidying up every last side mission in    I came into AC Brotherhood with no expectations, having never played anything from the series. Enduring the initial investment in learning its controls and complexities proved to be an incredibly rewarding experience!

    In certain ways, this game has a lot of similarities to the over-hyped The Witcher III recently released. However, I'm still tidying up every last side mission in Brotherhood with enthusiasm, something TW3 failed miserably to deliver on.

    Brotherhood had so many strong points that I kept telling myself that I would never remember how many cool things it offered.

    * An amazing rendition of Renaissance Rome.
    * Great voice acting. I also include here the variety of herald speeches, shop owner comments, and ordinary people speak.
    * Diverse and unique quests.
    * Cut scenes that were incredibly well-placed.
    * Fantastic incorporation of historic material.
    * Memorable characters, Authorities that were truly petty, city inhabitants were awesome as well.
    * A sense of purpose
    * Fantastic interaction with the environment. Not only your ability to scale most everything but blending in with crowds, remaking stores, etc.

    Never has a game made my stomach drop so frequently. It made an instant AC fan out of this gamer.    … Expand
  26. delphicAssassin
    Feb 9, 2015
    10
    First Assassin's Creed game I ever played, absolutely loved it. I now own all of the Assassin's games (minus DLC/Unity), and ACB is by-far still my favorite.
  27. Antor457
    May 20, 2015
    10
    My favourite game in the ac series!
    Why it's great:
    1.You get to use the apple!
    2.Assassin's friends help you
    3.New Antagonist:Cesare Borgia
    4.Caterina S'Forza returns
    5.More items to buy
    6.Romulus lairs
    7.Great soundtrack(My Favourite:The Brotherhood Escapes)
    and many more
  28. gameboy92
    Mar 3, 2018
    10
    Another good game form Ubisoft it is look like we cant get tired of playing AC series do we ? another great story and game play if you are new i would suggest to start playing for first ASSASSIN'S CREED .
  29. shatarah
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
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  30. PedroBatista91
    Jan 12, 2017
    10
    Assassin's Creed Brotherhood consegue manter a mesma linha de qualidade de seu antecessor, com gráficos aprimorados e excelente história e jogabilidade. É um jogo que você não enjoa, mesmo depois de quase 7 anos de lançamento.
  31. Luka0101998
    Nov 5, 2016
    10
    Best Assassins Creed ever made.

    Story 10/10
    Character 10/10
    Graphics 10/10
    Gameplay 8/10
    Open world map 10/10
    Collectibles around the map
    Renovating Buildings

    THERE IS NOTHING MORE TO SAY EXCEPT-WOW!
  32. Demon2017
    Jun 19, 2022
    10
    Лучшая часть Assassin's Creed. В ней всё сделано отлично, жаль, что подобных игр мы уже не увидим.
  33. CoKronakan
    Feb 12, 2018
    10
    On of the best open world action-adventure packed game iv'e played at the time. Did everything better, bigger, stronger and faster meaning the flow of the game. It was also the title that brought multiplayer to the table. Simply one of the best games Iv'e played even up to date. (And iv'e beaten a lot)
  34. Meta1234
    Apr 16, 2018
    10
    The follow-up to the AC II.

    Even though it was impossible to create a game that surpasses or even matches AC II in terms of overall feeling due to the saturation effect that is always present in the player's mind, this game comes very close. The addition of the 100% mission sync requirements was a bit frustrating at some missions, not sure if it was a necessary addition. Small    The follow-up to the AC II.

    Even though it was impossible to create a game that surpasses or even matches AC II in terms of overall feeling due to the saturation effect that is always present in the player's mind, this game comes very close.

    The addition of the 100% mission sync requirements was a bit frustrating at some missions, not sure if it was a necessary addition.

    Small criticism is that there was so much side-content to complete that it started becoming uneasy at times. In many flag-collectibles for example you had to figure out the path to them and you had to search for it in a long distance because you had to climb a wall from far far away to get to it.

    The main story missions were once again magnificent and the music dressing too.

    It is another 10. Maybe it would have been a 9,6 or something similar but it rounds up to a 10.    … Expand
  35. ItsGosho
    Aug 3, 2018
    10
    I can say the same as AC:2 ,the game is masterpiece like the previous one and the next one.
  36. greenbey
    Jun 27, 2020
    10
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    Improves in almost every way to its predecessor. Best game in the series. Rome is yours to take.
    Side missions are supporting the story and narrative and makes you feel like an assassin.
    Combat is easy but fun. Dungeon sequences are especially great.
    Highly recommended.
  37. greenisgood
    Nov 28, 2018
    10
    This was actually my first exposure to the Assassins Creed. And I can tell you even though many others felt this game should have been an expansion rather than a whole game, I can tell you that it does not matter, and i will fight tooth and nail anyone who says the story execution or game play was bad.
    Ezio's character. his charm, his smack talk immediately drew me into the game. The    This was actually my first exposure to the Assassins Creed. And I can tell you even though many others felt this game should have been an expansion rather than a whole game, I can tell you that it does not matter, and i will fight tooth and nail anyone who says the story execution or game play was bad.
    Ezio's character. his charm, his smack talk immediately drew me into the game. The amazing Roma Atmosphere and architecture was so breathtaking when i climbed my very first viewpoint sync that I cannot help but be a little biased in my review.
    I became crazy repairing the architecture around the entire map, it made me set aside hours dedicated to just stealing money from the local populace and guards so that i could rebuild the city for them, It had an amazing Robin Hood feel.
    As for the technical. The free run/climbing mechanic which is now a staple may have put others who played previous games off, but for me it was such a novelty I immediately fell in love with everything this game had to offer.
    The story was satisfyingly well executed, Though abruptly starting a continued story line from ACBrotherhood was a bit jarring for me personally when the climax rolled around, but never the less made me more than interested to know what the Lore was behind The Apple, Ezio/Desomnd, Templar's/Assassin's, It was compellingly written.
    It was one of the most pleasant and enjoyable game experiences of my lifetime.
    Recommendation from me.    … Expand
  38. Ernest_Figueroa
    Nov 23, 2018
    10
    Lo mejor que se pudo hacer con la saga esta en este juego, simplemente lo que se necesitaba, gran continuación.
  39. XBliss
    Oct 8, 2019
    10
    A great continue of Ezio's story. Some changes from the last part including brotherhood and a little bit graphics improvement but still it is great game compared to new ones assassins.
  40. SilverOrlov
    Sep 27, 2019
    10
    As good as it even can be good. Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood - is the culmination of an entire series of the game. Having saved all the best from history and atmosphere, which was cultivated from the first and second parts, the game got a slightly better graphics and some game-play ideas for this part. And it also brought us a lot of it's new things in story and atmosphere. Brotherhood -As good as it even can be good. Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood - is the culmination of an entire series of the game. Having saved all the best from history and atmosphere, which was cultivated from the first and second parts, the game got a slightly better graphics and some game-play ideas for this part. And it also brought us a lot of it's new things in story and atmosphere. Brotherhood - is the best thing what happened with this series.… Expand
  41. Tilt1k
    Feb 6, 2019
    10
    This is the true Assassins creed experience. Best characters and story even the villains. Fantastic setting and gameplay. I absolutely love this game!
  42. vladsemenovv
    May 15, 2019
    10
    Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood (рус. Кредо ассасина: Братство) — компьютерная игра в жанре action-adventure и стелс-экшена с видом от третьего лица, разработанная компанией Ubisoft Montreal для платформ Windows, Xbox 360 и PlayStation 3. Игра издана французской компанией Ubisoft 19 ноября 2010 года для консолей, а 17 марта 2011 года вышла версия для Windows[2]. Является третьей игрой вAssassin’s Creed: Brotherhood (рус. Кредо ассасина: Братство) — компьютерная игра в жанре action-adventure и стелс-экшена с видом от третьего лица, разработанная компанией Ubisoft Montreal для платформ Windows, Xbox 360 и PlayStation 3. Игра издана французской компанией Ubisoft 19 ноября 2010 года для консолей, а 17 марта 2011 года вышла версия для Windows[2]. Является третьей игрой в серии игр Assassin’s Creed.… Expand
  43. DiMoura
    Apr 4, 2020
    10
    Continua com um enredo brilhante, porém, inferior ao antecessor, as mecânicas foram melhoradas, deixando o sistema de batalha ainda mais fácil. (seria isso bom ou ruim?)
  44. NfeKteD
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    AC: Brotherhood took everything AC II did and improved a little, if you liked II, you will like Brotherhood. Soundtrack, history, setting, variety of missions and etc. are still as good as in the previous game.

    The biggest difference is that now we only have 1 city, Rome, but with a very large map (for the launch year) that is worth for games with multiple cities. Another difference    AC: Brotherhood took everything AC II did and improved a little, if you liked II, you will like Brotherhood. Soundtrack, history, setting, variety of missions and etc. are still as good as in the previous game.

    The biggest difference is that now we only have 1 city, Rome, but with a very large map (for the launch year) that is worth for games with multiple cities.

    Another difference is that in this, you can recruit people from the city for brotherhood, being able to send them on missions, level them up and call them during the fighting.    … Expand
  45. cezar88augusto
    Jul 9, 2021
    10
    Without doubt to me, this is version is on top three in Assassin's Creed serie. Of course, successors versions, there were better graphics, but the history of A.C. Brotherhood is striking, besides of the main character is so carismatic.
  46. apokalipto
    Aug 22, 2023
    10
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  47. jarvitom
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    This is probably the best AC even though its an expansion of AC2, they fixed and improved all the problems of 2, story is great, villain is great, combat 100% smooth and cool.
  48. Davtin1
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
    лучшая игра в серии, стелс, паркур,геймплей сюжет, идеальная игра если бы была бы оценка 1000000000 то я бы поставил именно такую оценку.
  49. Shokolat
    Jun 11, 2021
    10
    Уважаю эту игру, новая боевая система, доработанный стелс, рекруты, сюжет, новый город
  50. zyllus
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    This is the best game in the Ezio trilogy. The freestyle counter combat makes you feel like a true master assassin as you take down an army of enemies alone. You play as charming and everyone's favorite Ezio. The game takes place in Rome during the Renaissance. The map is huge with tons of content and missions and very little repetitiveness. The music is stunning and changes according toThis is the best game in the Ezio trilogy. The freestyle counter combat makes you feel like a true master assassin as you take down an army of enemies alone. You play as charming and everyone's favorite Ezio. The game takes place in Rome during the Renaissance. The map is huge with tons of content and missions and very little repetitiveness. The music is stunning and changes according to the location you are in the city. Playing this game makes you feel like you are actually living in Rome, the crowd is reactive and the game captures the essence and landmarks of the city beautifully. The game is filled to the brim with guild missions and assassination contracts. The flashback missions set in Florence show what happened to the love story of Ezio and Christina which is a tear-jerker. You can now recruit people and make them Assassins by sending them on missions or calling them for help whenever needed. Leonardo has 5 missions on destroying war machines that are like super-weapons for that era, these missions are tough and you need to plan your way into compounds without getting noticed. I have played this game thrice and yet I never have enough of this game. I actually passed my History exam on Renaissance by playing this game as you meet all the famous characters of that era.… Expand
  51. ChampionofDeaTH
    Oct 29, 2021
    10
    самая лучшая часть пройденная мною 4 раза, прекрасная эпоха возрождения так еще и с ассасинами
  52. The_D4RknesS
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    as fun and well done as previous games, for me much better than current games.
    .......
    Phenomenal game, took all the vibe of the 2 and perfected it, graphics, gameplay, combat...
  53. BlackDarkFOX
    Jul 24, 2022
    10
    This game confidently taught me to enjoy the beautiful and think about the eternal.
  54. EdWood94
    Sep 4, 2022
    10
    ----------------------------------------10=Perfect.One of my favorite game of all time.-------------------------------------------
  55. guihooded
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    provavelmente um dos melhores jogos da era Ezio. envelheceu muito bem e continua um ótimo jogo até hoje para quem deseja rejogar. no PC o gráfico fica melhor ainda do que nos consoles.
  56. omerpc1
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    While it is the best game in the Ezio trilogy, it is also the best game in the series. In this game, there are innovations compared to the previous games. Also, the story is not boring and the gameplay is not difficult like the previous games.
  57. Ezio1459
    Sep 1, 2023
    10
    艾吉奥·奥迪托雷·达·佛罗伦萨，传奇的刺客大师，伟大的刺客信条导师，他追随阿泰尔，超越了阿泰尔，虽然某种程度上只是阿泰尔和戴斯蒙之间的传话筒，或者说是先知和现代人之间的传话筒，但他已经足够伟大。刺客信条兄弟会是我的刺客信条系列启蒙之作。
  58. zaninif
    Sep 24, 2011
    9
    User kentMOsabe reported that he experienced 29-30 fps frame rate for this game. IMHO, this game has no frame rate issue whatsoever. With the graphics maxed out, I get 60 fps average on FRAPS with V-Sync on (which is a feature of V-Sync, not a game limitation) and 127 fps average with V-Sync off. My system is I7-2600, GTX 580, 8GB of RAM, 64-bit Windows 7.
    if you are a fan of the AC    User kentMOsabe reported that he experienced 29-30 fps frame rate for this game. IMHO, this game has no frame rate issue whatsoever. With the graphics maxed out, I get 60 fps average on FRAPS with V-Sync on (which is a feature of V-Sync, not a game limitation) and 127 fps average with V-Sync off. My system is I7-2600, GTX 580, 8GB of RAM, 64-bit Windows 7.
    if you are a fan of the AC franchise, this installment will not disappoint you. Note that AC:B combat and graphics are noticeably better than AC2. Also note that there are some rendering issues on the PC version (flickering) and it may disturb you at times    … Expand
  59. archurban
    Mar 22, 2011
    9
    I love the whole AC games. assassin's creed brotherhood (ACB) is even better, offers me more open world. I love games which are based on real history. AC or ACB continue to trigger higher attraction. I was addictive to play longer for AC 2 before. without doubt, I will fall into history again, and let me just be Ezio. graphic, environment, story, voice acting.... all these elements workI love the whole AC games. assassin's creed brotherhood (ACB) is even better, offers me more open world. I love games which are based on real history. AC or ACB continue to trigger higher attraction. I was addictive to play longer for AC 2 before. without doubt, I will fall into history again, and let me just be Ezio. graphic, environment, story, voice acting.... all these elements work together to make ACB perfect game. I don't want to talk about detail of story (it will be a spoiler). only one thing what I regret is why ACB PC version is out now after long delay. but it is worthy of every penny. from today I will enjoy the ride of adventure of Ezio again.… Expand
  60. shoegays
    Mar 27, 2011
    9
    Not without the occasional flaws (like a camera that will actively hinder you on some maps) but the improved combat system and extra stuff to break up the routine make this the best game in the series.
  61. JohnnyCA
    Apr 3, 2011
    9
    I played all games of AC series and i said this game can't be better but it still was better and better . In broterhood is all good of AC 1 and AC 2 and something else . Cristic's say's "story suck's " but i like him . He was full of twists and atmosphere was exciting. Ezio is tough guy and i like him . I won't say crap's its title "must have"
  62. solidsnack
    Mar 27, 2011
    9
    Ubisoft has crafted it's best port of an Assassin's Creed game yet. Not only are controls firmer and much easier to understand, but they are also unique and easy to navigate. Unlike the previous ports, there are no random graphical and gameplay bugs and if there were, then I haven't managed to spot them. The Graphics have been superbly optimized, much better than Assassin's Creed 2 on theUbisoft has crafted it's best port of an Assassin's Creed game yet. Not only are controls firmer and much easier to understand, but they are also unique and easy to navigate. Unlike the previous ports, there are no random graphical and gameplay bugs and if there were, then I haven't managed to spot them. The Graphics have been superbly optimized, much better than Assassin's Creed 2 on the PC. Despite their good intentions of deterring pirates, Ubisoft did away with their DRM settings and offered a much easier to use offline mode. Nevertheless, despite initial issues with the game launcher and connection, a quick look at the Ubisoft help page for the game quickly cleared away all my issues. And despite being 3 months late, ACB comes jam packed with all the DLC thus far as well as all the bonus characters and maps, courtesy of the Deluxe edition. Most other elements of the game are running quite like its counterparts of the consoles. While my only complaint thus far is with some further multiplayer connection issues, ACB on the PC is a stunning port, one that often isn't seen these days and any issues I may have with the game I trust Ubisoft will do a great job to fix them.… Expand
  63. DanielKroyer
    Jun 2, 2011
    9
    True what they say; AC:B isn't as good as the others. History-wise that is. No doubt that AC2 had a better story ("The Truth" and all that), but that doesn't make this one bad. This however has more replay value than the past 2 games in the franchise, since you have the multiplayer part. And since in our day and age people are so hooked on social networks, like Facebook, this alsoTrue what they say; AC:B isn't as good as the others. History-wise that is. No doubt that AC2 had a better story ("The Truth" and all that), but that doesn't make this one bad. This however has more replay value than the past 2 games in the franchise, since you have the multiplayer part. And since in our day and age people are so hooked on social networks, like Facebook, this also "invades" that. Ubisoft really went all in with this one and I shouldn't be surprised if future AC games will be more and more like this one. In short: Evolution.
    And I for one, can't wait till Ubisoft realeases "Assassin's Creed: Revelations" which maybe will include the one think that this one doesn't have; Co-op. And as promised will tie up all loose ends (...and cliffhangers) from "Assassin's Creed 2" and "Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood".
    It will be epic!    … Expand
  64. Gladio77
    Apr 12, 2011
    9
    Very good game. They are making it more and more and more into an rpg but not loosing sight of the action. In general i think is a standard games should have,. TIme and money was invested and a great final product produced, Buy it.
  65. duffeknol
    Mar 25, 2011
    9
    In the days of horrible console ports, ACB gives a sad PC gamer a little hope. True, we had to wait several months for it to come out (like part 2 in the series), but it was more than worth the wait. Consider the alternative. If they would've released this at the same time as the consoles, everyone here would be doing nothing but yelling 'port!' and giving it negative reviews. I'm very,In the days of horrible console ports, ACB gives a sad PC gamer a little hope. True, we had to wait several months for it to come out (like part 2 in the series), but it was more than worth the wait. Consider the alternative. If they would've released this at the same time as the consoles, everyone here would be doing nothing but yelling 'port!' and giving it negative reviews. I'm very, VERY glad Ubisoft took their time and delivered us this game in this state. There's barely any bugs, and if there are any, they can be overlooked. They are not gamebreaking. The graphics are stunning as usual, and I have yet to detect a single drop in FPS. Do note I am playing this game on a PC that is by today's standards considered 'pretty old', yet I am playing this game on max (except for AA settings).
    And also, the aggressive DRM has been removed. I consider it a duty for all PC gamers (especially the ones that are complaining about excessive porting) to go out and buy this game. Reward Ubisoft for their hard work to make this PC version not just good, but the best release! Next to that the game in itself is fantastic as well and worth buying even if it was a crappy port.
    One thing though: I would have given this game a 10, but I detracted one point because I smashed my mouse during one of the jumping puzzles. Automatically adjusting cameras at diagonal angles and keyboard jumping do NOT go well together. That's my only point of real criticism; that I have to go out and buy a new mouse. The scroll wheel's busted.    … Expand
  66. IateyourcakeXD
    Mar 30, 2011
    9
    I love this game! ive played 43 hours and cant stop playing. I believe that the actual story needs the carry on a bit more, although a brilliant game overall. Its a real improvement on Assassins Creed 2 and the multiplayer is fantastic. I belive this is a must buy game!
  67. JedC7
    Apr 8, 2011
    9
    I've played and finished both AC2 & AC:Brotherhood, just for the comparison... AC:Brotherhood took me less time to finish the story than in AC2. New moves & actions are now available but some new things made me bored like renovating places in Rome, finishing shop quests that will really take heavy loads of time and looting treasures for shop quests (items that are very rare). THE COOL PARTI've played and finished both AC2 & AC:Brotherhood, just for the comparison... AC:Brotherhood took me less time to finish the story than in AC2. New moves & actions are now available but some new things made me bored like renovating places in Rome, finishing shop quests that will really take heavy loads of time and looting treasures for shop quests (items that are very rare). THE COOL PART is you can raise a brotherhood of assassins and send them to missions, give them contracts, and even call for their help when assassinating. In the Uplay website, there is a thing called "actions & rewards" and by doing these actions in the game, you will earn credits and you'll be able to unlock rewards such as the character for multi-player, single-player costumes, etc. The environment looks very nice, and it's somehow near to realistic.The ending will surely tell you whether there will be a next series of AC or not, so buy it now! it's really worth it. In addition, there is a multi-player wherein you'll be needing an internet connection. the concept is about, assassinating each other, testing your assassin skills, blending with other people to cover your identity, etc. You'll be earning experience and level up, unlock new skills and new costume colors. the bad part is... it will take you about 10 minutes just to complete the player slots and start the game but sometimes it's really fast. Assassin's Creed Brotherhood is my #1 game :-bd… Expand
  68. TheangryOne
    Apr 8, 2011
    9
    In the era of lousy console ports, AC:B is a light in the darkness. While the story this time around is a little worse, it's still good. The combat's also improved greatly since AC 2, even though this makes the game a little too easy. All your favorite characters are here, some a little more....alive...than others. One thing I like about this game is that Desmond spends a little more timeIn the era of lousy console ports, AC:B is a light in the darkness. While the story this time around is a little worse, it's still good. The combat's also improved greatly since AC 2, even though this makes the game a little too easy. All your favorite characters are here, some a little more....alive...than others. One thing I like about this game is that Desmond spends a little more time outside the animus, this gives the story a little more diversity; my one major AC 2 complaint was that Desmond's story wasn't as prominent, because I really wanted to hear more about that. The best new feature I loved about AC:B was multiplayer. It's really intense and a great sigh of relief for FPS multiplayer games.… Expand
  69. buzer
    May 17, 2011
    9
    I'm huge fan of AC series too and must say this is another great part. Only bad thing i can think of is game difficulty. With help from your order missions are too easy. Don't think i've died more then 2-3 times for entire game. Other then that perfect game :)
  70. Gozeta
    May 19, 2011
    9
    The AC series has yet to let me down! After playing ACB, I await with great frustration for the next game of this franchise. The story keeps building up with great intrigue surrounding the modern day assassins.
  71. fi57yseven
    May 28, 2011
    9
    Easily one of...if not the best games made by Ubisoft , they really have captured ancient Rome and make you feel like you are apart of the vast community within the ACB world, with improvement to the way you fight the way you move and of course the all new ability to train assassins and be more interactive beyond the story is fantastic, only complaint i would have is that the story is tooEasily one of...if not the best games made by Ubisoft , they really have captured ancient Rome and make you feel like you are apart of the vast community within the ACB world, with improvement to the way you fight the way you move and of course the all new ability to train assassins and be more interactive beyond the story is fantastic, only complaint i would have is that the story is too short, without playing the side missions or collectables, you will easily see this game finished in 3 days for the story, i do not get why people are comparing this to the console version, i have seen both versions and the console version lacks in graphics and noticeably less people walking around the streets, and possibly if there were any glitches they have certainly been patched out on steam, i have the game 89% complete and have never crashed or experienced 1 glitch, another thing i would like to see when ACR comes out is a longer story, a lot more side missions and maybe as they have shown with the "Leonardos disappearance" add on story, that maybe players can download the new missions or contracts to keep the game alive.

    PC >> Graphics :10
    Story : 9
    Gameplay :10
    Audio :10
    Game Life : 8

    CONSOLE
    Graphics : 7
    Story : 9
    Gameplay : 10
    Audio : 10
    Gamelife 8    … Expand
  72. HazeSpire
    Aug 31, 2013
    9
    Almost perfect. Great graphics (PC), meaty and satisfactory combat (awesome finishers!), very good gameplay mechanics and an interesting story. I really enjoyed this one!
  73. ivan_buljevic
    Jun 24, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Brotherhood is great game, ,much assassinations and other fun stuff, great story... But graphics aren't even a bit better, so it looks little old. Also there is a one bug while climbing Colosseum I merged with wall. It looked funny, but starting mission from beginning wasn't funny. But game is great, awesome, long and just best Assassin's Creed ever!… Expand
  74. DaddyGamer15
    Jul 22, 2011
    9
    The game is buggy as heck but it is fun. Calling in your fellow assassins to do your dirty work is satisfying. I'm looking forward to the next installment.
  75. JimCorbett
    May 21, 2013
    9
    The best Assassin's Creed game. The story is absolutely amazing and the gameplay is the best yet. There are so many interesting side missions and other things to do that it keeps you playing for hours on end and it just never gets old. One of the best games I've played in a long time.
  76. BasilZero
    Sep 22, 2014
    9
    Game: Assassin's Creed Brotherhood
    Genre: Action
    Developer: Ubisoft System: Steam (PC) Total Score: 92/100 Value Score: 9.2/10 • Story: 10/10 • Characters: 10/10 • GamePlay: 10/10 • Graphics: 9/10 • Sound: 10/10 • Music: 9/10 • Length: 6/10 • Replay Value: 8/10 • Player Value: 10/10 Pros +Retains similar gameplay style to AC2 however adds many new elements to    Game: Assassin's Creed Brotherhood
    Genre: Action
    Developer: Ubisoft
    System: Steam (PC)
    Total Score: 92/100
    Value Score: 9.2/10

    • Story: 10/10
    • Characters: 10/10
    • GamePlay: 10/10
    • Graphics: 9/10
    • Sound: 10/10
    • Music: 9/10
    • Length: 6/10
    • Replay Value: 8/10
    • Player Value: 10/10

    Pros
    +Retains similar gameplay style to AC2 however adds many new elements to combat and item system
    +A lot of new type of missions and scenarios that add more to the sidequest portion of the game
    +Making money and increasing the economy now affects the entire city of Rome and is done differently from the previous game
    +More storyline and gameplay involvement with Desmond
    +Battles are much more bigger and more dynamic
    +Recruit Assassins to assist you in battles or even to partake in their own exclusive missions
    +Multiplayer Mode that comes with co-op and Free For All PvP Style
    +Gain the ability to redo missions and memories unlike the last game
    +Improved soundtrack

    Cons
    -The game is much shorter than AC2
    -The game mainly takes place in one region/City    … Expand
  77. kailip
    Dec 29, 2011
    9
    Awesome graphics, awesome gameplay, awesome story... everything is just so freaking good. The game is still fresh, not repetitive, fun as hell. It's almost perfect, but it's kind of unfair to give it a 10/10 if it's not very innovative. I mean, the game is almost perfect, fresh, but it's not very different from the second one. I'd give it a 9,5 if I could.
  78. Banhammer0
    Dec 3, 2013
    9
    Awesome story, great detailed setting, memorable characters, everything about this game was epic. The only thing preventing it from getting a solid 10 is it's linearity, which is there for every AC game but is something I hate in games so it gets a 9/10 instead.
  79. jim109109
    Dec 23, 2012
    9
    As the best game in the Assassin's Creed series, this stands as one of the more memorable games of this console generation. The franchise in general falls short in terms of controls - they are often less than fluid and you will find yourself cursing when Ezio does the opposite of what you wanted him to do. However, everything else is spot on, and exceeded my expectations. The city in whichAs the best game in the Assassin's Creed series, this stands as one of the more memorable games of this console generation. The franchise in general falls short in terms of controls - they are often less than fluid and you will find yourself cursing when Ezio does the opposite of what you wanted him to do. However, everything else is spot on, and exceeded my expectations. The city in which you are thrown, 1500 A.D. Rome, is remarkably large and faithful to history, containing recreations of many famous buildings. There is ton to do in the game, including new features such as calling upon assassins which level up and can be sent on missions for money and experience. You can buy buildings as well to extend your control and guarantee yourself a higher income. With great graphical style, the setting is perfect. The story is also fairly good despite the fact that it pulls a Lost on you at the end, leaving you in confusion and anticipation of a sequel to further explain things. The gameplay is as fun as ever, jumping around rooftops and finding ways to climb and explore the environment, in prince of persia style.… Expand
  80. HolyCrab85
    Aug 30, 2012
    9
    The storytelling is so much better than in part 1 and 2, but I'm missing the main target videos like in AS2. The climbing and the battles are much fun and there is so much to do outside the main story.
    Real good job ubi.
  81. tiho
    Nov 8, 2015
    9
    It's a great game by itself, although improvements over AC2 are relatively small. Combat is a lot smoother but also easier at the same time thanks to the ability to chain kills. Training your little army of assassins is pretty fun too. The main story is relatively short but there is plenty of extra side content to keep busy those who want to see it all.
  82. DiscoDiva
    Jan 27, 2013
    9
    Its PC Violent perfecto~! And of course, the best of the franchise. Loads to do and more open world. The option for Weapons and Costumes is incredible, the camera is smooth, free running is great, as usual and the story is any confusing like the newer Assassins Creed. Good mission balance and good, challenging story mode. The game is highly rewarding too. There is nothing wrong with theIts PC Violent perfecto~! And of course, the best of the franchise. Loads to do and more open world. The option for Weapons and Costumes is incredible, the camera is smooth, free running is great, as usual and the story is any confusing like the newer Assassins Creed. Good mission balance and good, challenging story mode. The game is highly rewarding too. There is nothing wrong with the game actually. It just insnt perfect.… Expand
  83. kebecritic
    Dec 31, 2013
    9
    Generally more polished than AC2 that was already a superb game. Less bang in the story as AC2 and not definitive in the series (hence revelations, which I haven't played yet) but a wonderful addition to Ezio's trilogy. A must play for all triple A gamers.
  84. ERB
    Jul 30, 2013
    9
    A game that you will never forget.
  85. Mahdiar
    Dec 12, 2015
    9
    Gameplay : 9
    Graphics : 9
    Story : 9
    Sound : 9
    **********************************************************************************
    Overall : 9
  86. AAKN
    Oct 13, 2013
    9
    Game Play[10]
    Controls[10]
    Contactable/Easter Eggs[10]
    Innovation[6]
    Graphics[10]
    Sounds[10]
    replay Value[7]
    Gaming Satisfaction[10]
    Price/Playtime[10]
    Technical Issues[10]
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    Over All[9.4]
  87. Imarullo349
    Jun 22, 2014
    9
    It's only been a year since Assassin's Creed 2, so you would be forgiven if you thought Assassin's Creed Brotherhood would feel more like a stopgap than a full follow-up. This game continues where Assassin's Creed 2 left off, with the same main protagonist, Ezio Auditore da Firenze, in the 15-16th Century. The game is not as good as the prequel but it comes very close. Assassin's CreedIt's only been a year since Assassin's Creed 2, so you would be forgiven if you thought Assassin's Creed Brotherhood would feel more like a stopgap than a full follow-up. This game continues where Assassin's Creed 2 left off, with the same main protagonist, Ezio Auditore da Firenze, in the 15-16th Century. The game is not as good as the prequel but it comes very close. Assassin's Creed Brotherhood has plenty of things for you to do, the graphics improved, and there are new mechanics that will surprise you. Many of the mechanics are forced but somehow fit in throughout the game. The events in Brotherhood have many meaningful memories since the prequel. If you played Assassin's Creed 2, you would know Ezio Auditore da Firenze, the young ladies man, turned deadly assassin. Assassin's Creed Brotherhood starts exactly where the previous game left off. Ezio's nemesis, Cesare Borgia obtained the powerful Apple of Eden. Lucrezia Borgia is the only new character and she is an important one. She is charismatic and a beautiful women and has a very odd relationship with her brother Cesare. The highlight of Ezio's tales are in the small touches and side missions. A series of flashbacks are sentimental and are a good reminder of Ezio's younger days. Claudia Auditore also takes on a leading position in this game. Overall it's good to see some female characters with presence. The main plot falls flat, since it does not reveal much we did not already know. On the other hand, there is the parallel story of Desmond Miles, a bartender whose ancestor’s memories you are visiting. The player gets to spend plenty of time with Desmond. If you thought Assassin's Creed 2's ending was a shocker just wait until this one. You spend most of your times as Ezio and you might miss having multiple cities to explore, but do not worry that Rome will feel confined. Rome is a huge place, it's gorgeous and there is a ton of stuff for you to do. A standard gameplay should easily take as much time as Assassin's Creed 2 did. The basics remain the same. You run across the city on rooftops, get some swordplay with some guards, you climb towers so you can get bearing on your surroundings and then leap off of them. You blend with citizens to tail your target and all of these things are as fun as ever. Almost everything received some kind of enhancement. On the combat side, you can kick your foes so you can catch them off guard before you sink your sword into them. It's a useful feature as well since enemies don't always wait around to attack you now. It isn't as much more challenging though, since you can now put together one stab kills which sheds plenty of blood. Some of those towers you climb must be set on fire. In order to do that, you need to assassinate an officer in advance. Prowling is easier now since you can find a horse almost anywhere. The economy means even more now too, since you must purchase buildings like tailors and blacksmith shops before you gain access to vendors. You even buy famous landmarks. There are a lot of improvements and changes for the better of the series. The biggest improvement is now you can recruit Assassin's. Remember the citizens being harassed in Assassin's Creed 1? They are back but now when you save them, they will join your cause. From there you send them off to missions on a menu interface. They level up, and eventually they become full-fledged assassins. You can call them in battle and then jump out of nearby haystacks or riding on a horse and do some of your dirty work for you. In the end though, this addition feels more than a bit contrived. The game leads you to believe that recruiting these assassins has some kind of overall purpose, but the whole thing feels pointless. The combat is so easy enough that you might even forget you can call on your brothers, and once you reach the end of the game, you discover that all that time you spent on training and recruiting doesn't really culminate really anything important. Luckily there are plenty of other features that help pick up the slack. Leonardo da Vinci is back, and some quests related to his role are beyond what you may have expected. Tombs have been replaced by lairs owned the Followers of Romulus. They provide some plat forming sequences. Not all missions are awesome. Ones that require stealth can sometimes fall flat. Overall there is a ton of variety and enough gameplay surprises to keep you guessing, so the cons of the game are just blimps on the radar. Finally Assassin's Creed Brotherhood added a multiplayer and it is quite interesting. You're assigned to a target to assassinate while someone else wants to attempt to assassinate you. You are surrounded by A.I.'s going about their own business. You need to blend with the crowd preferably people who look exactly just like you so you can prep up your pursuer. At the same time, you need to follow your radar to get the general vicinity and keep your eyes open to suspicious activity. It's not action-packed but it can get really tense. You might jump onto your target and kill him or her only to have your own pursuer plunge a dagger in your throat or you might get chased along rooftops only to lose your assassination contract because your target escapes. More silent kill’s means more points so just because you got the best kill ratio doesn't mean you are going to win. As you play, you earn handsome skills like being able to temporarily disguise yourself or using eagle vision to find your victim. It's wonderful improvement for Assassin's Creed Brotherhood for players who want something a little different. Assassin's Creed Brotherhood is gorgeous to look at. It oozes details everywhere, from the interior of palaces, to the famous coliseum. I did run into several occasions in which you fell through the geometry and were swimming in water many stories below the city. These and a few other features make Assassin's Creed Brotherhood seem a tiny bit sloppier than the first two games but overall it's still a visual stunner. It's not that better than Assassin's Creed 2 was. However it is shocking just how big Assassin's Creed Brotherhood is and somehow all manages to add vital and polishing new mechanics and a lot of great missions. A new multiplayer mode and you have a game that does anything but rest on its morals. Not every new addition it does is a step into the right direction but Assassin's Creed Brotherhood doesn't coast. Instead it's yet another reason to take that leap of faith. Remember, "Nothing is true... Everything is permitted". "La shai wak'ion motlaq bal kollon momken". I would give this game a rating of 96 out of 100.… Expand
  88. runner
    Sep 7, 2019
    9
    In short:
    +Splendid game. Everything about it is well
    +Gameplay is even more diverse than before +Revamps almost everything that AC2 did well -Though, it ends up being way too similar to AC2 -Story execution is weak IMO -Some (though not many at all) levels seem to be designed to just be unfairly difficult, just because of "Artistic" e.g. bad camera angles which drove me crazy at    In short:
    +Splendid game. Everything about it is well
    +Gameplay is even more diverse than before
    +Revamps almost everything that AC2 did well
    -Though, it ends up being way too similar to AC2
    -Story execution is weak IMO
    -Some (though not many at all) levels seem to be designed to just be unfairly difficult, just because of "Artistic" e.g. bad camera angles which drove me crazy at times.
    -Multiplayer is dead, but.. Oh well, it's been 8 years.

    Brotherhood is a terrific game. No arguing there.
    Only reason, for me at least, that it gets 9 and not 10 is the somewhat lack of originality.
    What I mean by that is the Brotherhood looks pretty much like AC2 Revamped - in both good and bad ways - It takes everything that AC2 did well, keeps it, and makes better the tiny rough edges that were there. Graphics feel slightly upgraded, combat is more fluid (though simple), and there are plenty of stuff to do and engage yourself in besides the main story.
    Still, it really all feels like been there-done that, in almost every aspect. The story is essentially the same as in AC2, in my opinion, and for me it was the weakest point of the game. While the "Big" story is to my likings (the whole Abstergo stuff and intertwining the the past etc), the execution is extremely mundane, as you can easily lose grip on what's actually happening between one killing and the other, and the whole bit that actually matters only comes in the very end of the game...
    Speaking of story, while it is cool that Desmond can parkour too now, the out-of-the-animus moments became redundant and more like a chore, as you go running around doing the same thing over and over for quite some time each time there was such sequence and or optionally getting out of the animus deliberately to "read emails" which turned out to be mostly boring and not too exciting or informative. (I still believe that the FIRST AC did very well the out-of-the-animus phases and that the entire series probably ditched completely the concept of making those phases actually relevant, storywise, besides the very ending or beginning of each game).
    The ending, by the way, was very much to my liking as well although it was somehow banned by many from the little I've seen, but I really think it what keeps me still motivated to go on to Revelations and find out what's next.

    That's a lot of digging around the probably most least cared for point in the game, but really, I think that matters and this only shows that story is slowly ditched in order to make a mainstream game.
    Brotherhood, like its predecessor, becomes quite repetitive towards the end and just makes you want to get it over with.
    What was done way better than AC2, is that there's much more diversity this time. There are many different kinds of missions or memories, and they're usually quite versatile - for example, the "tomb-raider" like levels from AC2 which felt pretty much all the same now feel a bit more unique and stand for themselves, each level has a somewhat different way of playing, etc.. So better job with diversifying gameplay.

    In short - this could've been a great AC 2 remagination.    … Expand
  89. bskierys
    Jun 16, 2018
    9
    This is my favorite entry in Ezio's story. The story in this game is engaging, and open world is just well prepared. Controls are still a little frustrating hence 9/10.
  90. Luizzrz
    Jun 20, 2015
    9
    Definitely the best in the whole series, the gameplay was extremely improved from AC2, because walking in slow motion and make your recruits kill your enemies is awesome, you can now ride horses into town (which is absolutely **** great)! the story is a bit worse but still, the missions were improved because of the diversity of Rome's areas and gameplay too, the free-running is more fluentDefinitely the best in the whole series, the gameplay was extremely improved from AC2, because walking in slow motion and make your recruits kill your enemies is awesome, you can now ride horses into town (which is absolutely **** great)! the story is a bit worse but still, the missions were improved because of the diversity of Rome's areas and gameplay too, the free-running is more fluent and responsive, so, this game deserves no less no more than 9 for me.… Expand
  91. scarfake
    Jan 8, 2016
    9
    scenario is not well as assassin's creed 2 but side missions and capturing city of rome is good thinking objectives. side quests have a scenario and leonardo's missions really enjoyable. you can ride a horse in city. graphics better than 2 and stealthing is more important. battle system faster and ezio use new combats because he is master assassin. saw old friends when played mainscenario is not well as assassin's creed 2 but side missions and capturing city of rome is good thinking objectives. side quests have a scenario and leonardo's missions really enjoyable. you can ride a horse in city. graphics better than 2 and stealthing is more important. battle system faster and ezio use new combats because he is master assassin. saw old friends when played main scenario. soundtrack is always good

    summary: i think best assassin's creed game after 2 and black flag    … Expand
  92. omer123
    May 27, 2018
    9
    fun addicting great with cool multiplayer mode and a fantastic open world experience
  93. Krzych
    Dec 30, 2016
    9
    Huge step up from AC II. While playing this game I felt like all my complains about the AC II were listened and Brotherhood was made right, even though I played both games in 2016 for the first time :) Not only it is a great game but itself, but it also fixes some things from AC II by going back. From storyline consistency, through graphics to character design, everything significantlyHuge step up from AC II. While playing this game I felt like all my complains about the AC II were listened and Brotherhood was made right, even though I played both games in 2016 for the first time :) Not only it is a great game but itself, but it also fixes some things from AC II by going back. From storyline consistency, through graphics to character design, everything significantly improved over AC II. No more horrible textures, game looks very clean, no more major inconsistencies in story and characters finally look good, especially Cristina and Catarina finally look as beautiful as they were described, not like some melted candles like in AC II. Combat a bit too easy but I prefer that over boring and overly long one from AC II. The best AC game I played so far (I played 5 parts so far, to AC III)… Expand
  94. merijnj
    Mar 5, 2018
    9
    (94/100)
    Doesn't improve much gameplay wise on AC II but certainly expands on the story in a very good way. I cared much more for Ezio after playing this game!
  95. MatikTheSeventh
    Oct 11, 2020
    9
    The story is a bit shorter, but still very fun. I love Ezio's development, and this is very much an improvement.
  96. PrdPak
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    While I am not a big fan of all of the AC games, I like this one this has childhood memories attached to it. This was the second games I first beat from finish to start. This ran beautifully on my old E6600 PC with only 2GB of RAM. The graphics looked fantastic for the time period, and still are decent. The gameplay was fun and fluid especially the combat and parkour mechanics. TraversingWhile I am not a big fan of all of the AC games, I like this one this has childhood memories attached to it. This was the second games I first beat from finish to start. This ran beautifully on my old E6600 PC with only 2GB of RAM. The graphics looked fantastic for the time period, and still are decent. The gameplay was fun and fluid especially the combat and parkour mechanics. Traversing around Rome on the rooftops was very fun. The story was phenomenal, i always liked Desmond. I always liked the split story, One second you are in ancient Rome, the other you are doing parkour around modern day Italy. The only problem I sort of have with this game is that the dialouge during battles repeats itself quite often, but that doesn't get in the way of how great this game is, also I have yet to see a game which offers this level of fluidity in combat.

    Overall its a great game, i would highly recommend you to pick this up, as it is usually pretty cheap on steam.

    9/10    … Expand
  97. moonlaba
    Jan 17, 2022
    9
    무엇보다 2편에서 바통을 이어받은 스토리를 착실히 마무리 지었다는 점이 맘에든다. 시스템적 변화보다는 간단한 진보정도로 타협한것도 좋았다.
  98. erdogfu96
    Feb 8, 2020
    9
    It was very good for the time.
    Graphics: 8:10
    Sounds: 8/10
    Story:10/10
    Fun:9/10
  99. Thejodjeremie
    Jun 29, 2020
    9
    A great sequel that improves upon the second game in every way with great gameplay, story, and world.
  100. kezzyhko
    Oct 25, 2020
    9
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    May 22, 2011
    80
    Polished conversion of the console version cannot be labeled as an add-on. This is an excellent full-featured game with interesting multiplayer mode. Period. [Issue#203]
  2. PALGN
    Apr 27, 2011
    80
    Built on the shoulders of Assassin's Creed II, Brotherhood is the most polished and robust execution of the Assassin's Creed formula yet.
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  3. Game Chronicles
    Apr 19, 2011
    92
    Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood isn't as much a sequel as a completion to the second game, and while this is certainly the best game of the three so far, you probably don't want to jump into the story without having played at least the second game first.
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