Assassin's Creed III - The Infamy

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  1. huss2215
    Nov 14, 2013
    7
    The game contains 3 episodes each running from 2 to 4 hours long with side missions for those wanting 100% The story is a lot of fun and it wraps up showing you why George has gone mad! It's definitely worth the price, and I'd even go ahead to say that it's better than the main campaign. You're given 3 animal powers total, 1 each episode, and it blends in really well with the gameplay,The game contains 3 episodes each running from 2 to 4 hours long with side missions for those wanting 100% The story is a lot of fun and it wraps up showing you why George has gone mad! It's definitely worth the price, and I'd even go ahead to say that it's better than the main campaign. You're given 3 animal powers total, 1 each episode, and it blends in really well with the gameplay, and level design. Get this!… Expand
  2. Ciocolici
    Jul 31, 2023
    7
    The "Tyranny of King Washington: The Infamy" DLC for Assassin's Creed III was once a source of intrigue, offering players an alternate reality or "What If" scenario where Ratonhnhaké:ton, without his identity as Connor, gains extraordinary superpowers. However, I must admit that I've never been a fan of such alternate content in games, and this DLC episode was no exception.

    The    The "Tyranny of King Washington: The Infamy" DLC for Assassin's Creed III was once a source of intrigue, offering players an alternate reality or "What If" scenario where Ratonhnhaké:ton, without his identity as Connor, gains extraordinary superpowers. However, I must admit that I've never been a fan of such alternate content in games, and this DLC episode was no exception.

    The storyline presented in this first episode out of three was average at best, and while the gameplay became more interesting with the addition of superpowers, I couldn't help but feel disconnected from the main story. It felt like a side diversion rather than an integral part of the Assassin's Creed narrative. Even if the story had been amazing, its impact on the overall plot would have been minimal, which left me somewhat disinterested.

    One of the major drawbacks of the DLC was the absence of Connor and the shift towards the fictional "Ratonhnhaké:ton" character. This diversion from the established protagonist, combined with the What If premise, made it difficult for me to become fully invested in the narrative. I found myself yearning for a return to the main storyline, where I had developed a strong connection with Connor's journey.

    Additionally, while searching for optional activities in the DLC, the snowy environment proved to be a hindrance and somewhat of a nuisance, making exploration less enjoyable than it could have been.

    In the past, I hesitantly recommended this DLC due to its unique premise and intriguing gameplay possibilities. However, due to Ubisoft's decision to restrict access to the DLC, even for those who have previously purchased it, I can no longer recommend it. This move by the company is disheartening and a disservice to players who invested in the content, only to have it rendered unplayable.

    In conclusion, while "Tyranny of King Washington: The Infamy" may have had some merits, particularly in terms of gameplay, its detachment from the main storyline and the subsequent inability to access it anymore make it impossible for me to recommend it. Ubisoft's handling of this DLC has certainly shocked the entire gaming industry.    … Expand

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  1. GameFront
    Mar 6, 2013
    65
    Without a narrative that really drives the episode forward, The Infamy doesn’t feel like a real meaningful addition to Assassin’s Creed 3. It does hint that The Tyranny of King Washington will be a solid add-on as we move further into it, but this introduction mostly leaves the player confused and waiting.
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  2. Cheat Code Central
    Feb 25, 2013
    68
    This first episode leaves you with a feeling of “That’s it?”
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