Assassin's Creed II

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  1. MoozipanCheese
    Sep 27, 2014
    10
    Not just satisfied at being the best Assassin's Creed game, Assassin's Creed II is one of the greatest games ever made. It's as if Ubisoft listened to everyone's complaints regarding the first Assassin's Creed and personally promised that they'd address them all. And what did we get? A sequel where everything comes together perfectly to form an exciting open-world adventure through 15thNot just satisfied at being the best Assassin's Creed game, Assassin's Creed II is one of the greatest games ever made. It's as if Ubisoft listened to everyone's complaints regarding the first Assassin's Creed and personally promised that they'd address them all. And what did we get? A sequel where everything comes together perfectly to form an exciting open-world adventure through 15th and 16th century Renaissance-era Italy.

    Players control the charming Ezio Auditore da Firenze (literally right after birth) in a classic tale of revenge that ends up becoming much bigger than Ezio could ever have imagined, and while the plot doesn't have much of an emotional depth following some early familial developments, it introduces more than enough characters and beautiful locations to keep the player entirely interested, and the twists and turns the story takes are truly thrilling.

    The game starts off at a leisurely pace, there's a few too many Assassination Contracts, and after playing later Assassin's Creed games, Ezio's somewhat slow climbing speed and the overblown combat system can at times feel slightly antiquated. Furthermore, Desmond's story feels both promising and yet pointless, but thankfully he can be mostly ignored. Aside from these issues, and perhaps some other very minor flaws that will affect individuals to differing extents, this game is without a doubt worth any gamer's time, even if they have no interest in the rest of the series.    … Expand
  2. BenHazelden
    Oct 13, 2014
    9
    Assassin's Creed II blows the original out of the water. The game-play mechanics have improved ten-fold (although there is still room for improvement), the music is nostalgic and the characters are actually likable. The narrative is far more gripping and interesting, offering a long, action packed murder spree!
    9/10 - Ben Hazelden
  3. SythusRATINGS
    Oct 19, 2014
    9
    Assassin's Creed II is the product of over two years of intensive development by the original creative team behind the Assassin's Creed brand. In a vast open world environment, the game invites players to incarnate Ezio, a privileged young noble in Renaissance Italy who's been betrayed by the rival ruling families of Italy. Ezio's subsequent quest for vengeance plunges players into an epicAssassin's Creed II is the product of over two years of intensive development by the original creative team behind the Assassin's Creed brand. In a vast open world environment, the game invites players to incarnate Ezio, a privileged young noble in Renaissance Italy who's been betrayed by the rival ruling families of Italy. Ezio's subsequent quest for vengeance plunges players into an epic story that offers more variety in missions, surprising and engaging new gameplay elements, diverse weapons and a profound character progression that appeal to fans of the original Assassin's Creed as well as entice players new to the brand.… Expand
  4. ACGAMESOP
    Jan 18, 2015
    9
    I loved this game.It has too many inovations and a much better character than the first.The story is also pretty
    good.I don't think it is the best of the series as many say but if u liked the first or the others u have to buy it
  5. AvxrageJoe
    Jun 30, 2015
    9
    First Assassin's Creed game I played. And maybe the best. The game was long but never boring. The story and plot were great. Music and atmosphere were top notch. The gameplay was great as well.

    (I played this in 2011, I'm just now writing the review)
  6. josesueiro
    Apr 21, 2016
    10
    Assassin's Creed II is a 2009 action-adventure video game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft.

    + The Italian Renaissance
    + The Conflict Between the Assassins and Knights Templar
    + Good Gameplay
    + Leonardo Da Vinci
    + Ezio Family
    + Great Music
    + Awesome Open World Action Adventure Game
  7. MrMoodle
    May 8, 2015
    8
    The game is great and all, but oh my the sh*tty cash grabs it left in its wake... A great start to a terrible evil boring repetitive money-making series.
  8. SKP23en
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    The only game so far that I, as a semi-casual player, have finished it at 100%. Really lovely and fun, has improved mechanics, good story and graphics.
  9. Nel
    Dec 13, 2016
    8
    Best Assassins creed game up to date, takes you through a amazing journey, and will make you want to collect all the collectables. Really enjoyable. Great game
  10. vinicius77777
    Feb 21, 2016
    10
    ótimo jogo, foi o primeiro jogo da série que eu salvei, curti muito esse jogo. história muito boa, jogabilidade ótima, ótima inteligência artificial, personagens show e uma fantástica trilha sonora.
  11. DanishGamingGuy
    Apr 11, 2016
    9
    a nearly perfect Assassin's Creed game after the first one i don't think many expected anything good but it is just amazing fun gameplay and good story with the best PROTAGONIST in any ubisoft game
  12. SrPepe
    Oct 29, 2017
    9
    El progreso que tiene Ezio Auditore a lo largo de la historia es increíble, excelente juego de Ubisoft. Sin duda, el mejor juego de toda la saga de Assasins.
  13. MEFzelder
    May 18, 2016
    9
    A diferencia del primer juego que era repetitivo y solo se destacaba por la calidad gráfica "Assassin's Creed II" mejora en todas las características que eran débiles como el sistema de combate, una historia más atractiva, variedad de misiones y mundos abiertos con mejor cantidad de elementos para interactuar.
    La historia continúa directamente donde termino la primer parte, con Desmond    A diferencia del primer juego que era repetitivo y solo se destacaba por la calidad gráfica "Assassin's Creed II" mejora en todas las características que eran débiles como el sistema de combate, una historia más atractiva, variedad de misiones y mundos abiertos con mejor cantidad de elementos para interactuar.
    La historia continúa directamente donde termino la primer parte, con Desmond Miles escapando de las instalaciones de Abstergo bajo la protección del gremio de asesinos de la actualidad, ellos introducen a Desmond en el cuerpo de otro asesino, Ezio Auditore de Firenze.
    En esta situación la historia y los gráficos sirven para hacer una aventura al mejor estilo Hollywood, con una dirección artística que permite involucrarte mejor con éste nuevo asesino e involucrarte en su cometido. No solo la historia de Ezio es buena, el juego integra mensajes ocultos que narran una historia que debela secretos dentro de pinturas reales y hechos históricos distorsionados para crear una conspirativa entre los hechos globales más importantes y el Fruto del Edén.
    El juego no es perfecto, tiene uno que otro bug y glitch pero no dañan la experiencia de juego. La historia es lo mejor, y la Italia del renacimiento es un gran ambiente para que se desarrolle el juego. Recomiendo totalmente "Assassin's Creed II" si buscas involucrarte en la historia y aprender sobre la conspiración templaria a lo largo del tiempo.    … Expand
  14. Empyrea
    Aug 9, 2017
    7
    Personally I enjoyed more the first Assassin's Creed and the Brotherhood. Of course in this game you can do more things than in the first one, and you have lots of weapons to use. The itialian cities are awesome. Cinematic is ok because I think they did to much close ups to the characters. In the Brotherhood was better made in my opinion. It took me 18 hours (counting some extra game butPersonally I enjoyed more the first Assassin's Creed and the Brotherhood. Of course in this game you can do more things than in the first one, and you have lots of weapons to use. The itialian cities are awesome. Cinematic is ok because I think they did to much close ups to the characters. In the Brotherhood was better made in my opinion. It took me 18 hours (counting some extra game but not all). Some of the missions were unecessary too long because it was more of the same thing. To sum up, I expected more but if you like the serie you must play it.… Expand
  15. indigobeast
    Jul 10, 2017
    9
    Despite its predecessor being a bit of a disappointment. AC2 is the game in the series that changed the franchise forever. It was a really special game and i still have nostalgic memories of it. The story is way more interesting this time around and the cities are more beautiful than ever which inspires you to explore as much of the map as possible. The protagonist Ezio is one of the bestDespite its predecessor being a bit of a disappointment. AC2 is the game in the series that changed the franchise forever. It was a really special game and i still have nostalgic memories of it. The story is way more interesting this time around and the cities are more beautiful than ever which inspires you to explore as much of the map as possible. The protagonist Ezio is one of the best main characters in video game history. he's realistic, badass and extremely charismatic. the game is full of memorable characters which are virtually unforgettable. Another awesome feature is that you can buy weapons and armour from shops which really expands the experience. However I couldn't care much about the side story with abstergo and Desmond. But even with that it's a must own for everyone who is into video games not just a fan of the franchise. It truly is amazing in ever aspect.… Expand
  16. XxJoseManuelxX
    Aug 16, 2016
    10
    Assassin's Creed II is a action-adventure video game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft.

    + The Italian Renaissance
    + The Conflict Between the Assassins and Knights Templar
    + Good Gameplay
    + Leonardo Da Vinci
    + Ezio Family
    + Great Music
    + Awesome Open World Action Adventure Game
  17. Lewis-Angelo
    Feb 28, 2017
    8
    el inicio de lo que hizo grande a la saga, Ezio Auditore

    se resiente un poco de popping, tearing y de ser facilón
    pero sin eso no podríamos disfrutar de semejante Italia renacentista ni de ser un juego que puede disfrutar todo el mundo

    historia entretenida y apartado artístico brutal
    "nada es verdad, todo está permitido"
  18. OldSchoolReview
    Aug 31, 2016
    9
    Comparised to the original sequel, this game feels as a new franquise! Enjoyable characters, Ezio auditore, in my opinion, the best assassin, over Altaïr, connor, Kenway,etc. This game is like another prince of persia, masterful, the best assassin´s creed, in my opinion.
  19. mefzeldernx
    Mar 3, 2018
    9
    "Assassin's Creed II" ha dado un salto de calidad y nos ofrece una de las mejores historias de ficciones históricas, en la Italia renacentista controlamos a Ezio en su historia de venganza y descubrimiento.
    La jugabilidad ha mejorado, pero no deja de tener un sistema de combate mediocre y misiones repetitivas. La historia es la gran estrella, junto con los gráficos, mezclar personajes    "Assassin's Creed II" ha dado un salto de calidad y nos ofrece una de las mejores historias de ficciones históricas, en la Italia renacentista controlamos a Ezio en su historia de venganza y descubrimiento.
    La jugabilidad ha mejorado, pero no deja de tener un sistema de combate mediocre y misiones repetitivas. La historia es la gran estrella, junto con los gráficos, mezclar personajes históricos y darle un rol participativo es brillante, y ayuda a crear giros argumentales a los datos históricos.
    Sin lugar a dudas Ubisoft ha hecho con "Assassin's Creed II" una franquicia de mucho potencial, de lo que era un IP que solo servía para mostrar las cualidades gráficas de la PS3 y XBox 360.    … Expand
  20. El-Stresso
    Nov 6, 2016
    10
    This Assassin`s game was the last masterpiece in the serie. In my opinion everything went downhill after this one, so when the Ezio collection comes out for Ps4 I will most likely buy it. I can recommend this game for everyone.
  21. Jaleo
    Jan 13, 2017
    9
    The only and best sequel in the series. Took AC1 and threw it to the paperbasket. It improved in all kind of scales, from gameplay to ambience. Even if it was that old, it had one of the best looks on PS3. And that having in mind it had 2 huge cities and some other scenarios. Like usual, it makes you think you are in some kind of tv show with all those plots, twists, intrigue,The only and best sequel in the series. Took AC1 and threw it to the paperbasket. It improved in all kind of scales, from gameplay to ambience. Even if it was that old, it had one of the best looks on PS3. And that having in mind it had 2 huge cities and some other scenarios. Like usual, it makes you think you are in some kind of tv show with all those plots, twists, intrigue, conspirations, etc... Ezio is probably the more chrismatic character in any AC game, and him and other characters are well played and voice acted (specialy the spanish version). If you remember AC1, then would htink this game was more of the same, but it wasn't. Yes, it had quite the repetitive missions too and sidequests. But much better masked. Sadly the rest of the series took this same way, and thats why after AC2 none have surpassed it or improved. Yes, maybe they chanegd little things, improved combat mechanics... but was alwyas the same. Sadly too, this kind of games is full of bugs, not to mention sometimes the controls will spoil the gaming experience, to the point to wish to throw your gamepad.… Expand
  22. BabyRants
    Mar 29, 2017
    10
    This game takes me back to 2010, back when I would watch my dad play this game. I never knew what it was about, but when I went to it and played it, it's a masterpiece of a game. Nothing can beat this game, although it isn't my favorite game ever. NOTHING beats this game for me.
  23. Verwey
    Nov 21, 2017
    10
    This game is the reason I fell in love with this franchise. Beautiful world design, amazing story, and awesome characters. Took everything from the 1st and bettered it! Ezio is one of my favorite video game characters. One of the best games ever made.
  24. YASIFAIZI
    Oct 13, 2017
    10
    AC2 is the best so far
    Great Graphics, best story, awesome character, fun open world, great missions, historical character
    and many more this game is highly recommended
  25. syandicate
    Jun 14, 2020
    9
    +Story +Characters +Enriched Universe
    +Glyphs +Assasin tombs +Sounstracks -AI -Pointless collectibles-Combat
  26. Dr_Unk
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Huge improvement from the last game! The only thing I had an issue with was the area's of San Gimignano and Forli. Didn't really find it necessary to put missions and collectibles in those area's when you are only going there for one mission. Other than that, I highly recomend this game
  27. Jorge_RodriVaz
    Jul 5, 2020
    9
    He vuelto hace relativamente poco a jugarlo. Lo cierto es que me ha sorprendido la calidad en términos de recreación histórica. Además, la primera parte en Florencia tiene un ritmo muy acertado, algo que no se puede decir de Venecia. En esta parte del juego las misiones se hacen tremendamente repetitivas y sin gracia. Aunque le salva lo bien recreada que está Venecia. En cuanto a términosHe vuelto hace relativamente poco a jugarlo. Lo cierto es que me ha sorprendido la calidad en términos de recreación histórica. Además, la primera parte en Florencia tiene un ritmo muy acertado, algo que no se puede decir de Venecia. En esta parte del juego las misiones se hacen tremendamente repetitivas y sin gracia. Aunque le salva lo bien recreada que está Venecia. En cuanto a términos históricos he hecho un vídeo analizándolo, hablando de algunos temas que no quedan bien explicados durante la historia de Ezio. Creo sinceramente que este juego fue el cúlmen de Ubisoft, ya no hacen nada de la misma calidad. Puede estar hablando la nostalgia pero creo que los de hoy en día no merecen las ventas que generan, al menos en términos de ventas-calidad. Pero para gustos los colores. Dejo aquí el link por si alguien quiere volver al Renacimiento.
    [links not permitted]    … Expand
  28. Domdom21br
    Jan 5, 2022
    7
    não curti muito, o jogo é meio repetitivo e chato, os graficos são até que ok, e a jogabilidade eu não consegui me adaptar
  29. Nightmare24_7
    Aug 27, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. I've gotten the platinum trophy 2 times (ps3 ps4) and i gotta say that as many times as i play this game it will feel great and revolutionary.
  30. Juldan09
    Jan 28, 2011
    9
    This is a great historic adventure game filled to the brim with brilliant combat both armed and unarmed, great stealthy kills and most important of all it has a gripping, intense, exciting story! Why a 9 if its that good? Well, for the simple reason that you'll start killing guards, even when you don't feel like playing, the counter move is maybe a little to overpowered an when you jumpThis is a great historic adventure game filled to the brim with brilliant combat both armed and unarmed, great stealthy kills and most important of all it has a gripping, intense, exciting story! Why a 9 if its that good? Well, for the simple reason that you'll start killing guards, even when you don't feel like playing, the counter move is maybe a little to overpowered an when you jump into the water the guards stop following you. If only it had a little bit more of artificial intelligence, Assassin's Creed II, would be an extremely excellent game.
    But other than that the spectacular free-running, the great combat system and the well voice-acted story turn into one of the best games on PS3 and a definitely enhanced version of Assassin's Creed. A must play for every serious gamer who owns a PS3.    … Expand
  31. Shabran
    Aug 25, 2010
    9
    Assassin's Creed 2 is an example of how to improve on pretty much everything from the first iteration (Assassin's Creed). The game looks excellent and the design is still as impeccable as the original game. The game-play mirrors the original greatly and this is not a bad thing. The audio design is top notch as you feel that you really are in these events that are taking place. The story isAssassin's Creed 2 is an example of how to improve on pretty much everything from the first iteration (Assassin's Creed). The game looks excellent and the design is still as impeccable as the original game. The game-play mirrors the original greatly and this is not a bad thing. The audio design is top notch as you feel that you really are in these events that are taking place. The story is quite engrossing and is bolstered by side quests that actually relate back to the main storyline. If you found yourself finding that the original was a little repetitive but enjoyed the story then you will love the sequel as it retains the strong story elements and makes the game a lot more varied and interesting.… Expand
  32. harryf308
    Aug 14, 2010
    9
    Amazing Game. The around 20 hours of gaming time (came to around 3 days worth of time) spent by myself on this game was extremely fun and immersive. The missions vary and are diverse from each other, and the settings and themes of Renaissance Italy fit in very well with the gameplay. Only held back by the lack of wanting to go back to the game again, however an excellent game netherless.Amazing Game. The around 20 hours of gaming time (came to around 3 days worth of time) spent by myself on this game was extremely fun and immersive. The missions vary and are diverse from each other, and the settings and themes of Renaissance Italy fit in very well with the gameplay. Only held back by the lack of wanting to go back to the game again, however an excellent game netherless. Vast improvements over the first game and now has a place on my gaming shelf. Loved the game, and i recommend it!… Expand
  33. Kogia
    Aug 31, 2010
    9
    This game is just so much fun and it is so beautiful to look at, each area is rendered in amazing detail, so it's a real joy just wandering (or leaping and climbing) around the fully realised cities of Italy. I wasn't expecting it to be so much of a 'sandbox' style environment, you can just roam around for hours. I'm really taking my time with it and doing all the side missions, all theThis game is just so much fun and it is so beautiful to look at, each area is rendered in amazing detail, so it's a real joy just wandering (or leaping and climbing) around the fully realised cities of Italy. I wasn't expecting it to be so much of a 'sandbox' style environment, you can just roam around for hours. I'm really taking my time with it and doing all the side missions, all the extra bits and pieces will give you a huge amount of game-time. I am fairly new to this era of gaming, but I have swiftly become a huge fan of this game and am very excited about continuing the story. The story is really engrossing and even the NPC's are endearing characters. An Assassin's whole raison d'être is to kill people, so I'm not certain what people who have said its repetitive were expecting, even so there are quite a few other bits to do. It has taken up a large part of my life since I bought it at the beginning of August. Epic, enjoyable and even educational.… Expand
  34. Moviebuffreview
    Mar 18, 2012
    10
    I could go on for hours in terms of how Assassin's Creed II improves and expands upon it's predecessor in terms of gameplay, combat, visuals, and overall presentation. All of these elements have been perfected and make Assassin's Creed II one of the best games in the open world genre. What makes Assassin's Creed II the king, however, is it's narrative, which introduces one of the mostI could go on for hours in terms of how Assassin's Creed II improves and expands upon it's predecessor in terms of gameplay, combat, visuals, and overall presentation. All of these elements have been perfected and make Assassin's Creed II one of the best games in the open world genre. What makes Assassin's Creed II the king, however, is it's narrative, which introduces one of the most likable characters in videogame history and brings the player on an emotional journey as he transforms from a boy into an Assassin both in the past and present. It's emotional, thrilling, and breathtaking. One of the industry's best games.… Expand
  35. moviegrabbag
    Dec 9, 2011
    9
    I loved this game. A great follow up to the first game with some great additions. I liked the story in this one a little more and it also has a ton o fun side missions. Can't wait to play the next one.
  36. kublay0880
    Nov 21, 2012
    8
    I had days and days of fun with this game, for those who love the free roaming games like me, you are going to have a lot of fun jumping from building, diving into the river and jumping into enemies from hiding, it takes a while to get used to the controls but it's not impossible. Beautiful backgrounds, sounds and voice acting. AI could been better and story it's hard to follow since youI had days and days of fun with this game, for those who love the free roaming games like me, you are going to have a lot of fun jumping from building, diving into the river and jumping into enemies from hiding, it takes a while to get used to the controls but it's not impossible. Beautiful backgrounds, sounds and voice acting. AI could been better and story it's hard to follow since you have the natural flow of the game plus two or three parallel stories to follow.… Expand
  37. folk_tylore
    Oct 8, 2010
    9
    This game was almost infinitely better than the first, it combines a more rpg element with classic adventure gameplay. I beat it in a little under a week but it has a pretty solid replay value. The story is interesting and helps keep you motivated to continue playing although i thought the end of the game story wise was a bit disappointing. Where the first game was very linear andThis game was almost infinitely better than the first, it combines a more rpg element with classic adventure gameplay. I beat it in a little under a week but it has a pretty solid replay value. The story is interesting and helps keep you motivated to continue playing although i thought the end of the game story wise was a bit disappointing. Where the first game was very linear and repetitive this game improves giving you new abilities and a variety of missions definitely worth playing at the very least a rental.… Expand
  38. JKBPP
    Nov 26, 2010
    9
    Most of us means, that a sequel to a game is not as good as the first one, or even bad... But I think that Assassin's Creed 2 is a HUGE upgrade from the first game (which sucked). The minigames makes the game extremely long and varied, the fights works alot better, the weapons are awesome, it's cool that Leonardo Da Vinci is in the game etc. I could continue with the good things! The onlyMost of us means, that a sequel to a game is not as good as the first one, or even bad... But I think that Assassin's Creed 2 is a HUGE upgrade from the first game (which sucked). The minigames makes the game extremely long and varied, the fights works alot better, the weapons are awesome, it's cool that Leonardo Da Vinci is in the game etc. I could continue with the good things! The only bad thing about the came is, that the free-run still needs some work. So I'll give it 9/10.… Expand
  39. Jani
    Nov 22, 2010
    9
    Bought this game on sale 9 months after release - 12,99 eur complete edition. First I tried to play but just couldn't go on 'cause game sucked heavily. Later on I gave it a second go and got addicted. With over 50 hours of game-play and platinum trophy unlocked (yey!) that was money well spent. And I got refunded amount of 19,99 euros in trade for LBP 2.
  40. tekshow
    May 26, 2011
    9
    AC2 shows some true beauty in this generation. The fact you can get a game like this, with a lot of AAA greatness oozing from in for $30 bucks or less. Probably for less than dinner out with your favorite dining companion you can enjoy over 30 hours of gameplay if you dig into AC2 as your next meal. That's how I came across AC2. I despised the first game, which was more or less a tryout ofAC2 shows some true beauty in this generation. The fact you can get a game like this, with a lot of AAA greatness oozing from in for $30 bucks or less. Probably for less than dinner out with your favorite dining companion you can enjoy over 30 hours of gameplay if you dig into AC2 as your next meal. That's how I came across AC2. I despised the first game, which was more or less a tryout of next-gen hardware at the time. The original featured a bland story, somewhat disappointing graphics despite being lauded, and worst of all repetitive game design. The latter is something I think developers battle in any game. Every game has repetition, and every game has certain confines limited by it's own design. Life itself has repetition, but for some reason it's something we want disguised in the form of "fun" when it comes to gaming. Super Mario Bros. on the NES had tremendous amounts of repetition and it's still fun to run through all the familiar levels. No one really complained upon it's release or ever, that the levels are all basically built around the same premise. Personally for this meta-reviewer, games like GTAIV do a poor job of this and I find myself yawning as I strain to finish the same errand missions over and over. AC2 manages to make it feel as if the player is stumbling upon more than just the plot. The discoverable items in the game just kind of fall into your way without much effort. If you want to 100% the game, however, it's going to/ take some serious dedication. The main point here is that none of the scavenging is really required nor does it detract from the meat of the game. Something I hope they expand in the future (I haven't played Brotherhood) is the village monetary system. It was the one thing I searched out during my play through. Every item you purchase including weapons, clothes, paintings, and other collectibles all translate into improvements for your home villa. It's a fun way to express historically, how traded technology and wares would equate to value for parts of the world engaged in trading. The more you trade/buy at other locations the more income you'll receive. Soon Ezio is in the mint receiving some fat pay checks after every 20 minutes of the game clock goes by. This in turn frees you up to scour the world for treasure or just let it be and wait until pay day. The narrative itself is the driving force of this game. Things start off slow explaining the background of the Aldetorre family, Italian culture, and a bit of history. The latter of which takes more of a forefront than it ever did before. Using the "animus" matrix style jack in and time travel method of the first game Ezio is fed knowledge on historical landmarks, people, and dynasties from a team of people in the "real" world. The interface is very well done, and blends easily into the game. While linear, the narrative takes you from place to place with ease and has you exploring the tourist spots of Italy centuries ago; Venice, Rome, Florence... And they're all done with believable style and form, so much so you feel as if you're actually trekking around a replica of historic Italy. The brisk story and colorful characters draw you in with solid acting and one mission to the next. It never gets stale or repetitive, even doing similar tasks you never feel like you're forced to cover the exact same ground all the time. As the first game suffered from a lack of polish, AC2 stands greater than the sum of its parts.Everything comes together here in a package worth far more than today's asking price. If you skipped Assassin's Creed II like I did when it first came out, you can now visit Italy for less than the price of dinner.… Expand
  41. Inuit_Dude
    Jul 29, 2011
    8
    this game is absoulutly breath taking it has amazing graphics an interesting story line which is also pretty long as well. after playing this game it made me want to go outside and just start climbing stuff the way ezio does and this game is also a great way to learn about italian history if you read the facts that they have collected. the only problem i had with this game was i usuallythis game is absoulutly breath taking it has amazing graphics an interesting story line which is also pretty long as well. after playing this game it made me want to go outside and just start climbing stuff the way ezio does and this game is also a great way to learn about italian history if you read the facts that they have collected. the only problem i had with this game was i usually got frustrated with the fact that often times when i want ezio to do something he would do something compleatly different or try to climb or jump off of something in the wrong direction especially in the tombs but other than that the game is simply amazing… Expand
  42. Daematune
    Aug 29, 2011
    8
    Simply best of the Assassin's Creed franchise. It gives you more features for your enjoyment such as dying your armor colors, buying a different selection of weapons, etc. The story itself is great, the 'future' gameplay is still boring rubbish though, it just ends up feeding you the story after jumping around for a while. The city design is overall well done, all the main cities lookSimply best of the Assassin's Creed franchise. It gives you more features for your enjoyment such as dying your armor colors, buying a different selection of weapons, etc. The story itself is great, the 'future' gameplay is still boring rubbish though, it just ends up feeding you the story after jumping around for a while. The city design is overall well done, all the main cities look practically identical though. The combat is much better but is still a bit clunky, the animations are great. There is a flaw with the AI system, it doesn't even have one, they just react to certain actions you do, nothing more. It's overall a great game, it's better played on console as well. If you loved or hated Assassins Creed 1 you should give 2 a try.… Expand
  43. GameInterpreter
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    Assassin's Creed II shows how much a game can drastically change in setting and gameplay. Ubisoft has created a world that is bigger they could have ever hoped for and should be lauded for they're accomplishment.

    10 out of 10
  44. Dionysus777
    Jan 28, 2015
    5
    Man i do not get the hype on these types of games. This what people want nowadays? It just seems like a mindless chore to me.It presents no challenge whatsoever. If i wanted to collect stuff all day. Id leave the house and go collect peoples money.Make something that has challenge or skill involved, or Atleast good mechanics. Well if your lackluster at gaming this might be for you.
  45. wesker2012
    Oct 30, 2012
    6
    Better than AC 1 but still not that much fun to play. Gameplay is just too boring and repetitive.
  46. Ghoster
    Jan 5, 2014
    9
    Best of the franchise! AC2 is almost perfect and there is no much boring missions (follow somebody and walk 30 minutes) like in Brotherhood and Revelations. Will not compare to newer AC's because after Revelations and starting with AC3 this game become unplayable and disgrace of the franchise.
  47. [Anonymous]
    Feb 7, 2010
    10
    Assassin's Creed II is one of the best games of the year in my opinion. The story, soundtrack, voices, and everything about the sound is stellar. At minimum, without doing any sidequests, the campaign comes to about 15 hours. I played the first AC at my friend
  48. ShaunS
    Dec 20, 2009
    10
    Just simply amazing game!
  49. GeekofGames51
    Nov 26, 2011
    9
    Assassin's Creed II improves on almost everything that was bad about the first game. Gameplay, especially parkour and variation, is much more fleshed out and improved. The story is also given improvement, explaining a lot more, developing the characters more, and giving us a new assassin ancestor to play as. Ezio Auditore da Firenze is, in my opinion, a big improvement over Altair ibnAssassin's Creed II improves on almost everything that was bad about the first game. Gameplay, especially parkour and variation, is much more fleshed out and improved. The story is also given improvement, explaining a lot more, developing the characters more, and giving us a new assassin ancestor to play as. Ezio Auditore da Firenze is, in my opinion, a big improvement over Altair ibn al-Ahad, who was never given much development, he was just there to be a cool assassin and kill. We live through Ezio's life, going from a brash and energetic teenager, to a wise and skilled assassin, making us truly care for him and play through to see what happens next. Cut-scenes are now actual cut-scenes, the theme and feel of Renaissance Italy is matched to perfection, and we also see development in Desmond and his situation. The only thing they failed to improve was the replay value of it, assassin contracts are still rather repetitive, killing guards can grow to be a bore (although not at first), and multiplayer is nonexistent. Even so though, this game is still a great improvement over the first game, but if you just didn't like the gameplay of the original, then this series won't be changing your mind.… Expand
  50. Spartan111
    Oct 16, 2011
    9
    The first game was terrible, but this was leagues better than the first although its still not perfect, there are repetitive bits, and the games combat is way too easy, other than that the game play, music, voice acting and environment graphics are very good although the character graphics were not on par with the settings visuals.A truly excellent game 9/10
  51. jonnyd
    Nov 28, 2010
    10
    Its great. apart from the lackluster combat its the second* best game youl ever play. EVER.The climbings amazing and theres plenty of replay value. the story is solid and you cant stop playing it.


    *to assassin's creed brotherhood
  52. Libra85
    Jan 26, 2011
    5
    I played this game and I'm not impressed. It drew me in at first but then I found myself just slogging through it. The game looks great and plays technically well but it moves very slow and it all gets boring. The missions are just go here, kill this man. Go there, kill that man. And sometime in between, pick up nic nacs scattered about Italy. This game is not as good as it wants to be.
  53. aadms
    Mar 24, 2011
    8
    A much better story than the first one. However, the combat is not as fluid as AC1 causing me to have to flee a lot more than I would have if I was still Auditore. Still the graphics and artwork is stunning and history is fascinating enough to keep me amazed at the work put into this game. The acting is top notch this time around from the main character. My problem with this game is thatA much better story than the first one. However, the combat is not as fluid as AC1 causing me to have to flee a lot more than I would have if I was still Auditore. Still the graphics and artwork is stunning and history is fascinating enough to keep me amazed at the work put into this game. The acting is top notch this time around from the main character. My problem with this game is that the story drags along at the worst rate, and I hate scavenger hunts (whether they are flags or feathers), but I especially detest them when they are part of the plot line. I admit, I cheated on line to finish that portion of the game.… Expand
  54. Markoreido
    Aug 3, 2011
    10
    My favourite game of all time. Having spent years being pretty much dis-interested with games I played AC2 and instantly loved it. It got me back into gaming and I've never stopped since. Since then I've been through classics like Mass Effect 2, Uncharted 2, batman, God of war 3, Red Ded Redemption, L.A. Noir, Portal 2, to name but a few.... Yet I none of those have matched my enjoymentMy favourite game of all time. Having spent years being pretty much dis-interested with games I played AC2 and instantly loved it. It got me back into gaming and I've never stopped since. Since then I've been through classics like Mass Effect 2, Uncharted 2, batman, God of war 3, Red Ded Redemption, L.A. Noir, Portal 2, to name but a few.... Yet I none of those have matched my enjoyment of AC2. the gameplay is a joy, the story is wonderful, Ezio is a great character and the feel of 15th century Italy is tangible. If you play call of duty every day then avoid this like the plague. If you like to get immersed in a game and an atmosphere then this is an aboslute must.… Expand
  55. the_blueprint
    Dec 11, 2013
    5
    I thought this game was supposed to involve some sort of stealth? That's how the y promoted it. Or at least some strategy. How I played it? The easiest way off course. I just went to the guy that needed to be killed. Stood in the crowd and waited for everyone to attack me. Then I simple countered everything with one button untill everyone is killed and run away. Yeey mission cleared!
    That    I thought this game was supposed to involve some sort of stealth? That's how the y promoted it. Or at least some strategy. How I played it? The easiest way off course. I just went to the guy that needed to be killed. Stood in the crowd and waited for everyone to attack me. Then I simple countered everything with one button untill everyone is killed and run away. Yeey mission cleared!
    That being said, walking, running, climbing in this game is amazing, the game looks great and there is appeal. It's just the gameplay that's lacking.
    Improved over the first? yes, the first AC was to much off the same, this one adds much needed variety. But because there's not much change, I've had more fun with the first.    … Expand
  56. Yuki_Kinomoto
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Definitivamente una mejora con respecto a la entrega anterior, la historia te introduce más en la sociedad de los Assassins y no solo eso si no que las variedades de movimientos y también la variedad de misiones mejora mucho la experiencia con respecto a la anterior entrega. Una segunda entrega que no peca por existir.
  57. Sebas236
    Nov 29, 2011
    10
    This game is a must buy, in my opinion the best in the series. The story is so interesting and good its crazy. The combat is pretty fun but does get repetitive. The way you can climb up stuff is so fun and the open world id amazing.
  58. quotenneger
    Apr 7, 2012
    10
    This Is one of the greatest games I have ever played!
    The campaign is 20 hours long,which is immense compared to other Ac Games.
    The gameplay is fantastic, stabbing people has never been this much fun in any other game.
    The story is also written fantastically, credit to the writers at Ubisoft.
    NOBODY should miss this masterpiece.
  59. viegasn
    Apr 22, 2012
    9
    This is a sequel to a great game and has improved so that there is amazing point of comparison.
    In AC II left the story of Altair and Ezio are introduced Auditore di Firenze, and taken to Aniums 2.0, which creates an "excuse" to add new features to the Animus, like talking to people abroad without having to leave the animus.
    This is the highlight of AC to date, marked by a charismatic    This is a sequel to a great game and has improved so that there is amazing point of comparison.
    In AC II left the story of Altair and Ezio are introduced Auditore di Firenze, and taken to Aniums 2.0, which creates an "excuse" to add new features to the Animus, like talking to people abroad without having to leave the animus.
    This is the highlight of AC to date, marked by a charismatic character, and the best narrative of the entire series. This game is approaching perfection.    … Expand
  60. Playrules
    Apr 16, 2012
    10
    Assassin's Creed II is a game that differs from most, It has a incredible storyline that is set in Italy in the 15th and 16th Century. It has very advanced combat and a lot of different fighting techniques as well as the ability to climb up practically anything. There are many side missions you can do to keep you entertained to earn Florins (Florentine Currency) There are many shops whereAssassin's Creed II is a game that differs from most, It has a incredible storyline that is set in Italy in the 15th and 16th Century. It has very advanced combat and a lot of different fighting techniques as well as the ability to climb up practically anything. There are many side missions you can do to keep you entertained to earn Florins (Florentine Currency) There are many shops where you can purchase such things as weapons, paintings and treasure maps. If you enjoy open world adventure, than this is the game for you.… Expand
  61. Cmcolin
    Jan 10, 2013
    9
    This game is probably the best historical adveture game to date. A wonderful re-imagining of history while still being true to the time and place in which the game takes place. The cities are marvelously realized and interactive. You feel like you are actually walking the streets of Florence and Venice. Beyond the look, the gameplay is varied yet easy to pick up. The story isThis game is probably the best historical adveture game to date. A wonderful re-imagining of history while still being true to the time and place in which the game takes place. The cities are marvelously realized and interactive. You feel like you are actually walking the streets of Florence and Venice. Beyond the look, the gameplay is varied yet easy to pick up. The story is compelling and the main character is likeable while still a badass.

    A great improvement over the already excellent "Assassin's Creed"    … Expand
  62. cdasilva819
    Jun 12, 2012
    9
    Ubisoft is back with more Assassin ass-kicking goodness. This time, we are put in the world of the Italian Renaissance with our favourite assassin, Ezio! The gameplay has improved, the characters are much more relatable, the story is solid, and everything flows as nicely as the rivers in Venice. HIGHLY recommend.
  63. tennisbeast21
    Jul 9, 2012
    9
    Wow! This game is such a huge improvement on the first one. Basically, this game is everything that you were thirsty for out of the original Assassin's Creed. With improved movement control and a much quicker-paced storyline, this game is near perfect.
  64. yartat
    Dec 14, 2020
    0
    Well done script and well-written characters, BUT the worst controls and camera in all games on PC!
  65. Iowntheworld
    Feb 15, 2022
    0
    Outdated, boring and extremely overrated. AC got good with AC 4 Black Flag, Everything before that was meaningless, soulless and boring. Ezio is extremely unlikable, because he is not serious enough. I want my main character to be actually serious and emotional, that's why Arno from Unity and even Aiden from Watch Dogs are million times more likable and relatable characters. Of courseOutdated, boring and extremely overrated. AC got good with AC 4 Black Flag, Everything before that was meaningless, soulless and boring. Ezio is extremely unlikable, because he is not serious enough. I want my main character to be actually serious and emotional, that's why Arno from Unity and even Aiden from Watch Dogs are million times more likable and relatable characters. Of course gamers who only like Nathan Drake type characters, will like Ezio, because they have never experienced real life. They want everything to be fun and edgy. No thank you! Edward from AC 4 works so well, because he is perfect balance between serious and fun. He knows when to have fun, but deep down he is serious and deep character, that's something Ezio will never archive. Awful game, hard pass. Thank god this series moved on to better games like Black Flag and Unity or i would have never even cared for these games.… Expand
  66. Flint
    Aug 20, 2010
    6
    Better than the original. Which is like saying chicken pox is better than measles, it's just too easy due to more casual market Ubisoft have aimed for. A game that has a ridiculous story and poor presentation is nothing new but Assassin's creed takes it to a whole new level seemingly on purpose to fit the stereotype. The plus point only really come from the graphics and you can mute theBetter than the original. Which is like saying chicken pox is better than measles, it's just too easy due to more casual market Ubisoft have aimed for. A game that has a ridiculous story and poor presentation is nothing new but Assassin's creed takes it to a whole new level seemingly on purpose to fit the stereotype. The plus point only really come from the graphics and you can mute the terrible voice acting and turn on subtitles.… Expand
  67. codenamezero
    Dec 31, 2009
    6
    Gave this a 6, because the game play is too repetitive, boring, and too easy... The movement and gameplay concept were fairly good. The character graphic was OK, looks like Half-Life 2 quality with crap loads of anti-aliasing... only eye candy was the in-game city structure/design... they were stunning, but that's about it... The missions were so boring, is the same shit everytime, Gave this a 6, because the game play is too repetitive, boring, and too easy... The movement and gameplay concept were fairly good. The character graphic was OK, looks like Half-Life 2 quality with crap loads of anti-aliasing... only eye candy was the in-game city structure/design... they were stunning, but that's about it... The missions were so boring, is the same shit everytime, You just keep on killing people, and is not even hard... even if you aggro loads of guards, you can easily escape or kill them all... The bosses are insanely easy to kill too. I am fairly disappointed with this game. Definitely not worth paying 69.99$, good thing i got it used.… Expand
  68. asfj
    Dec 20, 2013
    10
    This is the best last gen on PS3 for me. I never drunk in a game such deeply and enjoyably. I even platinumed it (I only have 3 games platinumed).
    What a classical experience when fleeting in midage Venice climbing on real Cathedrals listening to post romantic music which creates mystical atmosphere so ecstatic .
    The gameplay is very fruitful with lots of side missions many of which    This is the best last gen on PS3 for me. I never drunk in a game such deeply and enjoyably. I even platinumed it (I only have 3 games platinumed).
    What a classical experience when fleeting in midage Venice climbing on real Cathedrals listening to post romantic music which creates mystical atmosphere so ecstatic .
    The gameplay is very fruitful with lots of side missions many of which tightly are tied with the main stories as a whole, so you don't feel repetitive and bored of playing them.
    IMO, the graphics is just better than AC III and AC IV. The most respectful is they digitized a midage Venice where besides lots of real great historical architectures some of which I even visited. These architectures are all deliberately digitized.
    In addition, Ezio is one of my favorite game characters. He just reminds me of Al Pacino in The Godfather.
    AC II is a pure antique.    … Expand
  69. Mjr.B.
    Nov 19, 2009
    2
    God gfx and animations, but extremely poor gameplay. The Ai is basically non existent, the city feels like its full of mindless drones that dont care if a guy falls straight in the middle of the plaza. The crow blending mechanic is both unrealistic and lame. The whole future thing and animus contribute with absolutely nothing to the game experience, they bring the game no value. The story God gfx and animations, but extremely poor gameplay. The Ai is basically non existent, the city feels like its full of mindless drones that dont care if a guy falls straight in the middle of the plaza. The crow blending mechanic is both unrealistic and lame. The whole future thing and animus contribute with absolutely nothing to the game experience, they bring the game no value. The story is completely childish and cheesy. The combat suggests that our hero is from sparta, and not an assassin, relying on stealth. You can easily take out more heavily armed guards in face to face combat, clearly not an assassin way. In conclusion: nothing new, no assassin feeling, dull world, same problems, boring.… Expand
  70. Rorsch
    Sep 2, 2010
    6
    Honestly? It's plain boring. The gameplay is nice, but the exposition pieces drag for too long. Instead of complementing the gameplay with some background and motivation, you sometimes feel that the story is being shoved down your throat.
  71. TheQuietGamer
    Jul 28, 2012
    3
    The first Assassin's creed game was fun but needed improvement in order to be anything more than just decent. When I heard the how the flaws were fixed in this sequel (mainly that it wasn't as repetitive) I had slightly higher expectations about this one, but still held off on buying it at the full price. All I have to say is I really hated this game. The story which I found to be trulyThe first Assassin's creed game was fun but needed improvement in order to be anything more than just decent. When I heard the how the flaws were fixed in this sequel (mainly that it wasn't as repetitive) I had slightly higher expectations about this one, but still held off on buying it at the full price. All I have to say is I really hated this game. The story which I found to be truly unique and enjoyable about the first one failed to interest me in any way. And I didn't like Ezio anywhere near as much as Altair. The controls are somehow clumsier, less responsive, and more awkward than it's predecessor. The large amount of content it has is sad because I found that the game was either tedious or boring, and dragged on for way to long. Combat still sucks, actually it may be worse. And honestly it's just nowhere near as good as the first game. I may still play the other games in the series just to see of there's any improvement, but honestly even if I do they'll be low on my to play list. I hated the game and wouldn't suggest it to any gamer alive. Pass this one over.… Expand
  72. White
    Nov 19, 2010
    3
    Nothing new to deliver.
    They just fixed some glitches, the combat system still makes wanna through the controller.
    Overall, Same all same as AC1. Boring.
  73. GavinE
    Nov 20, 2009
    3
    The graphics in the cutscenese are terrible, you think it wouldnt be the case. but it is. The mini map is too small to see wtf is going on. the repetitive nature is more boring that AC1. In fact AC1 was better than this. I stopped playing after a couple of hours, i couldnt take anymore. THIS GAME IS VERY OVERATED.
  74. OmarHamed
    Dec 19, 2009
    2
    I absolutely loved the gameplay (despite it being a bit clunky) I thought the characters were alright, but the missions still didn't really break from that repetition and some things just didn't make sense. I really liked the game economy and all the different things you can do. I loved the fact that I can drag a guy off a ledge and then jump onto his buddies with my knives in I absolutely loved the gameplay (despite it being a bit clunky) I thought the characters were alright, but the missions still didn't really break from that repetition and some things just didn't make sense. I really liked the game economy and all the different things you can do. I loved the fact that I can drag a guy off a ledge and then jump onto his buddies with my knives in their faces. The already ridiculous story however became so convoluted and just so sickeningly weird. I was really liking the game by about the middle. Near the end it was getting weird, but still pretty good. The ending (which I won't spoil) Was just so terribly ridiculous that I got a headache. This game's terrible plot makes all the joy that came from stabbing your way through mobs of guards and corrupt officials turn sour. I wish that I had not wasted my time.… Expand
  75. RichardN.
    Nov 18, 2009
    2
    This game has pretty good graphics and acrobatic for sure... but the same boring repetitive gameplay, horrible AI and standard storyline and poor missions remains. I can't believe this game is rated 91, rent this game, this was the last time I play any Ubisoft's game.
  76. FrankT
    Nov 21, 2009
    5
    Sadly, ACII doesn't keep it's promises. It's a nice game but far behind what I expected (especially with ratings > 90%). E.g. I really hoped to have more interaction with the KI and more diversion of the tasks. Nevertheless, it's better than AC1 and it shows that Ubisoft is on a good way. @mc: Guys, I know it's not easy to keep the PR guys out of this voting, but Sadly, ACII doesn't keep it's promises. It's a nice game but far behind what I expected (especially with ratings > 90%). E.g. I really hoped to have more interaction with the KI and more diversion of the tasks. Nevertheless, it's better than AC1 and it shows that Ubisoft is on a good way. @mc: Guys, I know it's not easy to keep the PR guys out of this voting, but a sentence like "Nevertheless, it is the originality of the game and how it stands out against everything else in the video game world right now that makes it extraordinary." from Michael H is really screaming!… Expand
  77. LeeL
    Nov 22, 2009
    4
    Average at best, only a slight improvement over the first. Having BATMAN and UNCHARTED 2 to contend with AC2 failed to deliver on the combat and adventure provided by its competition. Sloppy voice work and a complete lack of ambience made the city feel as sterile as the first.
  78. mikeh
    Dec 7, 2009
    0
    I love this game, as much as i love my neighbours wifes in the hottub. Chocolate, covered in hot chocolate. So the game is awesome, i can't wait to play her hmm IT*. i'm not doing this just to degrade the user overall score. seriously.
  79. DajaJ
    Nov 20, 2009
    0
    The game is the same as AC the graphics are bad and the story is just stupid and the ending is really bad enough said do not buy this game.
  80. ThomasA.
    Nov 23, 2009
    6
    Having enjoyed large parts of the first AC I thought I'd give this a shot as well, but sadly the revisit wasn't really as enjoyable. Controls are as bad (unprecise) as they were in the first game, and likewise the camera which sometimes "hints" at where you need to go, but does a poor job because it simultaneously forces a specific angle. These two annoyances are compounded by Having enjoyed large parts of the first AC I thought I'd give this a shot as well, but sadly the revisit wasn't really as enjoyable. Controls are as bad (unprecise) as they were in the first game, and likewise the camera which sometimes "hints" at where you need to go, but does a poor job because it simultaneously forces a specific angle. These two annoyances are compounded by the fact that Assassin's Tombs scattered throughout the land are timed platforming. My controller almost went out the window a couple of times. Other minor things detracted from the enjoyment: Weird "design choice" - The possibility to decline quests in the main quest line which are crucial for progression. Poor quest tracking - Being asked to do things you have already done, like climbing a specific tower after you have already done so or hearing the exact same plea for help again because you declined the first time around. I found some of the timed events impossible to reset (I might be wrong) Making mistakes in the beginning of an event forced me to wait till it timed out to have another go. The Bards - What was the purpose of those? Let's just say I did end up beating them up a couple of times after they got in the way too many times. Having to push start twice in the beginning of the game seems to serve no purpose other than to make you actually watch the progress bars. I noticed quite a few other minor things but the examples above represent the types of things pretty well. The story dragged on and with the exception of a few parts I never really felt engaged. Ezio seemed like a pawn and was way too eager to help people he had just met even though tasks only seemed to loosely tie into the revenge the Ezio seeks. Voice acting is for the most part excellent and a few characters throughout are really well thought out and the brutal politics are well portrayed and the back story of the different political players might have been enjoyable to explore a bit more. You could read up a bit in the different bios but to me that kills pacing. Some of the buildings were really well done and if you take some time to look at them you will notice some really rich detail. All in all it's an OK game, but I wouldn't know who to recommend it to. The above is opinion so feel free to disagree, but I actually had to force myself to finish the main quest line just to make sure I got a decently complete picture before reviewing.… Expand
  81. MikeH
    Dec 28, 2009
    5
    While Assassin's Creed 2 does make some improvements to the problems of the first game, it is far from being problem free. First of all, this is not what I would call an "open world" game. If you play the game straight through, it might take you 8-10 hours. There is no replay value to this game at all unless you enjoy collecting useless items. You could spend a weekend collecting While Assassin's Creed 2 does make some improvements to the problems of the first game, it is far from being problem free. First of all, this is not what I would call an "open world" game. If you play the game straight through, it might take you 8-10 hours. There is no replay value to this game at all unless you enjoy collecting useless items. You could spend a weekend collecting feathers, but why?!?! The story is extremely linear, and there are no "choice" moments in the game that give you the feeling that you are having an impact on your surroundings (adding to the whole no replay value factor). Sadly, this leaves the whole game feeling morally disconnected. Even GTA4 gives you the choice to not kill a guy every once in a while. Finally, the combat is way too easy! You will find yourself dying far more often from unintentionally (and frequently) jumping off of a rooftop mid-quest than from getting killed by an enemy. Honestly, get Uncharted 2 or Arkham Asylum if you like scaling walls, stealthy kills, and good story-lines. But if you must get this game, at least the guards in AC2 don't attack you for running anymore...… Expand
  82. RossD
    Dec 28, 2009
    6
    Assassins creed 2 was a masterpiece and genuinely good fun to play. It sorted out all the problems of the first game and the story was engaging, but the flaw in this is that this is the game that should have been released first. If Ubisoft hadnt made all the mistakes with the first game, then this could have been a whole lot better. that's my opinion anyway.
  83. ChrisW
    Nov 22, 2009
    1
    My score is not a reflection of the game - I think Assassin's Creed 2 is one of the best open world games out there and very much the game the first one should have been! Good mission variety, awesome city design, heaps of collectibles, and a great story to boot. HOWEVER - the PlayStation 3 version is a disgrace! There is so much screen tearing, I found it unplayable - it literally My score is not a reflection of the game - I think Assassin's Creed 2 is one of the best open world games out there and very much the game the first one should have been! Good mission variety, awesome city design, heaps of collectibles, and a great story to boot. HOWEVER - the PlayStation 3 version is a disgrace! There is so much screen tearing, I found it unplayable - it literally gave me a headache. So I took it back to and swaped it for the XBOX 360 version. Not only does the 360 version feature far less screen tearing, but also has a more consistent frame rate. Honestly, I prefer buying and playing games on my PS3, and am extremely dissapointed with the job Ubisoft has done with the PS3 version. Even more dissapointing is the fact is that not one of the professional reviews I've read reflect the PS3's screen tearing problem. If you have both consoles buy it for 360!!!!… Expand
  84. RowanR
    Nov 23, 2009
    5
    The latest installment of Tomb Raider, I mean AC2 is both great and terrible. Why do you insist on making so much of the game play in pitch black with no way to light the area? There are soooo many bugs! Was almost to the end of the Auditore chamber when I landed in a spot that saw Ezio hop up and down on the spot. I had to abort the memory. To be honest, I enjoyed AC1 a lot more. THis The latest installment of Tomb Raider, I mean AC2 is both great and terrible. Why do you insist on making so much of the game play in pitch black with no way to light the area? There are soooo many bugs! Was almost to the end of the Auditore chamber when I landed in a spot that saw Ezio hop up and down on the spot. I had to abort the memory. To be honest, I enjoyed AC1 a lot more. THis game has sent me into fits of rage! Also, you have included Leonardo in the game and yet given him the same lines to repeat ad nauseum. At the end end of the game he appears in Ezio's villa and then asks Ezio the same question. In all, I loved 80% of the game and found the other 20% infuriating. Bad vibes out rate good ones, thus the 5/10. I hope AC3 is better.… Expand
  85. MarkP
    Dec 15, 2009
    6
    Unfortunately I've been left with a feeling of disappointment with AC2. I want to like it, I really do, but I just find myself getting frustreated with it. The control system is too clunky and unintuative. After playing Arkham Asylum and Uncharted 2 in the past few months, I feel that Ubisoft really should have taken a leaf out of Naughty Dog's and Rocksteady's books with Unfortunately I've been left with a feeling of disappointment with AC2. I want to like it, I really do, but I just find myself getting frustreated with it. The control system is too clunky and unintuative. After playing Arkham Asylum and Uncharted 2 in the past few months, I feel that Ubisoft really should have taken a leaf out of Naughty Dog's and Rocksteady's books with regards to the character movement. Those games make everything flow beautifully and you rarely feel stuck or a lack of control, unlike in AC2. Other things I found annoying were the mini-map, which rotated both the map itself and the characters icon, ultimately becoming disorientating. The game again feels repetitive in a similar way to the first with a handful of features and at times it's unclear as to why you're doing things as you have little or no feedback from the game. If you enjoyed the first game immensely, then this is probably the game for you. If however you're undecided, I'd either rent it first, or invest your money in another game such as the ones I've mentioned above.… Expand
  86. JedD
    Dec 26, 2009
    3
    The voice acting sucks. There is no emotion. I tried the first mission where you race your brother about 20 or 30 times still cant beat it. Im taking the game back. It is very linear, and if you cant beat 1 part, then u cant do anything else untill you beat it. The camera angle sucks, and when i run into people i fall down. WTF? This game is terrible, it looks like a ps2 game. Im back to The voice acting sucks. There is no emotion. I tried the first mission where you race your brother about 20 or 30 times still cant beat it. Im taking the game back. It is very linear, and if you cant beat 1 part, then u cant do anything else untill you beat it. The camera angle sucks, and when i run into people i fall down. WTF? This game is terrible, it looks like a ps2 game. Im back to COD MW2 within 2 hours of playing assassins creed.… Expand
  87. ELYK95
    Dec 3, 2011
    4
    This game was honestly terrible. I played the first one and the 2nd and i honestly DON'T want to play the 3rd. Yes this game was MUCH better than the first. but its boring repetitive and simply too long. In the beginning the first missions took too long and they were very boring. once the game really started and ezio got his suit the game took off and was fun. the story was forgettable andThis game was honestly terrible. I played the first one and the 2nd and i honestly DON'T want to play the 3rd. Yes this game was MUCH better than the first. but its boring repetitive and simply too long. In the beginning the first missions took too long and they were very boring. once the game really started and ezio got his suit the game took off and was fun. the story was forgettable and boring. it felt like i was just doing boring poorly laid out missions for no specific reason and a very loosely connected plot. Sure the fighting is fun but it gets VERY boring VERY quickly. Instead of fighting guards i would run away from them, and the game was too easy, i could just order some guys too do all my work for me. I actually had to FORCE myself to keep playing until the end. the ending felt forced, like it had to end that way to have another game and the whole time i was just bored as hell. The mission near the end when you had to get all of the codex pages was terrible. it resulted in me riding my horse across Italy for 20 minutes BORED OUT OF MY MIND!!!!! i don't even think this game was that long, i believe it was 12-15 hours which isn't long but it felt long, (and i play LoZ games, those are LOOOOOONG) overall this game was during hours 2-5. the rest was crap.… Expand
  88. Playstationguy
    Nov 18, 2012
    4
    I'm not trying to be biased towards this game, but it just does so many things wrong. The games graphics and sound are insane, and it's well polished too. But the story is hard to follow, I barely knew how he got back in time and who the characters are. The controls are confusing but it holds your hand all the way through, the mission structure is overall pretty boring, the combat is a bitI'm not trying to be biased towards this game, but it just does so many things wrong. The games graphics and sound are insane, and it's well polished too. But the story is hard to follow, I barely knew how he got back in time and who the characters are. The controls are confusing but it holds your hand all the way through, the mission structure is overall pretty boring, the combat is a bit twitchy in my opinion, and the game is really easy.… Expand
  89. TatsMcGee
    Sep 8, 2018
    4
    I have been wanting to give an Assassin’s Creed game an actual opportunity. I rented Assassin’s Creed III and once I arrived in North America the game disk just stopped working. I rented Assassins Creed Origins and then I started to play it but I didn’t like the combat and when I finally opened the map, I just said I don’t have it in me to run around this world. I decided to rent the EzioI have been wanting to give an Assassin’s Creed game an actual opportunity. I rented Assassin’s Creed III and once I arrived in North America the game disk just stopped working. I rented Assassins Creed Origins and then I started to play it but I didn’t like the combat and when I finally opened the map, I just said I don’t have it in me to run around this world. I decided to rent the Ezio Collection and go back to beginnings (or close to it).

    For me personally, playing Assassin’s Creed II feels outdated. It feels bad. Its a bad remaster where they didn’t update the game it just felt bad. I didn’t like the way the movement felt and there is nothing satisfying about the combat. I’m not going to comment on the story because I didn’t get far enough into the game for the story to get its hooks in me. After about an hour, I decided that I couldn’t play the game anymore.

    I am going to give Odyssey a chance but its the last chance for Assassins Creed. If it doesn’t do anything for me. I might have to give up on the Assassin’s Creed franchise. Which is too bad because I love history and I would love have games where I can experience certain time periods but I just haven’t been hooked by any of the games thus far.    … Expand
  90. okayokay
    Oct 10, 2018
    9
    rrrrrrrrrrraaaaaaaaaaadddddddddddiiiiiiiiiiicccccccccccaaaaaaaaaaalllllllllll
  91. Kvantaliani03
    Nov 20, 2021
    9
    rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
  92. Cml182
    May 2, 2023
    3
    Will never understand the hype.

    10 - All Time Favorite
    9 - Almost Perfect
    8 - Great
    7 - Good
    6 - Enjoyable
    5 - Average
    4 - Not for me
    3 - Didn't like it
    2 - Bad
    1 - Horrible
    0 - Unplayable
  93. Gefestaller8451
    Dec 1, 2019
    0
    Typical game from Ubisoft. This “game studios” isn’t able to do even medium games. A lot of bags and boring gameplay and story. This game is just for children under 15 yo
  94. Lonitx
    Dec 2, 2019
    8
    no micro transactions, no massive map, a good story... simpler times, wish ubisoft didnt **** the bed after this
  95. Kreed
    Sep 7, 2021
    10
    !!!!!!!!!!!!Asassins créer 2 this is legend game!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!fghj y y t yyvhvy
  96. Albirch
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    This is a truly amazing game, a big step-up from AC 1. Ezio's story, his discovery of his family's legacy, and his journey to avenge his family and save Italy from the hands of the Templars is one any gamer should experience at least once. Ezio Auditore is one of the best video game characters ever made.
  97. R3PL1CANT
    Sep 9, 2020
    6
    Ok guys! The Assassin Creed series is one of the most overrated games out there, but AC II is quite addicting. Not bad! This game is better than what the franchise has become today!
  98. Hashib
    Dec 31, 2020
    10
    Assassin's creed 2. Ezio Auditore da Firenze. The legendary assassin. If you haven't played this game you will missing an awesome adventure. It have this amazing story and Ezio a charismatic character. His every dialogue is hits you in your heart. Why you should play it? Tell me why you shouldn't? People hate ubish*t nowadays but by playing this you will understand why people don't likeAssassin's creed 2. Ezio Auditore da Firenze. The legendary assassin. If you haven't played this game you will missing an awesome adventure. It have this amazing story and Ezio a charismatic character. His every dialogue is hits you in your heart. Why you should play it? Tell me why you shouldn't? People hate ubish*t nowadays but by playing this you will understand why people don't like ubisoft anymore. They ruined AC franchise. AC 2 is highest peak for ac franchise… Expand
  99. SaiyanKing
    Nov 10, 2020
    10
    The first AC I played and the beginning of my love story with Assassins Creed haha From story to game mechanics to game setting it was just great. Of course it had bugs or glitches but not many. Still the best part of the series
  100. Shayanaz
    Oct 26, 2021
    10
    Best assassins creed game ever made . Ezio auditore. Best story of assassins creed
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Awards & Rankings

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#6 Best PS3 Game of 2009
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#4 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2009
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#11 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2009

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 69 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 70
  3. Negative: 0 out of 70
  1. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    100
    The sequel has arguably changed for the better in just about every conceivable way...Assassin's Creed II truly offers an experience like no other, one that mixes history and brutality to sheer perfection. And it's absolutely massive. [Holiday 2009, p.38]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    90
    [Games are] about delivering a world that you want to invest your time in, full of characters you can have an emotional connection with, and Assassin's Creed II does that almost perfectly. [Dec 2009, p.102]
  3. PS3bloggen.se
    90
    Assassin's Creed II is such an improvement compared to its predecessor that it feels like a completely new game, rather than just a sequel. The varied missions really shine and the narrative is very effective, in all it's Forrest Gump-esque glory. Despite the quite slow start, Ezios adventures in beautiful Florence and Venice both look and feel amazing, and are well worth experiencing to the very end.
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