Assassin's Creed II

 PlayStation 3
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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2124 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 86 out of 2124
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  1. JoelArpal
    Dec 28, 2020
    9
    It's no secret the Ezio's saga is the best of the franchise and every saga has to has a begining. This is a great begining.
  2. soahknam
    Aug 9, 2021
    9
    It surpasses the mechanics of the game comparing it with Assasins Creed I, it contains a good story, highly recommended to play it.

    STORY: 9
    GAMEPLAY: 9
    MUSIC: 10
    VISUALS: 9

    PERSONAL SCORE: 9 >> A JEWEL
  3. iCampoRamil
    Nov 12, 2021
    9
    Es un must, un referente en el género, un gran paso respecto a la primera entrega.
  4. JoseManuel10_
    Dec 29, 2021
    10
    Assassin's Creed II is a action-adventure video game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft.
  5. VanCan72
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    I really enjoyed this game from start to finish. Had a story that captivated me from the very beginning, a parkour system that really opens up traversal in Venice, and on that note just being around historical Venice, like all Assassin's Creed games with their historical settings, is an absolute joy especially if you're into history.
  6. Alanbdjdjdhd
    Jun 16, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lo mejor de la saga en un solo videojuego como vimos crecer a ezio despues de que perdiera a su familia como se volvió un asesino como motivado por la venganza mataba a todos hasta que entendió que eso no le iba devolver a su familia… Expand
  7. BatmanTheNr1
    Aug 25, 2021
    10
    My favourite game 11/10. No other game made feel like this one. BEST GAME EVER MADE, t's a MASTERPIECE
  8. KP1994
    Dec 8, 2021
    10
    Tho this 2009 GOTY is a masterpiece its auto updates make the content so laggy.
  9. SolaireMengao
    Sep 16, 2021
    10
    Magnificent. A must-have experience, which consolidated the series to what it is. The Ezio saga is a fantastic story, and everyone must play it.
  10. TresicreTatum
    Jan 9, 2022
    10
    My soul and blood is equivalent to this game. Never has any piece of entertainment or product reached this level of meaning to me. If you have no interest in this franchise, give this game and Brotherhood a try. The production on every aspect of this game has the utmost polish and love that a development team can put. God bless you Patrice Désilets!
  11. Magnetroll
    Feb 22, 2022
    9
    Compared to its ancestor, it made just the right upgrades. Better mechanics, AI, parkour, fights, depth. One of the best of AC franchise.
  12. MaxieZeus
    Sep 2, 2022
    9
    A masterpiece that is a huge improvement from the original from every conceivable way.
  13. Leviack
    Nov 24, 2022
    10
    this game has the best mechanics and ezio is the best assassin and has good graphics
  14. RenatoAl22
    May 13, 2023
    10
    El mejor Assassins Creed de todos con el mejor protagonista,banda sonora,personajes ETXC juegaso
  15. GP
    Jan 4, 2010
    7
    This is a tricky one for me. It's one of those games where I really enjoy playing for most part yet at the same time i also felt that it was not nearly as good as it should be. Positives: The main focus is the graphical depiction of these beautifully rendered cities and the way the main character seamlessly interacts with them which is also the games main selling point. Then there is This is a tricky one for me. It's one of those games where I really enjoy playing for most part yet at the same time i also felt that it was not nearly as good as it should be. Positives: The main focus is the graphical depiction of these beautifully rendered cities and the way the main character seamlessly interacts with them which is also the games main selling point. Then there is also the amusing story and fab voice acting. Negatives: On the downside there doesn't seem to be much else. The missions are mostly monotonous and kinda silly (and at times plain stupid), the only real difficulty is during the rare dungeon moments and some time-trial tasks which to me ranged from pretty cool to utterly dumb and frustrating for no reason. And that's part of the game's problem: many things seem random and for the most part its like you are constantly stuck in training mode. Another issue i have with the game is its fighting sequences. They feel very amateurish and rushed, especially compared to the excellent fights in Batman Arkham Asylum. One other area which the game needed work is its maps and sense of direction and purpose in general. There are times when you have no real idea as to what it is expected from you. Like when you are told to "tag" a villain (follow him) undetected - at some point the game tells you "checkpoint reached" and there is a cut scene which would make you believe that your tag task is over. Yet sometimes its not and when you go near the enemies it tells you mission failed cause you where detected. As for the map itself, there are times when its difficult to understand if a target is supposed to be on a high level (roof), ground floor or within a building, causing for some frustration. The maps also lack actual direction when it comes to going from one city to another yet this was not a real issue for me once i figured it out...still So as you can see, for me, the negatives are far greater than the positives which is a shame cause this game could have been truly epic. Yet despite its many flaws i still had a lot of fun playing it for most part and the climbing/rendering of the towns and cities is phenomenal.… Expand
  16. Brandon
    Nov 28, 2009
    9
    Just to comment on Mike K, what he said was bad about the game seemed to be pretty biased. The controller is perfectly fine, I can play games for hours and it is nice and comfortable. The textures are perfectly fine, and there is screen tearing in both games. Also, the PS3 version has the upper hand with being able to connect the PSP assassins creed to it to be able to unlock new weapons Just to comment on Mike K, what he said was bad about the game seemed to be pretty biased. The controller is perfectly fine, I can play games for hours and it is nice and comfortable. The textures are perfectly fine, and there is screen tearing in both games. Also, the PS3 version has the upper hand with being able to connect the PSP assassins creed to it to be able to unlock new weapons and added features. I'd say the PS3 version is the one to get. But hey, I'm just being biased.… Expand
  17. DanielS
    Nov 30, 2009
    10
    This is a fantastic game, worthy of a place in any gamer's collection. I've played both versions of this game, and they are just about equal. The PS3 version does have some graphical issue such as bluriness and the controls aren't as well-suited for this type of game as the 360's are. The 360 version does have some slower loading times though. All in all, they are This is a fantastic game, worthy of a place in any gamer's collection. I've played both versions of this game, and they are just about equal. The PS3 version does have some graphical issue such as bluriness and the controls aren't as well-suited for this type of game as the 360's are. The 360 version does have some slower loading times though. All in all, they are nearly equal but it shouldn't matter because it won't ruin the experience for anyone. Final words: play this game!… Expand
  18. MacksonG
    Dec 1, 2009
    10
    I was originally going to give this game a 9.5.This game does not deserve a perfect score - it just wasn't seamless enough, just the small things such that no one aged except Ezio, the way he doesn't properly connect with his family and the graphics could have been better.At least it had more good points, the way subject 16 and the whole conspiracy was implemented was so genius I was originally going to give this game a 9.5.This game does not deserve a perfect score - it just wasn't seamless enough, just the small things such that no one aged except Ezio, the way he doesn't properly connect with his family and the graphics could have been better.At least it had more good points, the way subject 16 and the whole conspiracy was implemented was so genius and original.Can't wait for the third game, it can only get better!It was a brilliant game overall!Definitely a must buy!!!… Expand
  19. :):(
    Dec 4, 2009
    9
    this game is a must buy, i found that in AC1 there was really no point of Desmond Miles they could have of just left him out and it still would have been a good game. but in AC2 there actually is a point of him being in the game. i found that the story was much better than AC1, the graphics have improved and game play is much, much funner. when the game ends you can actually go back in this game is a must buy, i found that in AC1 there was really no point of Desmond Miles they could have of just left him out and it still would have been a good game. but in AC2 there actually is a point of him being in the game. i found that the story was much better than AC1, the graphics have improved and game play is much, much funner. when the game ends you can actually go back in the animus and play around in the cities and towns. this is a must buy… Expand
  20. BobboK
    Dec 5, 2009
    7
    This game is very overrated. It get boring fast, the easiest game this century, bad character animations (Uncharted 2, anyone?) etc. etc. Although it still is a pretty good game with decent graphics and good atmosphere.
  21. Val
    Dec 8, 2009
    9
    One of the best games I have ever played, but starts off feeling like it would be a huge disappointment. In other words, the game is a slow starter and has a bit of emptiness in it.
  22. MichaelH
    Nov 17, 2009
    10
    Ubisoft has presented gamers with a mature title, with character development that actually makes us attached to the story, and it pulls us along with such an ease that the gives the impression one is actually alive and well in the rebirth of mankind. The gameplay mechanics are flawless, and the removal of repetitive chores that was present in the first game is a welcome change. I have so Ubisoft has presented gamers with a mature title, with character development that actually makes us attached to the story, and it pulls us along with such an ease that the gives the impression one is actually alive and well in the rebirth of mankind. The gameplay mechanics are flawless, and the removal of repetitive chores that was present in the first game is a welcome change. I have so far completed the first 3 sequences, and am quite confident in giving this game a perfect 10. The Renaiisance is the perfect setting for this game, and the foundation of the first game and it's mix of myth and real events and real people is astounding. 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.… Expand
  23. CalvinD
    Nov 22, 2009
    9
    Assassins creed two has managed to successfully take a project that didn't work and turn it into the sandbox games people like me have been craving. The perfect blend of excitement renders me with a feeling to dig a little deeper every time I play it. From "The Truth" the collection of glyphs that give you more secrets about the Templars to the Tombs that give you a gaming feel lost Assassins creed two has managed to successfully take a project that didn't work and turn it into the sandbox games people like me have been craving. The perfect blend of excitement renders me with a feeling to dig a little deeper every time I play it. From "The Truth" the collection of glyphs that give you more secrets about the Templars to the Tombs that give you a gaming feel lost since the old Prince Of Persia games. Assassins creed 2 isn't gaming perfection, but it sure comes close… Expand
  24. BrianH
    Nov 20, 2009
    9
    not only does it fix every complaint i had about the first game, it piles so much more on top. the pacing of the story is some of the best i've seen in a video game. it builds great tension leading up to key parts of the plot. buy it! instantly one of my top 3 fave games of 2009.
  25. StevenA
    Nov 26, 2009
    8
    It's a game that takes getting used to. But there's so much content, so much depth and filled with beautiful-looking cities. I am not used to the combat system, because I play games like God of War, Ninja Gaiden and Devil May Cry and all those games are fast-paced action games. Assassin's Creed II is rather more strategic and the button settings are kind of awkward to me. I It's a game that takes getting used to. But there's so much content, so much depth and filled with beautiful-looking cities. I am not used to the combat system, because I play games like God of War, Ninja Gaiden and Devil May Cry and all those games are fast-paced action games. Assassin's Creed II is rather more strategic and the button settings are kind of awkward to me. I heard that the control layout works better on an Xbox 360 controller, but I only have a PS3. Oh well, still a good game. The new mechanics are very interesting, the climbing is challenging and it's fun to get money to buy armor, equipment and weapons. Watching your assassin becoming a master is quite satisfying. I wouldn't say that this game was a contender for Game of the Year, but it comes really close. That's very impressive, on account of the fact that a lot of good games came out in 2009. ESPECIALLY for the PS3. I would want to give this game an 8.5 on 10. But I have to give whole numbers. But I don't feel like it deserves a 9. It's no masterpiece...but it is a HELL LOT BETTER than the first game. For once Ubisoft, I was impressed.… Expand
  26. AndrewL
    Nov 26, 2009
    10
    I only wish there was more warning when the game was going to end so I could have slowed down! The game was truly amazing, the people who hate it clearly dug deep for dirt on the game, which is disappointing. I can't understand there being graphical issues, when from the moment you enter Venice, you're in awe until leaving. While refresh rates are an issue in the country-side I only wish there was more warning when the game was going to end so I could have slowed down! The game was truly amazing, the people who hate it clearly dug deep for dirt on the game, which is disappointing. I can't understand there being graphical issues, when from the moment you enter Venice, you're in awe until leaving. While refresh rates are an issue in the country-side areas, there honestly isn't enough time spent in those areas to even notice or let it bother you. By now gamers should know that when picking up a Ubisoft game, graphics aren't in your best interest, its gameplay you want. Look at Prototype, amazing gameplay, not so great graphics. I loved the game and anyone who picks it up will. There's so much freedom that it feels like a GTA game set in Renaissance times. You get a ridiculous arsenal of assassination, combat and escaping techniques, all of which are as effective as each other and all at your disposal. Replay value for the game isn't an immediate thing, but I can definitely see myself picking it up again fresh in the coming months.… Expand
  27. ChrisS
    Nov 20, 2009
    9
    Awesome, awesome, awesome. If you liked the first one (I know it was repetative) then you will LOVE this one. Everything the first should have been (Read: open world gameplay, money system with shops and stealing from pedestrians, much more variety, you can choose what you do next...) Really makes you feel like you are in Ezio (the protaganist's) shoes. Comparable to Infamous style Awesome, awesome, awesome. If you liked the first one (I know it was repetative) then you will LOVE this one. Everything the first should have been (Read: open world gameplay, money system with shops and stealing from pedestrians, much more variety, you can choose what you do next...) Really makes you feel like you are in Ezio (the protaganist's) shoes. Comparable to Infamous style mission structure.… Expand
  28. BD
    Nov 20, 2009
    10
    I don't know what you have to be smoking to rate this game a 2. This game is not repetitive at all unless you just played the first 2 missions and put it down. The AI has been great so far, and I haven't noticed any graphical glitches. If there are glitches then they are so small that i cant even notice them. Overall I would highly recommend this game unless you like to complain I don't know what you have to be smoking to rate this game a 2. This game is not repetitive at all unless you just played the first 2 missions and put it down. The AI has been great so far, and I haven't noticed any graphical glitches. If there are glitches then they are so small that i cant even notice them. Overall I would highly recommend this game unless you like to complain about things, in which case don't get it so you won't go writing a lame review.… Expand
  29. NickG
    Nov 20, 2009
    10
    Don't read any comments with a rating of less than 8.It would illogical to rate this game less than 8.This game pales in comparison to the first game - in good way.This is a must buy!I enjoyed it a lot, it had a very twisting and captivating plot.The dialogue and scenery were amazing and the storyline topped it all off perfectly.Can't wait for the 3rd game!
  30. JustF
    Nov 20, 2009
    10
    Delivered with enough variety to make me enjoy it as a sequel to the first one, taking up right where it left you in the 1st game.
  31. BillD
    Dec 2, 2009
    7
    This game is highly over-rated. How can this game get such high marks for graphics? This game doesn't look nearly as good as infamous which is also open world nor Uncharted 2. The sound is pretty weird too, like what is the deal with heavy metal and the renaissance? Not that I have anything against metal. The controls are frustrating to get used to. About the only thing that is good This game is highly over-rated. How can this game get such high marks for graphics? This game doesn't look nearly as good as infamous which is also open world nor Uncharted 2. The sound is pretty weird too, like what is the deal with heavy metal and the renaissance? Not that I have anything against metal. The controls are frustrating to get used to. About the only thing that is good about this game is the concept and story. The game also isn't as repetitive as the first one. If you are at all interested in this game rent it.… Expand
  32. RossA
    Dec 28, 2009
    9
    This game was near perfect but gets one point deducted for making me nearly throw my controller through the TV when the credits start rolling. Epic cliffhanger but wished they had put a bit of assassins creed 3 on the end to ease the wait.
  33. TyeS
    Dec 4, 2009
    9
    This is the game i wanted to experience with Altiar. They took all the complaints into account and made the experience they promised on their first outing. Simply put this game is amazing. Did i expect more, Maybe. Was i disappointed... not at all.
  34. YanniV
    Dec 7, 2009
    10
    This is a fantastic game (one of the best made yet imo). I'm a huge fan and i love the way they've made the game better.
  35. MartyS
    Jan 23, 2010
    10
    An improvement on the original in every way, and a game which offers exceptional value for money (except if you're Australian - in which case, do what I did and buy it in a pack - games are way overpriced here on consoles). The graphics are amazing, even running at a mere 720p, the animations are superb and the story is engrossing. The gameplay has a few issues - often imprecise and An improvement on the original in every way, and a game which offers exceptional value for money (except if you're Australian - in which case, do what I did and buy it in a pack - games are way overpriced here on consoles). The graphics are amazing, even running at a mere 720p, the animations are superb and the story is engrossing. The gameplay has a few issues - often imprecise and finicky, but they don't detract from the experience, which is superb. A grade title! Cheers… Expand
  36. MichaelS.
    Nov 17, 2009
    10
    Assassins Creed is not perfect, there are some graphical issues like tearing sometimes, but overall its a incredible Improvement in Gameplay, Story and Design.
  37. PayderS.
    Nov 19, 2009
    9
    Great game...fixed everything that was wrong with the first.
  38. MichaelS
    Nov 20, 2009
    10
    I cant understand Richard N.'s Voting, the first one was repetitice structured, but to say that to the second one is like saying every game on earth is repetitive designed. AC2 manages to surpass the first one in every kind of way, nice graphical effects, sweet voice acting, a good story and lots of humor. I love it.
  39. ShadD
    Nov 21, 2009
    9
    The story really makes emotionally involved with the main character, Ezio and by the end you will feel well satisfied. Graphics are not the best I have seen but each city is beautifully detailed a full of action. As for the gameplay, I did find it repetitive. There are so many side missions you can do and alternate ways to complete even the main missions. The combat is really simple at The story really makes emotionally involved with the main character, Ezio and by the end you will feel well satisfied. Graphics are not the best I have seen but each city is beautifully detailed a full of action. As for the gameplay, I did find it repetitive. There are so many side missions you can do and alternate ways to complete even the main missions. The combat is really simple at first but as you progress and your skills grow you will feel like a really badass. The only real negative thing I can say about the game is that some of the puzzles are so vauge you really have no idea what to do but the upside is completing them is not required though it is very rewarding.… Expand
  40. NathanC
    Nov 20, 2009
    10
    As a fan of Assassin's Creed 1, I can firmly say that Assassin's Creed 2 is going to make fans of the first game very happy. I know I am.
  41. IanR
    Nov 22, 2009
    10
    Absolutely fantastic. Exceeds the first game in almost every facet of its design. The story is more engaging, the mission structure and mission types are more varied, the economy system is a much needed addition, and the parkour is as engaging as ever. The only complaints I have about the game is the AI can sometimes be poor and some graphical issues, but regardless of those issues the Absolutely fantastic. Exceeds the first game in almost every facet of its design. The story is more engaging, the mission structure and mission types are more varied, the economy system is a much needed addition, and the parkour is as engaging as ever. The only complaints I have about the game is the AI can sometimes be poor and some graphical issues, but regardless of those issues the game is absolutely wonderful.… Expand
  42. OleT
    Nov 22, 2009
    8
    Good story. However, the game still got issues. Controlling you're character can prove difficult at some time, Ezio dont always jump where you aim you're tombstick, and he often falls down from roofs unintended. The game stil have camera issues at some points, espesially in fights or runaway's. And whats enoid me the very most in this game, was that you can no longer choose Good story. However, the game still got issues. Controlling you're character can prove difficult at some time, Ezio dont always jump where you aim you're tombstick, and he often falls down from roofs unintended. The game stil have camera issues at some points, espesially in fights or runaway's. And whats enoid me the very most in this game, was that you can no longer choose between toggle or hold the L1 button (lock on target), as you could in AC1. But still a very enjoible game with tons to do and a very interesting and original story, where you can choose you're self how to sucseed in you're missions. The game can be repeatible, but only if you do all the sidequests, wich is boring, but if not if you mainly stick to the mainstory. It would be a stright up 10 if it where not for the sometimes clumsy controlls. Oh, and the graphics are good.… Expand
  43. JoshS
    Nov 22, 2009
    9
    No game is perfect. This one gets pretty close. After 20+ hours of gameplay, the only real issue ive encountered with the game was modeling issues. Because the camera angle for cutscenes has changed, the graphics appear worse than the first one, but with the addition of more assassination contracts, references to Ezio's predecessor and numerous mind-blowing secrets, the implications No game is perfect. This one gets pretty close. After 20+ hours of gameplay, the only real issue ive encountered with the game was modeling issues. Because the camera angle for cutscenes has changed, the graphics appear worse than the first one, but with the addition of more assassination contracts, references to Ezio's predecessor and numerous mind-blowing secrets, the implications and storyline set out by this game make it a modern day masterpiece in video gaming...which is strange to say when discussing an Ubisoft game.… Expand
  44. SamJ
    Nov 23, 2009
    10
    Assassin's Creed 2 is a STUNNING game that improves over the original game in almost every way. It's so addictive and immersive that this is my #1 GOTY 2009 contender. Without a doubt one of the best 3rd person action adventures I've ever played.
  45. brenty
    Nov 24, 2009
    8
    Story is alright game play is great except for the stupid ai concept is still great graphics are great except for terrible framerate (and i mean terrible framerate) still a great game for those who liked the first, combat is improved, new moves make it alot better (expecially the hidden take downs), its been given more of a rpg feel with upgrades and different outfits, the overworld has Story is alright game play is great except for the stupid ai concept is still great graphics are great except for terrible framerate (and i mean terrible framerate) still a great game for those who liked the first, combat is improved, new moves make it alot better (expecially the hidden take downs), its been given more of a rpg feel with upgrades and different outfits, the overworld has mostly been takin out which is both a bad and good thing. flags have been replaced with feathers which is far better. gives a somewhat satisfing wrap up to the first game. If you like the first, get this one, its better in every way (with the exception of the overworld), if you didn't like the first, this one is more varied, however you probably wont like this one either, its more of the same, just more detailed and more stuff. Warning though, depending on how you like to play, the first 20 minutes to 2 hours are boring, after you get the hidden blade though it becomes very fun.… Expand
  46. MikeK
    Nov 25, 2009
    8
    If you own both consoles, don't even think about buying the PS3 version. there are far less polygons, the textures are blurry and there is constant screen tearing. Also, the PS3 controller is less suited to the gameplay as it causes uncomfortable hand positioning for extended play. The 360's trigger and A button is a more natural feel with the tighter analog control. Honestly, If you own both consoles, don't even think about buying the PS3 version. there are far less polygons, the textures are blurry and there is constant screen tearing. Also, the PS3 controller is less suited to the gameplay as it causes uncomfortable hand positioning for extended play. The 360's trigger and A button is a more natural feel with the tighter analog control. Honestly, not one review compares how bad the PS3 version is. I returned the game to get the 360 version and the difference is like night and day.… Expand
  47. DavidG
    Dec 2, 2009
    10
    this game is awesome !!!! you cant deny it the missions and game play aren't that repetitive as in the first game but i still think you should have more options, but then again no other game is that realistic in game play (that's just my opinion)
  48. IliasV
    Dec 27, 2009
    10
    Great work. In my opinion it is one of the best sequels ever. The gameplay is awesome and the gaphics quite improved. But the most important is that the missions are now really interesting, something that in the first game was missing
  49. vineetb
    Dec 3, 2009
    10
    this game is realy awesome.story,graphics&gameplay every thing is at its best.some problem is there regarding graphics.otherwise its a masterpiece
  50. GodhevalC
    Dec 3, 2009
    10
    This was the game I had been waiting for all year. Ubisoft Montreal has consistently produced titles that fit into my top ten and AC2 is no exception. About as close to a perfect gaming experience as I could ask for.
  51. anonymous
    Dec 7, 2009
    7
    Personally, I hated the game. The controls are horrible. Ezio is the only one that looks good. ALL of the characters are annoying. The ending is comically bad for a game that seemingly takes itself far too seriously. There is challenge anywhere aside from forcing yourself to have to go from blip to blip. The "economy" system is stupid. Medicine and hirelings are waaaay to cheap for being Personally, I hated the game. The controls are horrible. Ezio is the only one that looks good. ALL of the characters are annoying. The ending is comically bad for a game that seemingly takes itself far too seriously. There is challenge anywhere aside from forcing yourself to have to go from blip to blip. The "economy" system is stupid. Medicine and hirelings are waaaay to cheap for being as strong as they are. I never had to buy any ammo or armor. The assassin's tombs were the best parts, but even those were marred by the controls. I will say, if you *like* the contextual controls, then I'd give it a 9, as the game design is very solid. But to me, it's like playing with as a retarded Co-op AI bot.… Expand
  52. MaxW
    Nov 17, 2009
    10
    This game has been so intense so far, I mean I can see the parts where they can rank on it a little bit but besides that, totally epic. As soon As I got the game I could not put it down! Very good game!
  53. PascalB
    Nov 19, 2009
    10
    Big respect to the dev team - amazing game that stands out so much from what exists in term of video games --- Ubisoft took risks and listened. Thank you - I just love it!
  54. JuanR
    Nov 19, 2009
    9
    So many improvements have been made in this game. No longer do you have to those tedious side missions to completer you assassinations. There just part of the story, which isn't half bad if I may add. Ezio is a much more hilarious character than Altair was, especially when it comes to certain side missions.
  55. Urbanfire
    Nov 21, 2009
    9
    Although graphically its not too much of an achievement, since games like Uncharted 2 completely blow it away in that department, the game is surprisingly addictive. Ubisoft has definitely addressed the issues that plagued the first game - repepitiveness, linear game design, and lack of flexibility. This game is everything the first Assassin's creed should have been, and is up there Although graphically its not too much of an achievement, since games like Uncharted 2 completely blow it away in that department, the game is surprisingly addictive. Ubisoft has definitely addressed the issues that plagued the first game - repepitiveness, linear game design, and lack of flexibility. This game is everything the first Assassin's creed should have been, and is up there with the must-have games of this generation.… Expand
  56. AaronL
    Nov 22, 2009
    10
    You have to play this game. If you thought the first one was too repetitive, don't assume this one is as well. The gameplay is rich with variety and the graphics are pretty damn good for a 360 game. Ubisoft really payed attention to detail . I've yet to see a game with this much content and history behind it. Finally a game that requires a bit of thinking. Thank you Ubisoft!
  57. AndyA
    Nov 22, 2009
    10
    Great game. They improved on many of the aspects that needed improvement, there is a lot more variety and the story is still intriguing. To Richard N, don't bash the game just because you have an unjustified hate for Ubisoft
  58. BrombieA
    Nov 22, 2009
    9
    Definitely in the top 3 open world games. Very high production value. It's long enough to warrant a full price purchase. You can read all the positives but it's a lot harder to nitpick a good game like this: - The economy system is broken. You earn income every 20 minutes. Although there's a cap, leaving the game on for a whole day and reinvest the whole coffer 2 or 3 Definitely in the top 3 open world games. Very high production value. It's long enough to warrant a full price purchase. You can read all the positives but it's a lot harder to nitpick a good game like this: - The economy system is broken. You earn income every 20 minutes. Although there's a cap, leaving the game on for a whole day and reinvest the whole coffer 2 or 3 times, you'll not worry about money for the rest of the game. - Ubisoft, can we revamp the falling system? Gravity accounts for 99% of my deaths and 80% of my medicine vials. It's simply not fun. - Like AC, the game start-up is baffling. A loading bar to load another bar with a label "Loading" which loads the Ubisoft logo, then another loading screen to load the menu which allows you load your last saved game. Given the scarcity of options in the main menu (no multiplayer), why bother putting all these obstacles to get to the point?… Expand
  59. BertusE.
    Nov 24, 2009
    9
    Assassins creed is a great game but not as flawless as a game like uncharted 2 but it is open world. the game progresses through the story which is a huge improvement and it gives a lot more customization options than i would have expected. the voice acting is alright although it might sound a bit, well, crap sometimes. the free running is fun the combat is fun and the story is Assassins creed is a great game but not as flawless as a game like uncharted 2 but it is open world. the game progresses through the story which is a huge improvement and it gives a lot more customization options than i would have expected. the voice acting is alright although it might sound a bit, well, crap sometimes. the free running is fun the combat is fun and the story is intresting.... what not to like?… Expand
  60. Tokyochuchu
    Apr 10, 2012
    7
    Assassin's Creed II builds on the foundations of it's predecessor well. The graphics are beautiful and the scenic Italian locales combine for eye-popping vistas. The new climbing-puzzle 'dungeons' are a great addition, as are the more involved story-lines and ability to swim (or use a gondola). Where the game fails to stand up to the original title is in the assassinations themselves. TheAssassin's Creed II builds on the foundations of it's predecessor well. The graphics are beautiful and the scenic Italian locales combine for eye-popping vistas. The new climbing-puzzle 'dungeons' are a great addition, as are the more involved story-lines and ability to swim (or use a gondola). Where the game fails to stand up to the original title is in the assassinations themselves. The first game gave you the freedom to do whatever you wanted. It simply gave you the target and the tools to get the job done. This game insists on pushing you down a more linear, scripted path. You HAVE to climb this part of the wall. You HAVE to remain undetected. You HAVE to use a specific weapon... I really don't appreciate that change and it limited the impact of the game. That failing aside, Assassin's Creed is a descent sequel and a good template for subsequent games to improve upon.… Expand
  61. LatinCritic13
    May 18, 2020
    10
    Assassin's Creed II is a marvel in storytelling, gameplay, and historical exploration. Not to mention that Ezio Auditore is arguably the very best AC protagonist we have ever seen or cared about in recent memory. Well played Ubisoft, well played.
  62. Nysp
    Aug 16, 2020
    4
    In Brazilian Portuguese. I wrote the same review in English in Ezio Collection (PS4):

    O primeiro Assassin's Creed (AC) que joguei foi o IV (Black Flag) no PS3. Conhecia a franquia antes disso, claro, mas ela nunca havia me atraíodo. Black Flag tinha algo diferente que me chamou a atenção e me fez querer jogar. E gostei bastante. Muitos anos depois, virei fã da franquia. Joguei todos    In Brazilian Portuguese. I wrote the same review in English in Ezio Collection (PS4):

    O primeiro Assassin's Creed (AC) que joguei foi o IV (Black Flag) no PS3. Conhecia a franquia antes disso, claro, mas ela nunca havia me atraíodo. Black Flag tinha algo diferente que me chamou a atenção e me fez querer jogar. E gostei bastante.

    Muitos anos depois, virei fã da franquia. Joguei todos desde então e só não gostei de AC Odyssey, por diversas razões. Porém, ainda faltava jogar os anteriores ao Black Flag. E foi o que tentei fazer do ano passado pra cá.

    Peguei AC III pra jogar em 2019. Apesar de ter gostado do local e época onde ele se passa (independência americana), o jogo possui uma quantidade de falhas inacreditável. O jogo que mais tive problemas em jogar, em toda minha vida até então, havia sido The Witcher 3. A quantidade de bugs me fez perder algumas missões (tenho vídeo mostrando uma side quest que não conseguia completar devido a um bug). Mas The Witcher é excelente, mesmo com os problemas. O mesmo não pude falar de AC III. Ele conseguiu superar The Witcher em bugs de longe. Mas muito mesmo!

    E por que estou citando AC III ou The Witcher 3, jogos que tive problemas com bugs, em uma análise de AC II? Bom, é porque eu não consigo jogar AC II devido a quantidade massiva de problemas. Comprei há 2 meses a Ezio Collection em uma promoção. E ontem, tentei iniciar AC II pra jogar. Estou desistindo agora que estou escrevendo essa análise.

    Por muitos anos, escuto muitos fãs da série dizer que esse é o melhor jogo da série. Sempre achei um exagero e hoje não tenho qualquer tipo de dúvida que eles falam isso devido a nostalgia. O jogo não é, nem de longe, próximo de Black Flag, Rogue, Unity, Syndicate ou o ótimo Origins. É muito fraco, bem ruim mesmo. Em história é até interessante mas suas mecânicas são tão falhas, mas tão falhas que se torna injogável.

    Mecânicas como lutar, escalar ou pular são completamente aleatórias. As vezes funcionam, as vezes não. E sem qualquer motivo aparente para não funcionarem. NPCs aparecem do nada, de forma muito pior do que enfrentei no Unity. Inimigos aparecem e somem do minimapa e na sua frente durante o jogo. Por mais de uma vez, falhei a missão "Judge, Jury, Executioner" simplesmente porque inimigos apareciam e sumiam do minimapa e até na minha frente, em uma missão que você não pode ser identificado.

    Minha gota d'água pra desistir do jogo veio na missão "Arrivederci", em que eu deveria escoltar a mãe e irmão de Ezio. Ao final da missão, devo protegê-las do ataque de inimigos. A jogabilidade simplesmente não funcionava. A missão falhou diversas vezes porque meu personagem não abodecia os comandos e, pior, das poucas vezes que obedeceu, ainda atingiu a irmã do Ezio quem eu deveria proteger.

    Enfim, a quantidade assustadora de bugs fez de AC II o jogo com mais bugs que já joguei na minha vida (superando AC III e The Witcher 3), sem ter nem perto da qualidade de The Witcher ou mesmo a possibilidade de superar os bugs como em AC III. Uma experiência horrível que só não me fez pedir o dinheiro de volta pois a PSN não aceita após a conquista do primeiro trofeu.    … Expand
  63. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    6
    Although better than most Assassin's Creed games, two is still pretty dull in terms of narrative. The side activities are a bit of fun and the core game-play is decent. But it's nothing great at all.
  64. Cmmcfreire
    May 12, 2020
    8
    Story - 9/10
    Gameplay - 8/10
    Graphics - 8/10
    Soundtrack - 9/10
    Levels - 8/10
    Replay value - 8/10
  65. Mo3gottar
    May 25, 2019
    9
    Good opening,music of Jesper Kyd,cutscenes,plot,characters,enhanced equipment,controls and parkour got better than in AC 1,
    Everyone must to play it
  66. eva3si0n
    Apr 10, 2018
    9
    Though I have also passed Assassin's Creed 2 in 2010, I have decided to pass anew the updated version as a part of Ezio Auditore Collection. Later the 9th a game of course doesn't carry away any more, gemply also the main thing archaic looks its simple, boring. The first third of a game of the player just lead by the hand and don't give any freedom. Presently Assassin's Creed 2 would be anThough I have also passed Assassin's Creed 2 in 2010, I have decided to pass anew the updated version as a part of Ezio Auditore Collection. Later the 9th a game of course doesn't carry away any more, gemply also the main thing archaic looks its simple, boring. The first third of a game of the player just lead by the hand and don't give any freedom. Presently Assassin's Creed 2 would be an ordinary middling person, a game which was played in 10-15 hours and forgotten. As for the remaster - this part worst of all is executed, the faces of characters have poisonous colors, better wouldn't touch them at all. Well and the most important - in a remaster didn't redo management. And it is the biggest pain in 2 parts. But Assassin's Creed 2 had main thing - the fine atmosphere of magnificent medieval Italy and young Ezio Auditore charismatic still.… Expand
  67. Asgard-Sama
    Aug 28, 2018
    10
    • Historia: 10/10
    • Personajes: 10/10
    • GamePlay: 9/10 • Gráficos: 8/10 • Sonido: 10/10 • Música: /10 • Longitud: 8/10 • Valor de repetición: 1/10 • Valor del jugador: 10/10 Sin duda uno de los mejores Assasins Creed en mi opinión, un gran inicio de la Trilogía de Ezio Auditore. - El Protagonista, de lo mejorcito, un protagonista que derrocha carisma, con el que compartes    • Historia: 10/10
    • Personajes: 10/10
    • GamePlay: 9/10
    • Gráficos: 8/10
    • Sonido: 10/10
    • Música: /10
    • Longitud: 8/10
    • Valor de repetición: 1/10
    • Valor del jugador: 10/10

    Sin duda uno de los mejores Assasins Creed en mi opinión, un gran inicio de la Trilogía de Ezio Auditore.

    - El Protagonista, de lo mejorcito, un protagonista que derrocha carisma, con el que compartes buenos y malos momentos, que ves crecer desde las calles de Florencia haciendo trastadas viajando por toda Italia en momentos épicos, tristes, alegres, románticos, sin lugar a dudas uno de los mejores protagonistas de los últimos tiempos.

    - La jugabilidad es buenísima, mejorando bastante la jugabilidad del Assasins Creed 1, mejora y aumenta los movimientos de Parkour y de escalada, también mejora la movilidad y movimientos a caballo y a nado, aumenta las posibilidades de esconderse, escapar y de asesinar.

    - El Combate es mas fluido aunque sigue siendo un sistema de combate facilillo.

    - La Banda sonora es brutal, ayuda mucho a tener una gran inmersión y te sabe cambiar acorde al momento para tenernos siempre metidos en la escena.

    - Gráficamente mejora mucho respecto al primero.

    - La historia no tiene desperdicio y resulta muy interesante.

    - Las ciudades son espectaculares, mucho mas que en el primer Assasins, se sienten llenas de vida, plagadas de monumentos y edificios históricos que te dan la impresión de estar dando un paseo por la Italia del renacimiento,

    Para mi uno de los mejores juegos de su generación y un juego que sin lugar a dudas esta en mi TOP personal de videojuegos, atrapante, divertido y emocionante, lo recomiendo a todo el mundo y personalmente para mi es un juego de 10.    … Expand
  68. Tenacidad963
    Nov 24, 2017
    10
    El videojuego es mucho mejor que el titulo anterior. Es porque con más presupuesto usaron otro motor gráfico. La jugabilidad es casi la misma con mejoras, ya se puede nadar en el agua o en los ríos de Italia. La época del renacimiento está bien, el enfrentar a los Medicis, a Sabonarola, a Rodrigo Borgia. Y el conocer a Da Vinci, a Catherina Esforza, ver más de la hermandad es un acierto.El videojuego es mucho mejor que el titulo anterior. Es porque con más presupuesto usaron otro motor gráfico. La jugabilidad es casi la misma con mejoras, ya se puede nadar en el agua o en los ríos de Italia. La época del renacimiento está bien, el enfrentar a los Medicis, a Sabonarola, a Rodrigo Borgia. Y el conocer a Da Vinci, a Catherina Esforza, ver más de la hermandad es un acierto. La pelea final es un duelo a puño limpio con el antagonista, y la revelación final asombra.

    In English
    The video game is much better than the previous title. It's because with more budget they used another graphic engine. The gameplay is almost the same with improvements; you can already swim in the water or in the rivers of Italy. The Renaissance period is fine, facing the Medicis, Sabonarola, and Rodrigo Borgia. And knowing Da Vinci, Catherina Esforza, seeing more of the brotherhood is a success. The final fight is a duel with a clean fist with the antagonist, and the final revelation amazes.    … Expand
  69. SPLINTERBORN
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best games ever made. Nostalgia bias is real.
    Amazing atmosphere from the art style to the phenomenal soundtrack.
    Combat is fine but very dated and not great even in 2009.
    Parkour is relatively identical to AC 2007 but refined and the world is designed is a little less realistic but a lot more fun with updated features.
    Review Unfinished.
  70. user12
    Dec 2, 2017
    9
    Easily one of the best games I've ever played. It feels a bit dated, but it's still a fantastic game, and a timeless classic. AC2 will captivate and excite you right from the start. It features a great, well told story, a colourful cast of characters (some of which are very well written), and a beautiful setting. The graphics at the time were more than cutting-edge. AC2's gameplay isEasily one of the best games I've ever played. It feels a bit dated, but it's still a fantastic game, and a timeless classic. AC2 will captivate and excite you right from the start. It features a great, well told story, a colourful cast of characters (some of which are very well written), and a beautiful setting. The graphics at the time were more than cutting-edge. AC2's gameplay is admittedly a bit repetitive (as is the case with most games), but it's still quite fun, and is also a decent challenge.
    So, all things considered, AC2 is a fantastic game which you need to experience. This game is a work of art, just like Shadow Of The Colossus, Skyrim, BioShock, The Last Of Us, etc.    … Expand
  71. Arodin77
    Nov 25, 2017
    7
    2009's Assassin's Creed 2 at the time was ground-breaking for the franchise; a major upgrade from the original game in terms of story, characters, visuals and gameplay, and added in a lot to the table the later Assassin's Creed games would end up using. 8 years later however, and the shine that the game once had has slowly been fading away.

    One of the reasons why the game was praised so    2009's Assassin's Creed 2 at the time was ground-breaking for the franchise; a major upgrade from the original game in terms of story, characters, visuals and gameplay, and added in a lot to the table the later Assassin's Creed games would end up using. 8 years later however, and the shine that the game once had has slowly been fading away.

    One of the reasons why the game was praised so highly was because it's style of gameplay was still repetitively new to the major gaming audience at the time, and this game was one of the best we had. Unfortunately with more and more games adhering to this style in recent years (Horizon Zero Dawn, Mirrors Edge, Dying Light among others spring to mind). The technical issues with the game have begun to stand out more. Don't get me wrong, the game is still a ton of fun to play, and the controls are responsive enough, it's just that the gameplay at times can be stiff, clunky, and buggy. Examples include randomly jumping off of or completely missing a building for no reason, accidentally assassinating a group of civilians when you were specifically targeting guards (something they don't end up fixing until Assassin's Creed 3 in 2012, 3 years and 3 games after 2), guards taking a lifetime to attack, not countering an attack despite the fact that you pressed the right button combination perfectly, getting detected for no reason, I could go on and on, but that would be doing the game too much of a disservice, it still works fine, with a large list of ways to traverse the environments, kill guards and attempt missions with all of them (most of the time) being very gratifying.

    The story for the game is something that I don't get the appeal for. The first hour of the story is great, with Ezio Auditore's family (who are Assassins, not known to a young Ezio at the time) being framed and hung by traitors (Who are Templars), being told really well, and the development between the characters leading up to the event I thought was really well done. However, once you kill the guy who killed your family (which happens far too early in the game), escape into the countryside and become an Assassin, the story begins to get slightly stale and very drawn out, becoming repetitive in the process. The only thing that saves it is the characters themselves. People like Leonardo Da Vinci, the thieves in the latter part of the game, and the Auditore family I thought to be amazing characters, with Ezio himself being one of the much more likeable characters in the Assassin's Creed franchise. However the extra side missions can be quite entertaining, from beating up cheating husbands, to executing assassination contracts (a bit too many of these but they mostly weren't a problem), to some pretty fun races, to going around and collecting the games' many collectables.

    The visuals for 2009 standards are beautiful and really bring the world of Renaissance Italy to life and still hold up quite well 8 years later. Each city is distinct in look and feel, through it's architecture and inhabitants. from the bustling streets of Florence, to the murky marshlands of Romagna, to the canal-filled routes of Venice, they're all truly wonderful environments to explore.

    All in all, whilst this game is still a great addition to the franchise, I personally don't think it holds the title of 'Best Assassin's Creed Game' anymore. And honestly, I don't think it ever did. I personally believe the other two games in the Ezio trilogy (Brotherhood and Revelations) are better than 2. However, that's not to take away from what the game did manage to achieve back then. It's still great, just not as good as people say it is anymore.

    - Gameplay: 6/10
    - Story: 6/10
    - Main/Side Missions: 7/10
    - Characters: 8/10
    - Visuals: 8/10

    - Combined Score (Out of 50): 35/50
    - Final Score (Out of 10): 7/10
    - Grade: B-    … Expand
  72. lduncan27
    Dec 2, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Assassin’s Creed II is an absolutely amazing game with a great storyline, graphics, and gameplay. The player is truly engrossed into the life of Ezio in Renaissance Italy and he is very well portrayed through the story. My major issue with the game is that the combat system once understood is extremely simple and always the same. Enemies always attack one by one and their attacks can be easily dodged and/or countered. Although easy at times, the game is an excellent must-play because of its thrilling story and variety of quests and missions.… Expand
  73. Connorcox1997
    Feb 16, 2019
    10
    AC2 is one of the best games, and most addicting games have ever played. It's a huge improvement over the first game. They did bring back the old characters from the present time, but they also added new characters from the past in the renaissance era. I liked the character Ezio a lot in this game. They added a brand new story in the game with brand new missions that are playable in theAC2 is one of the best games, and most addicting games have ever played. It's a huge improvement over the first game. They did bring back the old characters from the present time, but they also added new characters from the past in the renaissance era. I liked the character Ezio a lot in this game. They added a brand new story in the game with brand new missions that are playable in the game. It's easily one of the best games in the series. I highly recommend it.… Expand
  74. AKthaBeast
    May 19, 2018
    8
    Took the first one and made it better. One of the, if not, best game in the franchise....
  75. BlitZeR_95
    Apr 29, 2018
    9
    An amazing Assassin's Creed game! I would skip the first one and play this one because this easily should've been the first game. A strong protagonist with a powerful revenge story. The game is set in Italy and you can learn many new things from their past culture.
    Easily better than the previous Assassin's Creed game!
  76. DarrionVale
    Aug 14, 2019
    8
    My personal rating for "Assassin's Creed II" (PS3): 8,4/10 - Great
    Gameplay: 8,5
    Video: 8,5
    Audio: 8
    Scope: 8,5
    Balance: 7,5
    Story: 9
  77. Johnny_evil2101
    Jul 13, 2018
    9
    Simply put: it's the best assassin's creed game up to date. It improved heavily on the mechanics of the orignal (such as increasing climb speed) and made up an interesting story in an interesting setting. The gameplay itself is very satisfying and the story really drags you in. There's enough variation in the missions and sidequests to keep you hooked until well after the game isSimply put: it's the best assassin's creed game up to date. It improved heavily on the mechanics of the orignal (such as increasing climb speed) and made up an interesting story in an interesting setting. The gameplay itself is very satisfying and the story really drags you in. There's enough variation in the missions and sidequests to keep you hooked until well after the game is completed.
    The controls are a huge improvement and don't feel different from games like Black flag. The graphics hold up well for it's mildly aging state.
    The music is great, some are memorable but most just fit in so well with the game it all just blends together in a big immersive experience.

    The only complaint I have with the game is that it's too easy, especially if it isn't your first AC game. The combat is pretty much countering your opponent (which they made astronomically easier in this game) but it has enough other (albeit less effective) options available to keep it fun.

    If you've never played AC but want to: Play this game
    If you've played AC before but not this game; Play this game
    This game is the reason there's a new AC every year.    … Expand
  78. Jyadaus
    Jul 17, 2019
    9
    The main problem of Assassin's Creed (I) is, main missions are copy paste. You are doing same thing for hours but Assassin's Creed II fixed this problem. You can feel, you are not playing the same missions and this is, why Assassin's Creed II is a great game in my opinion.

    We are starting our journey for revenge! But than, some interesting things happen. When game start, we are not an    The main problem of Assassin's Creed (I) is, main missions are copy paste. You are doing same thing for hours but Assassin's Creed II fixed this problem. You can feel, you are not playing the same missions and this is, why Assassin's Creed II is a great game in my opinion.

    We are starting our journey for revenge! But than, some interesting things happen. When game start, we are not an Assassin. We are stupid lmao. Than we take lessons from unexcepted peoples and thats also great. And, the most important thing of scenario, is the end. Thats really cool mate! Scenario feels better than first game. Because you are playing not copy paste missions lol.

    First game I can only remember 4 characters. Altair, Mentor, Robert and our last target. But, this game also fix this thing. I can remember bunch of characters. Ezio, Ezio's Family, other Assassins, our enemies, our friends. Thats really good. We have living city, and they are great part of game. I am really glad... We can buy armours and weaopons for Ezio. Thats all? No, You can buy medicine pouchs, poison pouchs and etc. You can feel Ezio's development! You are watching Ezio, growing up to man.

    Openworld and side missions are better than first game. You can feel, you are playing in a living city. Thives on roofs, escorts try to get some money. Everyone speaking each other and etc. Also, i like play with different cities. Thats cool! Openworld is really good.

    Side missions? They are also great! You can collect Codex pages, Assassin Seals (for Altair's Armor), you can watch "The Truth" (and this video is really interesting.). For watch a video, you need unlock 20 files! You need find 20 glyphs, and then unlock them with puzzles. Also, we have a castle named Monteriggioni, and u are building shops, and defence systems. You are earning money from there. Also, if u buy a weapon or armor or etc., the money you earn is increasing. That's why it becomes more important to develop Ezio.

    DESMOND CAN DO SOMETHING EXCEPT SLEEP, SPEAK AND **** ENTER THE ANIMUS! THATS GREAT! Desmond have 3 missions. Meh, he can do something. Thats good.

    Combat System is more arcade than first game. But still good. You still need block sometimes etc. You can still feel this.

    The same thing with combat system for parkour. You can feel you are climbing the towers, building. You need press 2-3 buttons still and this is great! Now? Game automatic climbing for you    … Expand
  79. GarethB
    Oct 7, 2018
    8
    A step up on the first game, a better lead in Ezio and a much more fleshed out world.
  80. JuanJoker
    Sep 30, 2018
    8
    This game has a very good world,story and the fighting sistem is well done but the parcour is very stressful and annoying , especially in chase sequences
  81. trarantino
    Dec 29, 2018
    9
    Игра шидевр! Просто лучшая игра всех времён и народов. Какая графика, какой графон!
  82. QuietLion
    Jan 3, 2019
    10
    Bella vita la nostra , eh ,fratello ? La migliore . Possa non cambiare mai . E Possa non cambiare comunque precisando che sono italiano e abito vicino Firenze ,quindi sono di parte , questo titolo è un capolavoro . Secondo me il migliore assassin’ creed di sempre ed Ezio il miglior personaggio della saga . Storia magnifica che ti imprigiona al gioco fino a quando non finisce , grafica cheBella vita la nostra , eh ,fratello ? La migliore . Possa non cambiare mai . E Possa non cambiare comunque precisando che sono italiano e abito vicino Firenze ,quindi sono di parte , questo titolo è un capolavoro . Secondo me il migliore assassin’ creed di sempre ed Ezio il miglior personaggio della saga . Storia magnifica che ti imprigiona al gioco fino a quando non finisce , grafica che per essere un gioco del 2009 è fantastica . Al giorno d’oggi si stanno creando capolavori dal punto di vista grafico e tutto però questo titolo come solo pochi è si un capolavoro ma riesce anche a farti innamorare di sè stesso fino farlo diventare un qualcosa che per il giocatore sarà difficile dimenticare ...… Expand
  83. KratosKong
    Jun 20, 2019
    10
    Esta segunda entrega supone una mejora gigantesca respecto a la primera. Aqui la historia se desarrolla en la Italia renacentista por lo que conoceremos a algunas de las figuras mas ilustres de aquella epoca. La historia y los personajes cobran muchisima fuerza en este titulo.
  84. awayka
    Sep 9, 2019
    9
    Намного лучше первой части, все осмысленно, задания разные, добавилось и новое управление (сочетания клавиш = новые действия). Наконец-то появились трофеи! Отдельный плюсик.
  85. ToshLichev
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    The greatest AC game ever, the beginning of one of the greatest trilogies in gaming and the game that introduced the world to Ezio Auditore, A masterpiece that only suffers from it's sub-par graphics and at certain times, a bit clunky controls.
  86. Nameless2131
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
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  87. Luahanseng
    Aug 22, 2020
    9
    Played the game for 26hrs completing all its sidequests and tombs. I am reviewing this from 2020(11 yrs from release). I gotta say its an overwelming feeling its a masterpiece i have few issues though like the controls and outdated graphics (ofcourse its an 11 yr old game) Still i enjoy it as much as i enjoy ac origins. Whats great about this game is that it was set up just enough that iPlayed the game for 26hrs completing all its sidequests and tombs. I am reviewing this from 2020(11 yrs from release). I gotta say its an overwelming feeling its a masterpiece i have few issues though like the controls and outdated graphics (ofcourse its an 11 yr old game) Still i enjoy it as much as i enjoy ac origins. Whats great about this game is that it was set up just enough that i like it compelled to it. I like its progression, customization, sidequest puzzles etc. Its so much fun, i never get bored. The story and narrative is one of the best ever made, and the character is so immersive. To conclude, i enjoyed it from start to finish im gonna give it a 9!… Expand
  88. Alnmedray
    Aug 4, 2019
    10
    beautiful game the truth without words is a work of art, without a doubt impeccable graphics and history!
  89. SilverGriever
    Sep 27, 2019
    9
    A great improvement over the first game. More variety and a better story overall. Great setting and representation of Italy during The Renaissance. Considered by most to be the best in the series.
  90. drongodan
    Feb 27, 2020
    10
    Took the best parts of the first game and improved upon it massively. Great story and characters and more important it was fun to play.
  91. Paschke274
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    This Review is in spaniich:

    Este es el mejor Assassins Creed que he jugado. La historia los personajes, ambientación y la jugabilidad son increíbles. Este juego tiene todo lo que pudieras pedir en un Assassins creed y para mí el mejor juego de 2009 y el mejor Assassins Creed. Si son Fans de la saga Assassins Creed les encantara este juego. Todavía lo juego en 2019 este juego es uno    This Review is in spaniich:

    Este es el mejor Assassins Creed que he jugado. La historia los personajes, ambientación y la jugabilidad son increíbles. Este juego tiene todo lo que pudieras pedir en un Assassins creed y para mí el mejor juego de 2009 y el mejor Assassins Creed. Si son Fans de la saga Assassins Creed les encantara este juego. Todavía lo juego en 2019 este juego es uno de los mejores juegos que he jugado. Lo recomiendo mucho para gente que empiece a jugar Assassins creed. Para gfenta que no tenga una Ps3 puede jugarlo en Ps4 Con la edición de Etzio Colección.

    Esta claro que hice la reseña 2 años después de que lo jugué. Me disculpo por hacer algo tarde la reseña.    … Expand
  92. Amirreza355
    Jul 16, 2022
    10
    The most impressive game character, rich story, beautiful gameplay, depicting history and...
  93. Branicles
    Dec 6, 2019
    9
    Playing Assassin's Creed II for PS3 straight after finishing the first Assassin's Creed entry for the first time felt like I had left the tutorial sewer dungeons rusty grates behind me and entered into the beautiful and fresh unknown. There are so many gameplay features that are introduced to you over the first 5 hours but you still get some more surprise gameplay sections later in thePlaying Assassin's Creed II for PS3 straight after finishing the first Assassin's Creed entry for the first time felt like I had left the tutorial sewer dungeons rusty grates behind me and entered into the beautiful and fresh unknown. There are so many gameplay features that are introduced to you over the first 5 hours but you still get some more surprise gameplay sections later in the game. Running up and over rooftops is smoother/faster than before making the free run/parkour very smooth, though there are still some issues in regards to getting your character to do what you want him to do resulting in unwanted jumps to your death. The combat is vastly improved on all fronts including unarmed combat allowing for exciting fights with the city guards. Enemies now have a basic health indicator above their heads to help you keep track of how much damage you have done to each one which is a godsend during bouts with numerous angry men. Grabbing opponents can now involve head butting and kicking. Different weapon types are better for fighting certain guards. You can now fight with your hidden blade! And air assassinations are extremely fun to pull off. There is so much to this game it would take more than the allotted review character count for me to discuss it all but I like to keep things brief. With that said onto the next topic.

    No spoilers here with the story, but what I can say... coming from the super serious first entry, I was surprised to see/hear both serious themes and plenty of humourous scenes which on occasion had me laughing out loud. Gripping to the end but can be hard to keep track of character names and how many years have gone by since you have last seen them even with the ingame logbook entries. I wanted more all the time and the game kept on giving throughout my playthrough.

    The graphics are lush and look very detailed, with lots of characters on the screen at the same time. This is where we see the games most noticeable negative, like the first entry, the game shows us that it is not very well optimised for the PS3's hardware. Screen tearing and framerate is a bit grating when you view the Italian cities and towns from above or run through some of the larger open areas with lots of people walking about their day. And not too distant objects like trees and fences can suddenly pop into view. While these problems do not make the game unplayable they are certainly a distraction at times. In the beginning scenes I did feel some character faces looked out of proportion, like a certain ladies mouth. But otherwise overall the cities looked just as breathtaking as the other cities in the first game.

    I did not like the situation with DLC, the publishers took two sequences out of the late game and sold it to us as DLC. They even leave the gap in the sequence numbers to represent that you do not have the full game. I am pleased to say while both pieces of paid for content extend the game by a few hours and are just as entertaining as the previous 30 hours of the game experience (I 100% every game I play where possible) I consider the 'missing' story inconsequential.

    Overall a phenomenal experience, only slightly marred by a few poor decisions by the publishers/developers. If I had a choice I would give this a well deserved 88/100 but Metacritic only allow User Scores out of 10... so 9/10 will have to do. Looking forward to playing AC: Brotherhood to 100% completion soon if ACII is anything to go by.    … Expand
  94. PanMrkvicka
    Feb 12, 2020
    9
    Such an amazing game for me, I spent a lot of hours in it and completed it on 100%. Story is amazing and gameplay is so much better than the first.
  95. juanesZ64
    Sep 17, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Requiescat In Pace, es la frase celebre que le dice a sus victimas de asesinato un nuevo antepasado en un nuevo periodo historico, que vivió en la Italia del Renacimiento, es la frase del celebre: Ezio Auditore da' Firenze, que significa descanse en paz, la historia inicia continuando la historia de Desmond Miles puesto que lo ayuda de escapar de Abstergo una empleada llamada Lucy Stillman que tras esacpar de Abstergo conoce a dos miembros de la orden de asesinos del presente que son: Shaun Hastings y Rebecca Crane que los tres lo meten en la version mejorada del animus, el animus 2.0. para que entrene para ser un asesino con los recuerdos de un nuevo antepasado en una nueva epoca historica que se llama: Ezio Auditore da' Firenze un joven Italiano de 17 años que vivio en la italia del Renacimiento que era un banquero común y corriente hasta que su vida dio un giro radical cuando mandan a ejecutar a su padre Giovanni Auditore y a sus dos hermanos: Federico y Petruccio a muerte debido a una conspiración contra ellos, y tras esto su tío Mario Auditore le cuenta que su padre era un miembro de la orden de los asesinos y lo entrenará para que el también sea un asesino mientras mata a los templarios que estuvieron contra su familia y les juró venganza hasta matar al principal complice, Gran maestre de los Templarios y el villano de esta historia: Rodrigo Borgia; la jugabilidad es el punto más alto del juego puesto que en el juego pasado era aburrida y repetitiva, aquí es todo lo contrario ya que es muy divertida y muy variada, ya tiene nuevas innovaciones y grandes cambios en la jugabilidad tales como: diferentes tecnicas de asesinato tales como asesinato aereo, que sirve para matar enemigos desde arriba, asesinato desde cornisas y asesinato desde escondrijos y además podemos tener dinero en florines para comprar cosas en las tiendas tales como: Herrero: para armaduras y armas, Medico: para recuperar tu salud y comprar medicinas, Sastres para mejorar las bolsas de tus armas y medicinas y cambiar el color de tu traje de asesino, y mercaderes de arte para comprar obras de arte, y no solo eso sino que podremos usar el dinero para reformar la viila donde vive Ezio como un alcalde o un político, además de que con el dinero poder contratar ladrones y cortesanas para que te ayuden con las misiones de sigilo, también puedes contratar mercenarios para que te ayuden en el combate, además de incluir armas nuevas tales como: la doble hoja oculta, la hoja envenenada, el cañon oculto, las bombas de humo, la capacidad de arrojar dinero y escapar con las bombas de humo, además del sistema de Notoriedad que sube cada vez que cometemos delitos por las ciudades y sirve basicamente para evitar que los guardias nos estén persiguiendo aunque por algun extraño motivo no sirve en los tejados ya que los guardias consideran delito estar por los tejados, y la notoriedad disminuye cada vez que arrancamos carteles de se busca, sobornamos a heraldos que dan las noticias, o matamos testigos, los controles son casi los mismos del juego pasado solo con algunas habilidades nuevas y botones nuevos tales como R2 para sacar el inventario de todas las armas del juego ya con las flechas puedes seleccionar las medicinas, cuando estamos en perfil bajo con Ezio no reza como Altair sino que camina más rápido puesto que Ezio se mezcla automaticamente con la multitud además de una funcion de robar a los cadavares para conseguir dinero y recoger sus cadaveres y armas y además de poder robar a civiles mientras caminamos con equis, además de nuevas habilidaades en el combate tales como: esquivar mejor, burlarte y desarmar, además de usar unas mecanicas secundarias tales como una carrera en carruaje en el camino a la Romaña, y usar unos de los inventos de Leonardo Da'Vinci que es la maquina voladora en una misión; en cuanto graficos es un aparatado que ha empeorado de su predecesor, ya que a pesar de que las ambientaciones de sus ciudades tales como: Florencia, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, Forli y sobretodo y antetodo la de la Ciudad de Venecia, y exclusivamente en la misión final en Roma son unicas y espectaculares, no se puede decir lo mismo de los personajes ya que se ven tan falsos y perecen hechos de plastilina y es la peor de la saga; la banda sonora es otro Punto más alto del juego ya que tiene temas tranquilos pero llenos de emocion y filosóficos tales como: Venice Rooftops, Venice Escape, Night Mission in Venice, Leonardo's Inventions Pt.2 y sobretodo y antetodo el que se convertiria en el tema principal no solo de este juego sino de todos los Assassin's Creed el cual es: Ezio's Family; la diificultad es muy poca en el juego puesto a las gran innovaciones que dejó la jugabilidad puesto que hacen muy facil el juego; en conclusion Assassin's Creed 2 es una gran secuela que demuestran que las segundas partes se hicieron para mejorar y que segundas partes si son muy buenas.… Expand
  96. samtoy3
    Aug 30, 2023
    8
    Bu oyunda ilk oyuna kıyasla çok mesafe katedilmiş. Floransa, Venedik, Vatikan, Bologna gibi şehirleri güzel aktarmışlar. Venedik hariç içerinde gezinmek çok hoş. Venedik sularla kaplı olduğu için bie yerden bie yere giderken köprü aramak ve suya dalmak hoş değil. Grafikler ilk oyuna kıyasla çok daha iyi. Oynanışı zevkli ve sonlara doğru zorlayıcı olmuş. Bazı yerlerde gizliliğin çok kötüBu oyunda ilk oyuna kıyasla çok mesafe katedilmiş. Floransa, Venedik, Vatikan, Bologna gibi şehirleri güzel aktarmışlar. Venedik hariç içerinde gezinmek çok hoş. Venedik sularla kaplı olduğu için bie yerden bie yere giderken köprü aramak ve suya dalmak hoş değil. Grafikler ilk oyuna kıyasla çok daha iyi. Oynanışı zevkli ve sonlara doğru zorlayıcı olmuş. Bazı yerlerde gizliliğin çok kötü çalıştığı oluyor. Villamızın olduğu haritayı geliştirmek ve bu bölgeden para kazanmak çok hoş. Bir intikam hikayesi olarak başlayıp, daha büyük bir amaca hizmet etmemize doğru açılıyor. Silah ve zırh setleri güzel. Oyun genel hatları ile günümüzde dahi zevkle oynanabilen bir oyun. Ben beğendim.… Expand
  97. Aqua678
    Jul 31, 2022
    7
    It's a good game, however its mechanics are deeply flawed and haven't aged particularly well: the parkour and traversal is fantastic when it works, however I've had periods where it simply won't respond to my input; the combat is incredibly boring and inconsistent, where I've either killed enemies within a short span of time and without too much hassle to it taking a stupid amount of timeIt's a good game, however its mechanics are deeply flawed and haven't aged particularly well: the parkour and traversal is fantastic when it works, however I've had periods where it simply won't respond to my input; the combat is incredibly boring and inconsistent, where I've either killed enemies within a short span of time and without too much hassle to it taking a stupid amount of time just to dispose of a few basic enemies. The mission design is rather bland and uninspired as well. However, its saving grace is within its fantastic story and characters, most notably Ezio. If you're looking for the definitve Assassin's Creed game, I'd honestly recommend skipping this one if you're a newcomer and play something like Black Flag instead.… Expand
  98. Sanicthebiatch
    Apr 24, 2020
    0
    This game sucks dicks bruhhhhhhhhhhhhh̉hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhbbbhhhbbhhhhhbbbbbhhhh
  99. ilya_zotov24
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    _Good game _
  100. MeinWein
    Apr 12, 2020
    8
    If you look at the Assassin's Creed, missions etc. are repeating themselves. But it's not like this at Assassin's Creed II. Also the open world seems different. It's more realistic and colorful according to first AC game. But after 6-7 hours gameplay is being boring. It's same same same and same. At least main quests and story is awesome and there are many side quests. So you can keepIf you look at the Assassin's Creed, missions etc. are repeating themselves. But it's not like this at Assassin's Creed II. Also the open world seems different. It's more realistic and colorful according to first AC game. But after 6-7 hours gameplay is being boring. It's same same same and same. At least main quests and story is awesome and there are many side quests. So you can keep enjoying game. Probably the best AC game. If you ask AC fans, they'll say the same for sure.… Expand
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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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