Assassin's Creed II

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8.7

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  1. Jacob_gabriel
    Aug 18, 2021
    7
    Ezio...Best assassin i'd say and the best game in the whole series ASSASSIN'S CREED.
  2. Fake-BigWeld
    May 11, 2020
    5
    There's a lot to like about this vastly improved sequel to the Assassin's Creed franchise, Ezio is a more charismatic and like-able protagonist, the story and setting are still very interesting, the environments look great, the side content is more varied, a larger weapon pool increases the creativity in which you can assassinate a target and the introduction of currency makes completingThere's a lot to like about this vastly improved sequel to the Assassin's Creed franchise, Ezio is a more charismatic and like-able protagonist, the story and setting are still very interesting, the environments look great, the side content is more varied, a larger weapon pool increases the creativity in which you can assassinate a target and the introduction of currency makes completing tasks and optional objectives rewarding.

    However, the sword combat, while improved from the original is still not very satisfying. There is no real depth to the combat besides just waiting for an opening and enemies can take too many hits which can drag on some fights, this issue is amplified when the expensive swords I was buying didn't seem to improve my damage output like they said they would. Climbing is faster than the original which is nice, but climbing in and of itself as a game play mechanic is still not fun. AC2 is at its worst however during tailing missions, these are lame missions where the player must follow a slow moving NPC character. They pop up way too much and drag on for ages, easily the worst thing about the game.

    Assassin's Creed 2 is an improvement from the original in every single way, but improvements to the Assassin's Creed core game play loop still doesn't make up for how boring AC game play can be in the first place, improved or not.    … Expand
  3. FidelGastro
    May 16, 2020
    10
    This game is begining of one of the most beautiful stories ever.
    I loved every second of this game. Even its already 11 years old, its still looking very good.
    Environment makes you feel like you are dived into 1500 Italy.
    Simply Amazing. 10/10
  4. gud1
    May 23, 2020
    8
    Its really good game. Definitively one should play it. It does not look top-notch for the first glance , especially on PS3 where framerate drops frequently , but through the all game you can feel that developers wanted to do their best about world design , characters and plot. I gave it 8 cause some activities felt a bit repetative and boring, but not much. Also traversal mechanicIts really good game. Definitively one should play it. It does not look top-notch for the first glance , especially on PS3 where framerate drops frequently , but through the all game you can feel that developers wanted to do their best about world design , characters and plot. I gave it 8 cause some activities felt a bit repetative and boring, but not much. Also traversal mechanic greatly improved since original AC.… Expand
  5. Copzon
    May 30, 2020
    10
    Es un juego increíble con una jugabilidad y gráficos muy buenos para el momento en que salio, además de una trama exelente y muy atrapante.
  6. Pedrollelo
    Jun 10, 2020
    8
    Muito pica. Eu andava cansado de Assassin's Creed mas esse ano eu senti que tava na hora de tentar voltar um pouco pra esse jogo que eu tanto gostava. Fui jogar os mais novos e era tudo uma merda, sempre tinha algum problema que incomodava e atrapalhava a gameplay inteira, seja história ou bugs. Mas o Assassin's Creed II foi quando eles tentaram acertar em tudo, e quase conseguiram. AMuito pica. Eu andava cansado de Assassin's Creed mas esse ano eu senti que tava na hora de tentar voltar um pouco pra esse jogo que eu tanto gostava. Fui jogar os mais novos e era tudo uma merda, sempre tinha algum problema que incomodava e atrapalhava a gameplay inteira, seja história ou bugs. Mas o Assassin's Creed II foi quando eles tentaram acertar em tudo, e quase conseguiram. A história é envolvente, os personagens são carismáticos, o combate é balanceado e o parkour muito responsivo. O que mais me impressionou desse jogo é como o parkour mais simples pode ser muito melhor de se jogar do que aquele exibicionismo do Arno, que em todo movimento tinha que dar uma giradinha. Nesse jogo aqui você tá fazendo tudo o que você quer, tudo o que você faz no controle você realmente sente que é o que está acontecendo na tela, sem nenhuma ajudinha, enquanto nos mais novos (como Unity e Syndicate) você sente como se tivesse demorando demais pra fazer certas coisas e executar certos comandos. As únicas partes que eu acho que poderiam ter melhorado são certos aspectos no combate e as partes finais do jogo. Às vezes eu entrava em combate e ficava tipo "ah, denovo não" porque certos inimigos simplesmente só levam dano quando eles querem, parece não ter nenhuma forma de fazê-los ceder e isso acaba um pouco com o flow do jogo. Em relação a história, eu acho que depois da sequência 9 fica meio rushado, o pulo de uma época pra outra é muito grande e o maior indicativo disso é a barba do Ezio, as outras coisas continuam as mesmas e o caos se estabelece muito rápido pra nós, mesmo que tenha se passado mais de 10 anos, porque a gente não viu esses 10 anos. Mas mesmo assim o final me agradou, e o todo o desfecho fez sentido, muito brabo. A ambientação é foda e as músicas são de fuder.

    PS: O arco de Veneza podia ser menor.    … Expand
  7. Nick_Scratch
    May 21, 2022
    9
    My first foray into the AC universe. Even in 2022, this game is pretty stellar. The combat is engaging and enjoyable; the world, the traversal, the story, it all just clicks. So fun.
  8. Coroneljostin
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    Good game they even getting older and te hemos visto por el world de la nada de la nada y encontré a la gente en 6años de los que llegaron TODAVIA a las olimpiadas y no me gusta JAJAJAJJA no se si
  9. laloACw2809
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    El mejor juego de la saga por mucho, la mejor banda sonora, la mejor historia, el primer cambio en cuanto al gameplay (en comparación con su lanzamiento anterior), además de horas de juego y misiones secundarias que si bien son un tanto repetitivas te ayudan a pulir tus habilidades en combate. No por nada es el juego que le dio vida a todo Ubisoft.
  10. Frijol
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    this game is nothing but but beautiful, and amazing. i loved the story and how fun was to kill and run all around Florencia
  11. ageVeilliW
    Sep 22, 2022
    9
    Assassin’s Creed II took all the aspects that the first game did well and improved on it such as the gameplay and world design. The game also features one of the greatest video game protagonists through a compelling narrative set to one of the greatest soundtracks of all time. Although it may not be the first game, Assassin’s Creed II is what blew the franchise up to the levels that hasAssassin’s Creed II took all the aspects that the first game did well and improved on it such as the gameplay and world design. The game also features one of the greatest video game protagonists through a compelling narrative set to one of the greatest soundtracks of all time. Although it may not be the first game, Assassin’s Creed II is what blew the franchise up to the levels that has allowed it to continue a decade later.… Expand
  12. Andrei20
    Jul 13, 2022
    9
    This game is very based im not gonna lie to you my friend very based game indeed
  13. martinho_99
    Mar 11, 2022
    8
    A great successor who did many things better than part 1. Ezio is a legendary character, the story is great but sometimes it is unclear how some enemies are connected and why you have to assassinate them.
  14. iliasvosk
    Jul 10, 2020
    0
    All Ubisoft games is failure, boring and pointless is not worth wasting hours of your life.
  15. MADSAYZ
    Aug 1, 2020
    10
    The best franchise and the best game ever ! I'm a huge fan of this game, 10/10
  16. PatitoCosmico67
    Jul 29, 2020
    9
    Muy buena historia, con un personaje con mucho carisma. Gráficamente no fue el top, pero creo que consiguió verse muy bien para la época. Pero las mecánicas han envejecido bastante mal.
  17. LironesAlviento
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    El juego por el que una saga sigue viviendo del cuento desde que salió, el mejor de todos junto con la hermandad, el resto sin dejar de ser juegos entretenidos son un chicle estirado hasta la saciedad.
  18. BeanLaden
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Arguably one of the best games that any game studio has ever made, from the open-world to the soundtrack, from the gameplay mechanics to the plot and individual characters, this game is a mind blowing beast
  19. Exeqution
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    Played this game originally around 2013-14 ish .. revisited it 2018. Best single player mode i have ever played. Flawless and moving.
  20. UnTalFredo
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    A solid 10, a must play game, the best game in the saga yet. The Ezio story is so good that you want more and more and more of it.
  21. hector_bcn98
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    La evolución lógica de la saga a nivel de historia, ampliación de mundo, jugabilidad y mecánicas.
  22. Sciza
    Jan 18, 2021
    9
    assassin's creed II is amazing, a masterpiece for every videogamer. the story is beautiful, and it takes you to devour the game and finish it in a short time without even realizing it. the gameplay however is a bit annoying, due to some bad mechanics such as combat or parkour
  23. AlcorralesA
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    History Chanel and Discovery Civilization un a game. Amazing landscape and views. You can virtualy visita lots of places in real (or almost real) cities layouts.
  24. hfkpjprmpfkjrpr
    Mar 7, 2021
    9
    The Beginning of a Legend Assassins Creed 2 Main Story The Legendary Ezio Character The Legendary Battle Mechanics May Be Outdated Now But When It First Released, One Word Legend At The End Of The Game Completely Different Side Tasks Good Animations From The First Game It Is Better Than The First Game But It Is Old After All 12 Years So Who Can I Recommend This Game First Those who missThe Beginning of a Legend Assassins Creed 2 Main Story The Legendary Ezio Character The Legendary Battle Mechanics May Be Outdated Now But When It First Released, One Word Legend At The End Of The Game Completely Different Side Tasks Good Animations From The First Game It Is Better Than The First Game But It Is Old After All 12 Years So Who Can I Recommend This Game First Those who miss the old Assassins Creed games like me, who want a story, and those who are very old, that is, Italy 500 years ago, who are curious about the architecturally successful but the world like every Assassins Creed games, but for me, despite these cons, it is the best among Assassins Creed Games and in terms of Ubisoft Games. I Think I Can't Pass Without Saying Ezio Family Music Play Legend Briefly… Expand
  25. Nikitosss95
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    Lovely game! It’s not difficult to play, however the story is super amazing! It’s like reading a book and at the same time climbing all those walls and running on roofs and getting chased by guards, exciting stuff !! Ezio Auditore is by far my favorite Assassin!
  26. bianweiqu123
    Mar 4, 2023
    8
    Probably the best game i've played, ever. The story is interesting and complex, the gameplay is brilliant (fixed every bad thing from the first game) and the graphics make you feel like you're really in 1500 and in Italy. Amazing.
  27. MetaLegend95
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    The greatest game of all time. It is personally my favourite , and it's the best game in multiple genres:(stealth , historic , action-adventure , and parkour).
  28. Ardho
    Feb 27, 2022
    9
    the most beautiful parkour gameplay of the AC series, the main mission is not repetitive, ezio is a cool main character
  29. YokoHugo
    Jul 28, 2022
    8
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  30. itsMahran
    Sep 8, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. + A Very good game with great mechanics and always brings new tools to improve the gameplay.
    + The parkour is so fun but sometimes doesn’t do what i want to do
    + Good Characters especially Ezio
    + The game is like a wikipedia page of the Italian history, u will learn alot though out the game about important historical monuments.

    - The ending is so bad, through all the game i assassinated alot of characters just to get to Rodrigo (the main villain) but at the end the Ezio says your death will not bring my father and brothers to back! Then how about the previous assassination! It was really a very bad ending of the story, I don’t how they though about that.    … Expand
  31. VioIrdsGX
    Jun 13, 2022
    10
    That was the best Assassin's Creed game I've ever played, Auditore's story didn't let me stop the game for a second, I also won the Platinum of the game (the last trophy if I get stressed enough).
  32. dzsimarci
    Jan 26, 2023
    8
    Assassin's Creed is one of my favorite franchises of all time, however this game is not my favorite l, but it's definitely one of the best games in the series. The story is always interesting from start to end. But the story is being slowed down and immersion broken by some repetitive missions like freeing prisoners or collecting all of certain collectibles in the game for a mission,Assassin's Creed is one of my favorite franchises of all time, however this game is not my favorite l, but it's definitely one of the best games in the series. The story is always interesting from start to end. But the story is being slowed down and immersion broken by some repetitive missions like freeing prisoners or collecting all of certain collectibles in the game for a mission, though these can be excused because they are integral to the story. Another problem is that I don't think the stealth is really that developed, sure there are places you can hide, but it just doesn't feel like a stealth game to me. What I did like is the world building after all these years that this game was made it's still very immersive with musicians on the street and the carnival celebrations and architecture it feels really like you are there. Also the gameplay still very much holds up even though the climbing can be kind of annoying sometimes it's still very fun.… Expand
  33. Ez1459
    May 10, 2022
    10
    my 2nd fav game!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  34. Gilsonelpro333
    May 31, 2022
    10
    Is very good for history and charactersjdjdksjsjdkdksksksjsjzjzjsjsjsjsjsksjsjs
  35. Elias1750
    Dec 19, 2022
    7
    Story: 7/10

    Gameplay: 2/10

    Design, Environment: 9/10 Overall it was a fun Action game, Which gave a fantastic insight into ancient Italy.
  36. HuevoAlce
    Jul 2, 2022
    10
    A beautiful improvement on the first Assassin's Creed. Ezio is a brilliant character that is engaging in every aspect.
  37. trinovatic
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Que juegazo, no esperaba tanto pq hace no mucho tiempo Ubisoft me decepcionó con Far Cry 3 al jugarlo por primera vez y no porque sea malo, simplemente pq lo jugué en una época donde los mundos abiertos son muy repetitivos y ese juego junto con AC1 (que no lo he jugado) implemento un estilo de mundo abierto que en su época funcionó pero consideró que hizo mal a la industria, el mundoQue juegazo, no esperaba tanto pq hace no mucho tiempo Ubisoft me decepcionó con Far Cry 3 al jugarlo por primera vez y no porque sea malo, simplemente pq lo jugué en una época donde los mundos abiertos son muy repetitivos y ese juego junto con AC1 (que no lo he jugado) implemento un estilo de mundo abierto que en su época funcionó pero consideró que hizo mal a la industria, el mundo abierto repetitivo de los iconos, torres y fortalezas, y este estilo en un Far Cry me cansó por ser un FPS, y un mapa que me interesaba 0.
    Pero en AS2 fue todo lo contrario, si, es el mismo tipo de mundo abierto, pero lo que me hizo disfrutarlo fue ese mundo tan vivo que tiene, claro la inteligencia artificial a diferencia de hoy en día es peor, pero es un juego del 2009, aún asi dio la sensación de mundo abierto vivo y el parkour es una genialidad hizo que el juego se me hiciera super divertido, jamás pensé decir esto pero me dieron ganas de platinarme un juego de Ubi, por eso el gameplay también es una maravilla y los gráficos también son una locura se notaba que en PS3 todo cambió.

    Pero sin duda alguna su fuerte como todos sabemos es su historia, es increíble Ezio es muy buen personaje y su trama que dura como 20 años esta muy bien desarrollada, y luego esa ambientación del renacimiento (que soy muy fan) me encantó.    … Expand
  38. TheDuner13
    Aug 6, 2022
    7
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  39. MeteorBlade
    Aug 30, 2022
    7
    It's really surprising that Ubisoft has changed the context for the game to Italy. gameplay has been greatly improved, reusing the strengths of part 1 and removing the weak points. The graphics are very eye-catching, I find it more beautiful than the first part but the way it keeps the player is not long, for collectors it is quite difficult to find items spread across the map, it makesIt's really surprising that Ubisoft has changed the context for the game to Italy. gameplay has been greatly improved, reusing the strengths of part 1 and removing the weak points. The graphics are very eye-catching, I find it more beautiful than the first part but the way it keeps the player is not long, for collectors it is quite difficult to find items spread across the map, it makes me frustrated, the task The side service is more varied but it's quite boring.… Expand
  40. Martin29Knight
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    El mejor Assassin's Creed de la saga. El mejor personaje de la saga. La mejor historia de la saga. Simplemente increíble.
  41. Pereira2000
    Nov 12, 2022
    8
    El mejor de la saga ya que la historia es buen y no se hace monotona como en el 1 pero hay muchos bugs y la ia es bastante mala
  42. SauceBox6
    Nov 26, 2022
    9
    10 - Masterpiece
    9 - Amazing
    8 - Great
    7 - Good
    6 - Okay
    5 - Mediocre
    4 - Bad
    3 - Awful
    2 - Painful
    1 - Unbearable
  43. JrDouble
    May 21, 2023
    5
    Better than the first Assassin's Creed by a long shot, but still only a 5/10. Boring, clunky, brown.
  44. Giero
    Jan 4, 2023
    10
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  45. Joe2539
    Jan 2, 2023
    10
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  46. aaronnmp96
    Jan 31, 2023
    9
    Just by saying Ezio the game is worth it, the story is very good and improves in everything by one
  47. EfeAcikgoz
    Feb 11, 2023
    0
    Vallahi oyuna girdim bi baktım tuşların ismini yazmaktansa garip semboller koymuşlar. baktım durmadan birşey çıkıyor yok şuna bas yok buna bas alt+f4 çektim sildim oyunu zaten korsan indirmiştim. (4 saat bekledim bide inmesini)
  48. ReviewsAreBS
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    The best game in the series. Great plot, setting, upgrade system and puzzles. Probably the one game in the AC series that must be played.
  49. Yellsirskii
    Aug 16, 2023
    9
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  50. Shervin-1388
    Mar 23, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This great game is one of the best games in the world, the characterization of Ezio is great, it shows well that the world shows its dark side from time to time, but not always. But why didn't he kill Rodrigo Borgia at the end of the game? It was stupid. I think it was only because they could make Assassin's Creed Brotherhood that's why I give it a 9 out of 10.… Expand
  51. GioLaBot
    May 29, 2023
    10
    I rate this game like it was 2009; wow this game it's so fire, 10/10 story, 10/10 setting, 9/10 graphics, 10/10 soundtrack, 10/10 voice acting. for me it can compete for the game of the year. ah and obviously it's better than AC1
  52. Spidertime99
    Jun 17, 2023
    9
    Assassin's Creed 2 stands as a monumental achievement that revolutionized both the franchise and the gaming industry as a whole. Its rich historical setting, set in Renaissance Italy, provided a captivating backdrop for an epic tale of revenge and conspiracy. The game's introduction of Ezio Auditore, a charismatic and relatable protagonist, elevated the series to new heights, leaving aAssassin's Creed 2 stands as a monumental achievement that revolutionized both the franchise and the gaming industry as a whole. Its rich historical setting, set in Renaissance Italy, provided a captivating backdrop for an epic tale of revenge and conspiracy. The game's introduction of Ezio Auditore, a charismatic and relatable protagonist, elevated the series to new heights, leaving a lasting impact on fans and inspiring future installments. Despite minor technical flaws and occasional repetitive missions, Assassin's Creed 2's innovative gameplay mechanics, intricate storyline, and breathtaking visuals set a new standard for open-world action-adventure games. Its influence on the industry cannot be overstated, making it a true classic that continues to be celebrated to this day.… Expand
  53. FrankCreeper
    Jul 11, 2023
    8
    I think this is the best game of the saga after his sequel...this game is written very well the characterization of Ezio Auditore is amazing the parkour compared for his predecessor is improved well and the plot is good...this is objectively a masterpiece for the Assasin's Creed saga
  54. Farzady
    Aug 2, 2023
    10
    Masterpiece. Everything in this game was far from Good, story, music, characters, combats... I think it is the greatest game of assassin's Creed franchise as ezio is the greatest character in franchise.
  55. Killerpummkin
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    This is the best Assassins Creed I have ever played. The story, the characters, the setting and the gameplay are amazing. This game has everything you could want in an Assassins Creed and for me the best game of 2009 and the best Assassins Creed. If you are a fan of the Assassins Creed saga you will love this game.
  56. Sheoko
    Aug 25, 2023
    10
    Assassin's Creed II took everything that was already great from the first game, erased the repetitiveness and boring/frustrating gameplay features from its predecessor, added a loooot of things, pursued its great present/past story... and put all that in a MASTERPIECE of a game.

    AC II might be my favourite game of all-time to this day, but objectively, even if this is not a perfect game    Assassin's Creed II took everything that was already great from the first game, erased the repetitiveness and boring/frustrating gameplay features from its predecessor, added a loooot of things, pursued its great present/past story... and put all that in a MASTERPIECE of a game.

    AC II might be my favourite game of all-time to this day, but objectively, even if this is not a perfect game 14 years later, it's hard to find many flaws in it. Once again, it delivered thanks to incredible settings all over Italian Renaissance, characters, with Ezio still being the best AC protagonist ever created, music, with the main theme still being reused in every following games after that, gameplay mechanics that were improved, story that was enriched, a lot of fun things to do and great new ways to approach assassinations during the missions.

    The Pazzi conspiracy arc was unforgettable, and I still remember to this day how it felt 14 years ago to advance in the story, through the eyes of Ezio, from its birth to his adult days, trying to take revenge on the people who betrayed his whole family.

    An adventure of a lifetime for sure. Please, if you never played this game, do it. You won't regret it.    … 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
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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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