Assassin's Creed III

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  1. mjfan97
    Apr 6, 2013
    7
    There is no doubt about it. This game has supremely high-production values, especially when it comes to the story or the graphical fidelity. In the sense of gameplay, not so much. See the developers stuck so heavily to the script most of what gameplay consists of is mundane story missions where you tail a fixed target. It's repetitive and boring, providing no innovation at all. The combatThere is no doubt about it. This game has supremely high-production values, especially when it comes to the story or the graphical fidelity. In the sense of gameplay, not so much. See the developers stuck so heavily to the script most of what gameplay consists of is mundane story missions where you tail a fixed target. It's repetitive and boring, providing no innovation at all. The combat is still fluid, albeit easy but it's nice to see how inventive they were with some of the ways you can kill your enemies. The animations and the game world is breathtaking, with the mountain regions being implemented in the game for a new, dynamic free-running system. This for the most part, works very well but it's a shame you're discouraged to explore the rooftops so heavily with the amount of guards that are conveniently up there. The side-missions and other activities lack any real engagement or reason to care about them, they just feel tacked-on. The naval missions though are a welcome addition to the series and fit the era the game is depicted in. The story and voice-acting are good but the new protagonist lacks any personality, he just feels like some guy. Oh, and don't even get me started on that s***** ass ending which is obviously intended as sequel bait. Lastly, the 100% synchronization is supposed to be a set of additional objectives in a mission but the missions are so linear and centred around the story anyway that you probably won't notice or care about it. Overall, it's a good game but I feel like the series is spiralling downward more and more, going onto the path of the endless Call of Duty sequels.… Expand
  2. DemonKnight94
    May 25, 2013
    7
    AC3 could have been so much better, it is ruind by all gliches and the fact that its not eaven finished. Not to forget the gameplay mechanics are not the best one either that i came up with a solution on very quickly. But now AC has become COD anyway so i don´t care anymore
  3. Tommohawk
    Jul 6, 2013
    6
    Right I'm going to get straight to the point. The Connor parts of this game are average at best. He's not a particularly likable character and everything you saw in the trailers for this game (like jumping and shooting with the bow and everything being epic) are impossible. So that's that out of the way. Then the Desmond parts of the game are just stupid. Yet again the sci-fi parts of theRight I'm going to get straight to the point. The Connor parts of this game are average at best. He's not a particularly likable character and everything you saw in the trailers for this game (like jumping and shooting with the bow and everything being epic) are impossible. So that's that out of the way. Then the Desmond parts of the game are just stupid. Yet again the sci-fi parts of the game ruin it for me and, having completed all previous parts of the franchise (not completely just the main stories like a lot of other people) I was left sitting at the screen watching a cutscene and not knowing what the hell was going on.... Assassin's Creed it pains me to say it has lost it's way.… Expand
  4. Rottenapple
    Nov 18, 2013
    6
    Main character is a @#$%^*bag. Can't stand him. He's pretentious, snobby, and with zero substance. Every time he speaks, which is very often as there are too many cutscenes, I roll my eyes. Afraid they might stick that way. Taking back to store.
  5. Vicjo
    Jan 27, 2014
    6
    This assassins creed has disappointed me a lot, Connor is a character hasn´t have personality, he doesn´t know why he fight. The beginning of the game is slow, the first 4-5 hours are very boring. The game submit much graphical errors, like weapons in levitation, characters that appear suddenly. The combat system has been improved respect over previous releases but yet is still below otherThis assassins creed has disappointed me a lot, Connor is a character hasn´t have personality, he doesn´t know why he fight. The beginning of the game is slow, the first 4-5 hours are very boring. The game submit much graphical errors, like weapons in levitation, characters that appear suddenly. The combat system has been improved respect over previous releases but yet is still below other games like batman arkhan. The gameplay follows the patters of previous deliveries, but have errors, like getting stuck between tress that at times maddening. The story is very poor and how the story end, don´t like all.

    good thinks in the game: ship battles, are fun but lack depth.

    Only I recommend the game, diehard fans of assassins credd.    … Expand
  6. onewarmslime
    Nov 18, 2014
    7
    AC3 is the last chance the franchise had to reach the quality of Brotherhood once again , and it failed. Don't get me wrong, it's a good game, but it should have been released like a year later than it was: it's absolutely RIDDLED with glitches, crashes (my PS3 hang completely three or four times during critical tasks/missions), freezes and control issues. In fact they could probably haveAC3 is the last chance the franchise had to reach the quality of Brotherhood once again , and it failed. Don't get me wrong, it's a good game, but it should have been released like a year later than it was: it's absolutely RIDDLED with glitches, crashes (my PS3 hang completely three or four times during critical tasks/missions), freezes and control issues. In fact they could probably have skipped AC Revelations to work on the bugs in this one and wrap the series up with a great title, but no. Add to these the unsatisfactory ending (if you would call it an ending)...

    When I say glitches, it's either the kind of things that pull you out of the experience (like NPCs disappearing during missions, entire battles being skipped because the assassination target fell on the water (5 years and NPCs still can't swim), characters speaking in cutscenes without their mouths moving or vice versa, repetitive sounds/banter etc) or the kind of things that make you want to throw the controller at the screen (for example in one naval mission it wouldn't let me use the swivels or "brace" to avoid damage. I restarted it twice and it worked). One of the latter is the weird control issues you'll encounter when you try to walk in a straight line when there are crates to the sides: Connor would rather jump from crate to crate than just run a straight line. It'll take you a while to figure out that things are much easier if you don't press the X button (something that should have been emphasized since it contradicts with the previous games).

    But it's hard to stay mad at AC3. Cause aside from the story missions there's a ton of things to do and see in New York and Boston (or even the countryside). There's a shipload of side missions , naval missions, assassination contracts, help out poor people and tons of other stuff. Ubisoft did a great job here and did not repeat the mistake it made in Reveleations.

    As far as the plot is concerned, on the one hand AC3 has an captivating story to tell, on the other hand the main Desmond/Abstergo/End-of-the-world storyline has no satisfactory ending. Then again, it was a mess since the beginning, so perhaps that's no surprise. Oh, and I should mention that, if you're the type that never reads/watches walkthroughs on principle then you're screwed, because solving the three "power source" puzzles (you have to if you're gonna watch the final cutscenes) will probably take you a year. Another poor choice on Ubisoft's part.

    On to the graphics, my mind is blown. These are the best graphics I've ever seen in a PS3 game to date. The framerate is actually better than Revelation's. Threre are occasional freeze-ups but it only happened 6 or 7 times during gameplay.

    Overall good game, definitely worth a buy now but you won't be thrilled. It could have been better. Unfortunately I couldn't play the DLC, because the disc was imported in Asia and apparently I'd have to live there to play it. Bummer.    … Expand
  7. AndyClimax
    Jan 13, 2015
    6
    Never managing to live up to the initial plot twist, AC 3 sees you (mainly) take the role of Connor during the American revolution. All the familiar ingredients are present yet somehow seem disjointed and more of a chore than ever. Connor is a far cry from the charismatic Ezio and the locations not as glorious as Rome or Venice. You've also got the continuation of Desmond's story out ofNever managing to live up to the initial plot twist, AC 3 sees you (mainly) take the role of Connor during the American revolution. All the familiar ingredients are present yet somehow seem disjointed and more of a chore than ever. Connor is a far cry from the charismatic Ezio and the locations not as glorious as Rome or Venice. You've also got the continuation of Desmond's story out of the animus with a truly terrible ending to the game.… Expand
  8. BenHazelden
    Oct 13, 2014
    6
    Not a bad game, but is a disappointment once more with a weak and pungent story-line. Game-play has improved since Revelations, and the graphics are very appealing, however this game was hyped beyond it's borders.
    6/10 - Ben Hazelden
  9. LatinCritic13
    May 18, 2020
    6
    Assassin's Creed III is the first American AC game starring a Native American and it was not so good that I expected to be. The graphical fidelity and improved gameplay mechanics are an upgrade to the AC franchise, but the story and main character not so much. And it can be pretty boring as you finish the game and the DLCs are not great either. So much for Connor's revenge story turned into ashes.
  10. MyTopREVIEWS_LV
    Jan 15, 2015
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Being AC third main installment we thought that Ubi-soft will bring stunning new editions to the table......they succeed in some ways but fall flat on others.

    First of we get a very long training period until we get to run free in the games vast sandbox. At sequence 6 you can run around and do the things you want to do. The story for the most part is very rushed and there is almost no suspense in the games narrative. There is a new main protagonist in the game...Connor, who sets of on a mission to save his people from the templars. The best part of the story imo was the opening Haytham sequences. The story seamed very paced.

    The combat has yet again stayed partly the same ar ACB and ACR. Some cool looking animations and fluid moves make the combat feel realistic. And sometimes you can even get killed because of the different enemy types.

    Naval combat makes its first appearance. It was awesome, but after a while it get booring to do the naval missions which last for about 5 minutes. They feel like naval minigames. The storybased naval missions are far longer than 5 min, and leave a greater impact on the story.

    The graphics have been improved, but the overall wow factor was less than enjoyable. Mostly because there are no tall building to free run on. Most of the buildings are two or three stories high. Major texture popin issueas are clearly visible, and many repeatetive character animations, take away some of the enjoyment of just running throughout the city,

    Overall AC3 ir a good game, but the lackluster story, somewhat booring missions leave us wanting something compleatly fresh. The American Revolution was a great chapter in history, but it wasnt ar greatly told ar in the rest of the AC games.    … Expand
  11. ACGAMESOP
    Jan 18, 2015
    7
    I loved this game same with ezio's games.It changes many things from faster climbing to easier but better and more challenging battle.Also it is the first ac game which introduce naval battle.Connor and the story were pretty cool but many hate it.
  12. DailySalesman
    Mar 22, 2015
    7
    The third title in the mostly critically-acclaimed Assassin’s Creed series is at best a decent experience. The game gets off to a good start with its wonderfully paced first few sequences but then drags a bit before finally setting you off as an Assassin pretty late into the game. The gameplay may be nice (particularly the stealth) but bad character detailing and overused cuss words don’tThe third title in the mostly critically-acclaimed Assassin’s Creed series is at best a decent experience. The game gets off to a good start with its wonderfully paced first few sequences but then drags a bit before finally setting you off as an Assassin pretty late into the game. The gameplay may be nice (particularly the stealth) but bad character detailing and overused cuss words don’t make this one of my favorites.… Expand
  13. Nel
    Dec 13, 2016
    7
    Not as good as II, but still a great sequel. The game has the same fighting mechanics, and has tons of collectibles and stuff to do. The game is enjoyable, and if you enjoy the serie you wont get dissapointed.
  14. Cmmcfreire
    May 5, 2020
    7
    Story - 6/10
    Gameplay - 8/10
    Graphics - 8/10
    Soundtrack - 8/10
    Levels - 7/10
    Replay value - 6/10
  15. Blanche
    Jun 29, 2016
    7
    Bit of a different game from its predecessors, but unfortunately this refreshed formula did not quite strike the same chord with me. The story was quite impressive in parts and did seem to show that Ubisoft can flourish with sequels set in completely different environments and eras, but equally it was dull and tiresome in others. Connor was not nearly as interesting as Ezio nor was heBit of a different game from its predecessors, but unfortunately this refreshed formula did not quite strike the same chord with me. The story was quite impressive in parts and did seem to show that Ubisoft can flourish with sequels set in completely different environments and eras, but equally it was dull and tiresome in others. Connor was not nearly as interesting as Ezio nor was he infectious when he tried to be and the game as a whole certainly suffered from that, let alone the story. There were also a huge amount of bugs and glitches in this one which made it more difficult for me to fully immerse myself at times. Anyway, with fantastic new additions including hunting animals, nautical gameplay, the advantages of the Homestead or even the winter environments, the game was certainly good enough to be worthy of a place in the AC series rather than being a filler.

    To wrap it up in a nutshell, a great game that would have met my expectations if it weren't for the boring protagonist, annoying bugs and glitches or the questionable ending which I haven't talked about yet. I'll leave that to judge for yourself. Simply put, it wasn't the smoothest transition from the awesome Ezio trilogy.    … Expand
  16. DanishGamingGuy
    Apr 11, 2016
    7
    **** characters and story in general. i hate the repetitive missions and how boring the Brotherhood system is the gameplay saves it because of awesome movement and combat
  17. Grottenolm-84
    May 11, 2016
    5
    A huge disappointment to me. The game has much content and a huge world. But everything is just so generic and empty. Why should bother to search for all this pointless collectibles if the world is so uninteresting and without any highlights. The game is also so unbelievable easy that you get bored fast and there is just no point in searching for money, new weapons or armor. Not that thereA huge disappointment to me. The game has much content and a huge world. But everything is just so generic and empty. Why should bother to search for all this pointless collectibles if the world is so uninteresting and without any highlights. The game is also so unbelievable easy that you get bored fast and there is just no point in searching for money, new weapons or armor. Not that there where much in the game anyway. The characters are uninteresting too and so boring that i skipped some sequences, which i usually never do. The main story with Desmond is just bad and every time you get to play it, it's just annoying. The only great thing is the naval combat, which saves the game to a certain degree. Still a pretty boring and uninspired gaming experience.… Expand
  18. PairedSaucer
    Jan 2, 2017
    7
    Η ιστορία του Desmond και των τριών Ασσασσίνων προγόνων του φτάνει (όπως όλα δείχνουν) στο τέλος της. Με ικανοποιητικό ή μη τρόπο σε επίπεδο ιστορίας και εξέλιξης των πραγμάτων, αυτό είναι θέμα του καθενός από εμάς. Δε γίνεται όλοι να ικανοποιηθούν από μία ιστορία που ξεκίνησε με μυστήριο και καταλήγει μάλλον πάλι σε μυστήριο. Θεωρητικά δίνονται περιθώρια να συνεχιστεί σαν Saga από τηΗ ιστορία του Desmond και των τριών Ασσασσίνων προγόνων του φτάνει (όπως όλα δείχνουν) στο τέλος της. Με ικανοποιητικό ή μη τρόπο σε επίπεδο ιστορίας και εξέλιξης των πραγμάτων, αυτό είναι θέμα του καθενός από εμάς. Δε γίνεται όλοι να ικανοποιηθούν από μία ιστορία που ξεκίνησε με μυστήριο και καταλήγει μάλλον πάλι σε μυστήριο. Θεωρητικά δίνονται περιθώρια να συνεχιστεί σαν Saga από τη Ubisoft, και μακάρι να γίνει κάτι τέτοιο, αλλά σίγουρα δε μπορεί να ορθοποδήσει με τη μέχρι τώρα διαχείριση. Η σειρά κουράστηκε και αυτό είναι φυσικό. Και είναι πολύ, πάρα πολύ δύσκολο, σε μία σειρά που έχει δώσει σχεδόν τα πάντα στο gameplay που προσέφερε, να δώσει κανείς το φιλί της ζωής και την ανάσα της φρεσκάδας, όσο σκληρά και αν δουλέψει.

    Κάποια πράγματα είναι πλέον κουρασμένα, είτε είναι ο Ezio που πηδάει από ταράτσα σε ταράτσα, είτε είναι ο Connor που πηδάει από δέντρο σε δέντρο. Οι δημιουργοί προσπάθησαν να δώσουν πολλά νέα στοιχεία και να φρεσκάρουν τα υπάρχοντα. Με εξαίρεση, όμως, τις ναυμαχίες με το Aquila, όλα τα υπόλοιπα παραπέμπουν σε φτωχές εκδοχές μηχανισμών, που μεγαλούργησαν στα προηγούμενα Assassin’s Creed και περισσότερο θυμίζουν ένα υπερτροφικό expansion, παρά ένα αυτόνομο και φρέσκο τρίτο μέρος. Παράλληλα, η μυθολογία της σειράς, με μία αγκωνιά, κάθισε στην άκρη του πάγκου προκειμένου να εξυπηρετηθούν οι αγαπημένοι του προπονητή και να αποδοθεί ο George Washington και το Boston Tea Party μέσα στο παιχνίδι.    … Expand
  19. joe_g7
    Oct 30, 2018
    6
    The game introduces some fun new mechanics but is just far too dull overall.
  20. BlitZeR_95
    Apr 29, 2018
    5
    A boring character especially comparing to Ezio Auditore. This character was way too bland. Game itself is decent but you have to try to make it through the game with a boring main protagonist
  21. radiokaos69
    Jun 3, 2018
    7
    While it was great to have an AC game take place in revolutionary America and from a Native American viewpoint the obscene amount of side tasks and club tasks needed to get 100% and platinum was ridiculous. The Wolfpack mode on MP was a great deal of fun until you mastered it and then it also became a repetitive grind quest.
  22. Jyadaus
    May 5, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you ask, what is the best part of this game, ill answer it like this: Haytham Kenway.

    Modern day is really good. Its best modern day part of the series. We are playing first 2 sequence as Haytham, then we play with Connor. And Haytham's sequences is finishing with great suprise (best of the AC universe)

    But, you cant develop Connor to much. Health is not rising, you dont need new weapons. So you dont need money to. So i never make trades. Combat is meh, parkour system thinks players are idiot.

    Sea battles are great stuff. Characters average. Even though Ubisoft tries to convey the emotions in Connor, Connor's face is always dull. Only Haytham is a great character. Ubisoft successfully drew a thin line between Assassins and Templars for first time with Haytham Kenway.    … Expand
  23. GarethB
    Oct 7, 2018
    5
    A clunky entry in the AC series, back to blander less interesting main character with combat being passed by other games and some dull missions. Great naval combat and an interesting world setting don't make up for the flaws.
  24. okayokay
    Oct 10, 2018
    7
    rrrrrrrrrrraaaaaaaaaaadddddddddddiiiiiiiiiiicccccccccccaaaaaaaaaaalllllllllll
  25. Kvantaliani03
    Nov 20, 2021
    5
    rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
  26. SilverGriever
    Sep 27, 2019
    5
    This is my least favorite of the series. Uninteresting story and boring protagonist. It's too bad because the setting and time period almost make the game worth playing.
  27. AbhinavDasiga
    Mar 31, 2020
    5
    This is when the Ubisoft Assassin's Creed formula became so stale that even the setting of the American Revolution can't save the player from the boredom this title entails. It is competent, but with a rather "been there done that better" feeling about it.
  28. gud1
    May 22, 2020
    5
    Liked:
    - Plot and how characters are presented
    - Visuals. for PS3 they looks very very good - New engine , after Ezio trilogy, is very impressive - Time of the day change - Ship mechanics Sad thigs: - Economy does not make sense, you do not need money in this game - Crafting is pointless, as a result , - Artisans as well - Controls some times are going mad. - Game design made    Liked:
    - Plot and how characters are presented
    - Visuals. for PS3 they looks very very good
    - New engine , after Ezio trilogy, is very impressive
    - Time of the day change
    - Ship mechanics
    Sad thigs:
    - Economy does not make sense, you do not need money in this game
    - Crafting is pointless, as a result , - Artisans as well
    - Controls some times are going mad.
    - Game design made climbing and roof traversing pointless
    - You do not need weapons in this game , just pick up the sword from first killed guard and you are all set.
    - You need to go to internet frequently while playng this game, game skips a lot of explanation how to do some important stuff like create convoy , defend convoy ..etc.
    - You need to wait for creadits for 20 mins after which you will play epilogue...    … Expand
  29. piuscorvus
    Sep 4, 2020
    7
    This is probably one of the weakest Assassin's Creed games but it is worth going through if you are fan of the franchise.
  30. martinho_99
    Mar 11, 2022
    7
    Better than everyone says, a good ending for the Desmond era. Many problems but it had its good moments too.
  31. LironesAlviento
    Aug 2, 2020
    5
    Un mas de lo mismo con el personaje de menos carisma de toda la saga, cuando solo hay ganas de hacer dinero se nota.
  32. hector_bcn98
    Nov 9, 2022
    7
    Largo, y a ratos aburrido. La historia no estaba tan mal pero el personaje era un muermo y el rendimiento paupérrimo. La PS3 ya no tiraba con tanto.
  33. Geko-
    Feb 7, 2021
    5
    El Juego en si es un relleno para terminar con la historia de Desmond Miles.

    En pleno 2021 ha envegecido un poco mal, hay mecanicas en el personaje que no funcionan como se esperan, las animaciones de los npc no estan bien o presentan fallos. El script principal de acciones en los movimientos es lo que mas genera aspereza en vez de experiencia de juego, desmotivante por momentos y    El Juego en si es un relleno para terminar con la historia de Desmond Miles.

    En pleno 2021 ha envegecido un poco mal, hay mecanicas en el personaje que no funcionan como se esperan, las animaciones de los npc no estan bien o presentan fallos.

    El script principal de acciones en los movimientos es lo que mas genera aspereza en vez de experiencia de juego, desmotivante por momentos y genera rage.

    A pesar que el score lo lleva a cargo Lorne Balfe que en si coincide con los tiempos en la era colonial americana el hecho es que lore principal no deja mucho a la imaginación, no genera el hype esperado por la saga y que en sus anteriores ediciones como en el caso de Assassins Creed 2 lograba.

    Por otro lado el personaje principal no aporta mucho en personalidad a la historia mas que ser el eje principal de llevar.

    Sin duda alguna Ubisoft hizo un relleno de juego no muy limpio dejando mucho que desear.    … Expand
  34. bianweiqu123
    Mar 4, 2023
    5
    a lot of technical error harm this great game the graphics very good and sound tracks impressive and the story not as good as the last 4 games but still very good and must by for ps3 owner
  35. Ardho
    Feb 14, 2022
    6
    ac3 managed to bring the atmosphere of America during the revolution, but has a really bad story and acting, very disappointed
  36. Domdom21br
    Nov 9, 2021
    7
    é bem mais ou menos, a história é um pouco chata, de resto é um assassins creed comum, mas para mim não deixou de ser divertido
  37. JesseDillinger
    Feb 1, 2023
    6
    I liked the story more than the combat. The combat is ok but it's kind of eh. But this was the first AC game I ever played. Don't have much to say. It's an ok game.
  38. Snjake
    Mar 18, 2023
    7
    I like it but towards the end of the game it felt like it overstayed its welcome and lost interest in the story
  39. Lezzly
    May 28, 2023
    7
    Plusem tej gry jest na pewno to, że otrzymaliśmy coś nowego, nowa postać oraz dosyć świeża Ameryka. Koncept Asasyna polującego na zwierzęta, ubranego w strój ukrytego z akcentami łowcy plemienia nawet przypadł mi do gustu. Wątek fabularny dość interesujący.
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#17 Best PS3 Game of 2012
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#1 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2012
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#11 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2012

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 41 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 41
  3. Negative: 0 out of 41
  1. Toronto Sun
    Mar 6, 2013
    60
    The Assassin’s Creed formula of fighting and parkour is starting to get old, even with the ability to climb trees now. Maybe it’s the repetitiveness of the series, or maybe it’s just less interesting to toss crates of tea into the harbour than to hunt and kill corrupt bishops.
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  2. Game Over Online
    Dec 3, 2012
    88
    This review is getting long-winded so let's wrap it up. Assassin's Creed III is the biggest and most ambitious Assassin's Creed title yet, but a few missteps leaves it short of being the series' best. In spite of my excessive nitpicking, Assassin's Creed III is great game and a must-have for any Assassin's fan.
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  3. InsideGamer.nl
    Nov 26, 2012
    88
    A great continuation of the Assassin's Creed series because of the strong visuals, gameplay and story. Though it must be said that the story gets somewhat boring towards the end, which leaves a sour taste.
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