Assassin's Creed Syndicate

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  1. Lilbutter
    Nov 5, 2015
    7
    The best assassins creed since 2. Had a blast with this absolutely huge game. The story ends awfully, and it does get very repetitive in the end, though.
  2. hollowfication
    Nov 4, 2015
    6
    This assassin creed is good you play both jacob & evie environment very well detail.

    Pros environment look good game play alright smooth u can drive a carriage yippy change assassin creed meet gta style

    Cons bit buggy u notice little bit bugs u can always tell Main mission Way to short 9 sequence 4 part each one but still to short

    Ending was so bad
  3. ReaIistiC
    Nov 4, 2015
    8
    This game is without hands down the best Assassins creed to date. I was very wary about buying this game because Unity was a huge let down. But I got this game and I'm very impressed. Everything about this game is great. And London is so beautiful and you can tell that unison put alot of effort and time into this game.

    I'm rating it an 8 because no game other than GTA V deserves a 10
  4. The_dudeee2
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Amazing game, one of the best in the series, along with ACII, Brotherhood, and black flag. I think people should give it a try instead of hating, And for those who's saying that ACII is the best one, try to play it today and you will see how much its different from how you remember it.
  5. M2Gaming
    Nov 2, 2015
    9
    ACS is not perfect. It's definitely better than ACU and most of the bugs encountered in the game aren't frustrating enough to pull you out of the game. I'll admit that it's repetitive and although there are a few novelties here and there, yes, ACS still feels like a copy of past titles, only with a different historical topping. The first reflex we have is to **** about the game's lack ofACS is not perfect. It's definitely better than ACU and most of the bugs encountered in the game aren't frustrating enough to pull you out of the game. I'll admit that it's repetitive and although there are a few novelties here and there, yes, ACS still feels like a copy of past titles, only with a different historical topping. The first reflex we have is to **** about the game's lack of originality in terms of play mechanics, but even if it's true, Syndicate still is a great game that brings back the fun into it. Missions are repetitive, predictable, AI is questionable, visuals not quite as good as ACU, but in the end, the game still feels great. And that is what's important when playing a video game: having fun. On that sole note, the game delivers.… Expand
  6. mattgt3
    Nov 1, 2015
    7
    The game starts out fun and then progressively become tedious and a chore to finish. Maybe putting out a game every year is too ambitious. Just as the story starts to build, the story quickly becomes forced only to finish in pathetic fashion.
  7. Sabastian78
    Nov 1, 2015
    10
    Playing in a historically accurate London in the early 19th century is great.
    Much more advanced than BF. Identifying the enemy as thugs and killing for improvement of life and liberty makes this game seem different and better. The environments are great! Death combos amazingly gruesome, and when children run away screaming at the brutality it is both shocking and as pleasing to feel the    Playing in a historically accurate London in the early 19th century is great.
    Much more advanced than BF. Identifying the enemy as thugs and killing for improvement of life and liberty makes this game seem different and better. The environments are great! Death combos amazingly gruesome, and when children run away screaming at the brutality it is both shocking and as pleasing to feel the harsh reality that they faced.

    Currently I have only seen bugs in a cut scene where players don't show up, and a crowd calling for help when a dead NPC wasn't on the ground. Since this only came out a little while ago I forgive them.    … Expand
  8. Raistx
    Nov 1, 2015
    8
    Overall, nice game Ubi Qc.

    I will start with the weaknesses: the graphics are a little bit too glowing to my liking, making it a little bit less realistic. Not a fan of the new combat mechanic (it's quite chaotic and button mashing involved). I dislike the "gamification" of the gears and outfit. e.g. you are level 4, you find something awesome after risking your life getting it. Let's    Overall, nice game Ubi Qc.

    I will start with the weaknesses: the graphics are a little bit too glowing to my liking, making it a little bit less realistic. Not a fan of the new combat mechanic (it's quite chaotic and button mashing involved). I dislike the "gamification" of the gears and outfit. e.g. you are level 4, you find something awesome after risking your life getting it. Let's say a Cape. Then the bloody cape requires you to be level 6 to unlock. Weapons, gears and clothes should not have a level locking. It should be: if you can find it / get it, you can wear it, without limitation. You can still make the items level up independently (as you kill people, sneak, steal, etc. based on the item). I would have appreciated a greater choice of weaponry. The water looks quite bad (like 1990 water). The glitches to collect are useless. You could have found something else to justify doing acrobatics.

    Mixed feeling: historical content. It's mainly gone. Previous AC games had a lot of historical content. This one as barely anything. It's a little bit good as sometimes it was too much. But, even I noticed its absence. That's bad. I had 2-3 minor glitches, but it did not compromised the gameplay (almost during a kidnapping where the GPS system went wrong - leading me to the kidnapping point instead of a delivery spot).

    Good elements: The twins. Great way to balance the gameplay and making it gender equal. The skills tree could have been a tad more customised for each of them. The skills tree itself is well made with some decent features. Abstraction of the glowing, the city is wonderful. The core missions are interesting and varying. The horse/chariot riding is interesting. The combat animations are quite nice and full of gore. Justifying your game rating. The game is playable for several hours (but not really re-playable).    … Expand
  9. DudeUnknown
    Nov 1, 2015
    9
    Wow. If you had seen my last review of the game, a lot has changed.
    Pros:
    - Zip lining is actually fun! - Carriages are actually fun! - There are more exclusive character missions than I had thought, making 2 playable character interesting. - There are still a handful of missions that are great, especially the ones you do to conquer a borough - Interesting and fun new concept for the    Wow. If you had seen my last review of the game, a lot has changed.
    Pros:
    - Zip lining is actually fun!
    - Carriages are actually fun!
    - There are more exclusive character missions than I had thought, making 2 playable character interesting.
    - There are still a handful of missions that are great, especially the ones you do to conquer a borough
    - Interesting and fun new concept for the series
    - Great graphics
    Cons:
    - Too buggy, despite being solid, it is way more buggy than any other game. Honestly, I never had problems with Unity, so it feels buggier than Unity.
    - The gameplay of the different characters still feel exactly the same.
    - MANY HORRIBLE MISSIONS.
    - Graphics are downgraded from Unity

    Notable: I removed some cons because I realized they weren't too bad, but just kind of boring. This might sound like 7 or 8, but in the end, the graphics are still amazing, the missions are more enjoyable than not, the game is still not very buggy and I don't really care about the stealth vs head-on fight concept (2 character).    … Expand
  10. shepheard
    Oct 31, 2015
    10
    the game is awesome haters gonna hate don't know where complain are coming from best villain in the series Crawford starrick cant wait for next year ac after a long time
  11. retrogeek45
    Oct 31, 2015
    10
    All i can say is that i purchased all the other assassins creed games and got bored before completing but this has kept me interested right through to the end. Lovely city, find myself constantly stopping to admire the gorgeous scenery, it really is a beautiful game. Playing as two characters is also a bonus and bar a few glitches it all ran very smooth. In my opinion best assassins creed yet.
  12. GabrielBlue
    Oct 31, 2015
    7
    I am a huge fan of the Assassin's Creed franchise because I am a history buff. First off, it is not historically accurate. There were very little women gang members in Industrial Revolution London. The game has a lot of women gang members. Ubisoft gave into the PC police and added more women. It should not be about caving to political pressure or feminazi's, it should be about historicalI am a huge fan of the Assassin's Creed franchise because I am a history buff. First off, it is not historically accurate. There were very little women gang members in Industrial Revolution London. The game has a lot of women gang members. Ubisoft gave into the PC police and added more women. It should not be about caving to political pressure or feminazi's, it should be about historical accuracy.

    Gameplay
    I finished the story and captured all of the boroughs. This is not a bad game but it is also not the greatest game I have ever played. Like all Assassin's Creed games, it is repetitive. The game is fun to play when the controls do what you want. The controls can be difficult to master. There are instances when I want to be on a specific ledge in parkour mode and I end up on a ledge I do not want to hang on. It is really upsetting when you are trying to be stealthy and the controls place you where you do not want to be, thus resulting in getting caught by the guards/enemies. Ubisoft needs to fix this in their next game. The game is mostly melee and you need to surprise your enemy to kill them quickly or be prepared to fight them for a long time.

    The Story
    The story is not complex. In a nutshell, your objective is to take over London and defeat the Grand Master Templar. There are no surprises or plot turns in the story. The main characters, Evie and Jacob, are unique to the series personality wise. Evie is an excellent character and reminds you of that cool smart chick next door. Jacob shows a significant human side once (he tried to save children in one sequence). His reckless and has the shoot first, ask questions later mentality in the story. I do not know what the major gaming critics are talking about when they say it is a horrible ending. Objectively, the ending to the Evie and Jacob story was not super exciting, but not horrible. The modern day story is unfinished and will likely continue to the next Assassin's Creed game next year.

    Overall, I give it a 7. It is better than Unity but not the best story in the Franchise. The controls should be less convoluted and should have been simplified a long time ago.    … Expand
  13. Jackel278
    Oct 31, 2015
    4
    Generally I do not write unfavorable reviews as that is not my forte and I prefer to see the positive elements in different experiences. However, to save others the financial loss I feel obligated to inform potential consumers about the pitfalls of embarking on a mission to purchase this software. From my personal experience this game exhibits little gameplay difference compared toGenerally I do not write unfavorable reviews as that is not my forte and I prefer to see the positive elements in different experiences. However, to save others the financial loss I feel obligated to inform potential consumers about the pitfalls of embarking on a mission to purchase this software. From my personal experience this game exhibits little gameplay difference compared to Assassin's Creed Unity. As many other reviewers have remarked, the glitches are just as apparent and unacceptable as they were in Unity. I am unsure as to what is going on in the present gaming world, but why does it seem that so many PS3/Xbox 360 games are/were performing better/more efficiently than the games being released on these supposedly "markedly improved next generation" systems (I have both systems so I compare them regularly)? The glitches and attention to detail on these games are lacking immensely. To many I am sure my complaints will seem petty but I am sure that others will agree that these issues detract from the fun and realistic nature of the game.

    For my starting point, I cannot stand in this game that your character seems to almost constantly meld with/pass through their enemies with whom they are engaged in combat. Often fatal strikes that would have been landed are lost to the software universe and no damage is inflicted on your assailant. Depending on the game this can sometimes mean the difference between success and having to restart a campaign or mission. I have also encountered on numerous occasions what can only be described as "falling into a black-hole or out of the world with no chance of escape" other than by dying or restarting the game.

    Another component I take issue with is the lack of effect your character seems to have on the environment. By this I mean that it appears your character is almost weightless and can navigate an environment as if they were a ghost. How is it that when one is free running across chains or beams suspended by only one rope, the chains don't even bend a little or the balance of the beam isn't affected at all? I mean even in AC4 Black Flag on PS3 the ropes that the lead character would cross on ships would at least bow in relation to his weight and position in space. A random point I might add is are you really going to punch a train car handle three times to activate the release? Is it really that hard to just program the character to look as if they are struggling to raise a lever? Also there is little to no interaction from civilians/observers. These elements are trivial to many and may require far more data to actually incorporate into a game but important to me because it shows the developers actually took time to focus on the little details to really make a game stand out (for example games like Heavy Rain incorporating facial hair growth on lead male characters and baggy/blood shot eyes to display weariness/fatigue/heightened stress; Until Dawn displaying foot print paths in the snow showing exactly where your character has been; State of Decay incorporating fatigue when fighting/fleeing, scavenging for survival and being susceptible to disease/pestilence; Hitman series where if civilians observe you with a weapon they run to notify authorities). Small details but they truly add to the experience of making it real to life, more challenging, and they dramatically increase its repeat play-value in many consumers minds.

    AC4 did provide many of these details and on a "less developed gaming system" at that! Not to mention AC4 took the best parts of AC2 and AC3 and combined them into one great game (the hunting, ship sailing, village construction and trade, alternate story lines/missions, side quests, etc.). AC Syndicate fails as miserably at these concepts as AC Unity did. Yes in AC Syndicate they add the element of fighting on moving trains and carriages but in all actuality who really cares if that and a few added combo moves are all the new features the developers really incorporated? Those attributes are more like new DLC to be purchased and added to an existing game. It is not worth charging full price and claiming it to be an entirely new experience in of itself. As one user remarked, I expect this game will be in the "marked down/discount bins" soon enough. If you absolutely must test it out I encourage you to do so but I would be patient and wait until it gets to that discounted price. I am sad to see the gaming industry heading this way and even more disheartened that we can't even count on honest professional reviews any longer as almost everything in present society has moved to money changing hands in exchange for praise and positive press. Of course maybe I am naive and it has always been like this in some form or another but I can say that I am glad that there are many reviews that can be counted on in my experience. Those reviews are the eloquent, intelligent, and sensible reviews of the real gamers and consumers.    … Expand
  14. TisAFineBarn
    Oct 30, 2015
    10
    One of the best Assassin's Creed games to date. Besides a few minor glitches, the game is pretty much perfect. The graphics are really good, the setting of industrial England is amazing + the soundtrack is perfect.
  15. allycat152000
    Oct 30, 2015
    10
    Way better than unity, with a solid frame rate, fun missions and good characters. London is also great. mordern day also is much better than unity dreadful crimes are also brilliant.
  16. jimstallone
    Oct 30, 2015
    8
    Syndicate does what every Assassins Creed game does but somehow adds a little more spark thanks to a wonderfully designed London. Where Unity felt clustered and overly busy, Syndicate lowers the population count and lets the city breath and i am thankful for that. Bugs are less common than Unity and the story has been simplified to a simple bad guy who needs stopping formula which lots ofSyndicate does what every Assassins Creed game does but somehow adds a little more spark thanks to a wonderfully designed London. Where Unity felt clustered and overly busy, Syndicate lowers the population count and lets the city breath and i am thankful for that. Bugs are less common than Unity and the story has been simplified to a simple bad guy who needs stopping formula which lots of henchmen to see off along the way and a flowing narrative that keeps the action moving along nicely with more variety in mission than we have seen in a long time. Playing as Twins who bicker as most siblings do has helped me understand the protagonists and get to know them quicker than any other Assassins instalment.

    If you have stopped playing this franchise due to fatigue this could be your entrance back in as in my opinion its the strongest title since Brotherhood.

    Special mention also for the Assassination missions in which you can unlock special kills which create some excellent and satisfying moments.    … Expand
  17. Fenix9421
    Oct 29, 2015
    7
    The game starts fine, but sooner or later you will see the ugly parts. Broken side missions, freezes, all can be parts of the mix. Some parts of the game are a nice throwback to the glory days of the franchise, but other parts are both poorly thought and programmed. It seems good QA was done only for the main story, all 9 hours of it. There are few, but still existent, side missions thatThe game starts fine, but sooner or later you will see the ugly parts. Broken side missions, freezes, all can be parts of the mix. Some parts of the game are a nice throwback to the glory days of the franchise, but other parts are both poorly thought and programmed. It seems good QA was done only for the main story, all 9 hours of it. There are few, but still existent, side missions that are reminiscent of unity in terms of craft and stability.
    Overall, the game makes me hopeful for the future of the franchise, but it's not there yet. Wildly mixed bag.
    You get both ACII and AC Unity moments in this game.
    On the good side, the terrible ideas that came last year like locked content behind companion apps, loyalty programs, multiplayer et cetera, are all gone. This alone is a definite improvement. Microtransactions are existent but not pushed.
    The story is.. ok. That's all there is to it. Characters are fine, but have no depth, they are for all intents and purposes cut-outs. The setting is well-made and very detailed, but the place and time choice is not the best, as nice designed as it is, Syndicate's London, is well.. boring.
    It's not a bad game by any means. It just has some really ugly and underdeveloped sides that keep it from being a good game. If you are not an AC fanatic, wait for a patch, and maybe a price drop too. If you are starved for an AC experience, and are not bothered by the absence of development in the modern timeline story, you will have fun with this, but be warned, there will be those odds Unity-like moments showing their ugly head when you least expect it. At least the series seems to be going in the right direction. I expect something even better in the coming years.
    I would give the game a seven not for not bad but not great, but I deduct an extra point for some seldom but extremely annoying when they appear bugs.    … Expand
  18. Classic1945
    Oct 29, 2015
    8
    Some people were complaining about the grappling hooks taking away from climbing but I like it. Open world is awesome. Waves in the river or awesome. Different weapons are a cool. I think it's pretty simple though I wish they would make it harder. Got to level 6 with like 3 hours of playing.
  19. mikesurbroski89
    Oct 29, 2015
    9
    Assassin's Creed Syndicate is such a huge improvement over Unity. The characters are the best since ACIII and the story is the best since Black Flag. Overall this to me is the second best game in the franchise behind Black Flag. There are a few glitches here and there but nothing to severe to make me not want to play the game. The combat is still the same and occasionally I'm not able toAssassin's Creed Syndicate is such a huge improvement over Unity. The characters are the best since ACIII and the story is the best since Black Flag. Overall this to me is the second best game in the franchise behind Black Flag. There are a few glitches here and there but nothing to severe to make me not want to play the game. The combat is still the same and occasionally I'm not able to climb through a window when I want too but those are very little complaints compared to what Ubisoft does right.… Expand
  20. akinunver
    Oct 29, 2015
    6
    I have played all instalments of the AC series, AC1, AC2 trilogy and ACBF being my top games. AC3, ACU and ACS go into the same 'WHY WOULD YOU EVEN??' box. This is an underdeveloped game in a lot of ways. The storyline, characters and missions are basically at Alpha stage of development with big disconnections spoiling the whole experience. London is modelled nicely, but the game is a farI have played all instalments of the AC series, AC1, AC2 trilogy and ACBF being my top games. AC3, ACU and ACS go into the same 'WHY WOULD YOU EVEN??' box. This is an underdeveloped game in a lot of ways. The storyline, characters and missions are basically at Alpha stage of development with big disconnections spoiling the whole experience. London is modelled nicely, but the game is a far cry from the kind of immersion, emotional attachment and sense of satisfaction AC1, Ezio trilogy and Black Flag gives. Compared to other AC installments, this one looks like an enthusiastic, but underdeveloped fan-made DLC.

    There is no longer any point in producing a new game every year. Both Unity and Syndicate end up trailing behind other games of the same genre, in terms of quality and depth.    … Expand
  21. DoUEvnLft
    Oct 29, 2015
    9
    Aside from some personal issues with the quality of the narrative, this is the damn best Assassin's Creed game in years, and I'd go so far to say it stands up near to the likes of II. This is the Assassin's Creed game veteran AC fans have been waiting for, and I'm glad the series is back in top form. I have faith in you once more, Ubisoft, don't muck up the next one.
  22. mattyfreshh_9
    Oct 28, 2015
    9
    Syndicate is definitely one of the best Assassin Creed games yet. The two protagonist approach is really risky, but it worked out perfectly. The upgrade system is much better than Unity, and the decision of ditching multiplayer was a smart one. Great work, Ubisoft!!
  23. blizter
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    One of the best game I have played. I have had so much fun. The combat is fast paced and tricky. The rope launcher is fantastic. The carriages are really fun to drive. The story is lighthearted, a good change. Worth my money.
  24. Boonsaints6284
    Oct 28, 2015
    9
    First off how is this game averaging a 6.7???? The game to me is the 2nd best in the franchise behind AC2...I love the characters, the side missions especially the Music Boxes hunt which is my favorite thing to do and adds such a great puzzle element, fighting seems repetitive at the beginning but as you level up you get different animations. I love everything about this game and itsFirst off how is this game averaging a 6.7???? The game to me is the 2nd best in the franchise behind AC2...I love the characters, the side missions especially the Music Boxes hunt which is my favorite thing to do and adds such a great puzzle element, fighting seems repetitive at the beginning but as you level up you get different animations. I love everything about this game and its beautiful looking to top it all off! Recommended buy for anyone who likes a good video game… Expand
  25. beastl
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    this game was so action packed with lots of blood and gut and i love ezio hes my favorite out of them all and you should play this game if you like assain games
  26. Max22193
    Oct 28, 2015
    7
    This is a definite improvement over unity, the story and characters are improved and is probably the best it's been in a while. The characters are enjoyable and interesting, even if the main antagonist is the stereotypical villain I still found him entertaining. London looks great and you really feel like your in the industrial revolution.
    the soundtrack is beautiful well written.    This is a definite improvement over unity, the story and characters are improved and is probably the best it's been in a while. The characters are enjoyable and interesting, even if the main antagonist is the stereotypical villain I still found him entertaining. London looks great and you really feel like your in the industrial revolution.
    the soundtrack is beautiful well written. Ironically the features that have helped improved it are from older games. You can hijack coaches a la GTA, the combat is reminiscent from Batman Arkham City as well as the grappling hook( even though it's not as fast, but that just makes sense, considering the times.) and you can have your gang members follow you and fight with you like in saints row.
    You can perform environmental kills, like having hanging barrels drop on foes by throwing knives at them, set off dynamite by either shooting or throwing bombs at them.You can make enemies kill each other by either shooting them with hallucinogenic darts or at open fires that enemies are near to turn it into gas, affecting more than one enemy.
    There are horse races now with coaches that, for the most part, I enjoyed. They aren't easy I really felt I heart pumping while I was playing them. They aren't all one type either. Either it's getting from point a to b, lap races. Beating a train(!), or even triathalons, so there's a lot of variety there.
    Unfortunately, there are still problems with the game, caused by occasionally buggy controls that make the pc do things you didn't want them to. The world map is filled with far to many collectibles for my taste. The map is filled with side activities that can get tedious if you don't take a break from them, though they tried to give most of the gang related ones a back-story to try and make you more interested in them. I have experienced two bugs but not a lot and not nearly as bad as last years.
    In the end, if you still like assassins creed you probably enjoy this. If your burned out on the series however, then either don't get it or wait for a sale or the price to go down, maybe even rent it if you can.
    P.s. Just because I give it a seven doesn't mean it's bad. Anything below five is bad whereas fives is average, six is above average and seven is good.    … Expand
  27. Tp9m_rus
    Oct 28, 2015
    3
    Please, Ubisoft, stop sh*t on your fun every year . Take a break and make a really good game instead of this! And stop make all of your protagonist dumb as a log. All of us need a strong story.
    We still believe in you...
  28. Dal_ReviewedDat
    Oct 28, 2015
    4
    Syndicate excels at re-creating a dingy dangerous London which is big and hugely populated. Graphically the game is beautiful and some of the highlights are simply exploring with the new free-run set up - basically free-run up and free-run down controls, it makes an epic difference from earlier versions.

    All said though, I wasn't blown away remotely by Syndicate. It's story is    Syndicate excels at re-creating a dingy dangerous London which is big and hugely populated. Graphically the game is beautiful and some of the highlights are simply exploring with the new free-run set up - basically free-run up and free-run down controls, it makes an epic difference from earlier versions.

    All said though, I wasn't blown away remotely by Syndicate. It's story is unoriginal, the missions are tedious from the off and you can't help feeling about an hour into the game, this is a redressed revamp of the last edition of AC. There's something cynical about Ubisofts obsession with making this an annual release. Consider Fallout 3 was 7 years ago now, that is why the world is eager to embrace FO4 in a few weeks, and why this just feels weak and like a re-branding of Unity.

    Personally, I'd like Ubisoft to go away and take a long hard look at what they haven't achieved and recognise that a franchise doesn't need an annual release to keep fresh in the buyers minds, it needs to be inspirational and enjoyable. After Black Flag, I would of happily awaited years for the next release and for the next one to blow me away - but instead we get Syndicate.    … Expand
  29. ubisoft_newgen
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    This game is the best action-adventure open world and is one of the best from its franchise and great improvement from its previous titles in game-play style. The revolutionary city and historical characters introduced in this game is absolutely stunning and expect Ubisoft to continue developing such great titles.
  30. bxbomber
    Oct 28, 2015
    1
    game looks beautiful, but quests are repetitive...same quests in every borough, and too buggy....practically every quest isbugged in same shape or form...it feels like playing a beta. it's unplayable
  31. HeavyGamer
    Oct 27, 2015
    9
    Best assassins creed to date, or the 2nd at least.
    I just beaten and platinm this game, and here is my honest review.
    -pros - -better combat- its kinda batman style mixed with finisher movements. I liked how I can kill enemies with styles but some might find this frustrating When your force to see finisher cut scenes. -better movements- jump ropes made this game really fast pace,    Best assassins creed to date, or the 2nd at least.
    I just beaten and platinm this game, and here is my honest review.

    -pros -
    -better combat- its kinda batman style mixed with finisher movements.
    I liked how I can kill enemies with styles but some might find this frustrating
    When your force to see finisher cut scenes.
    -better movements- jump ropes made this game really fast pace, you will be able to chase people
    Going to roof with this baby, climbing up and down is slightly faster than previouse entries.
    -perk systems and skill builds - they kinda added simple rpg style skill tree that seperates
    Two characters (2different build but the difference is unknowticeable)

    Now for cons-
    -graphic down grade. This dosnt mean graphic is shyit. Compare to todays standard its just average
    Its acceptable. But ac always had beutifull graphic comepare to fellow other games, I enjoyed going
    To high buildings and take a smoke break while I look at the beutiful atmosphere, but syndicate england
    Looks plain ugly with graphic down grade mixs with polluted city setting.
    -terrible ending. Really? I was expecting unavoidable conflict between two protagnist, due to their
    Differnt personality and a heart breaking shocking choice which one had to kill the other
    With some unexpectable twist. But syndicate went for classic fight together and win happy ending. Truely boring and one of the worst ending of all time.

    If you liked previouse ac game you might like this.
    But if you nvr liked ac so much or you kind grew bore to this repetetive game
    Every year, chances are you probly wont enjoy that much.
    There many changes but they are minors the basic game play is same as befor
    NOthing to be surprised or shocking. W
    -optional rop hook    … Expand
  32. NathanDrakeJoel
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    Assassin´s Creed is back with a bang
    I wasn't sure if i could ever have fun again with an Assassin´s Creed game after Unity. This game does everything better than the last years entry. Give it a shot. Its totally worth it. I gave it a 10 because i had so much fun with it. Not because its a perfect game.
  33. steviejayyy
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    Really enjoyed this game, was very fun to play, and loved both Evie and Jacob Frye. Most fun i've had with an assassins creed game, not perfect, but very fun to play
  34. jakeman25
    Oct 27, 2015
    6
    It's not the worst game ever made. It's just mediocre. I have played every Assassin's creed and honestly Black Flag was the last one I enjoyed. I feel like part of the lure was the present day story, which pretty much stopped after AC3 and was non-existent in Unity. Pretty much the same in Syndicate. Not only that but Syndicate feels like playing Unity without the horrible frame-rate, itIt's not the worst game ever made. It's just mediocre. I have played every Assassin's creed and honestly Black Flag was the last one I enjoyed. I feel like part of the lure was the present day story, which pretty much stopped after AC3 and was non-existent in Unity. Pretty much the same in Syndicate. Not only that but Syndicate feels like playing Unity without the horrible frame-rate, it just feel like the same damn game as last years with a crap load of collectibles and a so-so story thrown in just because. I think Ubisoft really needs to sit back and do some hardcore thinking about where to really go with the series. Like I said its not a horrible game, it's just not that great.… Expand
  35. The6ovnar
    Oct 27, 2015
    8
    Syndicate is a step up from Unity but a step down from Blackflag. If you’re looking for a solid AC game with good mechanics and enjoyable characters this game may be for you. If you’re looking for a game with a deep plot or gameplay that mixes up the franchise you should probably skip this one.

    I will start by stating that I am really enjoying this game. It’s a solid entry to the    Syndicate is a step up from Unity but a step down from Blackflag. If you’re looking for a solid AC game with good mechanics and enjoyable characters this game may be for you. If you’re looking for a game with a deep plot or gameplay that mixes up the franchise you should probably skip this one.

    I will start by stating that I am really enjoying this game. It’s a solid entry to the franchise that will give folks everything they have loved from the older AC games with a little more polish and far better graphics. Where AC bogs down is in its failure to bring anything new to the table.

    Blackflag, by far one of my favorite games of all time, took the AC franchise and revolutionized it by adapting and building upon the preexisting mechanics to create something new and exciting. It tied these mechanics into the core of the gameplay to create a unique environment that was exciting and energetic. Syndicate fails at this, instead stagnating in old concepts and only adding in minor new mechanics that are mostly oriented around speeding up gameplay and fixing playability issues. Items like the hook shot, while fun and useful, are nothing more than an attempt to save players from spending hours scaling buildings that they just have to come back down. Something AC probably should have fixed long ago.
    The characters in Syndicate are well rounded, unique, and have great report with one another. Unfortunately the detail put into the character development was not put into the plot which can be disjointed and jarring at times. It’s engaging enough to keep me playing but nothing to write home about. It appears that far more thought was put into the side missions then the main story line. I particularly enjoyed the Charles Dickens side quests which were great fun and changed up the atmosphere of the game.

    I would recommend this game to anyone who enjoys a good old AC romp (Unity Excluded of course). It would also be a great starting point for anyone who has never played an AC game and likes open world exploration and unique games mechanics. I doubt it will appeal to folks who know AC and have gotten bored with it. They will be looking for something new and won’t find it here.    … Expand
  36. gratsy
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    This is probably one of my favourite AC'S defo top 3. As a fan of the AC lore i feel like this has returned in syndicate & has extremely pleased me. They are on the right path now so hopefully it continues like this.
  37. Krishna_Nalluri
    Oct 27, 2015
    10
    This is one of the best open world games for this year. This was under development for more than 3 years before getting released, give some respect for those who struggled to make this game amazing. Review is most important for every game, especially for such franchise, make it a necessary feedback to improve playing this game better.
  38. EE061003
    Oct 27, 2015
    9
    I never lost faith in Ubisoft even after the disastrous Assassins Creed Unity. Instantly likable characters , great setting. London is bristling with life and tons of meaningful side missions to do. Evie is a memorable assassin and dishes out some fun dialogues. Ubisoft are back with a Bang. Don't miss this one. Highly Recommended
  39. Hurglepurple
    Oct 26, 2015
    6
    I'd have to say that this is definitely a big step up from Unity. When I say that though, that's mainly in terms of glitches. The story is still relatively predictable and offers no really significant revolution in the franchise. There are a few nifty introductions which manage to retain their novelty for the first few hours post-discovery, however overall, the game is still not quite whatI'd have to say that this is definitely a big step up from Unity. When I say that though, that's mainly in terms of glitches. The story is still relatively predictable and offers no really significant revolution in the franchise. There are a few nifty introductions which manage to retain their novelty for the first few hours post-discovery, however overall, the game is still not quite what hardcore fans of the franchise were wishing it would be. It has a much more user friendly interface and London is absolutely beautiful, intricate and bustling. However for all the intricacies in the world, the story just doesn't deliver where it needs to, and for that, it falls down.… Expand
  40. TheNinjaReaper
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    I've just completed the game and I have to say that I was very impressed with it. Unity was such a disaster, but Syndicate was just the opposite. London is an amazing place to run around and wreak havoc. I was afraid that additions such as the rope launcher and carriages would take away from the game, but I'm happy to say that they didn't and were very fun to use. Our assassins this timeI've just completed the game and I have to say that I was very impressed with it. Unity was such a disaster, but Syndicate was just the opposite. London is an amazing place to run around and wreak havoc. I was afraid that additions such as the rope launcher and carriages would take away from the game, but I'm happy to say that they didn't and were very fun to use. Our assassins this time are Jacob and Evie Frye, twins. The twins have the same charisma that Ezio had are extremely likeable. I daresay they are the best we've gotten since Ezio.

    The story isn't the greatest, but it's certainly not the worst. The game shines with the side quests. You can liberate children from factories, or go on a bounty hunt, or even raid trains. There is quite a bit of side missions here and they are very fun. My favorite were the Charles Dickens memories, as we were actually hunting for GHOSTS!

    The Modern Day story is also back..... well kinda. It's similar to Unity, but much more in-depth and pushed the story a bit further. Which was excited to see as the Modern Day was in standstill mode for all of Black Flag and Unity. There are some old fan favorites returning as well as some new characters appearing. I am also very excited to see more of a certain assassin that shows up in this game in future installments.

    Overall if you are a fan of Assassin's Creed and you were burned, like I was from Unity, I encourage you to pick this game up and give it a try. Who knows, it just might pull you back.    … Expand
  41. wrath_of_khan
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    Is it perfect? No, definitely not. But its weak points are overshadowed by its achievements--an entertaining story until the ending sequence, likable characters, fun and innovative gameplay (something the Assassin's Creed series was in desperate need of), and and overall enjoyable experience make for the best Assassin's Creed game since Black Flag, second best Creed game since 2, and aIs it perfect? No, definitely not. But its weak points are overshadowed by its achievements--an entertaining story until the ending sequence, likable characters, fun and innovative gameplay (something the Assassin's Creed series was in desperate need of), and and overall enjoyable experience make for the best Assassin's Creed game since Black Flag, second best Creed game since 2, and a major step up from last year's Unity. It doesn't fix Assassin's Creed, but it sets the stage for its revival in a fantastic way.… Expand
  42. FarZagor
    Oct 26, 2015
    10
    although the gameplay is equal to unity, but there are some changes that are of great interest to be played and many prominent figures well-known that I frequently heard but only ever seen visually in this game, the character is very interesting, guns are very unique, and exceeds mmenark as stressed in the aspect crafting of to buy in stores.

    :)
  43. PS4_PC_LIFE
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    All these people with negative reviews, question is: have they actually play the game, I'm playing it now and i'm enjoying it a lot, I'm not saying its not with out its flaws but its much better than what Unity was, it feels fresh, a new experience, the game is actually telling a story, instead of random events, and a incoherent story. Instead of bashing the game actually take time and play it.
  44. BobJohnson75
    Oct 26, 2015
    5
    "Did I ever tell you what the definition of insanity is ? Insanity is doing the exact same thing over and over again expecting things to change". Ubisoft should have learned from this Far Cry 3 quotation, as ACS is the opposite of innovation. If you never played AC before, you may like it. But as a long standing fan of the series, I cannot give it more than five. I use to enjoy AC games,"Did I ever tell you what the definition of insanity is ? Insanity is doing the exact same thing over and over again expecting things to change". Ubisoft should have learned from this Far Cry 3 quotation, as ACS is the opposite of innovation. If you never played AC before, you may like it. But as a long standing fan of the series, I cannot give it more than five. I use to enjoy AC games, but it needs to move forward. The series could be so much more than what it is now. It is almost criminal to release such an unambitious, dull, joyless, repetitive and unsurprising game. Ubisoft even succeeded in the paradoxical feat of creating a game that feels exactly like the previous games gameplaywise, but does not have any part of the poetic soul that maked AC so great. My score is a red card. Please Ubi, I implore you to innovate. Stop making so dull games, AC games could be great, as they were at the beginning. But it needs to abandon the old formulas and templates of AC2. Make the world feel realistic and alive, make it systemic, with good AI, let us create informer networks, speak to npc's... Let the player be clever, add some emergent gameplay and good assassinations missions (in the Hitman style). Stop with all those on-screen indications as it totally breaks the immersion. Let us find the solutions by ourselves. Give us more freedom and opportunities : as I said, let us be clever. I want to be rewarded because I made something cool and the game responded to me, not because I've done what the game expected me to do."… Expand
  45. Toophat82
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    Toophat82 Oct 26, 2015
    10
    Honestly great game if your a fan of the franchise and looking for some of the best of what franchise has to offer and that is proven along with some new ideas to spice things up a little you will be more then happy with your purchase. You gonna have your haters and naysayers that either are still mad about Unity, just hate ubisoft period hence the bad scores of    Toophat82 Oct 26, 2015
    10
    Honestly great game if your a fan of the franchise and looking for some of the best of what franchise has to offer and that is proven along with some new ideas to spice things up a little you will be more then happy with your purchase. You gonna have your haters and naysayers that either are still mad about Unity, just hate ubisoft period hence the bad scores of 0 for example, or that simply don't understand that you gonna get exactly what it is another AC title with every sequel that progresses the story some more while adding some new ideas and different location for historian fans as well as AC fans. If you want a different game then don't buy a sequel what did you think it was gonna be. When a franchise is successful fans want more of it not less and obviously enough fans buy every sequel for them to want to develop another sequel every year or two because gaming is a business and if the franchise was unsuccessful and not selling that we wouldn't see a sequel every year or two that's for sure so those who dislike it or want something different are clearly in the minority. So do yourself a favor and always try a game for yourself or very least watch some videos on gameplay and what not and don't decide solely by reviews as you can't always trust reviews these days between the fanboys or amount of magazines and reviews getting paid and having something to gain from writing up a favorable or non favorable review nothing beats trying the product or in this case game for yourself and then deciding as I always tell people. Plus don't know what kind of TV some people are playing on but the graphics are more then good compared to unity and a real beautiful game and there is no immersion braeking going on either you can still swift kill enemies unlike what one reviewer said in a review I read. So far I have liked AC1, AC2, AC3, black flag, Rogue, and Syndicate and only reason Unity isn't on the list is because of its bad launch and how broken it was because after they fixed a lot of what was broken Unity actually wasn't a bad game just to much focus on multiplayer in my opinion aside from bugs.

    Having said that the game is good like every assassins creed normally is and not broken or riddled with bugs like Unity was and like the hidden gem that Rogue was last year this sequel benefitted from not having all the multiplayer junk Unity had and tried to push onto players. Don't get me wrong I would love to have a true coop mode with Syndicate like that of for example Resident evil 5 had where one player could be Jacob while another could join you and play as twin Evie during missions and I think it would have worked well but hey not a big deal. I would have liked game to have abit more customization and progression like past AC titles have had I mean even Unity felt like it had lot more customization,progression, and a bigger selection with gear as I found this sequel to have less in those areas. You quickly notice that it does not have enough variety of weapons for an AC title I mean they could have had more variety of weapons including knifes and swords aside from just three types in weapons selection and just one type in firearms nevermind how light the belts, outfits, and etc was too. Don't know why this was the case but maybe they plan to add more of a variety through DLC or at least I hope so but other then that so far fun and great game with plenty of great sights of London and plenty to do with both of the twins just wish game storywise was a bit longer but then again they develop a new title every year or two so I can't complain and can't wait to see what era and location in history do they use with next sequel being big fan of history makes this one of the few titles I look forward too when it comes to exploring different times of history and interacting with important figures of those times as well and I love it. It's so great how they fit history and different eras into each sequel and make it work with their story that they are trying to tell nevermind educating as well for people who might not know so props to Ubisoft and developers on that as I feel this is one of the biggest reasons fans love assassin creed and look forward to sequels.

    Lastly reason most fans don't care how fast sequels are released is because if the game is good then it doesn't matter how long a game takes to be developed on the fact is the length of time it takes to develop a game does not guarantee or mean it will be better or worst as talent and amount of resources a game has is still most important as there are many examples of games being bad even after taking so long to be developed and vice versa. Keep in mind that big publishers like ubisoft, ea, and activision for example have some of the best talent and multiplie teams of developers making it possible for them to not only work on multiple games and franchises but deliver games a lot faster    … Expand
  46. kaykil
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    This is a huge improvement on unity. Not very groundbreaking in terms of story but a lot of fun and had no technical issues so far. Love the skill system and playing as Evie is really cool
  47. Virus_Syndicate
    Oct 26, 2015
    8
    I've been a huge Assassins Creed fan since the very first one, and for better or worse I have purchased every single one since then excluding the DS games that no one remembers. That being said, I was also one of the few people who enjoyed Unity and didn't experience many bugs during my playthrough. So when I first heard about Syndicate I was really surprised by how underwhelmed andI've been a huge Assassins Creed fan since the very first one, and for better or worse I have purchased every single one since then excluding the DS games that no one remembers. That being said, I was also one of the few people who enjoyed Unity and didn't experience many bugs during my playthrough. So when I first heard about Syndicate I was really surprised by how underwhelmed and unexcited I was, I even told myself I wasn't going to buy it which lasted me until release day when I caved to internal pressure and bought it, and now that I've beaten it I can safely say that I'm glad I did!

    At first I hated it, the button mashing combat system, the less interesting Brother, the crappy occasional day 1 parkour glitch, the random but luckily rare game crashes. All this soon faded away though as I got into the main story a little more, and soon found myself actually liking most of the characters and the story. Jacob even started to grow on me about halfway through the story missions! The characters were made up of many names I knew about and was even surprised to see a few I wasn't expecting to see make an appearance. It's clear to me that the teams working on this game put a lot of time into painstakingly recreating London's iconic look and feel for the era, and the characters complimented it better than any other games in the AC series. The story does however start taking some turns near the end which make my question the decision making abilities of some characters, but other than that I really enjoyed the ride.

    Gameplay wise, not a lot has changed in the "feel" of the game seeing as how it's using an updated version of Unity's engine. The parkour is just as fluid (when it works), the map is beautiful, and overall it's a great improvement over Unity, aside from the combat. I enjoyed the more precise fencing-esque combat of Unity and was looking forward to seeing them improve it for Syndicate, but instead they changed it completely for a more simplistic button mash which gets a bit draining after awhile.

    I could talk about the in-game currency they offer since a lot of people seem to have an issue with this, but honestly I forgot it even existed the entire time I was playing because it doesn't try and force you to buy anything since everything can be earned in game, and it's more fun that way anyhow instead of purposely making it a grind so you buy credits.

    Simply put, this game is one of the best Assassins Creed games yet! They learned a lot of a lessons from Unity, but they still have a ways to go before Assassins Creed can be great again. I think if Ubisoft were to give their studios the freedom and time they need, they would have a seriously awesome game that might make people excited for this franchise again. But for an annualized franchise, this one isn't bad. The only reason to not buy this game is if you don't like AC in the first place, if you do than you know what you're gonna get and hopefully you'll be surprised by the improvements made.    … Expand
  48. MHURLEYACT
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    Absolutely fantastic Assassin's Creed game. The stealth feels far more precise then in previous years thanks to the addition of sneak mode which puts your character in a constant crouch when not running, climbing, looting, etc. I don't find my character getting stuck to walls and leaving walls when I don't want him/her to nearly as often. The tools they provide you with for stealth makeAbsolutely fantastic Assassin's Creed game. The stealth feels far more precise then in previous years thanks to the addition of sneak mode which puts your character in a constant crouch when not running, climbing, looting, etc. I don't find my character getting stuck to walls and leaving walls when I don't want him/her to nearly as often. The tools they provide you with for stealth make playing the game that way much more doable, eagle vision is much better and very useful, throwing knives are very effective, the grapple gun is a god send for quick getaways, and the hidden blade is as useful as ever.

    The combat is far faster paced and also much more challenging. When fighting a large group it requires intense focus to fend off multiple enemy attacks, especially when fighting higher difficulty enemies. While attacking an enemy one must be constantly watching for counters, new enemy attacks, and gun shots. Leveling up one's fighting skills and gear is absolutely essential.

    The two protagonists are very likable characters. Their banter is both witty and at times deep. A good story that's let down by a poor ending.

    Also worth nothing is that the game runs very well and looks great! I only had frame rate drops at especially high synchronization points.    … Expand
  49. Blogmaxseetings
    Oct 26, 2015
    8
    O jogo não é o melhor da saga, mas supera facilmente o Unity em desempenho, historia, os gráficos então um pouco inferiores para poder rodar mais liso nos consoles, espero mesmo que porte do pc venha ser bom, pois as especificações do ano passado foi muito pesada pra um pc mediano rodar. No fim Syndicate é bom jogo que vale a pena gastar um tempo principalmente para os fãs da franquia.O jogo não é o melhor da saga, mas supera facilmente o Unity em desempenho, historia, os gráficos então um pouco inferiores para poder rodar mais liso nos consoles, espero mesmo que porte do pc venha ser bom, pois as especificações do ano passado foi muito pesada pra um pc mediano rodar. No fim Syndicate é bom jogo que vale a pena gastar um tempo principalmente para os fãs da franquia. (PS:O próximo jogo de assassins creed tem o lançamento para o final de 2017)… Expand
  50. JAGUAR10
    Oct 26, 2015
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Minor spoilers. Okay. First of all I only bought the game because I'm an Anglophile and wanted to run around Victorian London (which I've visited in real life four times) and play the Jack the Ripper DLC (I'm also an amateur Ripperologist.) Have been waiting desperately for an Assassin's Creed based in London. Secondly - I did not play Unity but if this is better than Unity then Unity must have been attrocious. Last game I played was Black Flag which was pretty good. This one, however, I've got some major problems with. Haven't experienced any glitches or anything but I'm already bored to death. I've finished Whitechapel and am about half way in Lambeth. In reality, Whitechapel is in the "East End" of London and yet they've situated it in the north of London!!! Why??? Anyone remember East Enders show on BBC? That's Whitechapel. "EAST" end, Ubisoft!!! Not north. In those days Whitechapel Bell Foundry was the biggest industry in the area. They made the Big Ben bell and the Liberty Bell! - yet I see no sign of it!! Why??? They've got two train stations and other factorys, why not this one? The rest of London looks historically accurate as to placement but we'll have to see once I get there.

    My major complaint is that this game seems really dumbed down from AC 2 and even Black Flag. The story sucks or lack of story I should say. Big deal - you're a brother and sister trying to start a rival gang in London against the Templars - ho hum. You don't even really care about them. There is no 'hook' like there was with Ezio (outrage at the Borgias for killing his family and getting revenge, finding out his father was an Assassin, etc.) Evie is okay but Jacob's an ass. Now you're already Assassins and the beginning at Abstergo went by so fast I can't even remember what it was about. Only that they brought two people back from AC 2. BECAUSE THAT GAME WAS GREAT and you've gone downhill since Ubisoft!!!!!

    Climbing towers in AC2 was really hard at times - figuring which side to go up, which handhold led somewhere - now you can scale everything with ease. No challenge at all. I know jumping in AC games is ridiculously unreal but in this game you're leaping 10 ft above yourself with no problem. Ezio had to learn the high jump, remember? You don't even do the scan around each high point to open up an area when you reach it - all areas are open to you but are based on skill level - you just do the Leap of Faith (which is also glitched - I keep hanging off edge not jumping.) The controls are weirder than previous games - you can't free jump in the air to reach a Helix even if you crash and die. Actually, I haven't crashed and died once!! Boring. No skill is involved at all in climbing and jumping. A 3 yr. old could play this.

    It's kind of neat playing two different characters but they both have the same skills, weapons, clothes, etc. Boring. And they said they both should level up together but they don't. I played Evie for all of Whitechapel then switched to Jacob and had to re-assign all skill points again that I earned with Evie to bring him up to same level. Tedious. And also you used to be able to walk around a town without every goddam cop coming after you. Now they are everywhere along with rival gang members. It took me 15 minutes to try to buy something as I kept getting spotted by the baddies! And again we have to find ridiculous things like pressed flowers?? Why would Jacob Frye want books of pressed flowers? That's worse than feathers or flags!!

    The city of London - the buildings and people are fantastic - but no one seems to care that you're going in their houses and opening chests or climbing walls right in front of them. No funny comments like in AC2. Only thing I really like is using the enviroment to kill baddies - like dropping barrels on them, boxes of dynamite, etc. And driving carriages.

    All in all, so far it's a disappointment but it's playable and I will finish it, at least until I get to Westminster.    … Expand
  51. Dog4life
    Oct 26, 2015
    10
    AC gets back on track with the new installment. London is a rich, detailed and interesting city to explore... that shines in a new different light every time the weather changes ... thanks to the fantastic lighting in the game and overall very good graphic engine.
    From bright vibrant sunny afternoons , to dark bloodbornesque rainy nights.... They have done a fantastic job.
    the    AC gets back on track with the new installment. London is a rich, detailed and interesting city to explore... that shines in a new different light every time the weather changes ... thanks to the fantastic lighting in the game and overall very good graphic engine.
    From bright vibrant sunny afternoons , to dark bloodbornesque rainy nights.... They have done a fantastic job.

    the addition of batman's grappling hook is a great choice, making long traversal very easy and fast.

    Story is great and interesting.    … Expand
  52. Marx1
    Oct 26, 2015
    2
    Do not buy this game if you want to be a swift killer.

    It takes on average around 20-30 hits of most enemies to kill them. This usually comprises around 10-15 stabs, 5 arm breaks and 10-15 knock out punches. I cannot believe this design choice is being treated as acceptable. It's utterly immersion breaking. The AI enemy can block a sword strike by raising their elbows into a    Do not buy this game if you want to be a swift killer.

    It takes on average around 20-30 hits of most enemies to kill them.

    This usually comprises around 10-15 stabs, 5 arm breaks and 10-15 knock out punches. I cannot believe this design choice is being treated as acceptable.

    It's utterly immersion breaking. The AI enemy can block a sword strike by raising their elbows into a boxing stance. I tried to give Ubisoft a chance but they've shown time and time again that they are unwilling to do anything with this stale, repetitive and stagnant formula.

    Anyone who praises this game is an utter zombie, perfectly happy to do the same thing over and again like an insane madman. Do NOT buy this game.

    Ubisoft need to learn that more is required each year than a copy and paste job with a new city. Any new feautures are utterly superficial when the fundamental combat is broken.    … Expand
  53. arijitfrens2006
    Oct 25, 2015
    9
    Do not hate this game from the beginning just because you hated AC UNITY.. AC SYNDICATE as so many things to offer which AC UNITY failed. Frye twins are probably one of the best assassins , particularly the sister Evie frye certainly is one of the best Assassins (after EZIO) . The arguments between the frye twins over personal interest is fun. The side missions are huge and great. The ropeDo not hate this game from the beginning just because you hated AC UNITY.. AC SYNDICATE as so many things to offer which AC UNITY failed. Frye twins are probably one of the best assassins , particularly the sister Evie frye certainly is one of the best Assassins (after EZIO) . The arguments between the frye twins over personal interest is fun. The side missions are huge and great. The rope launcher , a new addition to the AC series is fun traveling from one point to another in less time which i use often over fast travel. This game does has many things to offer. Well done Ubi.. (Y)… Expand
  54. Ozy
    Oct 25, 2015
    1
    So when the first AC came out it was the cream of everyone's delight. Now, a decade gone and the new installment is pretty much the same crap with few minor differences. A better map perhaps.. Ubisoft have followed COD developers re-eating vomit and regurgitating it in our wide open fan mouths. God forbid they actually spend a little of the billions on a new game with very new ideas. WhySo when the first AC came out it was the cream of everyone's delight. Now, a decade gone and the new installment is pretty much the same crap with few minor differences. A better map perhaps.. Ubisoft have followed COD developers re-eating vomit and regurgitating it in our wide open fan mouths. God forbid they actually spend a little of the billions on a new game with very new ideas. Why waste the money the fans will still buy the old stuff and love it. Love it because they don't know better.… Expand
  55. TheNik520
    Oct 25, 2015
    10
    Absolutely amazing. I have loved every aspect of the game. MAJOR improvement over Unity. All of the people disliking the game must not have played the same game as I did. It has the same feel that AC2, Brotherhood, and Revelations all had. Syndicate is a must buy for all AC fans.
  56. Phil_Panteleit
    Oct 25, 2015
    9
    WOW what a difference a year can make. Syndicate washes away the memories or should I say "the nightmares" that Unity was. London looks stunning. The Frye twins are worthy protagenistst's which this type of game needs. I'm so glad Ubisoft rebounded from last year. I would like to see them go further with playing as a templar. If your a fan of this series please go out and buy this. YouWOW what a difference a year can make. Syndicate washes away the memories or should I say "the nightmares" that Unity was. London looks stunning. The Frye twins are worthy protagenistst's which this type of game needs. I'm so glad Ubisoft rebounded from last year. I would like to see them go further with playing as a templar. If your a fan of this series please go out and buy this. You will not be disappointed.… Expand
  57. EvilDead2013
    Oct 25, 2015
    10
    I absolutely love it. I havn't liked a single once since brotherhood, but this one finally hit the right spot. Great comedic timing, fantastic linear mission structure, and the liberation of London through side missions is a fantastic idea.
  58. Tfort
    Oct 25, 2015
    10
    I can't believe how many bad reviews there are for this game. Are all your ps4's broke or do you have a terrible tv? The graphics and layout of this game's london is absolutely incredible. I have experienced very few glitches in this game like not as fast responses for the rope launcher or things that should happen with press of button that dont, The one thing i don't like about this gameI can't believe how many bad reviews there are for this game. Are all your ps4's broke or do you have a terrible tv? The graphics and layout of this game's london is absolutely incredible. I have experienced very few glitches in this game like not as fast responses for the rope launcher or things that should happen with press of button that dont, The one thing i don't like about this game is the counter system. Im used to the counter system in thebatman arkham series where your not going to have multiple people attacking you at once without the chance to actually counter it and in some fights(sometimes its my fault) but you'll be surrounded by enemies and it won't give you a chance to counter it or attack the enemy. I think these things are things ubisoft can improve on. However this game is a whole nother solar system from unity. I didn't experience any game freezes or the layout of the game in the distance to load. The combat is miles better and people say repetitive but i feel like it was less of a battle with the controller than arkham knight or arkham city was.Best assasins creed so far and its an experience that combines elements of far cry (liberating the city) and gta in a weird way.… Expand
  59. lemonademaz
    Oct 25, 2015
    7
    I completed the game, all side missions and important stuff at around 25 hours played.
    I had quite a lot of fun taking over London, those side missions repeat quickly but they are actually a lot of fun if you do them with 5 of your gang members.
    Sadly, the same cannot be said about the main story. We get a horrible "modern day story", what means we get 10 minutes of "Hey Initiate play    I completed the game, all side missions and important stuff at around 25 hours played.
    I had quite a lot of fun taking over London, those side missions repeat quickly but they are actually a lot of fun if you do them with 5 of your gang members.

    Sadly, the same cannot be said about the main story. We get a horrible "modern day story", what means we get 10 minutes of "Hey Initiate play this game to find the piece of Eden and then I will show you embarrassing dialogues with Rebecca and Shaun.

    But the most disappointing thing for me was that the templars are no threat for you - at all. You kill one after another, and all they do is "we have to stop this" and "we will stop this". Except they don't. They don't even try. This is topped by a disappointing boss fight and ending.

    Graphics are nice, not as gorgeous as Unity but still pretty good in my point of view. Wait until the price drops.    … Expand
  60. oleksey
    Oct 25, 2015
    5
    A bit better than Unity; Still too many characters with their own story (Marx? Darwin? Why do we need them?). Dialogs are idiotic, or main characters are idiots - agree to do things before they understand what they are doing and why. Why I think so: I compare it to Ezio's series. Why Ezio's games were the best? Because you lived the story of Ezio yourself. Now you just do parkour.
  61. ForgottenBump
    Oct 25, 2015
    5
    I have to say, the graphics are poor quality and can be very ugly at times, the gameplay is the same as every other AC but with a new free running emphasis that is at best fiddly and uncomfortable to use, all in all it is distinctly mediocre if not very disappointing
  62. lukszu
    Oct 25, 2015
    10
    Best AC since ACII, subpar with Black flag and a massive step forward from Unity. Has "Gangs of New York" feel, gameplay is smooth and overall the controls feel much more responsible vs the Unity (especially the climbing sections). Graphic wise the game looks great, maybe Unity had slightly better graphics but it is also linked to different palette colors of the city. Game runs at stableBest AC since ACII, subpar with Black flag and a massive step forward from Unity. Has "Gangs of New York" feel, gameplay is smooth and overall the controls feel much more responsible vs the Unity (especially the climbing sections). Graphic wise the game looks great, maybe Unity had slightly better graphics but it is also linked to different palette colors of the city. Game runs at stable framerate and you do not have the annoying pop ups of the NPCs coming. AC is back on good track!… Expand
  63. rattus_norwegic
    Oct 25, 2015
    10
    Best Assassin's Creed so far, and one of the most enjoyable games I've played all year. It's mindblowing how Unity could be so bad and the immediate sequel be so good. Not much else to say, other than that Assassin's Creed doesn't suck anymore.
  64. Noodls
    Oct 25, 2015
    8
    The game is just plain fun. It's not perfect, but Syndicate goes back to the roots of AC and delivers a game that is worthy to be called a successor to AC2 and Black Flag. London is beautiful and fun to run around in, the missions are entertaining, and there's loads to do. If you enjoyed AC in the past, you wil enjoy this, it's that simple.
  65. Southwestwind
    Oct 25, 2015
    10
    For those who wonder! I gave this game 10/10 because i wanted to increase the average. First of all I don't understand those people who say that the graphics are bad!?!?!? You can only say that if you have a black white tv. Secondly if you played the other Assassins creed games you will quickly notice that this game is much more fun than its previous ones. The story is much better, theFor those who wonder! I gave this game 10/10 because i wanted to increase the average. First of all I don't understand those people who say that the graphics are bad!?!?!? You can only say that if you have a black white tv. Secondly if you played the other Assassins creed games you will quickly notice that this game is much more fun than its previous ones. The story is much better, the combat is also better and you have tons of things to do. I played Unity and it was : I would not say horrible because I did not notice so much bugs ,but it wasn't that enjoyable as i expected , but with this game I would definitely say : ASSASSINS CREED IS BACK!!!… Expand
  66. Mario147
    Oct 25, 2015
    10
    Simply a great improvement from Unity with better combat system, great story, lovely & funny characters, stunning graphics, nice skills system unlock.... oh & it plays smoothly!!!!!
  67. Rundusol
    Oct 25, 2015
    7
    Fundamentally this is a much better game than unity was on ps4. Not as good as black flag or AC2 but still good. The story feels better put together and more cohesive while the characters are actually kind of likable. Though jacob does grind on me a tad. The world is huge as as always and full of things to do, but doesnt feel as overwhelmind as Unity did. Music is also a huge win, someFundamentally this is a much better game than unity was on ps4. Not as good as black flag or AC2 but still good. The story feels better put together and more cohesive while the characters are actually kind of likable. Though jacob does grind on me a tad. The world is huge as as always and full of things to do, but doesnt feel as overwhelmind as Unity did. Music is also a huge win, some beautiful scores most notably when you are atop a vantage point. At one of them i sat purched for good fee minutes so i could listen to it all.

    Graphically is is not bad, it lacks some of the vidual flare that unjty had bht overall I'd say it is good. Rain effects feel a bit phoned in, but the world is full of life and the day / night cycle is a welcome return.

    On the negative side - glitches are still present, mostly in the form of clipping and textures not loading in quickly enough. I had a in engine cut scene play where a character clipped through horse whi,e she was talking and had no mouth movements, another time on another in engine cut scene both evie and jacob did not render but all of their equipment did. Another time most game breakingly of them all, an entire train didnt load in when at a train station - i wws promptly run over and killed. Other annoyances stem from terrible frame rates at times, mostly in the train and an odd and infuriating bug where i am unable to walk through the second carriage because npcs are in the way, making me drunkenyl stager out onto the roof and leap over to the last carriage. Anoying. Finally, the rooe launcher is great when it work, however a good 30-40% of the time it can never seem to find a point to lock onto despite me staring right at one like someone in lust over a ledge on a building. Frustrating.

    Plaonly this is a better game, yet i can't help but feel AC really needs a year off to rejouvinate.    … Expand
  68. Dawso
    Oct 24, 2015
    7
    A good game if you like the series. It does contain some bugs but I found them to be infrequent. Gameplay is fun, setting is fun, atmosphere is fun. However it is still assissins creed so be prepared for a fairly repetetive game play loop.
  69. Bokugakirada
    Oct 24, 2015
    8
    I loved assassin's creed unity and my biggest fear about syndicate was that it would just be the same game but different setting and for the first hour or so it felt exactly that. The new features of grappling hook and carriage driving seemed a bit gimmicky. However playing more and more each new part fits really well. The best thing for me is having two main characters. OK the playI loved assassin's creed unity and my biggest fear about syndicate was that it would just be the same game but different setting and for the first hour or so it felt exactly that. The new features of grappling hook and carriage driving seemed a bit gimmicky. However playing more and more each new part fits really well. The best thing for me is having two main characters. OK the play style between the two isn't that marked but it really works. My main problem with "open world" games normally is that all the side missions take you away from the main story. In syndicate each twin has a story and they intertwine throughout keeping the pace of the narrative high.… Expand
  70. Sanos2
    Oct 24, 2015
    9
    All that is best in the Assassin's universe with a major overhaul on outdated mechanical . Ubisoft great , that's what we asked . Coninuem this excellent work.
  71. ThisIsHautot
    Oct 24, 2015
    9
    Syndicate is the best AC games since ACIII. Everything that was good in ACU is improve in this one. The twins are wonderful and for the first time we have a female assassin ! ACS is a return to form in the Assassin's Creed franchise. Good things from the previous games are present in this one, improve once again. The story is far better than Unity's. Despite that I like it and Arno andSyndicate is the best AC games since ACIII. Everything that was good in ACU is improve in this one. The twins are wonderful and for the first time we have a female assassin ! ACS is a return to form in the Assassin's Creed franchise. Good things from the previous games are present in this one, improve once again. The story is far better than Unity's. Despite that I like it and Arno and Unity in general, ACS is better in almost all points. London is so big and so beautiful, we're literaly in the Victorian London ! The combat are way different than the previous game, harder and better. Buy this game !… Expand
  72. Cheeckyhazza
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    Good,fun and hardly any bugs. Overall a good entry to the series. however the massive city does sometimes feel a little to big. Although unlike unity there is something to do in all parts.
  73. Proctorious
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    This game is what Assassin's Creed started off as and should always be, I liked Black Flag but it wasn't Assassin's Creed it was purely a spin off and they made that obvious within the game, Syndicate is back to the good old days of AC, it's like playing Brotherhood for the first time and I absolutely love it, I've experienced no frame rate drops and no glitches so I'm guessing some peopleThis game is what Assassin's Creed started off as and should always be, I liked Black Flag but it wasn't Assassin's Creed it was purely a spin off and they made that obvious within the game, Syndicate is back to the good old days of AC, it's like playing Brotherhood for the first time and I absolutely love it, I've experienced no frame rate drops and no glitches so I'm guessing some people have just been unlucky? The only problem I've had with this game is the Free Running is just a worse version of Unity's free running but still good and the grappling hook whilst being pretty awesome is pointless because it is so slow! I use the chariots an awful lot due to this haha, I really appreciate Ubisoft giving me the feels of playing AC that I love again, Thank you Ubisoft Quebec… Expand
  74. lunieee
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    Assassins Creed Syndicate is by far one of the best gae in the series. London is big, beautiful, and full of side missions to do. The campaign was really well made and very dramatic due to the characters that made it good. combat is new and brutal a refreshing combat to the series. Although bugs are still present they are hardly noticeable. the addition of the rope launcher is fantastic asAssassins Creed Syndicate is by far one of the best gae in the series. London is big, beautiful, and full of side missions to do. The campaign was really well made and very dramatic due to the characters that made it good. combat is new and brutal a refreshing combat to the series. Although bugs are still present they are hardly noticeable. the addition of the rope launcher is fantastic as because the map is 30% bigger then unity's due to the large roads. the rope launch makes it easier to cross without having to descend and ascend again. real life segments were alright not too good, but interesting. all in all syndicate is the best game we've had in a while.… Expand
  75. CrazyGamer12
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    There is nothing bad about this game besides its very few glitches. Campaign was well made with very intriguing characters and excellent voice acting. Assassins creed Syndicate's London is beautiful, huge, and full of life and things to do. By far one of the best Ac's since brotherhood and ac2. the hate for this game is preconceived due to the disaster unity was. Syndicate is what unityThere is nothing bad about this game besides its very few glitches. Campaign was well made with very intriguing characters and excellent voice acting. Assassins creed Syndicate's London is beautiful, huge, and full of life and things to do. By far one of the best Ac's since brotherhood and ac2. the hate for this game is preconceived due to the disaster unity was. Syndicate is what unity could have been but improved.… Expand
  76. Nalbor76
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    One of the best AC games in the series. Two playable characters that you can switch between one another almost at anytime. Each has its own set of skills making the game feel more varied and fun. Victorian London is great. Graphics haven't improved much from AC Unity but the game is much smoother and definitely less buggy. The addition of carriages and rope gun bring a lot of refreshmentOne of the best AC games in the series. Two playable characters that you can switch between one another almost at anytime. Each has its own set of skills making the game feel more varied and fun. Victorian London is great. Graphics haven't improved much from AC Unity but the game is much smoother and definitely less buggy. The addition of carriages and rope gun bring a lot of refreshment to the game play, scavenging feels now more fun than ever before in any AC game! Fighting system has changed as well, it's faster, more dynamic, finishers are spectacular and bloody :-) Can't tell yet much about story in the game but so far it keeps me wanting to play more, which is positive. I had to write this review before finishing the game for a simple reason, it seems that a lot of people haven't yet gotten over the hate towards Ubisoft after terrible AC Unity launch, giving now very low score to this game. Come on guys, how much longer you will sulk? Anyways 10/10 from me just to balance the low score from haters.… Expand
  77. UnjustNation
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    Honestly after playing AC:Unity from last year I thought I was done with this series for good. However after playing this I must say I'm glad I gave it another chance cause I'm really impressed.
    Will it do what AC II did for you? Probably not but this is still a really fun game regardless. I really love what they did with Jacob and Evie, they literally squabble about everything and it's    Honestly after playing AC:Unity from last year I thought I was done with this series for good. However after playing this I must say I'm glad I gave it another chance cause I'm really impressed.
    Will it do what AC II did for you? Probably not but this is still a really fun game regardless. I really love what they did with Jacob and Evie, they literally squabble about everything and it's hilarious, a refreshing change from the bland dialogue in AC:Unity. I also love how you can switch between them in an instant which makes for a great addition to the game play. London like Paris in AC:Unity is a beautiful city to explore. The addition of carriages and trains only further adds to the realism.
    The only thing I didn't like were the tailing missions, where you have to be careful not to get too close to the enemy. These missions are especially frustrating and can often get boring, and a single mistake can force you to restart from scratch. The story isn't also exactly great either.
    Overall I think this is an excellent game and well worth the purchase. This isn't the best AC game there is but it's also far from the worst.    … Expand
  78. review4u22
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    This is the first time since black flag that I've woken up the next day and was excited to play my new assassin's creed! Not only does this game fix a lot of the issues from unity, it introduced new fun things such as carriages and the rope launcher! If you want classic AC get syndicate! It doesn't feel at all like a unity DLC, the story is fun and entertaining (so are the characters!).This is the first time since black flag that I've woken up the next day and was excited to play my new assassin's creed! Not only does this game fix a lot of the issues from unity, it introduced new fun things such as carriages and the rope launcher! If you want classic AC get syndicate! It doesn't feel at all like a unity DLC, the story is fun and entertaining (so are the characters!). There's also almost a complete lack of glitches (I only spotted a few minor bugs) Also graphics are pretty good except they're not as good as unity's, but then again that's probably what made unity bug out. All in all this is a fantastic game that is worth a 10/10!!… Expand
  79. MichaelCZhang
    Oct 24, 2015
    9
    It showed me a great view of old London of which a lot of areas I can relate to the modern one. This is hugely interesting for me as a person lived in London.
  80. NaXesOrgXIII
    Oct 24, 2015
    8
    I was very disappointed with Unity. It had little to no satisfaction for me when playing, especially when taking down enemies with its strange, awkward and janky animations in combat. At first glance I thought Syndicate was a literal carbon copy. I decided to play it for myself and I was pleasantly surprised with how much fun I've had thus far with the game. In direct comparison to UnityI was very disappointed with Unity. It had little to no satisfaction for me when playing, especially when taking down enemies with its strange, awkward and janky animations in combat. At first glance I thought Syndicate was a literal carbon copy. I decided to play it for myself and I was pleasantly surprised with how much fun I've had thus far with the game. In direct comparison to Unity (in both my subjective and objective thoughts about it), that's not a difficult battle to win however.
    First of all the characters are enjoyable, I can see how one might find Jacob irritable, but Evie is definitely a joy. One thing that seems quite small and yet left me smiling to myself was 'sneaking' for the sheer fact that it steps in the direction of having togglable hoods. There's a strange satisfaction of sneaking onto a blighters boat, sabotaging their goods and then hoping off and watching Jacob pull the hood down and put his hat back on like he's a normal bloke. Now, I'm also not one that cares about graphics but these are definitely the best I've seen for Assassins Creed. A section near the beginning of the game had me within an establishment climbing on industrial pipes and whatnot; The lighting that came through the windows was visually stunning to me (It was very reminiscent of the beautiful whimsical lighting in AC2) while I find London itself to have an appealing melancholy look to it.
    Without dragging on; While I don't agree with the yearly churn-out of the franchise, this is a massive improvement and the most fun I've had playing Assassins Creed in a long time. If you don't have an estranged vendetta against Ubisoft then I recommend picking up the game. If you are of the group I mentioned however, I have a feeling you will try to dislike the game no matter what.    … Expand
  81. OsamaBinLaid
    Oct 24, 2015
    0
    I'm not much of an assassins creed fan but this game is fairly fun.
    I wont go into much detail but it gets fairly repetitive.. you know?

    I honestly can't recommend it unless you're an AC fan or are just mildly curious and never played an AC game.
  82. Dreizehn
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    There are two main characters are are awesome in this game: Evie Frye and the city of London. A good and interesting new episode on AC series. Haters are gonna hate, and AC fans are gonna love.
  83. cibertroyano
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    The best AC game since AC 2, lots of hours of entertainment and fun, is a must buy for an assassin's creed franchise fan. 100% recommended.
    Waiting now for the PC version
  84. dark000-
    Oct 24, 2015
    9
    Fun combat system without swords, almost like batman Arkham knight,you will feel like dancing!( by far the best combat system for the series!) nice side missions with gangs and activities,2 nice new characters (especially Evie) ,a lot of collectibles,nice outfits for both characters,nice setting (London), you can customize your gangs,upgrades for both characters.in general Assassins GreedFun combat system without swords, almost like batman Arkham knight,you will feel like dancing!( by far the best combat system for the series!) nice side missions with gangs and activities,2 nice new characters (especially Evie) ,a lot of collectibles,nice outfits for both characters,nice setting (London), you can customize your gangs,upgrades for both characters.in general Assassins Greed Syndicate is the best Assassins Creed game after Ezio's trilogy and maybe black flag… Expand
  85. Hornflakes
    Oct 24, 2015
    9
    Hi all. I made an account to wrote about my feelings about this game. I bought ps4 with AC:Syndicate without reading any reviews or opinions about this game before, so Ive got kinda clear head.
    I played AC 1, 2, Brotherhood, Revelations and a bit in 3 and Black Flag. I finished only 2 and Brotherhood, because every other AC feels too much similar to other and was making me very bored.    Hi all. I made an account to wrote about my feelings about this game. I bought ps4 with AC:Syndicate without reading any reviews or opinions about this game before, so Ive got kinda clear head.
    I played AC 1, 2, Brotherhood, Revelations and a bit in 3 and Black Flag. I finished only 2 and Brotherhood, because every other AC feels too much similar to other and was making me very bored.
    You have to remember then, that I havent seen Unity at all.
    So I started to play AC:S, nice cinematics (but its not so important detail), amazing graphic, very nice music (but not so good as 2), absolutely incredibly city and very nice twins to play. Yes, very characteric twins, which is very good move. I finished like 50% of the game by playing it all the time and Ive gotta say its best AC to me after AC2. Im not rly gonna say more to not destroy and spoil the fun, but game is rly amazing and I dont understand at all the low score of some ppl/critics. Good job Ubi, u made happy atleast few ppl :)    … Expand
  86. muhammed
    Oct 24, 2015
    10
    I dont know why everybody is hating. Yeah, Unity was crap, but this game is really fun and awesome. Dont review games before you played it, you haters.
  87. aaronb0209
    Oct 24, 2015
    6
    not bad. better than unity, performance wise.

    the franchise is milked. the combat system is really really bad and there is glitches in the game. i don't like.
  88. Assplorer
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Assassins creed syndicate brings back all the fun and awesome things that we used to like in prev. Ac games and also added some new gameplay mechanics
  89. ZiltonReviews
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Assassin's Creed Syndicate was surprising unlike the others in terms of how to complete each mission and the switched up gameplay. The combat has been changed, but it was for the better and has become smoother. This was just a hands down amazing game to play.
  90. aaronwstark
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Yeah, that's a 10 out of 10 you see. This game went beyond the expectations of a loyal-fan-since-the-beginning like me had. I enjoyed Assassin's Creed: Unity, but I felt like the combat was near atrocious, and many other things could have been better. Syndicate corrected every aspect that made Unity so unpopular as well as adding a ton of new gameplay elements that are sure to excite. TheYeah, that's a 10 out of 10 you see. This game went beyond the expectations of a loyal-fan-since-the-beginning like me had. I enjoyed Assassin's Creed: Unity, but I felt like the combat was near atrocious, and many other things could have been better. Syndicate corrected every aspect that made Unity so unpopular as well as adding a ton of new gameplay elements that are sure to excite. The combat has an Arkham feel to it, if Batman was in Gangs of New York, but has a depth to it that is similar to old-fashioned Brotherhood. (The combat is much more challenging than the mash-counter system of the "old days," but it's satisfying with every press of the button, and leaves you with a rewarding feeling when you've won.)

    --- It's the first Creed game where I've felt like the combat is almost more fun than the stealth. ---

    The world is, by far, the most vibrant and busy open-world I've ever experienced. Smaller boats and floating jetsam rock in the water realistically when you jump onto them. Not at all does this game feel stretched thin. It looks and feels as solid and reliable as Arkham Knight, for a comparison.

    All in all, I gave this a 10, because I wholeheartedly believe that's what it deserves. It's the best game I've played on PS4 yet, and it keeps getting better, the farther I get into it.    … Expand
  91. roccit
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Good game tried both versions , PS4 version is the better one. Good characters, fun game play, very stable on PS4 with dips in cut-scenes to 26ish @ the lowest else stable 30s mostly. Much better than Unity
    Game play 10/10
    Story 9/10
    Stability 9/10
    Graphics 9/10
  92. JoshLuck1995
    Oct 23, 2015
    8
    Had the benefit of having this 2 days prior to release to play through. Let's get straight to it, it's ALOT better than unity, however it's obvious that they have cut down on some graphics and the amount of NPC's on screen to keep a solid frame rate. They have nailed the setting of London in my opinion and the story overall is pretty good however the starting hour or so of the game is veryHad the benefit of having this 2 days prior to release to play through. Let's get straight to it, it's ALOT better than unity, however it's obvious that they have cut down on some graphics and the amount of NPC's on screen to keep a solid frame rate. They have nailed the setting of London in my opinion and the story overall is pretty good however the starting hour or so of the game is very boring compared to the rest so don't be put off by it. The characters are satisfactory, not brilliant but not bad, in my opinion the female character has more about than the male character Jacob. A solid 4/5 and can easily recommend buying it.… Expand
  93. charliebitme
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Nothing but fun is what I had with this game. Well, except for that GLORIOUS smell of nostalgia! I really think that fans that were disilluisioned with unity will be pleased with this game!
  94. boysetsfire
    Oct 23, 2015
    9
    Fun game, snap to cover kills all day like sam fisher guy. No longer have to hold right trigger to sneak, thats pretty kew.. but damn is the movement stiff? and and i swear the camera cant follow me its like the game gets bored with me huggin walls but overall I dig it and will easily play 40 hours or til this other game comes out wont name names
  95. FunInTheSun
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Great game! Best AC yet! Carts, rope launcher, trains, control your gang. pretty deep open world to explore and mess with. Jacob and Evie have a fun relationship too!
  96. muhammed2840
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    the hate over unity should just be only on unity. because this game is awesome and fun. and all the haters who haven't played it just damage this game. then people dont now if they really should buy this or not.
  97. kruggaaa
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Works great and is a thrill to play, this is my favorite since ac 2! God knows that this game needed a big boost and I'm happy to say that the franchise is reborn with this game!
  98. charlie13333333
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    Had a fantastic time with this game. I was really happy ubisoft finally learned from their goddamn mistakes and made a good game. A must buy if u want to get back into the series
  99. lebacon
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    I had a blast with this game! It brings back the story and that classic AC feel! It's worth the buy and I think it will reinstate people's faith in these games!
  100. WYLDSTALLYNS77
    Oct 23, 2015
    8
    Game is alot fresher than last years. Big plus is it works. After they tinker with some of the minor things this game will be smooth. A good step forward was taken from the disaster last year. Viva La London.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 86 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 86
  3. Negative: 2 out of 86
  1. CD-Action
    Jan 12, 2016
    70
    Another Assassin’s Creed game that you can either buy or ignore sight unseen depending on whether you grew tired of the old formula. Some innovations (e.g. the grappling hook) are a welcome addition, some (like two playable characters and their development system) feel forced and not really thought through. The brightest aspect of Syndicate is London, which might be the most spectacular city in the series. [13/2015, p.42]
  2. Pelit (Finland)
    Jan 4, 2016
    85
    Assassin’s Creed Syndicate is the best Assassin’s Creed since Black Flag. Ubisoft returns to form. [Nov 2015]
  3. Games Master UK
    Jan 3, 2016
    77
    Beautiful Victorian London restores faith in the series - but the stealth is in serious need of an overhaul. [Christmas 2015, p.64]
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