Assassin's Creed Unity

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  1. dpc
    Nov 12, 2014
    7
    There are bugs - lots and LOTS of bugs - that make the game very frustrating. However, it is still AC, so you know it's fun. Plus it looks amazing on the PS4. That said, if you can deal with a game that literally feels unfinished, not broken, just not given a lot of love for such a AAA game, you will like it. That's why I rate it a solid good 7 to 8 out of 10 score. No more, no less. Yet aThere are bugs - lots and LOTS of bugs - that make the game very frustrating. However, it is still AC, so you know it's fun. Plus it looks amazing on the PS4. That said, if you can deal with a game that literally feels unfinished, not broken, just not given a lot of love for such a AAA game, you will like it. That's why I rate it a solid good 7 to 8 out of 10 score. No more, no less. Yet a bit underwhelming.… Expand
  2. V1rTus
    Nov 12, 2014
    1
    FU UBISOFT! GAME - SUCKS! LAgs, bugs and crashes! it's normal? FU! The game has also microtransactions. Simply superb. You even worse than EA. Give me money back, ****
  3. rusology
    Nov 12, 2014
    4
    Ubisoft added some really great features! My favourite feature is the super awesome low framerate that gives you the added slow-mo effect when you play the game. Everything now looks like the Matrix scene cept this happens randomly and at times for long periods. Go Ubisoft!
  4. S3R6i0
    Nov 12, 2014
    0
    (sigh) Where do I start? The ability to hide bodies is now gone, while those god awful checkpoints still persist. Everything that was positive about Black Flag went right out the window. The parkour is complicated and more unpredictable than ever before, the combat - thank you for breaking something that didn't need fixing. While the stealth is somewhat improved, now you have a gang of(sigh) Where do I start? The ability to hide bodies is now gone, while those god awful checkpoints still persist. Everything that was positive about Black Flag went right out the window. The parkour is complicated and more unpredictable than ever before, the combat - thank you for breaking something that didn't need fixing. While the stealth is somewhat improved, now you have a gang of enemies who will attack you on site anywhere on the map. Glitches, bugs out the @$$ and dropped frame rates. Ubisoft has some giant balls releasing a game like this for $60. I'm going str8 to GameStop tomorrow to return this piece of $hit.… Expand
  5. Zararsiz
    Nov 12, 2014
    0
    I'm very disappointed of the performance, i'll try it on PC, perhaps it hasnt that much bugs and stuff there, and the 900p doesnt look that good too, since my television is not that small.
  6. jamesweber
    Nov 11, 2014
    9
    Yeah framerate etc is flawed but the game overall is outstanding. Imagine all the features of the previous games really solidified and made to be graceful enough to where you feel like everything you're doing is part of a movie. It's really breathtaking.
  7. TheDahaka
    Nov 11, 2014
    4
    It's Assassin's Creed with lots of bugs, a shocking frame rate and micro tranasctions of up to $100USD enjoy!

    Another game pushed to market before it was ready for release. Keep up the good work Ubisoft, you will be taking away EA's golden turd in not time at this rate.
  8. tattoosteve
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    So far I'm enjoying this title more than any other I've played this year. The combat, graphics, controls, story and everything else are exactly what I was hoping for when I pre-ordered the game. 10/10.
  9. strapcharles
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    This is the most graphically gorgeous AC game I've ever played. I'm pretty much in awe. I'm very grateful to have had the opportunity to play this freaking amazing, amazing game.
  10. LTDan50
    Nov 11, 2014
    0
    How can the critics give this game such a high score? Not only are these missions cut and paste from old games, but this game is so full of glitches its unbelievable! This group obviously has no knowledge of how to develope on the PS4.
  11. TiFosO
    Nov 11, 2014
    4
    It could be the best Assassin's Creed game but unfortunately they messed it up. Lots of bugs, way too long loading screens, poor framerate, cheesy plot without any twists. I just do not know how they managed to create this first ''next-gen'' game, which has huge drops in framerate and these freaking long loading screens... Unity is only above average.
  12. VGJ
    Nov 11, 2014
    8
    AC: Unity is not bad, is good but is not the game that Ubisoft sell us from the first demo or trailer. We can enjoy a lot of things in AC: Unity: new game modes and customization but maybe the big problem is that the gameplay is not fluid as an Asassin's Creed game used to be.
  13. axeteam
    Nov 11, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First of all, the cons: No competitive multiplayer; Kinda bad optimization; Almost Useless Pedestrians = Lower FPS; the necessity to go online to have 100% completion and finally *SPOILERS ALERT* another female character brutally murdered by Ubisoft (Ubisoft just has to kill them off, from Maria to Christina to Clara in Watch_Dogs and Elise from ACU).
    Then the pros: Interesting story as always, a good amount of history/pseudo-history to be learnt from the database, harder and better combat system and a new parkour system.
    Generally, the game has its improvements, if Ubisoft patch the game up a bit, it would be much better.    … Expand
  14. asfj
    Nov 11, 2014
    4
    This is really a next-gen game. You need a PS5 to run it over 30 FPS.
    But, Tech aside, the Paris has more fun than a dump of pacific islands.
    Looking back, Just amazed from 2007 till now, there's been 7 AC titles on main platform...and quality drops year by year... sad. UB just want to squeeze as many coins as it can. Cant expect much from an annual title like CoD.
  15. Jackx234
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    This is one of the best games I've played. They've added so much to this game it's unbelievable. I have played all of the AC games so far. Starting from Playstation 2 days. The first one got me bored after a while and I didn't finish it. Then came the Italy games and all of them I finished as quickly as I could. They were great. Then came Constantinople, which I also finished, but it feltThis is one of the best games I've played. They've added so much to this game it's unbelievable. I have played all of the AC games so far. Starting from Playstation 2 days. The first one got me bored after a while and I didn't finish it. Then came the Italy games and all of them I finished as quickly as I could. They were great. Then came Constantinople, which I also finished, but it felt like something was missing. And then came the Americas, both games were terrible, in my opinion. I traded them in both, after only a few hours. Why have I told you all this? It's because I want you to know I'm being honest.
    This game so far, and I have completed almost %35 of the game, reminds me of the ones that took place in Italy. The story is not spectacular but at the same time it's good enough to keep you interested. Paris is awesome and running around the street in the aftermath of the revolution is a lot of fun. Enemies are better fighters than in previous games, if you are caught 4 to 1, for example, your chances of survival are very low. In previous games I could easily take 7-8 enemies, in this one it seems very difficult to do that.
    The only downside so far is the lack of new moves that I can do during combat. Other than that, I like the game a lot so far. So much that I took a sick day today and I'm playing non-stop.
    Anyone who gives this game a 0 has a different agenda, be sure of that.    … Expand
  16. tamarkovia
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    First time user just because there are so many haters. What an outstanding game. The story and missions are awesome, visually breathtaking a throwback to the 1st and 2nd games. Maybe the frame rate suffers a little but not enough to hate on the game.
  17. Ecto1
    Nov 11, 2014
    0
    This game runs like a turd. I'm tired of buying full priced games that have not been optimized. If it cant run, turn it down! Further more, it looks bad considering it runs at 900p20fps.

    I would say that the game is at least still fun to play, but to be honest, i will be taking it back and rather buying it on pc, so the ps4 version for me gets this shoddy review as I will return it.    This game runs like a turd. I'm tired of buying full priced games that have not been optimized. If it cant run, turn it down! Further more, it looks bad considering it runs at 900p20fps.

    I would say that the game is at least still fun to play, but to be honest, i will be taking it back and rather buying it on pc, so the ps4 version for me gets this shoddy review as I will return it.

    http://youtu.be/clQfCP3NFuc - for those who think it runs fine.    … Expand
  18. prm1212
    Nov 11, 2014
    8
    I found this game to be a lot of fun. I had a few choppy moments every now and then but nothing that really detracted from the gameplay. Arno is a solid character with attitude. The combat mechanics are not too bad. It is a lot more difficult than the previous installments of the franchise but I feel that is a positive. The game looks brilliant and the historical context of the FrenchI found this game to be a lot of fun. I had a few choppy moments every now and then but nothing that really detracted from the gameplay. Arno is a solid character with attitude. The combat mechanics are not too bad. It is a lot more difficult than the previous installments of the franchise but I feel that is a positive. The game looks brilliant and the historical context of the French Revolution is enjoyable. I would recommend this game , not the best AC game ever but a fun experience. 8/10… Expand
  19. relaxaned
    Nov 11, 2014
    0
    In every way this is the worst Assassin's Creed game
    1) The pop in is very distracting and maybe the worst I've ever seen. Backgrounds, trees, textures, people, all of a sudden 10 peoples' shoes pop-in at the same time.
    2) To know who characters are and critical story elements you need to stop the game and read long passages. 3) Sometimes when you stop your character and look at his    In every way this is the worst Assassin's Creed game
    1) The pop in is very distracting and maybe the worst I've ever seen. Backgrounds, trees, textures, people, all of a sudden 10 peoples' shoes pop-in at the same time.
    2) To know who characters are and critical story elements you need to stop the game and read long passages.
    3) Sometimes when you stop your character and look at his face it is blurry. I've played games on N64 with sharper main character faces.
    4) Nothing seems to have been changed gameplay wise. You still run up surfaces when you mean to be running forward. The combat seems ok, but the same. You still climb high towers for eagle view. The animations are not fluid when you're in a crowd, they blink and miss frames. The overall running and parkour animations are different, that's the only change I have noticed.
    5) Very long loading times.
    6) I have noticed framerate issues when running...sometimes your run speed arbitrarily changes...it will slow down then go back to the main running speed many times.
    7) There are too many people in the street and it makes traversal unpleasant because you are always bumping into 50 people every time you are trying to get somewhere.
    8) The side missions are horrible. For ex., solving murders: You use eagle vision to scan a location for about 15 yellow highlighted clues which you must go to and "interact" with. And read about each one with text. Then you "suspect" someone. Zzzz.
    9) There are buffs in the game that make your character stronger and have more abilities THAT YOU MUST PAY REAL WORLD MONEY WITH. Total BS. Don't give Ubi your money.    … Expand
  20. kimkojer
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    it's so good graphic is so beautiful, gameplay is amazing, and feels like real french revolution, amazing npc, it's awesome game, real next gen game. i love it
  21. Maycolino10
    Nov 11, 2014
    3
    Huge Huge Let Down! Im sick and tired of getting hyped by Ubisoft games and be disappointed for how old and outdated the game engine is, which is basically a last gen game with all kinds of hiccups, framedrops, pop-ups, etc etc, from day one. That make me think about how they cheat people showing and outstanding game before the release in super PCs and how far is that from the real thing.Huge Huge Let Down! Im sick and tired of getting hyped by Ubisoft games and be disappointed for how old and outdated the game engine is, which is basically a last gen game with all kinds of hiccups, framedrops, pop-ups, etc etc, from day one. That make me think about how they cheat people showing and outstanding game before the release in super PCs and how far is that from the real thing. Im not usually write any review but right now im very pissed off… Expand
  22. martinez-x
    Nov 11, 2014
    0
    Making game run WORSE on a PS4 which is more powerful platform than xbone is a sick joke!!! Whole 900p parity thing between PS4 and xbone was a big scam, but this is just unbelievable...
  23. AcesAndEights
    Nov 11, 2014
    2
    I am a long time fan of AC. That said, this game had the worst performance I have ever seen. The frame rate is so bad that it is unplayable. So upset Ubisoft released this garbage to us. Oh, and the micro transactions were removed from the review builds. Yes, you gotta pay for the good stuff above the 60 bucks you pad for the game. Sony was nice enough to refund me my money. 1st timeI am a long time fan of AC. That said, this game had the worst performance I have ever seen. The frame rate is so bad that it is unplayable. So upset Ubisoft released this garbage to us. Oh, and the micro transactions were removed from the review builds. Yes, you gotta pay for the good stuff above the 60 bucks you pad for the game. Sony was nice enough to refund me my money. 1st time ever I asked for one.… Expand
  24. O-N-E-H-E-R-O
    Nov 11, 2014
    4
    Alex Amancio lied to everyone. This is by far the worst Assassin Creed game. There's no way around it: this is the FLOP OF THE YEAR
    Don't believe the super positive reviews....Ubi uses it's employees to makeup fake reviews as was proven many times in the past.

    Keep your sanity and avoid this game
  25. GamesFTW12
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    I love the ac franchise and i dont even care for the story line because i dont even like open world story. The major reason why i bought this game is because i was tired of naval missions in ac3 and 4. Great game to buy
  26. Quink666
    Nov 11, 2014
    6
    As a long time fan of the AC series i had really high expectations for this game. It still lacks in the story department which is a big minus for me. But it is incredibly beautiful and the controls have improved slightly compared to the other games, There can be thousand of NPC´s on screen at the same time wich make the city of Paris feel alive. COOP mission are a new really fun aspect ofAs a long time fan of the AC series i had really high expectations for this game. It still lacks in the story department which is a big minus for me. But it is incredibly beautiful and the controls have improved slightly compared to the other games, There can be thousand of NPC´s on screen at the same time wich make the city of Paris feel alive. COOP mission are a new really fun aspect of the game but there a to few of them imo. Alot of content (collectibles etc etc) there is also alot to do in crafting gear(stealth or armor gear) and weapons. You use skill points to grow stronger and each skill make you feel stronger similar to Shadow of Mordor where every skill makes you feel really powerful. 7/10… Expand
  27. baseballben
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    Great environment, great setting, the 1:1 scale in Paris is breathtaking. Yes, there are some bugs and glitches but if you are buying an Assassin's Creed game for the flawless gameplay mechanics, maybe this isn't the series for you. Personally, Assassin's Creed has always been about the historic playground presented, and this game does not waver from that. I won't trash a game becauseGreat environment, great setting, the 1:1 scale in Paris is breathtaking. Yes, there are some bugs and glitches but if you are buying an Assassin's Creed game for the flawless gameplay mechanics, maybe this isn't the series for you. Personally, Assassin's Creed has always been about the historic playground presented, and this game does not waver from that. I won't trash a game because of some early, fixable bugs when the big concept is nearly flawless.… Expand
  28. f0bbs
    Nov 11, 2014
    3
    I think the review saying "don't listen to the complaints, just go out and buy it" is really not helpful at all considering the games frequent buggy combat, parkour, clipping and frame rate issues. I found the story boring and not interesting enough to hold my attention, maybe if I wasn't having such problems with the game i would have stuck it out but in it's present state it just sucks.I think the review saying "don't listen to the complaints, just go out and buy it" is really not helpful at all considering the games frequent buggy combat, parkour, clipping and frame rate issues. I found the story boring and not interesting enough to hold my attention, maybe if I wasn't having such problems with the game i would have stuck it out but in it's present state it just sucks.

    I would say it's one of the worst AC's so far. People saying that the game doesn't have problems are completely lying and I can't believe people are saying they didn't experience any frame drops! It's complete lies. The game is unfinished and you should seriously think twice about buying it. If Ubisoft fix it then fine, but why would anyone want to play a game that runs < 20fps in most areas.

    People just don't want to admit it's issues and that's really sad and is the reason why companies keep releasing unpolished content, so many people will just like anything and look past the genuine problems. I would definitely say that the game is not worth the full price in its current state. It needs to be fixed with a patch.    … Expand
  29. partyintheback
    Nov 11, 2014
    1
    Not at all the game I was hoping it to be. I've run into countless bugs, poor collision detection with NPCs, frame-rate that ranges from okay to abysmal, and not had a whole lot of fun with the actual game.
  30. fogward
    Nov 11, 2014
    1
    Assassins Creed Unity on ps4 is a terrible experience for me so far. The game looks amazing and thats why I hate it so much. Let me explain: the game's incredible potential is ruined by the fact that fps drop in the 20s way too often. I just feel like I need to lower the graphics because I can't run it at a constant 30fps but I can't cause im on ps4. I do not recommend anyone to buy thisAssassins Creed Unity on ps4 is a terrible experience for me so far. The game looks amazing and thats why I hate it so much. Let me explain: the game's incredible potential is ruined by the fact that fps drop in the 20s way too often. I just feel like I need to lower the graphics because I can't run it at a constant 30fps but I can't cause im on ps4. I do not recommend anyone to buy this game untill this is fixed, if it ever gets fixed. Honestly, I hate playing games that run at low fps, I just can't. MONEY BACK PLEASE… Expand
  31. Nemo888
    Nov 11, 2014
    5
    PC version is almost unplayable due to frame rate issues. Combat mechanic lacks any freedom. Terrible console port. Can't really comment on most of the game since it is unplayable on PC.
  32. Orion85
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    **READ THIS IF YOU WANT AN HONEST REVIEW** . I have no reason to give credit where it isn't due, but anyone who gave this game a 0 is trolling, or is bitter for some reason. There are very few games that deserve a 0, especially AC Unity. I'm really surprised that his game didn't get stronger reviews. I have been playing it since launch and have been EXTREMELY impressed with it so far. The**READ THIS IF YOU WANT AN HONEST REVIEW** . I have no reason to give credit where it isn't due, but anyone who gave this game a 0 is trolling, or is bitter for some reason. There are very few games that deserve a 0, especially AC Unity. I'm really surprised that his game didn't get stronger reviews. I have been playing it since launch and have been EXTREMELY impressed with it so far. The graphics are outstanding, the game play is amazing, and the story is very well written. If you played and enjoyed black flag, you will love this game.… Expand
  33. system11
    Nov 11, 2014
    4
    Rubbish performance from this title, not only is the picture somewhat muddy compared to the clear Black Flag, but the frame rate is terrible, actually bordering on unplayable.
  34. CR7onaldo
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    Assassin's Creed Unity steps into the new generation with new mechanics, an outstanding scenario and many missions to entertain the player for many hours. Co-op mode is one of its biggest assets, which we hope to see in future installments. However, some technical issues, along with the waste of such an important moment as the French Revolution weigh down a game that could have gone even further.
  35. Darkknight88
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    Assassin's Creed Unity is a clear step forward for the IP with an impressive level design. The Paris of the French Revolution is an ideal setting, and Ubisoft's teams have put up an amazing work with harder assassinations, tougher fights and, of course, the co-op mode. A new breath in the series.
  36. BAN_KAI
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    Assassin's Creed Unity is a clear step forward for the IP with an impressive level design. The Paris of the French Revolution is an ideal setting, and Ubisoft's teams have put up an amazing work with harder assassinations, tougher fights and, of course, the co-op mode. A new breath in the series.
  37. darksoul23
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    one of the best ac game i always wanted the french revolution to take a part in AC universe i loved the graphics the gameplay the new engine is great ASSASSINOOOO
  38. chubacu
    Nov 11, 2014
    5
    At first, "thanks" for parity. I want to play a PS4 game, when I buy a game for PS4 but not for a horrible port from weakest console xbone.

    Second, game is very casual. I thought, after ACIII which was ok and horrible Black Swag Ubi will think again about NPC's AI and Fighting System. Yeah, Fighting system become so much better, but anyways mechanics are too easy. Arno leaps better and    At first, "thanks" for parity. I want to play a PS4 game, when I buy a game for PS4 but not for a horrible port from weakest console xbone.

    Second, game is very casual. I thought, after ACIII which was ok and horrible Black Swag Ubi will think again about NPC's AI and Fighting System. Yeah, Fighting system become so much better, but anyways mechanics are too easy. Arno leaps better and faster than even spider-man. Do you really think it's interesting?

    Also, the opporunity to change my outfit. gear and upgrade skills in every moment just from main menu. What is it? I loved so much, when my free roam was justified by many sorts of different activities and desire to change my outfit in Auditore Villa as well.

    Now, you could customise your character just from menu. Do you really thing it's interesting?

    Well, Ubi made a big step with crafting and economics in ACIII. Where is it on so-called NEXT-GEN ASSASSIN? Of course, Ubi, nobody needs it... *sarcasm*

    - WHY YOU CALLED IT UNITY BUT THE ONLY ASSASSINS I COULD CALL FOR ARE MY PSN FRIENDS?

    Ubi made a lot of big steps, developing recruits in ACB, ACR, ACIII, which was really interesting to use. Why on Eath you canceled these tactic function?

    The game is WAY TOO CASUAL and seems is made to satisfy every layer of gaming society : idiots, kids, casuals, e t.c.

    Stop it Ubisoft. And, While you made a really casual, easy game where you almost don't need to do anything but leap like a spidey and "PRESS X TO WIN" - you make Sony community play horrible Xbone port, which has disgusting quality and really bad graphics for PS4 hardware.

    Because of that my Score is 5.

    The setting is really interesting. I like Arno so much. I love how you made Paris. Generally Unity is atmospheric. Very Big plus for lots of side activities.

    But the Game is WAY TO CASUAL. Ubisoft deleted almost every cool aspect of previous games. No recruits, no crafting, almost no economics, no armories. Everything is WAY TOO SIPMLIFIED, that I don't feel pleasure while gaming process.

    Modern time in game is the same boring s*$#t as it was in Black Swag.

    And Finally I paid for disgusting Xbone Port with it's horrible graphics.

    I hope, it would be a good lesson for Ubisoft. Why can't they just make game a litlle bit more hardcore, give us more opportunities and tips.    … Expand
  39. Morganic237
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    This game is the best AC game since AC 2. Don't trust the bad reviews. The story is very interesting and made me want to play more. Arno is one of the best assassins, and he is very likeable. The graphics are still amazing even at just 900p. I didn't experience any frame drops, only a few glitches but they didn't ruin the fun. There is so much customisation options. Parkour and combat hasThis game is the best AC game since AC 2. Don't trust the bad reviews. The story is very interesting and made me want to play more. Arno is one of the best assassins, and he is very likeable. The graphics are still amazing even at just 900p. I didn't experience any frame drops, only a few glitches but they didn't ruin the fun. There is so much customisation options. Parkour and combat has been improved from previous games. Co-op is so much fun. You can free roam around Paris(one of the best cities in a AC game) with your friends. There are many missions to do and there are even heists. I HIGHLY recommend this game.… Expand
  40. whatever523
    Nov 11, 2014
    6
    Ubisoft really need to take more time to FINISH their games before they release them. Scheduled yearly releases don't work, especially with games getting more complex.
  41. LukeA
    Nov 11, 2014
    9
    There may be some bugs, but the gameplay itself is really good and I haven't had any problems with this aspect of the game at all!
    The graphics are also outstanding and gives a true next gen look, despite some glitches.
  42. Mattyice
    Nov 11, 2014
    7
    I'll admit, I was not a fan of Black Flag at all last year. I personally thought it was tied with Revelations to be the worst of the franchise. I had high expectations going into Unity, and what I got was a relatively solid game. Paris is definitely one of Assassin's Creed's best cities since AC II, the visuals are gorgeous (much better than AC IV), and the co-op is quite fun, but thereI'll admit, I was not a fan of Black Flag at all last year. I personally thought it was tied with Revelations to be the worst of the franchise. I had high expectations going into Unity, and what I got was a relatively solid game. Paris is definitely one of Assassin's Creed's best cities since AC II, the visuals are gorgeous (much better than AC IV), and the co-op is quite fun, but there are still issues. Stealth missions are still annoying, the story isn't as good as years past, and there are a few glitches here and there (but MUCH less than the Xbox One edition). However, this is still a solid game worthy of my cash and will leave me with hours of enjoyable gameplay.… Expand
  43. DigitalMoose
    Nov 11, 2014
    8
    I've seen some bugs and gotten a decent way in, but i think the game is all around fun. New improvements and new things tried that all in all succeed at being fun.
  44. utilityworks
    Nov 11, 2014
    1
    So I'm trying to do a mission, but I couldn't help but notice a giant hole in someone's face. I know video games are hard to make, but these kinds of technical mistakes are something I'd expect from tier 2 studio. Maybe the next Assassin's Creed game (that isn't Rogue) will be more technically refined.
  45. kuvirkunchik
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    why is everyone giving this low score? its a great game stop hating you idiots, god i hate how everyone has to hate on something, morons its a great and fun game
  46. veggierollup
    Nov 11, 2014
    1
    The framerate is shockingly bad, and I'm constantly seeing pop-in. I'm guessing that those amazing number of NPCs have a lot to do with how badly this game runs. And I'm glad it's not just the PS4 versions that's struggling right now. Ubisoft should be ashamed of its technical team right now. Just another game with day 1 technical problems that hinder the game so much to the point ofThe framerate is shockingly bad, and I'm constantly seeing pop-in. I'm guessing that those amazing number of NPCs have a lot to do with how badly this game runs. And I'm glad it's not just the PS4 versions that's struggling right now. Ubisoft should be ashamed of its technical team right now. Just another game with day 1 technical problems that hinder the game so much to the point of unplayability. That's becoming a growing trend that needs to stop, or at least lessen.… Expand
  47. Tracoef
    Nov 11, 2014
    1
    I'm disappointed, but not surprised. How much negativity has this game received prior to launch? That alone was a red flag, not a BLACK FLAG!

    Joking aside, the graphics, mission structure, co-op focus, and other implementations make this game a step backwards from AC4. BTW does anyone care about Assassin's Creed Rogue?
  48. Jcander
    Nov 11, 2014
    1
    You can't have a stealth-focused game have a multiplayer focus, it just doesn't work. As demonstrated by Assassin's Creed Unity, the game just feels like it slogs through mission after mission with a lack of cohesion. And does it surprise anyone at this point that the game doesn't look anything like it did at E3? Man, what happened to you Ubisoft?
  49. GasHutch
    Nov 11, 2014
    0
    I was fearful of this Assassin's Creed going further away from Black Flag and closer to AC3. The combat hasn't taken any steps to major improvements, as expected. Co-op exclusive missions are something I dread, I didn't like it in Dead Space 3 and I don't like it here. In fact, the co-op implementation in what is supposed to be a stealth game really ruins the experience in my opinion.

    I    I was fearful of this Assassin's Creed going further away from Black Flag and closer to AC3. The combat hasn't taken any steps to major improvements, as expected. Co-op exclusive missions are something I dread, I didn't like it in Dead Space 3 and I don't like it here. In fact, the co-op implementation in what is supposed to be a stealth game really ruins the experience in my opinion.

    I haven't run into major bugs or glitches, however I have to say that a fair amount of character models are shockingly bad. Ubisoft boasted about how many unique NPCs were active at any given time, but no one really gives a crap about any of that. This game just feels like a step back in the AC franchise.    … Expand
  50. prasiat
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    Although it has glitches, the main story and new features like customization and co op easily make up for it. Arno is alright, but no Edward or Shay, however he is individual enough to be interesting. The graphics are fantastic and npcs are everywhere, although they are annoying to walk through in a large crowd. All in all the game's excellent.
  51. opxpp
    Nov 11, 2014
    7
    combats is Slowly And high drop frame and i cant play co op because for drop frame story is very good sound is good Specially arno was child at total i suffered from drop frame
  52. falcon29
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    Back to the basics of the series while recasting many of its mechanisms was a bold gamble succeeded brilliantly by Ubisoft. Paris is not only one of the most beautiful cities ever built for an open world, but it abounds in addition to ancillary activities scripted and largely accessible without loading time indoor environments. The freerun also appears fluid while still perfectible, as theBack to the basics of the series while recasting many of its mechanisms was a bold gamble succeeded brilliantly by Ubisoft. Paris is not only one of the most beautiful cities ever built for an open world, but it abounds in addition to ancillary activities scripted and largely accessible without loading time indoor environments. The freerun also appears fluid while still perfectible, as the most demanding combat system but it certainly quickly turn. You're the Assassin who makes the law in town but again become a blade among others in a dense crowd, a point enhanced by the new system far superior infiltration. Despite a great genius without some technical and odd scenario, Assassin's Creed Unity is an excellent thought that guides the gameplay of the series on the right path and keep you busy for many hours in front of your screen.… Expand
  53. PeteStaiv
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    DO NOT PAY ATTENTION TO HATERS AND TROLLS! The AC Unity is an absolute masterpiece, you have a full package here: top notch animation, improved combat, high quality level design, dramatic story with interesting characters. The city of Paris feels alive, the most advanced open world in gaming! Some bugs do not bring this game down, it is a MUST OWN!
  54. LucasFla1
    Nov 11, 2014
    0
    20 FPS. Npc horribles. Graphics meh. I'm not a big frame rate guy who screams at the rooftops for 60fps or bust, but in this case it really does impact the feel of the gameplay and traversal in a tangible way.
  55. Peenusmuncher69
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    Just trying to even out all the bad reviews. It's really cool if you like the French Revolution. Otherwise the bugs can get to you if you are a spoiled brat.
  56. nighthawkGR
    Nov 11, 2014
    4
    Bugs,gitches,bad optimization,bad controls...good graphics,interesting story but the game is still a disaster.Ubisoft next time try to run the game in 20Fps,it will automatically fix all of that problems...and 20 fps feels more Cinematic and beautiful :D Hope they can fix so many problems with the upcoming updates,they will transform the game into a real good game.But for now...the gameBugs,gitches,bad optimization,bad controls...good graphics,interesting story but the game is still a disaster.Ubisoft next time try to run the game in 20Fps,it will automatically fix all of that problems...and 20 fps feels more Cinematic and beautiful :D Hope they can fix so many problems with the upcoming updates,they will transform the game into a real good game.But for now...the game is approximately unplayable.… Expand
  57. Freelance7
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    I have always been a fan of Assassin's Creed. Sure they have had their slip ups with Revelations and AC III, but Ubisoft still manages to amaze me with how good they can make a game in just a year (two games, in fact, including Rogue). I have just played some of the beginning of Unity and I already love it. The history, the environment, the combat, the characters, story, parkour,I have always been a fan of Assassin's Creed. Sure they have had their slip ups with Revelations and AC III, but Ubisoft still manages to amaze me with how good they can make a game in just a year (two games, in fact, including Rogue). I have just played some of the beginning of Unity and I already love it. The history, the environment, the combat, the characters, story, parkour, everything has been changed.

    Since of the next gen consoles' power, they have been able to recreate Paris in the French Revolution in a 1:1 scale, meaning no loading and along with the fact that now there can been 1000 living breathing NPCs at once on screen is amazing. The characters also look really good. So, basically, it's good in the graphics department.

    The combat and parkour are what I love the most. With combat, they have now added a new parry system, which makes it more complex than just countering and hitting back. Complexity is great in combat. And with parkour, they have two buttons for freerunning up and down, making it easier to climb so that we don't screw up something. That also means not a lot of haystacks. We control our own descent.

    I already love the story. Assassins's Creed has always perfectly mixed the game story with actual history, and they do the same here. I have yet to try the co-op, but I hope to try it soon.

    Now I do have a few complaints. What's strange is that, even though we are in France, everyone has a English accent. Not something to make a big deal about, but it would've been nice to hear some French accents. Also I did encounter some minor bugs, like a guy skipping through the streets (like glitch skipping) and a guy emerging from the ground, but again, nothing big, and hopefully that's the worst of it. The last thing is that the combat is a little...what's the word...clunky. In the last two games, the combat flowed pretty well. Now, I have only done a little combat, so I might just be jumping the gun. When I play more of the game, I will see if I can edit a few things.

    If you are an Assassin's Creed fan, get this. If you are new to the series, you may want to play some of the older ones first. But for me, this may be one of my favorites yet.    … Expand
  58. JuniorLedra
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    Ainda to no início, mas pelo que joguei cumpri o que prometeu, é absurdo a quantidade de pessoas e detalhes em uma única cena... Fantástico, faz tempo que a série não tinha um jogo assim!!
  59. santhosh24990
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. except a few bugs the game is excellent idk why so much haters for the game it is a new try from ubi because of its bad optimisation it gets low score but i see only gameplay… Expand
  60. kafkanian
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    LOL, the nutheads who gave bad reviews on this game are the same who gave 10 to COD:AW and Mario Kart 8. Just laughable, to say the least!
    The game is spectacular! Graphics, parkour, combat, stealth, story, atmosphere... bloody **** everything! Arno is the best protagonist since Ezio!

    10/10 - Best AC ever. Only Far Cry 4 can thake the GOTY from it.
  61. Josecitohp
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    I remember how i tried AC 1 back in the days and was not that into it, so much has changed. AC Unity starts off with an interesting plot that makes me wanna keep playing to see what´s going on with Arno and his father. AC Unity brings some interesting changes to the parkour that makes it all more fresh and clean, more human if you will. The graphics are totally amazing and I can´t avoid toI remember how i tried AC 1 back in the days and was not that into it, so much has changed. AC Unity starts off with an interesting plot that makes me wanna keep playing to see what´s going on with Arno and his father. AC Unity brings some interesting changes to the parkour that makes it all more fresh and clean, more human if you will. The graphics are totally amazing and I can´t avoid to stay on the point of view places to check how much detail they have craft on this massive massive world. It´s just simply amazing!

    With AC Unity they integrated the companion app just a little bit further into it and i´m not sure of how people will take that you will need to play on your phone/tablet so you can unlock certain things on the actual game. In my case I started not liking it, the app crashed a few times just after I installed it but after rebooting the phone and clearing the memory it worked like a champ, it loads fast, it gives you an ever better view of the map, even better than AC IV Black Flag and it´s quite simple to use when you are elsewhere, say the toillet, so I like it, it´s a ++ for me.

    Yes, it has some minor bugs but hey! It has been out for a few hours, take it easy.    … Expand
  62. Glogglies
    Nov 11, 2014
    1
    A technical mess that likes to think it’s a revolutionary success. Why are there no critic reviews for this game yet? Because what Ubisoft has presented to us gamers is a game that underperforms and cuts corners at every angle. Poor optimization means youll see insane amounts of texture pop in, extreme slow down, npcs falling through the ground, odd noise popping, game killing load times,A technical mess that likes to think it’s a revolutionary success. Why are there no critic reviews for this game yet? Because what Ubisoft has presented to us gamers is a game that underperforms and cuts corners at every angle. Poor optimization means youll see insane amounts of texture pop in, extreme slow down, npcs falling through the ground, odd noise popping, game killing load times, and graphics that (at times) look much worse than Black Flag. I wanted to love this game, I tried my hardest, but after eight hours spent roaming the streets of Paris, I have to confess, Ubisoft have gone the way of Activision: push it out the door as fast and cheap as possible, and profit. On the plus side, interesting characters, good use of lighting (when the game works), **** it, don’t buy this game. Dont make the same mistake I did.… Expand
  63. lastgen
    Nov 11, 2014
    2
    Seriously people like this? Is the same garbage! It looks like **** compared to black flag. Choppy. Laggy whatever you wanna call it. Quality of next gen games are terrible. This should be dlc
  64. mavisakal
    Nov 11, 2014
    5
    First of all I must admit that I've been waiting for this game for months. I was very excited when I got my dvd. When I started playing I thought that my resolution changed from 1080p to 720p . Because the graphics are choppy and there is a weird rendering mechanism in the game which you can notice immediately. There are too much glitches and frame rate drops even if there are no NPCs inFirst of all I must admit that I've been waiting for this game for months. I was very excited when I got my dvd. When I started playing I thought that my resolution changed from 1080p to 720p . Because the graphics are choppy and there is a weird rendering mechanism in the game which you can notice immediately. There are too much glitches and frame rate drops even if there are no NPCs in the scene. Glitches and bugs couldn't be resolved by installing the day one patch. I stopped playing it at %5 . And I 'm planning to change it with another game soon.… Expand
  65. work_hard
    Nov 11, 2014
    8
    a great game , is not free from problems more out about their qualities . was an incredible idea to pass on the French Revolution , the Stealth is back which is something I missed , and the graph is beautiful , crowded streets and a very detailed city , in my opinion deserves 10
  66. Kadirius2702
    Nov 11, 2014
    9
    Hey Guys

    This is my first review, and first of all sorry for my English. This game is great! Its maybe the preetiest and biggest Game on the Assassins Creed Series. The City is very life-ful and the capabilities are immense. You can feel the Revolution on the Streets of Paris. The Story is nice and the character's are power full and full of Emotions. It's looks very good and the    Hey Guys

    This is my first review, and first of all sorry for my English.
    This game is great! Its maybe the preetiest and biggest Game on the Assassins Creed Series.

    The City is very life-ful and the capabilities are immense. You can feel the Revolution on the Streets of Paris.

    The Story is nice and the character's are power full and full of Emotions.
    It's looks very good and the 30fps is great and enough for a assassins Creed !!

    But one thing is very annoying. The pop-ups !!
    The NPC will appear after 30 meters and 4 meters in front of you, the clothing changes. The streets are very crowded, I think that's the problem. From time to time you have FPS dips, but this is very rare!

    But overall, you get the feeling that is not fully developed the game. It definitely still needs a patch to come.
    But 6.9 is DEFINITELY undervalued.

    Best Regards!    … Expand
  67. Kensike
    Nov 11, 2014
    2
    My first and final entry in the assassin's creed series. This game is a bug filled mess, not only have I experienced several game breaking bugs (including one I'm looking at right now where I'm stuck after stealth killing a guard inside a bundle of hay), I've experienced massive frame rate drops, constant multi-player disconnects, the inability to accept any friend requests (connectionMy first and final entry in the assassin's creed series. This game is a bug filled mess, not only have I experienced several game breaking bugs (including one I'm looking at right now where I'm stuck after stealth killing a guard inside a bundle of hay), I've experienced massive frame rate drops, constant multi-player disconnects, the inability to accept any friend requests (connection error please try again later), I can't enough bad things about how horribly they made this game work, it even had the audacity to force close the game when I was looting a regular guard unit. Ultimately, if this is an example of the franchise's greatest strengths, consider yourself lost regarding a potential customer. Seriously, a game should not be running as poorly as that title. Ubisoft has a knack for releasing broken games, it seems.… Expand
  68. uMax2Hax
    Nov 11, 2014
    9
    A classical AC, way better than last 2 America's Black flag (this is great news!)
    AC Unity brings a top-notch atmosphere and decor of Paris, so it's 10/10. Graphics 9/10. From the history point of view, I'd say 8/10 or 7,5/10 (I didn't finish it). Controls 8/10.
    Definitely a 9! And I didn't even played CO OP! So it all comes down on what you are looking for: 1. If you are looking for a    A classical AC, way better than last 2 America's Black flag (this is great news!)
    AC Unity brings a top-notch atmosphere and decor of Paris, so it's 10/10. Graphics 9/10. From the history point of view, I'd say 8/10 or 7,5/10 (I didn't finish it). Controls 8/10.
    Definitely a 9! And I didn't even played CO OP!
    So it all comes down on what you are looking for:
    1. If you are looking for a all NEW & revolutionary game, Unity has no new mechanics or moves (a no).
    2. If you are looking for a great AC game, environmental immersing, rich with top atmosphere and scenarios, (yes, Go for it!)    … Expand
  69. jake1248
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    The game is beautiful.The graphics are really good.There are some bugs which ubisoft will be fixing.The sounds are good.The best part is the huge crowds!But the game is also not perfect due to some framerate drops.
  70. nickkysri
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    the game is not perfect, it still has issues, like framerate and some bugs. But for the most part I am very pleased. ACU is very beautiful and the atmosphere is top-notch. I also like Arno, he is very interesting imo, and the story didn't do him justice. Despite its flaws, I still give it a 10 out of 10, maybe 9.
  71. vudjzaj
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    Even though AC is an yearly release franchise, and to be honest AC IV is not exactly what I'm looking for, I gotta say, AC Unity is freaking awesome, and totally fresh. The graphic, the setting, the atmosphere is perfect, the characters is well done, the story, although predictable is still pretty good. And I didn't even experience any frame drop, and hardly any glitches at all. Overall,Even though AC is an yearly release franchise, and to be honest AC IV is not exactly what I'm looking for, I gotta say, AC Unity is freaking awesome, and totally fresh. The graphic, the setting, the atmosphere is perfect, the characters is well done, the story, although predictable is still pretty good. And I didn't even experience any frame drop, and hardly any glitches at all. Overall, this is definitely the best AC game ( for me at least )… Expand
  72. afiktarrakol
    Nov 11, 2014
    8
    Sometimes in life, some people have such ill intentions that you have to create an account just to give credit where credit is due.
    I have played all of the AC games so far. Starting from Playstation 2 days. The first one got me bored after a while and I didn't finish it. Then came the Italy games and all of them I finished as quickly as I could. They were great. Then came Constantinople,    Sometimes in life, some people have such ill intentions that you have to create an account just to give credit where credit is due.
    I have played all of the AC games so far. Starting from Playstation 2 days. The first one got me bored after a while and I didn't finish it. Then came the Italy games and all of them I finished as quickly as I could. They were great. Then came Constantinople, which I also finished, but it felt like something was missing. And then came the Americas, both games were terrible, in my opinion. I traded them in both, after only a few hours. Why have I told you all this? It's because I want you to know I'm being honest.
    This game so far, and I have completed almost %35 of the game, reminds me of the ones that took place in Italy. The story is not spectacular but at the same time it's good enough to keep you interested. Paris is awesome and running around the street in the aftermath of the revolution is a lot of fun. Enemies are better fighters than in previous games, if you are caught 4 to 1, for example, your chances of survival are very low. In previous games I could easily take 7-8 enemies, in this one it seems very difficult to do that.
    The only downside so far is the lack of new moves that I can do during combat. Other than that, I like the game a lot so far. So much that I took a sick day today and I'm playing non-stop.
    Anyone who gives this game a 0 has a different agenda, be sure of that.    … Expand
  73. couldntbeworse
    Nov 11, 2014
    0
    Choppy and extremely glitchy. Cant even bother to pay attention to the story because the game is so poorly optimized. Did i mention the character models are frumpy and have an almost melting mannaquin quality to them? The combat, in comparison to other games with similar mechanics, is weird. The attacks impact the enemies with the feeling of a hot knife through butter. That is to say itChoppy and extremely glitchy. Cant even bother to pay attention to the story because the game is so poorly optimized. Did i mention the character models are frumpy and have an almost melting mannaquin quality to them? The combat, in comparison to other games with similar mechanics, is weird. The attacks impact the enemies with the feeling of a hot knife through butter. That is to say it feels like play fighting. More often than not the weapon does not even touch the enemy you are fighting. The climbing is laughably simplistic. Hold R2 and X while holding UP on the left stick. The character whatever its name was would just glitch in place moving up every building. Jumping between buildings feels silly. Every jump was a glitch. I dont know what else to say. except do not waste your money on this rushed yearly disappointment.… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 40 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 40
  3. Negative: 4 out of 40
  1. Eurogamer Poland
    Jan 14, 2015
    90
    An excellent and huge game. The positives are emphasized by detailed world that seems more alive now than ever before.
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  2. Arcade Sushi
    Jan 13, 2015
    70
    Unity is not a bad game, but it certainly doesn’t feel like it advances the series very much, especially for the first title in the series to be a fully next-gen game.
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jan 13, 2015
    60
    Bugs really throw Unity under the guillotine. [Jan 2015, p.78]
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