Assassin's Creed Valhalla

 PlayStation 4
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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 2867 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 679 out of 2867
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  1. empe
    Nov 22, 2020
    4
    The only reason this game is so well received is the current lack of new games in general. Gameplay resembles Odyssey but loot and ability systems are dumbed down. Theres a lot of gameplay without any innovation. It will bore you down after 1/3 of campaign (approx 20 in game hours).

    If you're looking out for something to kill time, this one is for you, but you won't find anything    The only reason this game is so well received is the current lack of new games in general. Gameplay resembles Odyssey but loot and ability systems are dumbed down. Theres a lot of gameplay without any innovation. It will bore you down after 1/3 of campaign (approx 20 in game hours).

    If you're looking out for something to kill time, this one is for you, but you won't find anything meaningful moments with this title.    … Expand
  2. blahhhh
    Nov 22, 2020
    6
    Yes, the game is fun. But they really need a way to let you completely turn off all cut scenes.

    You can click to fast forward them, but you wind up needing to click a ton. The game is beautifu and fun, but the dialog is so boring and generic that I just want to skip it all. And there's a lot of it. I have no idea why force people who bought a video to essentially sit through a bad    Yes, the game is fun. But they really need a way to let you completely turn off all cut scenes.

    You can click to fast forward them, but you wind up needing to click a ton.

    The game is beautifu and fun, but the dialog is so boring and generic that I just want to skip it all. And there's a lot of it. I have no idea why force people who bought a video to essentially sit through a bad movie. Especially when the underlying game is so good.    … Expand
  3. forDecember
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Positives, - Many combat abilities, climbing feels smooth, parkour is okay, graphics are beautiful (one of the best i have seen in 2020) , story is 80% fun, very good soundtrack music / menu music is very relaxing.

    Negatives, - Performance could be better at times (but overall it runs well enough), some bugs. Conclusion, - It has so much content and can get little bit too complex at    Positives, - Many combat abilities, climbing feels smooth, parkour is okay, graphics are beautiful (one of the best i have seen in 2020) , story is 80% fun, very good soundtrack music / menu music is very relaxing.

    Negatives, - Performance could be better at times (but overall it runs well enough), some bugs.

    Conclusion, - It has so much content and can get little bit too complex at times, so some people who are used to more linear experiences like "Marvel's Avengers", give 0/10 or 1/10 to AC Valhalla and that's fine, good luck with Avengers! But to everyone else i would very much recommend it.    … Expand
  4. RoadtoHell
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Very brutal and bloody game, specially for Assassin's Creed game. This is some next level stuff. Don't get me wrong, Unity was brutal and bloody too, but one is even more. Not that i care that much, but it's cool that fighting feels more brutal again, Odyssey felt a bit cartoony.
    I'm also happy that one-shot assassination is back, something that should have always been there, i have no    Very brutal and bloody game, specially for Assassin's Creed game. This is some next level stuff. Don't get me wrong, Unity was brutal and bloody too, but one is even more. Not that i care that much, but it's cool that fighting feels more brutal again, Odyssey felt a bit cartoony.
    I'm also happy that one-shot assassination is back, something that should have always been there, i have no idea why it was even taken out, it makes no sense. Anyway it's back and works just like in older games. Map is huge, specially England, Norway is big enough too. Everything is not absolutely perfect obviously, but i wasn't expecting it to be, specially in year like 2020. What i mean by that, some bugs. But overall it's very good AC game. Here's a question for everyone who give score between 0 and 3, are you banned from youtube? Is it so difficult to watch some gameplay, before you buy it? I actually strongly doubt they even have it.    … Expand
  5. FightTonight
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    There really haven't been epic open world games like this in 2020, so now i have something to play until 2020 ends. Other than some bugs (not a lot), it's been nice.
  6. Good_and_Bad
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Очень крутой мир для борьбы с разными врагами, и он наконец-то похож на кредо убийцы. Рекомендуемые!
  7. DEX67
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    So far everything is like promised, you can raid, you can go in stealth, you can wear hood, you have hidden blade, story is solid, i'm enjoying it.
  8. DoughLir
    Nov 22, 2020
    5
    For me the game is simply in the middle between bad and good. For every aspect that I like there is something I don‘t like. Also there is nothing that‘s extremily bad or good. So a solit 5/10. If it on sale i would buy it. Have a good day :)
  9. xmessengerx
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    It's absolute shame that everyone can just make account on this site and spread misinformation, lies and hate without buying / playing the game. Steam is so much better in that regard and Steam user scores (while not perfect either) are way more accurate.
    For example Far Cry 5 has very low user score on metacritic based on 1700 reviews, while literally same game on steam has over 67 000    It's absolute shame that everyone can just make account on this site and spread misinformation, lies and hate without buying / playing the game. Steam is so much better in that regard and Steam user scores (while not perfect either) are way more accurate.
    For example Far Cry 5 has very low user score on metacritic based on 1700 reviews, while literally same game on steam has over 67 000 reviews and 76% of them are positive. That just shows that random bots can't make accounts on steam and write fake reviews, but on this site, they can and they always have. This 6.8 score in reality should be more like 7.6-8.1 but thanks to bots who give this game endless 0's, this score is lower. This usually only happens with extremely popular games and Assassin's Creed Valhalla indeed is extremely popular game. Another good comparison is RDR2 PC version score here and on steam, night and day difference and there's so many more like that.    … Expand
  10. freewarrior
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Thank you so much Ubisoft for making this otherwise empty and boring (in terms of games) November so much better.
  11. stallion_
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Been Ubisoft fan since 2006 when they released "Heroes of Might and Magic V", they have had hits and misses over the years, but overall very consistent company. Graphically they have always stood out, good examples from their early days would be "Cold Fear" (2005), Heroes of Might and Magic V" (2006) and "Lost: Via Domus" (2008). While i agree that they got really lazy in 2019 and i'm notBeen Ubisoft fan since 2006 when they released "Heroes of Might and Magic V", they have had hits and misses over the years, but overall very consistent company. Graphically they have always stood out, good examples from their early days would be "Cold Fear" (2005), Heroes of Might and Magic V" (2006) and "Lost: Via Domus" (2008). While i agree that they got really lazy in 2019 and i'm not sure why, but that year was complete fail for them, but otherwise they have never really made anything that i would call horrible. Now that they are absolutely back on track with Assassin's Creed Valhalla, i can't wait to see what they do with Far Cry 6, i have high hopes for that game.… Expand
  12. Lilestwar
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Probably the best assassin's creed game ever made and I've played every single one of them
  13. NovemberRain
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Good game Good game Good game Good game Good game Good game Good game Good game
  14. fireandwoter
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Very fun game. I tried Odyssey before, but leveling took way too long and it just didn't click with me, but Valhalla is different and better. Leveling is actually fast, you get 2 skill points instead of 1 and you get them very often so you can build your power level rather quickly. Nothing stops you moving on with story anymore. World is also designed better than Odyssey.
  15. Launcher000
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Glad to see Ubisoft back better than ever. Now that they have fixed Assassin's Creed, hopefully Far Cry 6 will be also good, can't wait!
  16. SNOWBOARDR555
    Nov 21, 2020
    0
    Game is unfinished and has multiple bugs. Got 10 hours into the game and now all my data is corrupted. Ubisoft released a work around for the corrupted data that doesn't even work. Now I have a new game I can't even play.
  17. Desmodus
    Nov 21, 2020
    2
    Lacks creativity, Ubisoft killed the franchise.
    The missions are not much intresting ,the combat is quite similar, matter of fact previous ac combat was fun felt like we are a trained Assassin.
    The charm is lost.
  18. Pegaman8
    Nov 21, 2020
    4
    One word - WEAK. Weak characters, weak combat mechanics, weak story, weak plot, weak weapon variety, weak voiceovers and weak game-play - plus incredibly BUGGY. Weakest AOC to date. I wouldn't even recommend to buy half price. I give it 4 points for the graphics and music but this should be given for today's standards.
  19. OhZoinksScoob
    Nov 21, 2020
    6
    It has the potential to be a fantastic title, but with the PS4 build currently riddled with bugs that soft lock players into not being able to continue the main story. I cannot reccomend this Assassin's Creed currently.
  20. jacekmuller99
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ein sehr gutes Spiel, mir macht es bisher sehr Spaß und ich bin überzeugt. Es war zwar axiomatisch das ich das Spiel gut finden werde, jedoch hat das Spiel meine Erwartungen übertroffen. Ich empfehle das Spiel jedem weiter und hoffe das er auch so ein Spaß damit hat… Expand
  21. Akapelle
    Nov 21, 2020
    0
    This trend where game companys release unfinished broken crap has got stop... Once again Ubisoft disappoints completely Dont buy this ****
  22. cooperstanley36
    Nov 21, 2020
    4
    Don’t let any of the critics fool you, this is just another bloated boring assassins creed game that feels incredibly half baked yet again. Ubisoft is lazy and it shows. I highly recommend you watch SkillUp’s YouTube review if you are even considering this game.
  23. theleader
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    There's way too much negativity on metacritic already, so i will try to be more positive, it's not 10/10 game obviously, but it's like 8.5/10 for sure.
  24. Bombaster
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Очень крутая игра, которая нравится просто всем. Далеко не лучшая игра покаления, однако недоцеоненна этакий симбиоз ведьмака и рдр… Expand
  25. finishhim
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    I'm usually critical with games, specially new ones, but i can't think of anything from AC Valhalla that stood out to me as "horrible or extremely bad". I actually have so much fun with it. There's always something to do or somewhere to go and i love it. I bet people who want games to over quickly will hate that, but they should already know what assassin's creed it. Whole point is thatI'm usually critical with games, specially new ones, but i can't think of anything from AC Valhalla that stood out to me as "horrible or extremely bad". I actually have so much fun with it. There's always something to do or somewhere to go and i love it. I bet people who want games to over quickly will hate that, but they should already know what assassin's creed it. Whole point is that it's not over quickly. I'm happy for that, i hate when games end too fast, like re3 did. If i'm waiting 3 years for 1 game, i actually wanna play it for months, not for 6 hours.… Expand
  26. cerberuz
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    graphics - 9.5
    story - 8.4
    world - 9.6
    characters - 9
    Music / sound - 9.4
  27. YUU809
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    London was little bit disappointing, other that it has some decent parkour areas, but what wasn't disappointing? Pretty much everything else. Would recommend if you like assassin's creed games.
  28. jackhack
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Could i have asked a bit more from this one? Honest answer is, NO. It has so much already, but people who don't explore will never find these things. Their loss.
  29. blackwhitegrey
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Digging this game's tone way more than i did with Odyssey. Odyssey was little bit too similar in all places. Everything was bright and colorful. Valhalla is very different in that regard. It has so many different areas and layers, nothing feels same. Even Norway and England look very different, but England in itself has very different looking areas. Game is good so far.
  30. redflowers
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Classic AC elements like hidden blade / Hood are back and i'm very happy for that, finally.
    Story is from average to actually pretty good. Depends on what quests you do and what choices you make. There's lots of different weapons and hoods.
  31. gotiger
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Generally it's not nearly as bad some people pretend it to be, i have a feeling these people haven't even tried it. Watching two youtube videos doesn't count. Map is big, there's a lot stuff to do.
  32. spirit66
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    graphics are very next gen. even if there is framedrop i'm not noticing them. story is fun enough, what i enjoyed most was just free roaming and exploring. combat is pretty cool with different abilities and weapons.
  33. bfrorestorm
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Nothing is perfect and that's okay, but overall it's very good ac game! Would Recommend for sure.
  34. Aledm92
    Nov 21, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game was released in an unacceptable state. I cannot even consider giving it a good score after the number of game breaking bugs I've come across.… Expand
  35. x_silent_x
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Very good--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  36. notrust
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    AC Valhalla has very big map and it's very long game, so basically if you don't like long game, there's no point trying this one. But if you do like long games, it's very solid. One of the better AC games imo.
  37. randgyu
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Two beautifully crafted big maps full of secrets and enemies to fight against. It's fun.
  38. golden_devil
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Would recommend this to Assassin's Creed fans who liked Black Flag or even Unity. It's extremely well made and possibly one of best open worlds in whole series. Don't let yourself be bothered of these 1 or 0 votes, 99% of these are fake accounts, possibly made by small group of haters who don't even own this game, it's very typical on metacritic.
  39. agostini
    Nov 21, 2020
    9
    Great games ! Music is good. Graphic are amazing. Lot of stuffs to do. Love the story in general. Wish there was some coop mode but maybe it's only me. 9/10 !!!
  40. ElessarPL
    Nov 21, 2020
    6
    I had a big problem to review this game. Potential to be 10/10 game. But this potential was killed by, boring end story (5-10 last hours). Too many Glitches, and bugs. Missions like the Big Finish (now is unable to end this mission if you interact with door before mission) Too many shutdowns errors.

    + Story (not ending ) Every small mission has a story Raids Vikings climat Skill    I had a big problem to review this game. Potential to be 10/10 game. But this potential was killed by, boring end story (5-10 last hours). Too many Glitches, and bugs. Missions like the Big Finish (now is unable to end this mission if you interact with door before mission) Too many shutdowns errors.

    +
    Story (not ending )
    Every small mission has a story
    Raids
    Vikings climat
    Skill tree
    Your Village
    Return of hidden blade
    Asgard, Jotunhaim if you pass The Big FInish
    -
    Combat
    Glitches
    Errors
    last 10 hours of game
    Game is not about assasins anymore (change name or end assasins story somehow)
    Not so many weapons and armor in game    … Expand
  41. Sathurshan30
    Nov 11, 2020
    10
    Gameplay and graphics are awesome, after the assassin's creed odyssey this game returns to old assassin's creed formula, every assassin's creed fans should try this game, world map and exploration also amazing
  42. Thetick42
    Nov 20, 2020
    6
    Extremely buggy, full of pervasive visual and animation bugs, as well as game breaking bugs that kept people from progressing in the story at all; crashed once about every 5-7 hours into the game for me. Ubisoft online based missions were bugged and unable to complete. The combat is clunky and uninspired and the raids become frankly boring. Good story, voice acting and characters and myExtremely buggy, full of pervasive visual and animation bugs, as well as game breaking bugs that kept people from progressing in the story at all; crashed once about every 5-7 hours into the game for me. Ubisoft online based missions were bugged and unable to complete. The combat is clunky and uninspired and the raids become frankly boring. Good story, voice acting and characters and my love of viking are the only reason I feel it earned a 6. If you like vikings and norse mythology grab it, but on sale and once it's had a few months of patches.… Expand
  43. Moeteiru
    Nov 20, 2020
    0
    The buggiest game that I ever saw. 10 Days passed and still no patch for this game.
    1. Main character sound is incredibly loud (compare to others). If you want to decrease it, go to hell! They don't have such option in settings.
    2. Doubled Armor, weapon in your inventory - this is normal. You should keep it because you are not able to sell it or destroy it. Why? You don't want absolutely    The buggiest game that I ever saw. 10 Days passed and still no patch for this game.
    1. Main character sound is incredibly loud (compare to others). If you want to decrease it, go to hell! They don't have such option in settings.
    2. Doubled Armor, weapon in your inventory - this is normal. You should keep it because you are not able to sell it or destroy it. Why? You don't want absolutely identical boots or sword? Your problem!
    3. You are creating Topic on forum for customer support? We will reply it, but after that we will block your account that you can't reply in your Topics (issue fixed).
    4. You want refund? Our option to Request refund are in Beta (why to add this option in Ubisoft client if this feature is not working?) Nobody know, but you will not receive your refund for this "Great" game as Refund is not working.... haha... geniusly...

    Assassin Creed Odyssey was an amazing game, I was thinking to support Ubisoft to buy this game from them. I never was sooo wrong. In future even when this game was on 50% discount I will thing twice to buy it.

    P.s. Music in game is not playing (I have 5.1 Surround system) :D

    +Bad audio quality    … Expand
  44. NothingisTrue
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Haters who don't even own this game and fill this user score with their pathetic excuses why they hate this game and 0 scores can give up. Assassin's Creed fans won. This war is over and good side won. This game had bigger launch than any other Assassin's Creed game in history of Assassin's Creed. Valhalla got also nominated for "Best Action / Adventure Game" at "The Game Awards 2020". ItHaters who don't even own this game and fill this user score with their pathetic excuses why they hate this game and 0 scores can give up. Assassin's Creed fans won. This war is over and good side won. This game had bigger launch than any other Assassin's Creed game in history of Assassin's Creed. Valhalla got also nominated for "Best Action / Adventure Game" at "The Game Awards 2020". It doesn't even have to win, this nomination alone is important enough. It takes just few seconds to take a look at youtube and if we leave out some bitter youtubers who hate Ubisoft anyway, most people seem to enjoy this game very much. Here's shout-out to youtuber "JorRaptor" who is making amazing Assassin's Creed videos almost every day. Good channel!… Expand
  45. nghtvision
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Better story than Odyssey, in fact way better story than Odyssey. About 20 hours in the game and i like it so far. Graphics are amazing.
  46. Hugador
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Juego buenardo, unas animaciónes de puta madre, muy buenas peleas, re buen juego rpg, se agradece que poco a poco incluyan elementos clásicos, muy buen juego
  47. Next10Years
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Very enjoyable game, not masterpiece, not even slightly bad. Giving it 10/10 because 6.7 score is absurd. It's solid 8/10 game.
  48. DDD273
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Ubisoft is one of the most important gaming companies ever. That's absolute fact and absolutely nothing will change that. They release multiple games every single year, every year. Obviously not everything hits the mark, but at least they are constantly doing stuff. Then there's this group of idiots who sht on all their games, while at the same time hyping up companies that release 2 gamesUbisoft is one of the most important gaming companies ever. That's absolute fact and absolutely nothing will change that. They release multiple games every single year, every year. Obviously not everything hits the mark, but at least they are constantly doing stuff. Then there's this group of idiots who sht on all their games, while at the same time hyping up companies that release 2 games in ten fcking years. Ten years. It's not me hating on "CDprojectred", hell no, i like them very much. My point is that without Ubisoft, gaming landscape would be incredibly empty. Imagine world without Far Cry's Assassin's Creed's, Watch Dogs, Ghost Recon's, Division's, Rainbow Six and so many more. There has to be some company that makes AAA games while these other companies makes two games in 10 years. How is it so hard to understand? Without Ubisoft there would be basically nothing, but endless multiplayer games and "Marvel's Avenger's" type of trash. That's not the world i wanna live in. I wanna live in world full of tons of different games each year. Of course there's also this bunch on sonyfanboys (again not talking about people who own playstation, talking about fanboys, i own playstation as well) that act like only games worth playing are console exclusives, that let's be honest are usually story simulators full of endless cutscenes, these are more movies than games, i personally want actual games ya know (and yes there are also good ones like Bloodborne.)
    Everyone acts like life lasts forever and it's cool to endlessly whine about some companies while waiting 10 years for a game from another company. All we have is 100 years (usually way less) and then it's over. Forever. So instead of constant whining, either enjoy the game or just don't play it, if you don't like it. It's that simple.    … Expand
  49. HiddenOne
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Amazing game! i will support and play this game for years to come with all my heart. If you give it anything less than 7 go to hell. I wouldn't even talk with you in real life, you literally don't exist for me. I'm done with Ubisoft haters, forever.
  50. Full_Power_
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Okay i have to get this out. I'm getting psychically tired of people hating Ubisoft. Like it's not even funny anymore. I'm just completely done with this. For some reason this "group of people" thinks it's completely fine to sht on their games every year. But when Rockstar fcks up or milks their game for 7 years, everyone is just silent. That's just complete hypocrisy on so many levels. ByOkay i have to get this out. I'm getting psychically tired of people hating Ubisoft. Like it's not even funny anymore. I'm just completely done with this. For some reason this "group of people" thinks it's completely fine to sht on their games every year. But when Rockstar fcks up or milks their game for 7 years, everyone is just silent. That's just complete hypocrisy on so many levels. By the way i'm saying all this, while Rockstar is one of my favorite gaming companies, but i'm honest, unlike these losers who think it's fine to hate Ubisoft. Unlike other companies Ubisoft ALWAYS releases their games Day 1 on EVERY platform. Rockstars takes 1-2 maybe 3 years for PC version and they STILL fcked up with RDR2 PC version. Nobody shakes a head. Ubisoft releases not perfect, but perectly playable (at least with any RTX card) game and people whine and complain like it's worst thing that has ever happened. It's just insanely, insanely pathetic how these absolute losers act. I literally hate them, i'm not even hiding it. If you are Ubisoft hater, i hate you. There was this one person on youtube comparing Valhalla graphics to 2013 game and saying it looks like sht. That's complete, absolute next level lies. From graphical standpoint this game looks incredible. I'm just so done with this hate and it has to change, something has to change.… Expand
  51. Goodkall
    Nov 20, 2020
    6
    This is the best out of the trilogy but so far away from being amazing. They really need to change a lot of things up to compete with some of the biggest open world games like Ghost of Tsushima, RDR2... the art direction just isn’t good. World is too colorful and unrealistic, combat is horrible.... story is the reason why I’m giving this a 6. Otherwise it’d be lower.
  52. CHlKEN
    Nov 20, 2020
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've played for ten hours as of this review and I gotta say I'm not impressed at all. The world feels small, the enemies are either super easy or super hard, the bow is the best weapon, no need to actually go stealthy (in the mission where you have to learn where the king of Mercia is hiding you need to get the info from some lady in a tight security fortress and it was easy as cake to just jump in and kill everyone Rambo style), the way they emphasize you're creating your own story feels over exaggerated cause I feel like I can count on one hand how many times I've had to pick my own dialogue option, the game is generally clunky as in your character goes everywhere, the weapon animations are very repeating so you get tired of them quickly, the finishers are all the same on on each class as in the standard bearer has one and so on, and I dont feel like the order of the ancients or whatever has been tied in to the main quest at ALL. I killed one of them voluntarily and they just jumped into some random dialogue without an explanation of who she, the order member, was and what she was doing.

    Greatly disappointed sadly    … Expand
  53. Wh33lers26
    Nov 20, 2020
    0
    Full of bugs, has ruined my experience as a bug has prevented me from progressing in the main story.
  54. dannygards
    Nov 20, 2020
    2
    This will be my last AC....Poor combat, extremely glitchy, the usual ubibloat, microtransaction grind for materials, and possibly the most bland, dull writing I've experienced in a game... I don't know if this is a ubi thing or a 2020 thing.
  55. warrior100
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    To anyone who is new to Assassin's Creed series : There's 100s of hours gameplay footage of this game on youtube. Watch it before you buy it! If it doesn't interest you, nobody is forcing you to buy it. It's great game but clearly not for everyone. I refuse to believe that someone who watched trailers, watched gameplay, bought it and then gives it 0 or 1. It doesn't even make sense.
  56. Notpennysboat
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    I have never reviewed a game before, but I just couldn't help myself here. Bear with me.

    Graphics 10/10 What can I say? England and Norway is just beautifully made, and I find myself just enjoying the scenery every once in a while. Sound/Music 8/10 The music is beautiful, there's no denying that. However, the sound needs some polishing. Maybe it's just glitches here and there, but the    I have never reviewed a game before, but I just couldn't help myself here. Bear with me.

    Graphics 10/10
    What can I say? England and Norway is just beautifully made, and I find myself just enjoying the scenery every once in a while.

    Sound/Music 8/10
    The music is beautiful, there's no denying that. However, the sound needs some polishing. Maybe it's just glitches here and there, but the sound acts weird, almost as if it comes from a tin can. Voice acting/dialogue 9/10
    As a Dane, I absolutely love the fact that they've used Scandinavian actors to voice most of the Viking characters. A Viking with an American accent would've just been strange. The voice actings is great overall, althought a few of the voice actors sound like they're reading the script, rather than performing. The dialogue is a bit cringy at times, but overall it's great. Story 9/10
    Not much to say on this. Although it doesn't stick to the "true Vikings" as it would've been way, way too dark, the story is very enjoyable. So why did I give the game overall a 10/10? Because I picked it up three days ago, and already have over 24 hours on it. And I'm not even halway through the story. It's the first AC game I thouroughly enjoy since Black Flag. Get it, play it, and enjoy it.    … Expand
  57. Steyraus
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    It's Assassin's Creed. It's pretty much like every other Assassin's Creed fun combat decent leveling system massive World to explore. 30fps is horrible recommend getting on next gen.
  58. nosad
    Nov 20, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BAD REVIEW
    Assassin's Creed Valhalla is a BORING Viking game. Have nothing to do with Assassins Creed.
    Is highly not recommending, if you have ever seen slightly liked AC games.
    Game design, gameplay & story design are bad.    … Expand
  59. CCC78
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Story: 8.5/10
    Gameplay: 9/10
    Graphics: 9.5/10
    Open World: 9/10
    Enjoyability: 9.6/10
    Conclusion: 9/10 (10/10 to counter fake 0's)
  60. Zeus55
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Of course this one deserves 10/10, i'm not saying it's 10/10 game, more like 8. This one is actually solid game and haters are trying to bring it dow. If any game deserves 10/10 right now it's AC Valhalla. Without these 10/10's this score would be under 6, because there's so many absolute shtheads who just give it 0 or 1. That's pathetic.
  61. brokenbutalive
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    As a long time Assassin's Creed fan i'm loving this one. World is so well designed, graphically stunning (Specially on PC maxed out, not that stunning on ps4). I have both versions, so when people say that graphics aren't that good, that means they haven't seen PC or PS5 versions, because these versions look incredible.
  62. fortimes
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    It's pretty obvious already that this game will become one of the classic games, it's already in my all time top 30.
  63. Bato
    Nov 20, 2020
    7
    Story: 7/10
    Gameplay: 8/10
    Graphics: 8/10
    Enjoyability: 7/10
    Overall: 7/10
  64. Jonno_scout
    Nov 20, 2020
    5
    Honestly, there's a good game here. It's just buried under way too many bugs for me to actually believe this isn't a cashgrab, cyberpunk-was-postponed-so-let's-release-our-unfinished -game-to-cash-in-on-people-looking-for-something-to-play, type of thing. I've encountered more game breaking bugs in this game than any other AC I've played, and it's really frustrating the game was releasedHonestly, there's a good game here. It's just buried under way too many bugs for me to actually believe this isn't a cashgrab, cyberpunk-was-postponed-so-let's-release-our-unfinished -game-to-cash-in-on-people-looking-for-something-to-play, type of thing. I've encountered more game breaking bugs in this game than any other AC I've played, and it's really frustrating the game was released in this state.… Expand
  65. dgdf
    Nov 20, 2020
    0
    Why should Japan damage the whole of Asia? Are you kidding me?
    I'm not buying Ubisoft games from now on. At least until it's fixed.
  66. JurassicBro
    Nov 19, 2020
    2
    recycled. I would stay with AC 3. Weak plot, no wow graphics, gameplay still the same, its another assassins creed skin but nordic this time. its not worth the full price. I would say get it amd play it when it reaches the 20 bucks. its not a must play game.
  67. thekombat
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Best graphics i have seen in years, combat is fine (not best, but still good). Overall i don' have much to complain about other than some bugs. Would recommend!
  68. ArthurJoelLeo
    Nov 19, 2020
    0
    The worst game of Ubisoft {Bugysoft} The game is simply AC Origins version 3.0 However, it has lots bug which makes it TRASH. They’re releasing the game even without checking it, I simply hated it and I hate Ubisoft too. Ubisoft and Valhalla are TRASH< TRASH TRASH!!!
  69. oclahoma
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Finally something new to play, i have explored most of England already, but there's just so much and imo it's not filler. Most of it is actually interesting, for example underground tunnels and stuff like that is really cool. Just found Hidden Ones Hood that was deep underground, had to find keys to open all the doors and parkour, it wasn't just "walk in and take it" and i like when theyFinally something new to play, i have explored most of England already, but there's just so much and imo it's not filler. Most of it is actually interesting, for example underground tunnels and stuff like that is really cool. Just found Hidden Ones Hood that was deep underground, had to find keys to open all the doors and parkour, it wasn't just "walk in and take it" and i like when they make things more difficult. That was just one example of many.
    Reminds me Unity in some parts, specially tone wise, it's darker than Odyssey. As fan of Unity is appreciate it a lot. Also parkour is back, story is fun, but my favorite part so far has been just endless exploring. Can't wait to see what they do with Paris and Ireland.    … Expand
  70. tetrisx
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Positives: Graphics, world, characters, story, music.
    Negatives: Loading times could be better, some bugs.
    Overall: Very good, but needs some patches.
  71. Escopae
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Just came here to say that i'm really enjoying this game, i have power level 54 right now, so there's so much to do still, but i'm already like over 20 hours in. I have tried to explore most of the map, overall it's well designed, but ocean seems kinda empty? Did i miss something? No giant squids? Come on, this game needs giant squids, it's perfect for that. Most Kraken myths come fromJust came here to say that i'm really enjoying this game, i have power level 54 right now, so there's so much to do still, but i'm already like over 20 hours in. I have tried to explore most of the map, overall it's well designed, but ocean seems kinda empty? Did i miss something? No giant squids? Come on, this game needs giant squids, it's perfect for that. Most Kraken myths come from Norway region and it's very obvious that Kraken was likely just very large giant squid. At least that's what i like to believe, it makes perfect sense, because they are very similar. Giant squid is very much real, so i'm not sure why all games are avoiding it, past Assassin's Creed games have had giant squid easter eggs, like in Black Flag, so why not this time? Specially when region is absolutely perfect for that. Anyway other than this, it's nice game, beautiful graphics.… Expand
  72. GenericAmmo
    Nov 19, 2020
    3
    25 HOURS IN Just the same old game thy keep pushing out. Sadly they where very lazy with this game, and you can feel it ! As you pour more of your pressure time into this remake of AC Odyssey with some tweaks and some lazy production.You get the feeling of I Just got took $$ I would avoid this one and hold out for something fresh and exciting not a reskinned unimaginative moneymaker.
  73. ZguroK
    Nov 19, 2020
    2
    Прошёл её, получил экскалибур и копье одина, по итогу скажу кратко в игре все будут пытаться тебя чпокнуть ведь все толерантные, по итогу боишься выбирать не тот диолог дабы твоего викинг не продырявили, в игре постоянно выполняешь одно и тоже играл тупо ради сюжета который так себе... Постоянные баги, глюки или проседы, играл на ps4 постоянно вылетала с ошибками игра 2/10Прошёл её, получил экскалибур и копье одина, по итогу скажу кратко в игре все будут пытаться тебя чпокнуть ведь все толерантные, по итогу боишься выбирать не тот диолог дабы твоего викинг не продырявили, в игре постоянно выполняешь одно и тоже играл тупо ради сюжета который так себе... Постоянные баги, глюки или проседы, играл на ps4 постоянно вылетала с ошибками игра 2/10
  74. Johnnybravo8125
    Nov 19, 2020
    9
    Great game, good graphics, story, and gameplay. My first AC game since AC3.
  75. stressenough
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    What can i say? It's good, but i'm hardcore Assassin's Creed fan, sue me lol. Some bugs, but that's expected in so big game. Red Dead Redemption 2 had bugs just like this one, bought both day 1 and i'm sure these will be fixed. But both maps (Norway and England) are not only big, they are interesting. There's like caves and underground bunkers and stuff, basically a lot to explore. ParkourWhat can i say? It's good, but i'm hardcore Assassin's Creed fan, sue me lol. Some bugs, but that's expected in so big game. Red Dead Redemption 2 had bugs just like this one, bought both day 1 and i'm sure these will be fixed. But both maps (Norway and England) are not only big, they are interesting. There's like caves and underground bunkers and stuff, basically a lot to explore. Parkour and story are better than previous two games.… Expand
  76. WFHCarnivean
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    I really enjoyed this game, it is so well done, it is beautiful to walk in the environment and it is what i expected.
  77. givefomindireti
    Nov 19, 2020
    0
    Many faults. No internet connection. No hot fixes. Broken NPCs that do not allow the storyline to pass. Inability to cancel the quest! And this is in the game in the 21st century! Greatest hack on the part of a developer. Odyssey is a million times better than this squalor.
  78. Jakratos
    Nov 12, 2020
    9
    Beautiful game, one of the best of the series. Graphics looks good on ps4, gameplay is smooth and well written story and quests.
  79. XFShadowcat
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Absolutely beautiful game with a wonderful story. Most assassin's creed feeling game in a long time.
  80. newdiona
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Heard news of censorship revision patches in Asia. Thank you very much for the correction.
  81. Morrowclaw
    Nov 18, 2020
    9
    It's all here in one enormous package filled with actual geographically accurate voice acting, beautiful landscapes, violence, intrigue, customization and lots and lots of exploration. It isn't perfect, the game obviously has bugs, every game does but if you like the series, you'll love this entry. A must play.
  82. Havinganicetime
    Nov 18, 2020
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story was decent until a point, and it just felt like they stopped paying the writers and it just... ends. The parkour feels clunky and the horse and boat travel is frustrating as hell. Absolutely riddled with bugs (quests disappearing until restart, graphical glitches, game crashes.) The gear system was unrewarding in that you're almost forced to commit to one armor set for the entire game and punished heavily for wanting to use new weapons or armor. Not worth buying, and at the very least wait for the DLC and more stability patches.… Expand
  83. Pigeondirt
    Nov 18, 2020
    9
    Graphics and the world are amazing! Extremely immersive environment. It would get a 10 if the combat was a bit more engaging. Definite worth the buy.
  84. Johny0624
    Nov 18, 2020
    7
    It is a good game,but the biggest issues are the bugs which wasn’t there in Origins and Odyssey... come on Ubisoft you did great but you really need to fix this, can’t finish one of the missions cause it’s bugged,can’t defeat one of the legendary animals cause it’s bugged. Game crashes and I’m not talking about the first 1-20 hours. With Origins and Odyssey didn’t have this issue at all!!It is a good game,but the biggest issues are the bugs which wasn’t there in Origins and Odyssey... come on Ubisoft you did great but you really need to fix this, can’t finish one of the missions cause it’s bugged,can’t defeat one of the legendary animals cause it’s bugged. Game crashes and I’m not talking about the first 1-20 hours. With Origins and Odyssey didn’t have this issue at all!! Now I’m just scared that even tho it will be fixed (Hopefully) my 80 hours of gameppay will be lost and need to start over again...… Expand
  85. flyinthewind
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Honestly i wasn't expecting much and it's good enough Assassin's Creed game to play in this cold dark november after this awful year, at least something positive. It's nothing extremely special, but overall from new games that have come out recently i rather spend my time playing this, than anything else. I play Assassin's Creed games for historical locations, parkour and overall justHonestly i wasn't expecting much and it's good enough Assassin's Creed game to play in this cold dark november after this awful year, at least something positive. It's nothing extremely special, but overall from new games that have come out recently i rather spend my time playing this, than anything else. I play Assassin's Creed games for historical locations, parkour and overall just relaxing climbing. Then comes story and story in this one is solid, way better than Odyssey. Voice acting is also better than Odyssey. I also like that it's long game, i'm sore tired of these overhyped games that will be over after 5-6 hours. What i hate most on this planet is fanboys of some other games that come here and just give low score, because they think that's okay. No it's not! For me this game is 8.5, but i have to give it 10, because this user score is way too low. Glad that it got some nominations at game awards.… Expand
  86. ValisDarkly
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Perfect viking game, honestly blown away that this game is so good. 10/10 Most fun I've had in open world since RDR2 or MGSV, better than both honestly.
  87. dangyosabyss
    Nov 18, 2020
    2
    I gave ubisoft a chance. I will not be doing it again. This is the same politics-infected mess we have come to expect from them and now is the time to stop funding it. AC games used to be brutal but joyous reveries into history. Now it is giving the Reddit inclusivity treatment to every time period and, as 1984 tells us, the destruction of history is a red flag (pun intended). Ubisoft - weI gave ubisoft a chance. I will not be doing it again. This is the same politics-infected mess we have come to expect from them and now is the time to stop funding it. AC games used to be brutal but joyous reveries into history. Now it is giving the Reddit inclusivity treatment to every time period and, as 1984 tells us, the destruction of history is a red flag (pun intended). Ubisoft - we see through your preaching even if you try to include it as metaphor. There is zero point to making a historical video game if you dont even try to make it reminiscent of the time. We can make do with things left out or changed due to a lack of historical knowledge but ACV outright lies to our faces and that is unacceptable. Surely I dont need to highlight the irony of preaching about justice in a game about Assassins. Gamewise its the same copypasted Origin and Odyssey gameplay with minimal differences no doubt from the equally historically-incorrect Vikings tv show. … Expand
  88. 500days
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    From graphics, story, combat and exploration aspect this game is very nice, some bugs tho, hopefully these will be fixed in future patches. Overall very good. This most fun i have had with video game in 2020. Doom Eternal is close second place. It's more like 9 obviously, but giving it 10 because there's so many fake 0's.
  89. bestofthebest_
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Ubisoft announced that Assassin's Creed Valhalla was biggest launch in AC history, it was also nominated for Best Action / Adventure game. It has so much content and it's overall very fun, enjoyable game. Hater can just leave, because you all already lost. This game is Massive Success and nothing will change that fact! One of the best games of 2020.
  90. deplorable
    Nov 18, 2020
    3
    Let's get the elephant out of the room. This is the worst assassins creed in recent memory, it makes desmonds death feel like good times. Yes it's that bad, let's put aside the screen tearing, the audio bugs, the terrain bugs and the terrible map. Actually let's talk about the map, you're given 3 options at the beginning and really there isn't much of a need due to the same house designLet's get the elephant out of the room. This is the worst assassins creed in recent memory, it makes desmonds death feel like good times. Yes it's that bad, let's put aside the screen tearing, the audio bugs, the terrain bugs and the terrible map. Actually let's talk about the map, you're given 3 options at the beginning and really there isn't much of a need due to the same house design (the exact same houses, who knew vikings were into pre-fabs) and although your weapons can tear down the doors like papermache, a simple barricade can keep out an army.

    Assassin creed games were once based on real life cities, or places and although certainly Norway etc does exist. none of what you see has any sort of historic bearing. Hell i'm wondering why they just don't call the games 'creed' and remove the unnecessary "hassassin" in there and the real world parts which make origins and odyssey blush.

    The whole game just reminds you of how they could do better, how the game could be better... it's infuriating and frustrating. Like miles morales, this is not a next generation game. Ubisoft have become like the EA sports series.

    This is one to avoid, one to not play... go dig out black flag but really, just avoid all creed games. This is terrible with a map designed by a high school drop out. We're used to gorgeous open world maps, filled with wonder... this is a clutterfest that degenerates itself so bad that i wonder why they included the village names at all....

    Stealth is barely needed, the weapons feel terrible... i mean the saving grace may have been the dice game but meh; it's not as much fun as gwent, hell even trails of cold steel 4 has a better mini game than this    … Expand
  91. RomulusReviews
    Nov 18, 2020
    7
    Assassins Creed Valhalla starts off with an opening 10-12 hours in Norway that basically runs you through the gameplay and lets you experience some of what you will be doing throughout your entire time with the game, before heading to England. I will say that while in Norway I was impressed, I immediately found that changes fans asked for from the last AC creed game were made for Valhalla.Assassins Creed Valhalla starts off with an opening 10-12 hours in Norway that basically runs you through the gameplay and lets you experience some of what you will be doing throughout your entire time with the game, before heading to England. I will say that while in Norway I was impressed, I immediately found that changes fans asked for from the last AC creed game were made for Valhalla. So I should be yelling from the mountains how awesome this game is right?

    WRONG!! Unfortunately, Valhalla, even with it's improvements and new additions to gameplay somehow still comes up short. The more you play Valhalla, the more tedious it gets and honestly, boring is a great word to describe the experience. The only thing I really enjoyed was the story, and even the story could get dull and dragged out at times. In the end, after everything, I could not help but feel a sense of pointlessness to this game.

    I played on a PS4PRO and the graphics were fine, but sometimes it looked like a PS3 game with the framerate struggling. Combat felt okay at best, thank goodness for brutal decapitations and finishers. Immersion just never found me with all of the boring and tedious exploration, defeating elite enemies and beast that reward you with nothing. Oh, a new tattoo? Gee, thanks! I'll just go and put that new cool tat on my back while I wear a full suit of cool Viking gear!

    Ubisoft cannot seem to decide what kind of game they want their Assassins Creed series to be anymore and the fans are suffering for it.    … Expand
  92. rainfallsdown
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Wooooooooooooo, best action / adventure game nomination!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  93. Lifelover4ever
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    This game is a ton of fun. I've dumped about 23 hours into the game and have enjoyed every minute thus far. Odyssey was fun as well but didn't quite nail the landing in regards to story and side quests. I've only scratched the surface of this game and I've already had multiple times where I found myself chuckling . Really looking forward to diving even deeper into this game.
  94. Reduxx
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Yes, i'm so happy, Nomination for Best Action/Adventure Game! This one truly deserved it!
  95. saramain
    Nov 12, 2020
    0
    It is a game officially released in Korea as xbx,ps4, but does it make sense that xbox Valhalla is released as an uncensored version, and ps4 Valhalla is released as a censored version? I don't really understand this. The game seems to be hitting a wooden doll
  96. def38
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    it's pretty okay ac game, better than odyssey. there's many things to do in this open world.
  97. Cinan18
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    I am a fan of Assassins Creed games since the flagship release with PS3 of the original AC. From graphics this is a gorgeous game with HDR settings for your bloom and lightning effects. The story is emotionally driven with the odd time were it gets slow and a slight grind for collectables.

    Overall very well done game, my only bother is the controls can be a little clunky at times and    I am a fan of Assassins Creed games since the flagship release with PS3 of the original AC. From graphics this is a gorgeous game with HDR settings for your bloom and lightning effects. The story is emotionally driven with the odd time were it gets slow and a slight grind for collectables.

    Overall very well done game, my only bother is the controls can be a little clunky at times and clipping issues with some of the terrain.    … Expand
  98. yipfosh
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is the best open world RPG this year that's for sure .

    with a good storyline and an epic combat system . well Ubisoft is known for their fun open worlds and exploration it really nailed this Again . i can't even imagine how the story in assassins creed Valhalla is sooo great it really answered every question of the AC lore , i really enjoyed exploring    Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is the best open world RPG this year that's for sure .

    with a good storyline and an epic combat system .

    well Ubisoft is known for their fun open worlds and exploration it really nailed this Again .

    i can't even imagine how the story in assassins creed Valhalla is sooo great it really answered every question of the AC lore , i really enjoyed exploring Norway the snowy mountains and the amount of details on Norway and england is just breathtaking i also enjoyed about how ubisoft dealt with the traditional side quest i'm finally happy that there is no 30+ side quest in my inventory

    side quests are now called world event which it took an average time of 5-10 mint to finish and it's not a waste of time the Game grant you with an epic loot , resources ,money and some of the world events are super funny

    AC Valhalla focuses on quality over quantity unlike odyssey if you like a weapon on Valhalla you can actually keep it for the whole Game

    - the skills in Valhalla are important you can choose your play style and if you don't like it and you want to change no problem! you can refund all the points and start over and choose another play style . that much said Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is a good game that corrects many of the missteps found in Odyssey, offering a number of interesting improvements to the series formula

    there is still some very very few bugs but it won't distract you from the experience especially after the DAy 1 patch the Game looks more beautiful than ever    … Expand
  99. GTIBRO69
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    The best assassins creed by far!
    Ubisoft made a masterpiece Congratulations
  100. Lethaldose5050
    Nov 18, 2020
    9
    Not sure why this game only has a 6.7 user review. This is the best assassins creed yet. Amazing gameplay. Graphics aren’t as clean as odyssey but the gameplay and story make up for that. Love this game.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 50
  3. Negative: 0 out of 50
  1. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Dec 25, 2020
    80
    There are far fewer cookie-cutter outposts than in previous AC’s, and most sidequests now offer an interesting story, sometimes even with a less-than-obvious solution. While some anti-grind measures have backfired, Ubisoft is on the right track. [Issue#250, page 56]
  2. KeenGamer
    Dec 17, 2020
    82
    Assassins Creed Valhalla is a wonderful addition to the AC franchise. It manages to avoid the tropes that became overplayed and focuses on a small well structured story. The fighting mechanics are enjoyable and offer many choices to fit different playing styles. There are a significant amount of bugs and the AI is underwhelming at times. But it's still another step in the right direction for Ubisoft.
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  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Dec 14, 2020
    80
    When Valhalla is at its best, it evolves series mechanics. And when you’re cruising down river, about to blow your raiding horn, there’s nothing quite like it. [Issue#183, p.71]
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