Assassin's Creed Valhalla

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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. TheScore
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    One of the most important games of 2020 is finally here and i couldn't be more happier with what it offers. High recommendation from me!
  2. Solid_reviews
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    @ "rallianto"

    "Classic Ubisoft"?, are you delusional? Just cause this game wont run perfectly on your 2013 console doesn't mean it's bad or something. People are enjoying it on PS5 and PC more than any other AC game in long time. You should give you reviewing because that's just pathetic. AC Valhalla is amazing open world game, specially after today's 1.0.4 update and of the best games    @ "rallianto"

    "Classic Ubisoft"?, are you delusional? Just cause this game wont run perfectly on your 2013 console doesn't mean it's bad or something. People are enjoying it on PS5 and PC more than any other AC game in long time. You should give you reviewing because that's just pathetic.
    AC Valhalla is amazing open world game, specially after today's 1.0.4 update and of the best games of 2020. Only reason ps4 version has low user score is because some angry asian made over 20 fake accounts and gave it o's. Looks at all other user scores for AC Valhalla (PC, PS5 and so on, everything is over 7.6). Youtube videos posting about Valhalla get every day 100 000s of views, this game sold over 2million copies and was biggest launch in Assassin's Creed history. You can make up your "classic ubisoft" lies all day long, but this game already won. Deal with it. Reality is that you are not actual Assassin's Creed fan, but you are trying to find ways to whine about it anyway to promote some trash games that you like. Weak attempt at that.    … Expand
  3. Syndicate48569
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    Anyone who thinks that "Ghost of Tsushima" is better than Valhalla is just delusional Sony fanboy. Go home lol. I'm not saying that "Ghost of Tsushima" is bad game, no it's pretty solid. But these delusional losers who leave low scores to Valhalla and then when i check their profile they have Ghost with 10/10, that just shows how pathetic these people are. Nothing will replace Assassin'sAnyone who thinks that "Ghost of Tsushima" is better than Valhalla is just delusional Sony fanboy. Go home lol. I'm not saying that "Ghost of Tsushima" is bad game, no it's pretty solid. But these delusional losers who leave low scores to Valhalla and then when i check their profile they have Ghost with 10/10, that just shows how pathetic these people are. Nothing will replace Assassin's Creed, deal with it. It's very clear that these people haven't even played latest AC and have no intention to do so, but they are so empty and sad that they need to hype their "sony exclusive" by giving other games low scores.… Expand
  4. Proplayer333
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    Easy top 5 game from 2020. There's not much competition even. "Final Fantasy VII Remake", "Doom Eternal" ....ummm.....ummm.... "Ghost of Tsushima" i guess, but it had absolutely one of the worst camera angles ever and it wasn't that interesting, it was just overhyped, because "muh exclusives". But it was good game to beat "Last of Us 2" in sales, so in that regard, i'm happy this gameEasy top 5 game from 2020. There's not much competition even. "Final Fantasy VII Remake", "Doom Eternal" ....ummm.....ummm.... "Ghost of Tsushima" i guess, but it had absolutely one of the worst camera angles ever and it wasn't that interesting, it was just overhyped, because "muh exclusives". But it was good game to beat "Last of Us 2" in sales, so in that regard, i'm happy this game exists. And "Half Life: Alyx". Easy top 5. (Cyberpunk 2077 isn't out, so i'm not counting it yet).… Expand
  5. Cali100
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    AC Valhalla has already sold over 2 million copies, amazing. Game is really awesome, with interesting characters, good voice acting, choices that actually matter, cool story and even romance options.
  6. therealgod
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    All major issues were fixed in today's patch, whoever still gives it anything below 7/10 is not actual Assassin's Creed fan and your opinion doesn't count. It's one of the better Assassin's Creed games ever and if you don't like it, go play your avengers. Keep your hands off this awesomeness, if you give it 0 or 1 out of 10, you clearly don't deserve to play games like this anyway.
  7. dodgeandroll
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    It's was very much playable already, but needed some work. After today's patch 1.0.4 it's basically perfect. All major issues i had are now fixed and it plays well on any system. Graphics look better than ever, framerate is solid. Amazing game!
  8. juschnei
    Nov 26, 2020
    4
    Game just feels recycled. Unrefined. Ubisoft phoning it in because they feel as though they'll make money either way. Disappointment for years now. I don't expect there to be changes until the money starts to dry up.
  9. DarthFronz85
    Nov 26, 2020
    4
    Please note that this is two weeks after launch for the review. This is a beautiful, massive game, it's fun to play, has great systems (fishing, anyone?) and would EASILY be a 9 if it worked.
    It doesn't. Twice, I've lost several hours of progress due to save glitches. This is the cardinal sin of the launch game; a beautiful experience that can't be enjoyed because the save system is,    Please note that this is two weeks after launch for the review. This is a beautiful, massive game, it's fun to play, has great systems (fishing, anyone?) and would EASILY be a 9 if it worked.
    It doesn't. Twice, I've lost several hours of progress due to save glitches. This is the cardinal sin of the launch game; a beautiful experience that can't be enjoyed because the save system is, frankly, technically incompetent.
    I have to revire the game so low because it's obviously an awesome experience, well crafted if a little bloated... but that's meaningless if I can't actively save progress. Ubisoft's fix "in the coming weks" isn't heartening for a game I soent $120 on.    … Expand
  10. Pik3
    Nov 26, 2020
    5
    Combat is bad and broken. Sound is broken. Too much stuff to do for 100% the game. Way too much! Sjw politics all over. Girl power bs. Bad story. Bad jokes. Boring loot. Boring combat. Feels like it's made for kids, but have brutal combat... Makes it a bit wierd. I think this will be my last AC game. It's just sad to see how they screw it all over...
  11. Makari
    Nov 26, 2020
    2
    Fix the bugs, i can't finish the principal history. so many players with the same mistakes.
  12. The_marsy
    Nov 26, 2020
    4
    The game leaves alot to be desired, while its not the worse way to spend your time I can't help but feel that if it was anything else but the Vikings theme it would be the Bomb of 2020
  13. noximus
    Nov 25, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Очень много багов, просто капец, на ps4 slim просто невозможно играть, fps моментами просто улетает вниз, в квесте про Восточную Англию, в последнем задании на свадьбе нужно убить босса, но он с..ка просто лежит, игра не даёт никакой возможности завершить этот квест, постоянные ошибки, игра вылетает....
    короче, в техническом плане, игра не оптимизирована под младшие консоли совершенно...
    Я не могу даже насладиться геймплеем из-за эти багов...
    Геймплей! Боёвка просто днищенская, паркур на троечку
    ОЧЕНЬ ЖАЛЕЮ ЧТО ВЗЯЛ ЕЁ ЗА ФУЛПРАЙС!    … Expand
  14. Liquidus
    Nov 25, 2020
    1
    It's not Creed. I don't know what happen. Nothing about this game feels like Assassin's Creed. Not sure who they paid for the good reviews.
  15. Chriztian
    Nov 25, 2020
    5
    I enjoy the game, but it's clearly under-baked, riddled with too many bugs, and frequent crashes, I've had the game crash 3 times in one hour. The combat is different, not better than Origins or Odyssey, but they tried something different. The loot system is improved, making each piece of gear unique, instead of showering you with a multitude of useless loot. The game just lacks polish. IfI enjoy the game, but it's clearly under-baked, riddled with too many bugs, and frequent crashes, I've had the game crash 3 times in one hour. The combat is different, not better than Origins or Odyssey, but they tried something different. The loot system is improved, making each piece of gear unique, instead of showering you with a multitude of useless loot. The game just lacks polish. If you compare it to Ghost of Tsushima, which is a similar type of game, is visually more impressive, it runs smoother, load times are significantly faster, than what AC Valhalla offers, load times are abysmal in Valhalla. The game doesn't have the quality a triple A game should have. I love Assassin's Creed games, and I've played all of them. This one had the potential to be good, but the lack of quality makes it a disappointment. Maybe six months from now the game will be polished and in a much better state. But as it stands, it's worse than AC Unity. AC Unity was in a much better state in comparison. Do better Ubisoft.… Expand
  16. wakeupwakeup
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Assassin's Creed: Valhalla sold more copies during its first week of release than any other Assassin's Creed game, and the PC version also had the most successful launch of any PC game published by Ubisoft. On November 17, 2020, Ubisoft confirmed that the game had over 1.8 million players. The PlayStation 4 version sold 45,055 physical copies within its first week on sale in Japan, makingAssassin's Creed: Valhalla sold more copies during its first week of release than any other Assassin's Creed game, and the PC version also had the most successful launch of any PC game published by Ubisoft. On November 17, 2020, Ubisoft confirmed that the game had over 1.8 million players. The PlayStation 4 version sold 45,055 physical copies within its first week on sale in Japan, making it the second bestselling retail game of the week in the country.… Expand
  17. woogychuck
    Nov 25, 2020
    5
    I've been playing AC for a while and this game just doesn't do it for me. Over the past few games, there has been a big move away from stealth and assassinations and pretty much just making a brawler set in the AC universe. For Origins and Odyssey, I at least felt like the setting and story and decent ranged options made them good games, but Valhalla just isn't doing it.

    If you liked    I've been playing AC for a while and this game just doesn't do it for me. Over the past few games, there has been a big move away from stealth and assassinations and pretty much just making a brawler set in the AC universe. For Origins and Odyssey, I at least felt like the setting and story and decent ranged options made them good games, but Valhalla just isn't doing it.

    If you liked the recent entries better than the typical AC games, you will probably like this. If you don't like the direction the franchise is heading, this game turns further in that direction with less likable characters and worse story telling.    … Expand
  18. forethewin
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Story is surprisingly good, it almost sucks to bring it out like some BIG thing, but Odyssey's story was too "all over the place" and boring, at least to me. It had way too much pointless filler. Valhalla actually innovates a lot and feels more like Black Flag and Unity in 2020.
  19. intothemist
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game that has more content than any recent release and i would say 80% of that content is actually interesting.
  20. flamesforever
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    This game deserves nothing but praise. Yeah it had some bugs at launch, but what games doesn't. Unlike Bethesta, Ubisoft always cleans their games up. In fact, huge patch is coming tomorrow.
  21. singing_
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Been fan of this series past 7 years and i gotta say Valhalla is one of the better ones.
  22. Sunrisenow38
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Whoever gives this game rating below 7 is not real AC fan, it's that obvious. Great game.
  23. therandom37
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Norway, England, North-America and later Ireland and Paris, what else can you ask for. Amazing.
  24. Promise78
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Very good Assassin's Creed game, maybe one of the best even. But surely better than last two games.
  25. Mike2121
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    Assasins creed I’m Thor. Epic game.10/10. Some bugs glitches but who cares? I’m in love
  26. TheHolyNut
    Nov 25, 2020
    0
    Assassins creed died with Unity. Every game since Origins has been a poor copy paste of tThe Witcher and although Odyssey had a beautiful map and was enjoyable Valhalla just has taken a fat dump in the mouth of everyone who bought this game. The first three hours are deceptively promising with a strong introduction akin to the previous entry but after that point the gane has nothing moreAssassins creed died with Unity. Every game since Origins has been a poor copy paste of tThe Witcher and although Odyssey had a beautiful map and was enjoyable Valhalla just has taken a fat dump in the mouth of everyone who bought this game. The first three hours are deceptively promising with a strong introduction akin to the previous entry but after that point the gane has nothing more to offer and is just repetitive. They have somehow made the loot system worse and the ending is complete trash. You slave away 60 hours of your life and you are left with an ending which makes you regret spending all that time. Please dont buy this game… Expand
  27. Cjmojica
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Excellent game if you like vast open world settings with a diverse game loop that continues to expand as you play. And I don't agree with some people knocking the overall environment saying it doesn’t hold a candle to Red Dead, GTA5 etc... this map is incredibly detailed and fun to explore. I give the Devs props for their efforts. It is in the same vein as Origins, and Odyssey - it doesExcellent game if you like vast open world settings with a diverse game loop that continues to expand as you play. And I don't agree with some people knocking the overall environment saying it doesn’t hold a candle to Red Dead, GTA5 etc... this map is incredibly detailed and fun to explore. I give the Devs props for their efforts. It is in the same vein as Origins, and Odyssey - it does somethings better than Odyssey and somethings not as good - but nothing terribly wrong. It is MASSIVE and I love 100+ hour rpgs as it feels i get my moneys worth, but if you don't like games that go on and on, that might be something to consider. Not perfect, but if you are a AC fan, this is a welcome addition to the series. I would rate this in reality an 8.5 but since all these trolls rate the game 0 for nonsensical reasons, I have to try and bring up the average ya know...… Expand
  28. NUmber34
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Been playing over 50 hours by now. Here's my 10/10 to make this user score little bit more normal. Can't believe some **** think it's okay to mislead people with their fake low scores.
  29. Aldoogie
    Nov 24, 2020
    1
    Call this anything but a game. A good game at it's core, should have you not wanting to put the control down -- have you canceling plans so that you can stay in and eagerly lose track of time. There is NO game play here. All the focus is in creating some half ass movie. If you can press B to skip, then your game isn't worthy to begin with. Let that set in developer.

    In short: - There    Call this anything but a game. A good game at it's core, should have you not wanting to put the control down -- have you canceling plans so that you can stay in and eagerly lose track of time. There is NO game play here. All the focus is in creating some half ass movie. If you can press B to skip, then your game isn't worthy to begin with. Let that set in developer.

    In short:

    - There isn't any real gameplay here; it's like a two year old board game, except checkers is more fun
    - The challenges are tedious and BORING and just a worthless grind
    - The fighting is awkward
    - There are glitches galore
    - The Parkour is like slow mountain climbing

    I am a four days into playing and going to put it on Ebay. So glad I got the CD version of this so that I can sell it. Let's see what Cyberpunk brings to the table.

    Such a shame, was really looking forward to it.    … Expand
  30. Energylvl200
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Good Assassin's Creed game! Finnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnalyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!
  31. tobeignored
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    I'm awful reviewer, but i wanna show my support, so to make it short, it's very fun game.
  32. In_TheRain
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    I wasn't expecting this game to have two maps, i wasn't expecting it to have so beautiful graphics, i wasn't expecting this game to have so good voice acting, i wasn't expecting this game to have so many secret/hidden locations, i wasn't expecting to enjoy combat as much as i do in this game, i wasn't expecting this game to have so beautiful music, I wasn't expecting any of that, but it'sI wasn't expecting this game to have two maps, i wasn't expecting it to have so beautiful graphics, i wasn't expecting this game to have so good voice acting, i wasn't expecting this game to have so many secret/hidden locations, i wasn't expecting to enjoy combat as much as i do in this game, i wasn't expecting this game to have so beautiful music, I wasn't expecting any of that, but it's all here, better than ever!… Expand
  33. WindShifts
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Assassin's Creed games is basically closest we will ever get to actual time travel. Visiting these old cities and locations is just amazing. Of course it's still fiction, but so is Red Dead Redemption and that's fine. Still close enough.
  34. SilentSeas
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    I wonder why, out of all games, Assassin's Creed always gets hit by bots created by losers who have no life. Is it really because it's so extremely popular video game series? I mean it must be. Stuff like Tony Hawk remake or Mafia Remake people hardly care to leave comments, but AC? That's like most commented game every time it come out. Okay i get that Odyssey was meh and even then itI wonder why, out of all games, Assassin's Creed always gets hit by bots created by losers who have no life. Is it really because it's so extremely popular video game series? I mean it must be. Stuff like Tony Hawk remake or Mafia Remake people hardly care to leave comments, but AC? That's like most commented game every time it come out. Okay i get that Odyssey was meh and even then it didn't deserve any 0's, but why Valhalla? This game is huge comeback for Ubisoft, one of the better Assassin's Creed games ever made. It must be that either one person who hates Assassin's Creed for whatever stupid reasons he has, created about 100 fake accounts, that would explain it. There's also this other thing....it's 2020 after all. Oh well. Great game anyway, no matter how many 0's it gets, it wont change that fact.… Expand
  35. Butterfly658
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Makes me wonder why they even did Odyssey like they did. It clearly didn't work. I'm not saying it was bad game, it had some good stuff too, but overall Valhalla stands out as superior in basically ever way. AC is finally back!
  36. this_is_how
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Out of Origins, Odyssey and Valhalla -Valhalla is easily best one. Bringing back old elements, deleting ones that were never needed. Very enjoyable AC game.
  37. Somebod_y
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    AC: Valhalla doesn't exactly re-invent the formula, but i think for now it's a good thing.
    They fixed what went wrong with Odyssey and brought back missing elements while making story, characters and world better. With next one they need to do some complete overhaul, but Valhalla is good beginning for next era Assassin's Creed games.
  38. Targeryancrono
    Nov 24, 2020
    8
    Great game played over 40 hours so far. The story, rpg elements and viking aesthetic is amazing. I would rate higher if not for the bugs and loading screens.
  39. brokendown00
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Ubisoft really did well with this one, been at least 3 years when i actually enjoyed their games. Odyssey was fine, but boring really fast. Valhalla feels like breath of fresh air.
  40. Jakedmonkey86
    Nov 24, 2020
    9
    This is the best Assassin's Creed I have played in my opinion. There has been a lot of common negative criticism I disagree with that I will address here:

    Not enough loot - I 100% disagree. There is plenty of axes, swords, shields, daggers, etc., and I think 5 or 6 separate types of armor to upgrade. It is not overwhelming, but still very customizable. Right now, I am dual wielding a    This is the best Assassin's Creed I have played in my opinion. There has been a lot of common negative criticism I disagree with that I will address here:

    Not enough loot - I 100% disagree. There is plenty of axes, swords, shields, daggers, etc., and I think 5 or 6 separate types of armor to upgrade. It is not overwhelming, but still very customizable. Right now, I am dual wielding a spear and dagger, but you can dual wield two great swords, your more standard sword and shield, the flail is fun to play with, warhammers carry a different style, etc. Trust me, there is plenty of loot.

    Combat - The combat in Odyssey and Origins made you a fighting god right from the start. Valhalla makes you earn it. A lot of the negative reviews say the combat is slow and clunky. At first, it kind of is. But you know what, it makes you feel like a viking! Storming villages and swinging a sword wildly seems realistic to me. As you progress, the combat becomes much more in depth and fluid, but the game makes you earn it. Sorry, but you will not be a combat god from the start, which I think is a good thing.

    Lack of Stealth - I disagree. I've cleared out enemy encampments blowing my horn and having my whole crew rush in. I have also cleared out encampments without anyone noticing me. It takes patience, but definitely possible and anyone who disagrees probably isn't good enough at it.

    Bugs - I am on patch 1.0.2 and the bugs are not nearly as bad as described in the reviews. All my saves have been fine and the game has crashed once in almost 40 hours of gameplay. There are some minor visual bugs I've noticed, but they have not been common at all for me and really haven't taken anything from the game for me.

    All in all, this game is amazing. In both Origins and Odyssey, after about 20 hours, I felt like I was doing chores and got bored. I'm almost 40 hours in to this one and can't stop playing or thinking about it when I'm not playing. The map is much less congested, and the markers that are there lead you to meaningful, useful, and usually interesting things. The inventory and quest lists are no longer overwhelming and the way side quests are set-up make the story and play go way more smoothly.

    Best Assassin's game I've played.    … Expand
  41. Galliga
    Nov 24, 2020
    5
    Bug bugs bugs and more bugs. They took out the fun ship battles for a lesser more repetitive raiding system that never changes. Recruiting unique people doesn't matter because they just take away their unique weapons and give them the basic generic raider gear. And if you pick male Eivor? they literally refer to you as SHE multiple times in the game, Ubisoft is so afraid of sticking withBug bugs bugs and more bugs. They took out the fun ship battles for a lesser more repetitive raiding system that never changes. Recruiting unique people doesn't matter because they just take away their unique weapons and give them the basic generic raider gear. And if you pick male Eivor? they literally refer to you as SHE multiple times in the game, Ubisoft is so afraid of sticking with a gender, and so busy trying to appease everyone, male players are now having their immersion broken being called a she the whole game lmao. The "romances" are basically all copy pasted from Odyssey, same ol one night stands and then you never see the character again. Like atleast put effort into it Ubi… Expand
  42. DRR90
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Красивая игра с открытым миром, много врагов, с которыми нужно сражаться, рекомендуется.
  43. shadow_aran
    Nov 24, 2020
    4
    отвратительная анимация персонажей, мыльцо ,плохой сюжет и монотонность
  44. HarryK1997
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    if you are an original assassins creed fan you will appreciate this game a lot just like origins. you can chose to play stealth or go all out attack in this game it gives you the options. hidden blade is back eith instant kills to make the stealth play even better.
  45. r2c
    Nov 24, 2020
    4
    Beautiful game, huge potential, nice mechanics BUT filled with bugs (many of which are game breaking).
    They did poor testing and/or rushed out the game to cash in before real games like Cyberpunk are released.
    I am not going to buy again from ubisoft anytime soon.
  46. Troy000
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Very good assassin's creed, would recommend if you liked black flag, origins or unity (or all of them).
  47. ARG888
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    One of the best games i have played this year, seriously. Final Fantasy VII Remake was nice too, but this one has so much content and most of it is good.
  48. Departures
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    If someone actually thinks that AC Valhalla is not well made, that just shows absolute ignorance and lack of general knowledge about game making. Valhalla is very well made game, it just runs better on PS5 than on PS4, that obvious. But as a game, it's very good Assassin's Creed game. In fact it's one of the best open worlds Ubisoft has ever created in any of their games ever. I have beenIf someone actually thinks that AC Valhalla is not well made, that just shows absolute ignorance and lack of general knowledge about game making. Valhalla is very well made game, it just runs better on PS5 than on PS4, that obvious. But as a game, it's very good Assassin's Creed game. In fact it's one of the best open worlds Ubisoft has ever created in any of their games ever. I have been in gaming industry over 20 years and know what i talk about. People shouldn't even start some nonsense like "it's not well made", when they literally have no idea what they are talking about. I'm so glad it got nominated for "Best Action / Adventure Game" at "The Game Awards". That alone shows that people who are part of gaming at least understand and acknowledge that it is well made video game!
    It doesn't have to win and very likely wont, that's not the point. What matters is fact that it got nominated.    … Expand
  49. roadspeed
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    If you have performance issues, just know that YOU chose to play it on 2013 console. It has literally free upgrade for PS5 version and some people still complain lmao. It should be obvious that it's best to be played on PS5, Xbox Series X or PC. This PS4 version user score doesn't reflect actual state of this game. PC / Xbox Series X and PS5 all user scores are very high. PS4 version'sIf you have performance issues, just know that YOU chose to play it on 2013 console. It has literally free upgrade for PS5 version and some people still complain lmao. It should be obvious that it's best to be played on PS5, Xbox Series X or PC. This PS4 version user score doesn't reflect actual state of this game. PC / Xbox Series X and PS5 all user scores are very high. PS4 version's user score also suffered because early trolls who think that only PS4 version exists lol. Overall very good game.
    PS: No upcoming game will run flawlessly on 2013 consoles, ps4 / xbox one versions will remain as just bonus, but not main platform anymore, it's time to upgrade!    … Expand
  50. shatteredglass
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Incredible game and i say that rarely, gonna play this for months to come. Can't wait for dlc's.
  51. Kells_ExE
    Nov 23, 2020
    2
    Poorly made. Although the game is probably the best in the series since brotherhood the game is full of bugs and glitches and is historically inaccurate. I'm pretty sure Ubisoft doesn't even try their games before releasing them to the public
  52. EvErYtHing88
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Here's strong advice, play this with PS4Pro if possible. It's obvious that these new games wont run that well on 2013 consoles, that's just reality. Cyberpunk wont look that great either on base consoles and i can't believe they actually wanna bring Horizon 2 to base consoles. I mean it's nice to have these games, but don't give these games low score, just cause they wont run flawlessly.Here's strong advice, play this with PS4Pro if possible. It's obvious that these new games wont run that well on 2013 consoles, that's just reality. Cyberpunk wont look that great either on base consoles and i can't believe they actually wanna bring Horizon 2 to base consoles. I mean it's nice to have these games, but don't give these games low score, just cause they wont run flawlessly. You have every right to buy PS5 and play these on that.… Expand
  53. flyflyfly
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    positives - graphics, story, voice acting, open world / negatives - some bugs, some quests are boring, overall good game.
  54. Tryharder345
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    What's with all the negativity? It's one of the better AC games in long time, highly recommended!
  55. longwayahead
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Super well done Assassin's Creed, so far there's almost nothing i would say that i hate. I just like it more every day. Yeah some bugs, but i can't recall any open-world game that didn't have bugs at launch.
  56. goldenticket
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Enjoying every almost every minute of this game. Not all quests are super interesting, but overall it's very well done.
  57. Dead_Space
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Surprisingly good AC game, just finished, can't wait for Ireland dlc and Paris!
  58. control_
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Its just hilarious to read these hate comments. Most real "Assassin's Creed" fans seem to like this game a lot. I bet 90% of these who gave 0 or 1, never even played it. It's just too obvious. Literally created this account to show my support to this great game. Been fan over 7 years.
  59. problemsolved
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Whoever dislikes this game is not real Assassin's Creed fan. It's a fact! This game has every element that makes AC game and it's a good one at that. And if someone dislikes it because it has big map not just one city then maybe time travel back to 2010 or something, because 2020 clearly isn't for you. Every game is doing it. Maps are getting bigger. Rockstar does same thing, CdprojectWhoever dislikes this game is not real Assassin's Creed fan. It's a fact! This game has every element that makes AC game and it's a good one at that. And if someone dislikes it because it has big map not just one city then maybe time travel back to 2010 or something, because 2020 clearly isn't for you. Every game is doing it. Maps are getting bigger. Rockstar does same thing, Cdproject does same thing, everyone does it. Odyssey problem wasn't big map, Odyssey problem was too much pointless content and grinding, that's all gone in Valhalla. What's left is interesting and meaninful content and no grinding. Valhalla has two big maps and England has many cities where parkour is possible, very similar to Unity. Overall very good game. Unity was nice, but Black Flag did huge map even before Unity. Valhalla has best of both worlds. Even tho i really like Unity, it got bit boring after a while. That's why i like big maps where you can go somewhere else than city, you are not restricted in that one area.… Expand
  60. Pwp21
    Nov 23, 2020
    1
    The bug make the game horrible to play. It feels like you are playing an unfinished game. Ubisoft should have taken more time to work on this game.
  61. keyless
    Nov 23, 2020
    2
    Simply disappointing. Had high hopes for valhalla, but it underdelivers in almost every category.
  62. somehonesty
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Combat can be very brutal at times, reminds me Unity's combat. World feels more like Black Flag, but 2020 version. Well done.
  63. TimeTraveler89
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Pretty good, here's some standout things:
    Voice acting, Graphics, World design, Story.
    Fine or Average things: Combat.
    Bad: Some bugs as expected in large open world game.
  64. Discovery678
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Actually wanted to give 8, but this user score i way too low, i'm basically forced to give 10. Thank you haters.
  65. stilldreaming
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Whole thing with "AC" games is that they have so many layers. Maybe that's why people get confused and don't know what to focus on? Idk, but to me this perfect. If i feel like going in stealth i can do that or i can just have big battles. Then there's parkour element, climbing mountains, sailing, exploring secret areas underground, etc. It has a lot content and i like it. I would hate soWhole thing with "AC" games is that they have so many layers. Maybe that's why people get confused and don't know what to focus on? Idk, but to me this perfect. If i feel like going in stealth i can do that or i can just have big battles. Then there's parkour element, climbing mountains, sailing, exploring secret areas underground, etc. It has a lot content and i like it. I would hate so much if it had less stuff. I absolutely hate short linear games like resident evil 3 remake. 10-20 hours semi-linear like "Alan Wake" or "Dead Space" is perfectly fine, but less than that is just no.… Expand
  66. soul267
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    This idea of going back in time to different eras got me into this series in first place. Everything else comes second to me, i could endlessly free roam for hours and just check every corner, parkour on stuff. Amazing. But to everyone who wants bloody action, it's all there, always been in every AC.
  67. PiecesofEarth
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Maybe little bit early to review it, because i haven't finished main story, but i like it a lot.
    I hardly had any interest in missions in Odyssey, but Valhalla is different. Might be one of the best games i have played this year, alongside Doom Eternal.
  68. I_Call_it_Karma
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    I wonder, if Cyberpunk also gets like 100s of dislikes with most idiotic explanations. This happens to be ongoing trend to destroy every new game. Pathetic.
  69. life_goes_on
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    50 hours in, i have taken some pauses, because it can burn you out, but i keep going back to it. That must be good sign.
  70. Februarydarknes
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    So many dislikes and for what? I don't believe these people ever cared about AC.
    There's so much salt in these comments that have given 0-4 score, i don't believe they even own this game. Very often they they have only 1-2 reviews. I have also 1 review, but only reason i made this account was to point out this hypocrisy.
  71. One_Day
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    I had already lost all hope and basically gave up on Ubisoft, because last year they failed completely and Odyssey wasn't best, it was okay. Far cry 5 was again...just fine. I don't even wanna talk about Ghost Recon..uhh. Anyway, somehow they managed to make good Assassin's Creed game and i'm kinda on board again. For the love of god i hope Far Cry 6 is good, because i like both of these series.
  72. EndlessLies
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Darker tone reminds me Unity and i love Unity, Parkour is better than last 2 games, Big open world and story remind me Black Flag and i love Black Flag. It has two maps, not one, that's first time they have done that. You can swim underwater just like in Odyssey and there' stuff to discover underwater, on land and underground. One of the better games of 2020 imo.
  73. illbejustfine
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Hidden blade? - BACK, Hood? - BACK, One shot assassinations? - BACK, Possibly one of the best maps of AC series? - IT'S HERE, Worth trying? - YES!
  74. BetheOne_
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Any Real Assassin's Creed fan should give this one a try. If this game gets no support they will go back to Odyssey. Please no.
  75. runningaway
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Combat (to me) feels okay, i have read some youtube comments that "combat is so bad", i strongly disagree. I bet they watched some youtube who told that he didn't like combat and now some people just spread false information. It's not perfect, but far from bad. Would recommend.
  76. allthethings55
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    So basically here's the deal, i like this game, a lot. So when 2021 happens to be copy-paste of 2020, i will have something to play all year long, possibly Cyberpunk 2077 and Far Cry 6 too, if they happen to turn out good.
  77. TheRealLife_
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    This is good, i mean it. But Far Cry 6 needs to be something completely new, they can't make another Far Cry 5, NO, because we already have that game. It has to stand out, it has to be different, if it isn't, delay it already! And next wave of Ubisoft games needs to have complete re-invention in 2022-2023. Stuff like Prince of Persia remake with weak animations needs to be gone, forever.This is good, i mean it. But Far Cry 6 needs to be something completely new, they can't make another Far Cry 5, NO, because we already have that game. It has to stand out, it has to be different, if it isn't, delay it already! And next wave of Ubisoft games needs to have complete re-invention in 2022-2023. Stuff like Prince of Persia remake with weak animations needs to be gone, forever. None of that anymore. Valhalla is first good step into the future of Ubisoft, it's really well done game, but now things need to go even further. Really DEEPLY focus on writing, Valhalla is good, go even more deep! Invest more into your products, you have good directors, give them all the freedom the need! I know you can make good stuff, you have done it past, you can do it again, i really believe it.
    I believe in you Ubisoft, because i have really liked some of your games (AC 4 Black Flag, AC Unity (after patches obviously), Far Cry 3 and even some Ghost Recon Games, even Watch Dogs 1 was good, even tho it wasn't perfect. I would hate to see you go down like this. What you did in 2019 is unforgivable, but every company messes up at times, In fact all your games have better writing than Fallout 4 or Fallout 76, not that it's good comparison, but just saying. But you need to take Rockstar as your inspiration and i feel, in a way you already do. That's good! Just focus on quality, fix more bugs before release and just do good games. That's all it takes. I'm so far loving Valhalla and i have high hopes for Far Cry 6 and future of Ubisoft, Please don't let me and all your fans down!    … Expand
  78. Tom-1596
    Nov 23, 2020
    2
    Honest review. The gameplay sucks!
    Nothing like the other games from the franchise. New looting system isn’t great for AC. The storyline could be better and conversations shorter. Cant count how many times I fell asleep during the game. Real sad to see the hype around it.
  79. Bloodhammer99
    Nov 23, 2020
    0
    Only liked by graphics nerds or people who don't understand gaming. The gameplay is VERY boring, it has the same mechanics we have already seen used a thousand times. People who want an actual game will hate it. So many delusional idiots giving it 10/10s smh.
  80. miles_to_go
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    I have strong feeling some people lie, so they could justify giving extremely low score. There's no way these people are "Assassin's Creed" fans. Valhalla has been very enjoyable so far, i'm impressed with graphics, but also soundtrack. Just this main menu music alone might be one of the best they have done. Of course Black Flag had different vibe and i like both games music equally.
  81. EleaticStranger
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    I've completed about 25% of the main story. It's still premature to write a proper review, which I'll do in time, but for now, let me just say that Valhalla is truly a labor of love that longtime fans of AC will cherish. It's a beautiful game. There are many innovations and many refinements of conventional AC ideas and mechanics. There are minor glitches that will be resolved in patches,I've completed about 25% of the main story. It's still premature to write a proper review, which I'll do in time, but for now, let me just say that Valhalla is truly a labor of love that longtime fans of AC will cherish. It's a beautiful game. There are many innovations and many refinements of conventional AC ideas and mechanics. There are minor glitches that will be resolved in patches, but nothing that compromises the flow and enjoyment of the game. I put about 400 hours into Odyssey, and I expect to do the same with Valhalla. I couldn't be happier.… Expand
  82. GG999
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Overall i'm happy with the game. Valhalla offers actually way more than i expected, but i didn't really know what to expect. I had no idea they make two maps, one for Norway and one for England. I didn't know you get skillpoints constantly and 2 every time. Hood and hidden blade / one shot assassination is back, that i knew, but it works well. As fan of this series i enjoy it a lot. MaybeOverall i'm happy with the game. Valhalla offers actually way more than i expected, but i didn't really know what to expect. I had no idea they make two maps, one for Norway and one for England. I didn't know you get skillpoints constantly and 2 every time. Hood and hidden blade / one shot assassination is back, that i knew, but it works well. As fan of this series i enjoy it a lot. Maybe someone who has never played these games would have hard time understanding what it is exactly, idk.… Expand
  83. Final78
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Some people are way too harsh on it, like woah. "Combat wasn't perfect, i had some bugs, few missions were boring BOOM HERE'S YOUR ZERO OUT OF 10". That's ridiculous.
    Yeah it's not perfect, so what? 99% of games aren't, deal with it or get new hobby. Overall it's still one of the better gaming experiences i have had in 2020. At least it feels like solid Assassin's Creed entry, unlike    Some people are way too harsh on it, like woah. "Combat wasn't perfect, i had some bugs, few missions were boring BOOM HERE'S YOUR ZERO OUT OF 10". That's ridiculous.
    Yeah it's not perfect, so what? 99% of games aren't, deal with it or get new hobby. Overall it's still one of the better gaming experiences i have had in 2020. At least it feels like solid Assassin's Creed entry, unlike Odyssey. Not just that, it's overall pretty good game.    … Expand
  84. Bloom345
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    I love this game, sue me.............................................................................................
  85. Greg67
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Positives:
    graphics
    sound
    main character
    story
    side content
    open world
    Negatives:
    some bugs, nothing crazy
  86. flowoftime
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Very good so far. Story is nice enough, way better than Odyssey. Combat is okay, graphics are fantastic.
  87. songofice
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Combat is perfectly fine, in fact way better than Odyssey's combat. I feel like some people just watched some youtube channel whining about combat and now just act like it's fact. No it's not. And to say worst combat in series? That's complete nonsense! AC 1 till 3 combat was absolute trash. It got better with 4, but that was still a bit simple. Unity had very good combat. Syndicate wasCombat is perfectly fine, in fact way better than Odyssey's combat. I feel like some people just watched some youtube channel whining about combat and now just act like it's fact. No it's not. And to say worst combat in series? That's complete nonsense! AC 1 till 3 combat was absolute trash. It got better with 4, but that was still a bit simple. Unity had very good combat. Syndicate was "different" to say the least, but still fine. Odyssey was way over the the top. Valhalla is finally back to normal. Whoever says that Valhalla has worst combat in the series has not played previous games, i'm saying that as hardcore Assassin's Creed fan who has finished all the game multiple times and played these games constantly past 8 years.… Expand
  88. BrokenGlass
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    PC version is great, PS4Pro version looks good enough as well, it's fun game, i'm not sure what's with endless whining or that's how metacritic has always been? Whatever, would recommend if you like AC series. If you have never played AC games before, watch some gameplay before buying.
  89. Khriptulo
    Nov 23, 2020
    0
    El peor juego de la saga completa. Se ve que lo hicieron en un increible Rush. El nivel de los gráficos en comparación con otros juegos de la saga y otros juegos del momento es Horrible. La jugabilidad es un desastre. Jugándolo en un Ps4 Pro, se siente siempre Laggeado, lleno de bugs. Además de que sin siquiera haber salido ya estaban vendiendo un Dlc (Es decir que ni siquiera se tomaronEl peor juego de la saga completa. Se ve que lo hicieron en un increible Rush. El nivel de los gráficos en comparación con otros juegos de la saga y otros juegos del momento es Horrible. La jugabilidad es un desastre. Jugándolo en un Ps4 Pro, se siente siempre Laggeado, lleno de bugs. Además de que sin siquiera haber salido ya estaban vendiendo un Dlc (Es decir que ni siquiera se tomaron el tiempo de completar el juego, para venderte un “Supuesto contenido adicional” que realmente era parte del juego original (Que está incompleto).

    Las mecánicas de movimiento del personaje se sientes forzadas, la movilidad y acción en las peleas es malísima. Y si encima agregas que tienes una barra de Stamina que cuando se acaba no se llena sola, sino que tienes que recibir o dar golpes para recargarla, total estupidez. La visión de Asesino (Vision de Odin como lo llaman ahora), no dura prácticamente nada activa, solo aparece y se desvanece sin siquiera darte la oportunidad de ver tu entorno, la vista desde el Cuervo (ave) a penas logra notar a los objetivos en el suelo, es mejor ni usarla (Una pena compararla con la del Aguila en AC Origins).

    Literalmente la peor Asssassins Creed de toda la saga, ni siquiera Unity fue tan mala. Básicamente quisieron tomar lo mejor de todas las Ac pasadas y ponerlo en una sola, (Barcos, Vision de Aguila, Vision de asesino, mecánicas de pelea de Ac Odysea y Origins, Usar la Hermandad como en Brotherhood) pero se siente como que no se detuvieron a completar nada, solo pusieron un monton de cosas incompletas en el juego.

    Una pena que hayan hecho tremendo disparate, para un fan de la saga.    … Expand
  90. Absolutlover
    Nov 22, 2020
    6
    Worst combat in the series. Also worst parkour and traversal. The two gameplay mechanics are completely broken. Everything else is fine.
  91. Jhdjyu7
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    I have heard some people whine about combat, i personally don't understand these complaints, to me it feels solid. Overall very cool AC game.
  92. Plastic389
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Pretty nice game, even tho it takes like 3 hours to get to England, but it's worth it. Norway is also beautiful.
  93. Mangyst92
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Best assassin after black flag. I really like vikings time. This game gives atmosphere of vikings saga. Thanks
  94. some_review
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    Perfect fun game to play until Cyberpunk comes out, there's not much else to play anyway and this one actually makes me going back even after 20 hours. Graphics are very nice, but it's best to play this on PS4Pro.
  95. RDR100
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Decent writing, cool enough characters, beautiful graphics, big open world and hidden blade is back!
  96. Bloodborne233
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    Not bad at all, specially compared to 2018's Odyssey. Valhalla has actually some decent depth and more times it's enjoyable than not. I'm not saying it's perfect, no it's not, but it's solid comeback that i wasn't even ready for. More of this and even deeper next time!
  97. SoundoftheSun
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    Assassin's Creed is back and better than ever!

    Graphics - 9.8 / 10
    Story - 8 / 10
    Gameplay - 9 / 10
    World design VS previous game - 9.5 / 10
    Music - 9 / 10
    Conclusion: 9 / 10
  98. GoldenGabbage
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Main story is surprisingly good and so are side activities. After Odyssey that was pretty terrible and i had me expectations really low, because i wasn't honestly expecting anything good anymore. This one really surprised me. Open world has also so much better design than Odyssey. More and more i play it, it's not even average, Valhalla is one one best in the series!
  99. MedAllion
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Very enjoyable Assassin's Creed entry, i almost gave up after Odyssey because it just got boring. It had nice graphics for 2018, but story was lame and it had too much grinding. But Valhalla turns this ship around completely. Grinding is gone, older AC elements are back, map design is so much better than Odyssey, story is solid, voice acting is good. Would very much recommend trying this!
  100. donMyrmi
    Nov 22, 2020
    2
    Sure, this game packs a lot of promise. But on its current stage it's unplayable, with a major, massive, stupidly silly bug the blocks progression quite early in the game.official workaround - restarting the game is not an option for me. Until fixed - can't give more than 2/10
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80

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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