Assassin's Creed Valhalla

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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 2867 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 337 out of 2867
  3. Negative: 679 out of 2867
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  1. Baharoth
    Nov 18, 2020
    4
    It would be a good game if it ended after 30h and its story was more relevant. It is a bloated and uninspired grind game.
  2. Dont4get2wipe77
    Nov 18, 2020
    9
    Great fun, love the setting and Saxon England looks great. The time period they chose is an interesting one too. Exactly what I wanted out of a big, open worlder to be fair. Loads to do to keep you entertained and it's single player so you don't have to deal with anyone else which is nice. It's not quite the witcher 3 but I think it's great for whatever that's worth.
  3. Progern19
    Nov 18, 2020
    0
    Definitely one of the best AC games in a while. At least, we have the Brotherhood back with a vast amount of quests and interesting dialogues. Secondly, the whole raid to evolve system is amazing. However, the game has a decent amount of bugs, which do not affect the gameplay, just the impressions. I would strongly say that this is a 9/10 compared to Odyssey (a decent RPG, not an AC gameDefinitely one of the best AC games in a while. At least, we have the Brotherhood back with a vast amount of quests and interesting dialogues. Secondly, the whole raid to evolve system is amazing. However, the game has a decent amount of bugs, which do not affect the gameplay, just the impressions. I would strongly say that this is a 9/10 compared to Odyssey (a decent RPG, not an AC game at all) and Origins (first attempt to make an RPG from AC)… Expand
  4. slavigrad
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    I like the settings of Norway and England, the raidings, social stealth is back, combat system with dual wielding weapons is fun and so is treasure hunting.
    I also like the fantasy-like atmosphere with dark forests, fogs, ruins, curses... I needed a game that I just have fun. I do not need anything spectacular or original or ground-breaking. Just pure fun. I enjoyed Ghost of Tsushima and    I like the settings of Norway and England, the raidings, social stealth is back, combat system with dual wielding weapons is fun and so is treasure hunting.
    I also like the fantasy-like atmosphere with dark forests, fogs, ruins, curses... I needed a game that I just have fun. I do not need anything spectacular or original or ground-breaking. Just pure fun. I enjoyed Ghost of Tsushima and now I am enjoying AC: Valhalla. The bugs will be fixed, but they are not ruining the fun factor (like it was in GR: Breakpoint).    … Expand
  5. LuckyDozen
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    Very beautiful and atmospheric game. Many new game mechanics and slightly improved side quests all make this game amazing. Minor technical issues could not spoil my personal game experience. Highly recommend!
  6. medal_of_honor
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Been playing over 30 hours and i absolutely love it so far, would recommend to anyone who likes big open world games.
  7. SSD74
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    If This games doesn't get absolutely any "The Game Awards" nominations, i might leave gaming forever. Like i wouldn't even care anymore at that point, because it would be biggest injustice in history of gaming, ever. This is game is great and i absolutely don't care, if some people don't understand that. If they actually think 6 hours long spider-man miles morales is worth that nominationIf This games doesn't get absolutely any "The Game Awards" nominations, i might leave gaming forever. Like i wouldn't even care anymore at that point, because it would be biggest injustice in history of gaming, ever. This is game is great and i absolutely don't care, if some people don't understand that. If they actually think 6 hours long spider-man miles morales is worth that nomination more, then that's just pathetic. I'm not saying spider-man don't deserve it, but leaving Valhalla completely out, while giving some short games spot JUST BECAUSE they are console exclusives is pathteic. Absolutelty pathetic. I'm not saying AC Valhalla needs to get "game of the year" nomination, i'm saying, give it ANY nomination. Music, art direction, best action / adventure game, ANYTHING. It doesn't even have to win, just nomination would be enough. I have been gaming over 10 years, it's my biggest passion and hobby and if this game gets no nominations i might just give up gaming. Literally any joy i feel from gaming would be gone and it would be gone because i would know that i'm part of community that doesn't understand greatness. But hopefully it gets some nominations, i'm really hopeful, because i have some faith left in this community, not much, but still, some.… Expand
  8. themiracle
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Extremely fun game, if you actually know what you are doing. If you are used to linear games that tell you what to do at every second then don't even try AC Valhalla, it's clearly not for you. This games focuses on fact that YOU will explore the world, YOU will make YOUR own journey. If you don't like these kinds of games, there's no point trying it.
  9. days2934
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    This game is very good, but i bet many people wont understand that, if they don't want to go deep with it. It's honestly sad to see that gaming landscape has become so weak and only boring and extremely simple games like spider-man: miles morales or demon's souls get attention, while games like Assassin's Creed Valhalla where you actually need to think get pushed aside. It's largely sonyThis game is very good, but i bet many people wont understand that, if they don't want to go deep with it. It's honestly sad to see that gaming landscape has become so weak and only boring and extremely simple games like spider-man: miles morales or demon's souls get attention, while games like Assassin's Creed Valhalla where you actually need to think get pushed aside. It's largely sony fanboys fault. People are literally discussing on youtube, if last of us 2 should win game of the year awards, while it was one of the weakest linear story simulators of 2020. It's just sad, but whatever, true gamers will keep enjoying good games that have actual depth.… Expand
  10. Natedog1985
    Nov 17, 2020
    0
    I love the assasins creed series. Played and beat everyone except for Rogue. This is the absolute buggies POS Ubisoft has ever tried to pawn off. Unplayable. The game LITERALLY glitches every few minutes, whether it won't let you move or forces have of your character into the dirt causing you to glitch every few seconds. Come on Ubisoft. I wouldve rather waited until you had all the bugsI love the assasins creed series. Played and beat everyone except for Rogue. This is the absolute buggies POS Ubisoft has ever tried to pawn off. Unplayable. The game LITERALLY glitches every few minutes, whether it won't let you move or forces have of your character into the dirt causing you to glitch every few seconds. Come on Ubisoft. I wouldve rather waited until you had all the bugs worked out than burn 60$ on this crap. Dont buy this game until they update it. You WONT be able to do all the side missions. I was playing thus on my stream and we all had a laugh over the bugs but if im alone trying to enjoy it, I want to throw the game out in the street.… Expand
  11. qkqhqu
    Nov 17, 2020
    5
    Please buy at discount time. Dont buy at full price. Too buggy, too boring, too repetitive etc
  12. wakeboardjake
    Nov 17, 2020
    1
    This game is absolutely TERRIBLE. Do yourself a favor and play more of Odyssey as that was a far superior game. My list of complaints and concessions is as follows:
    1. The fighting is jumpy, unsynchronized, and does not feel polished at all. And what is even the point of a shield given the parry mechanic?
    2. The voice acting for the female Eivor is super disappointing. Switched to the    This game is absolutely TERRIBLE. Do yourself a favor and play more of Odyssey as that was a far superior game. My list of complaints and concessions is as follows:
    1. The fighting is jumpy, unsynchronized, and does not feel polished at all. And what is even the point of a shield given the parry mechanic?
    2. The voice acting for the female Eivor is super disappointing. Switched to the Male Eivor and at least his accent sounds more natural and not as forced.
    3. The loot system is a HUGE bummer. I much prefer being able to switch out a huge variety of weapons like in Odyssey and not have to level up a single weapon. Maybe the endgame is different but 40 hours in and I have decided not to waste my time going further.
    4. The skill system is better. I gave the score a 1 because of that.
    5. Story is okay, I did not finish it so from the 40 hour mark on I'm not sure if it maybe resolves into something super satisfying but I'm writing this review now because I'm upset with this Assassin's Creed offering and think they can do way better.    … Expand
  13. Irji88
    Nov 17, 2020
    0
    Typical ubisoft crap that has nothing to do with assasins. The plot is shallow, the combat is clunky and cartoonish with only one finishing animation for each type of characters. If you want good viking stories just go finish all the Skellige side quest inthe Witcher 3. Please don't buy the game, don't encourage them to produce the garbage over and over again using the good names of Assasins.
  14. HonestOpinion55
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Been fan of AC series for 5-6 years and this is one of the better games they have made. Odyssey has nothing on it. Would recommend.
  15. FaltenRock
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Great game overall, best played on a next gen consoles or decent Graphic cards
  16. summerisbetter
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Why so many negative reviews? Yeah there are some bugs, but overall it's one of the best games i have played from 2020 lineup. Just cause you have some problems with game doesn't automatically mean you have to give it 0 okay? Or these could be stereotypical tasteless Ubisoft haters who crawl out from their cave every time Ubisoft releases hit game. Either way i don't personally care evenWhy so many negative reviews? Yeah there are some bugs, but overall it's one of the best games i have played from 2020 lineup. Just cause you have some problems with game doesn't automatically mean you have to give it 0 okay? Or these could be stereotypical tasteless Ubisoft haters who crawl out from their cave every time Ubisoft releases hit game. Either way i don't personally care even slightly if anyone hates this game, because it's very good and absolutely no hate can take that fact away. I'm planning to play this whole 2021, because Ireland dlc will add even more content.… Expand
  17. Dem0nhuntr
    Nov 17, 2020
    5
    This game suffers from a very serious delay in inputs and timing in combat. I booted up odyssey just to compare, and for sure combat is absolute **** in this game. The story is awesome so far, but the terrible combat is killing the game for me. Put a pin in it and buy it later on sale
  18. Jamelgo44
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    Aporta muchas mejoras comparado con su antecesor. Sin llegar a ser un titulo perfecto, sabe cautivar con el estilo vikingo de saqueos, banquetes y ambiciones. Devolviendo un poco la esencia de pasados Assassins. En resumen, un titulo que disfrutaran mas los fans de los ultimos juegos, que los fans de siempre, aunque en mi caso, siendo fan desde el primero, lo estoy disfrutando y mucho.
  19. AfroDigits
    Nov 17, 2020
    1
    The game is boring and just like every other game before it. The game is to dark to even play on ps4. I don't recommend buying this game.
  20. mishamavashi
    Nov 17, 2020
    0
    the most tolerant Vikings in history who do not kill do not rob but only love and respect everyone, gay Vikings, lesbian Vikings, transgender Vikings, 10 sjw agenda of 10
  21. Xvatch
    Nov 17, 2020
    0
    Combat is terrible, legit the worst I've ever seen it and is worse than many of other lesser known games. Little to zero collision and the graphics aren't that great at all
  22. kaltunakar2
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Perfectttttttttt..i love ittttttt....it iş just like vikimgs tv seriessss..
  23. Derrisa
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    Loving the game so far, nevertheless and I am not sure of the reason why but (maybe it is the landscapes, or maybe the theme in general, a personal preference) I enjoyed Odyssey much more! Not saying Valhalla is a bad game, I am very fond of every aspect Valhalla offers, but boy I miss Odyssey, and I will replay it sooner or later (probably same for Valhalla). Highly recommended! :)
  24. ontheroadagain
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    It actually kinda sucks that Assassin's Creed fans are usually intelligent people who don't care even slightly about websites like this, so they never even come here. That sucks because now all trolls can just give 0's to this and nobody fights back. Every "Assassin's Creed Valhalla tips and tricks" video on youtube has thousands, sometimes 100 000's of views, where are all these peopleIt actually kinda sucks that Assassin's Creed fans are usually intelligent people who don't care even slightly about websites like this, so they never even come here. That sucks because now all trolls can just give 0's to this and nobody fights back. Every "Assassin's Creed Valhalla tips and tricks" video on youtube has thousands, sometimes 100 000's of views, where are all these people here? None of them come here.… Expand
  25. Accept
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    This kind of review bombing should be illegal, i'm serious. Reviews that only say "they censored my version" and give 0 out of 10 should never be counted to overall score. It's so stupid system and makes no sense. It's very good Assassin's Creed game.
  26. Hexacon
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    Been playing 40 hours and everything is good so far. I prefer absolutely every detail in this one over Odyssey. Big improvement!
  27. adbal0987
    Nov 17, 2020
    0
    I can't understand why include all Asia players in Japanese censorship.
    Players in Taiwan need the version without censoring.
  28. Twon3000
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    Been playing about 30 hrs now, absolutely love the game love the combat and it literally feels like a game of thrones or maybe last kingdom series. They made one hell of a Viking game for sure. Thank you Ubisoft.
  29. ulerMaidDandere
    Nov 17, 2020
    0
    - Quick save often Corrupt
    - Crash often
    - Too many graphical glitch - No replayability - Assault mode is just part of story, not gameplay mechanism - Alliance is just part of story, not gameplay mechanism - Jomsviking is just skin for your soldier - Settlement Builder and upgrade is just part of story, you cannot create your own settlement - boss battle is limited, no random    - Quick save often Corrupt
    - Crash often
    - Too many graphical glitch
    - No replayability
    - Assault mode is just part of story, not gameplay mechanism
    - Alliance is just part of story, not gameplay mechanism
    - Jomsviking is just skin for your soldier
    - Settlement Builder and upgrade is just part of story, you cannot create your own settlement
    - boss battle is limited, no random generated boss encounter like in previous game
    - no loot system, everything is one loot, no item respawn, not like in previous game
    - 60 hours story is just filler

    If you want to play it, just wait for big discount or as free games, not worth every penny. Odyssey is far more good than this.    … Expand
  30. Iceberg91
    Nov 17, 2020
    8
    Ottimo gioco tanti contenuti buona giocabilità a parte l ia dei nemici rivedibile storia molto interessante peccato che tecnicamente ci sia notevole differenza tra la versione oldgen e la versione next gen nel complesso il migliore della nuova trilogia
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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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