Assassin's Creed II

 Xbox 360
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  1. NickS
    Dec 6, 2009
    10
    Absolutely breath-taking, stunning, and engrossing. A must-play.
  2. reepermanx
    Jan 14, 2010
    10
    Unbeleivable scope and ambition by the dev team. just about pulled off. Only critisism is that is goes on a bit too long and there is too much to do. This may be a good thing though for many palyers.
  3. JBell
    Jan 3, 2010
    10
    Assassin's Creed II is a breathtakingly beautiful game which raises the bar for sandbox-style gameplay. The gameplay and design tie in perfectly, and the Renaissance-era Italian setting is refreshing and startlingly detailed. An outstanding improvement over the flawed perfection that was the original Assassin's Creed, this second instalment in the franchise is easy to recommend Assassin's Creed II is a breathtakingly beautiful game which raises the bar for sandbox-style gameplay. The gameplay and design tie in perfectly, and the Renaissance-era Italian setting is refreshing and startlingly detailed. An outstanding improvement over the flawed perfection that was the original Assassin's Creed, this second instalment in the franchise is easy to recommend to anyone and will keep you entertained for weeks to come.… Expand
  4. ByronW
    Jan 5, 2010
    10
    This is a must buy! but the only problem for me is the difficulty. It is waay too easy, to carry 15 health potions around is ridiculous if you die in combat in AC2.....shame on you
  5. BrienH
    Jan 6, 2010
    10
    The characters are compelling, the story engrossing, and the gameplay addictive. On top of that, the campaign is deep, replay value well-stocked, and graphics/sound are 1st rate. The only reason you may not love this game is that platforming can sometimes be frustratingly inaccurate, but just a little patience goes a LONG way with enjoying the game overall.
  6. ChristianO
    Nov 23, 2009
    10
    Simply put... The Greatest Video Game of All Time. The 'critics' either do not have a clue what they are talking about or they need to find some imagination and wonder from somewhere. I honestly feel sorry for them if they cannot see the endless beauty in this magnificent 'game.' Astonishing.
  7. JoshG.
    Dec 1, 2009
    10
    Blows the previous entry out of the water in every single way. Mainly the problem I had with the first game was the repetitiveness... AC2 if anything is not repetitive and it completely and totally blew me away.
  8. NickH
    Nov 17, 2009
    10
    It is in every way a step up from the original, the missions are more engaging and varied, and the combat is richer and over the top (in a good way). In fact, if there weren't so many other great games that have come out this year I would give this game of the year hands down. Get this game.
  9. AlexW.
    Nov 22, 2009
    10
    I played the first one and it was great for the first two hours... then it became repetitive and boring. I never finished it. However, Assassin's Creed II is absolutely amazing. I literrally played this game 12 hours straight and not once did it feel boring or repetitive. Venice is without a doubt one of the most beautiful cities in real life and this game manages to recreate it I played the first one and it was great for the first two hours... then it became repetitive and boring. I never finished it. However, Assassin's Creed II is absolutely amazing. I literrally played this game 12 hours straight and not once did it feel boring or repetitive. Venice is without a doubt one of the most beautiful cities in real life and this game manages to recreate it perfectly. One you climb on a tower in the center of Venice and look around you will be breathless.… Expand
  10. TalhaA
    Nov 23, 2009
    10
    This is what the first game should've been its so diverse in terms of mission structure and a great introduction to investigate inside the tombs just love the prince of persia feeling in to the gameplay. You actually care about the main character thanks and the first 2 hours is very interesting.
  11. EstebanDuart
    Nov 26, 2009
    10
    At first I thought I thought the first Assassin's Creed was a good game but I after playing this and seeing how it has improved in the every way I would go as far as to say Assassin's Creed 2 has been my favorite game of the whole year.
  12. DanielS
    Nov 30, 2009
    10
    This is a fantastic game, worthy of a place in any gamer's collection. I've played both versions of this game, and they are just about equal. The PS3 version does have some graphical issue such as bluriness and the controls aren't as well-suited for this type of game as the 360's are. The 360 version does have some slower loading times though. All in all, they are This is a fantastic game, worthy of a place in any gamer's collection. I've played both versions of this game, and they are just about equal. The PS3 version does have some graphical issue such as bluriness and the controls aren't as well-suited for this type of game as the 360's are. The 360 version does have some slower loading times though. All in all, they are nearly equal but it shouldn't matter because it won't ruin the experience for anyone. Final words: play this game!… Expand
  13. Gary
    Dec 21, 2009
    10
    Improvement on the original in every single way. I have not been this engrossed in a game since Bioshock. Not only is the gameplay top notch, but the writing, voice acting, and environment are also extremely well done. My favorite part of this game is probably the story. The story hits that perfect balance between being complicated while also being well put together and understandable. Improvement on the original in every single way. I have not been this engrossed in a game since Bioshock. Not only is the gameplay top notch, but the writing, voice acting, and environment are also extremely well done. My favorite part of this game is probably the story. The story hits that perfect balance between being complicated while also being well put together and understandable. Most games when attempting a complex story end up with a incoherent mess, but this is not the case with AC2. I highly recommend this game. A note to anyone interested in this game though, you must play AC1 first otherwise the story will make no sense whatsoever.… Expand
  14. ErickO
    Dec 2, 2009
    10
    An incredible game with such spectacular visuals and improvements to everything that was Assassin's Creed 1. Repetitiveness has been thrown out the window, now giving you story missions to take up when you choose to, and the free roaming for your pleasure. Pickpocketing, races and information gathering are all now mini-quests, not needed to continue the story. And speaking of the An incredible game with such spectacular visuals and improvements to everything that was Assassin's Creed 1. Repetitiveness has been thrown out the window, now giving you story missions to take up when you choose to, and the free roaming for your pleasure. Pickpocketing, races and information gathering are all now mini-quests, not needed to continue the story. And speaking of the story, impeccable improvements. The first was a prototype for a new IP, and the second installment refined it to it's peak. Addicting and enthralling, I recommend it to everyone.… Expand
  15. SeanF
    Nov 17, 2009
    10
    An enormous improvement over the original, everything is better from the graphics, to the gameplay and sound. Hugely reccomended for anyone even slightly interested in video games, and an absolute must have for anyone with a console. Easily in the top 5 Action/Adventure games of all time and a clear forerunner for game of the year.
  16. gonzalon
    Nov 17, 2009
    10
    3 hours playing the game, all i can say is damn i have classes, i could happily be al the day playing the game, i loved the gameplay of the first one, now you have the same but with little improvements, i like the fact that is a fiction but take place in great parts of history, with great names, jesper kid keeps his great style in music, from gameplay music story i have nothing bad to 3 hours playing the game, all i can say is damn i have classes, i could happily be al the day playing the game, i loved the gameplay of the first one, now you have the same but with little improvements, i like the fact that is a fiction but take place in great parts of history, with great names, jesper kid keeps his great style in music, from gameplay music story i have nothing bad to say, but good job ubisoft… Expand
  17. MiguelR
    Nov 17, 2009
    10
    Assassin's Creed 2 delivered all that was promised by their creators. Anyone who played the game needs to admit that some quality time was spent by just looking at the scenery. The cities are so beautifully rendered, you just need to get in a view point and plan ahead which path to take for the other view point or just go randomly from roof to roof, streets or water. The music chosen Assassin's Creed 2 delivered all that was promised by their creators. Anyone who played the game needs to admit that some quality time was spent by just looking at the scenery. The cities are so beautifully rendered, you just need to get in a view point and plan ahead which path to take for the other view point or just go randomly from roof to roof, streets or water. The music chosen for this game cannot be compared to any other; each song is perfectly implemented into the story and game-play. The eagle vision looks amazing when you look at the sky and all the animations, day/night cycle, and counter moves are performed flawlessly. I could write a 20 page-essay just describing how good this game is, but I leave it for you to decide.… Expand
  18. JoshThiel
    Nov 23, 2009
    10
    Take the first game, although borrowing ideas still groundbreaking, and multiply it times 10. This game offers a variety form the simple follow this person, do this quest. It also offers you the chance to build up an old rundown area and gain money from it. It's got classic RPG elements and then continues to make the Assassin experience that much better. A great game and something Take the first game, although borrowing ideas still groundbreaking, and multiply it times 10. This game offers a variety form the simple follow this person, do this quest. It also offers you the chance to build up an old rundown area and gain money from it. It's got classic RPG elements and then continues to make the Assassin experience that much better. A great game and something anyone who is a fan of the Action/RPG or Adventure genre should give a try.… Expand
  19. DJH
    Nov 23, 2009
    10
    Do not buy this game, if you have ANY desire to keep your social life intact. Once inserted into your console, you will not leave your house for days. If the incredible scenery, backed by beautiful graphics, doesn't keep you hooked. The excellent, creative and challenging gameplay will. If you still don't heed my warning; Good luck! You're going to need it.
  20. SeanB.
    Nov 24, 2009
    10
    This game is simply one of the best I have ever played. From start to finish, it is full of a fresh variety of activities and action. Each mission becomes memorable for their own distinct flavor and style, partially for the way you accomplish your goal, and party for the script that directs the events around you. Finally, the game has one of the best narratives I have ever encountered. As This game is simply one of the best I have ever played. From start to finish, it is full of a fresh variety of activities and action. Each mission becomes memorable for their own distinct flavor and style, partially for the way you accomplish your goal, and party for the script that directs the events around you. Finally, the game has one of the best narratives I have ever encountered. As a book, it would be stellar, New York Times Bestseller. As a movie, it would be one that people would talk about for decades. As a game, it sets a new bar. With a beginning full of emotion, wit, and realism, to an ending that satisfies my needs for closure and consistency, this game blew me away.… Expand
  21. LuisH
    Nov 24, 2009
    10
    The target: a corrupt templar monk hiding in his own private monastery in the Tuscan countryside. I entered the monastery's courtyard, my eagle vision id'ing the guards hidden in monk robs, I approached a group of four monks and waited. Moments later, the target approached me, while engaged on a lively conversation with a pier. Death was delivered with my double hidden blade, The target: a corrupt templar monk hiding in his own private monastery in the Tuscan countryside. I entered the monastery's courtyard, my eagle vision id'ing the guards hidden in monk robs, I approached a group of four monks and waited. Moments later, the target approached me, while engaged on a lively conversation with a pier. Death was delivered with my double hidden blade, taking out both the target and his companion through the throat. A quick smoke bomb later, I sprinted to my horse and fled the scene. After two decades of playing video games, that was one of my top 5 moments ever. I wished I had captured it on video. I love this game. Buy it.… Expand
  22. LukasM
    Dec 19, 2009
    10
    Amazing game. Just feels so real. My brother walked by as I was playing and he said that it looked so real that he thought it was a movie at first. (and he is a gamer as well) just a beautifully made game, really polished. great story and great scale. It makes you feel as if you are really in italy, and is much more exciting than the first AC. the replay value is WAY better than the other Amazing game. Just feels so real. My brother walked by as I was playing and he said that it looked so real that he thought it was a movie at first. (and he is a gamer as well) just a beautifully made game, really polished. great story and great scale. It makes you feel as if you are really in italy, and is much more exciting than the first AC. the replay value is WAY better than the other one, im going to play this one for months and months!… Expand
  23. LongHaired
    Dec 21, 2009
    10
    Unlike a lot of people i loved the first game so eagerly i bought this game, if there was any flaws in the last game, they're not there now. The new Italian theme really works and the fact that there are loads of twists and turns in the long and interesting storyline, if you don't like this, please go and seek help from a doctor.
  24. JoshuaH
    Dec 2, 2009
    10
    Great game that takes the framework of AC1, while getting rid of all the tediousness. Add in some gorgeous locations, and an excellent storyline, and this was the one game in my library capable of pulling me away from MW2
  25. JamesP
    Dec 25, 2009
    10
    This is the BEST game I have ever played. The plot, the combat system, everything is top notch but what really pushes this game over the edge is the historical and architecural accuracy. I feel like I should have skipped ARCH151 and just played this game, the amount of content is staggering, from the huge variety of classical painting to the many famous churches, palazzos and villas, I This is the BEST game I have ever played. The plot, the combat system, everything is top notch but what really pushes this game over the edge is the historical and architecural accuracy. I feel like I should have skipped ARCH151 and just played this game, the amount of content is staggering, from the huge variety of classical painting to the many famous churches, palazzos and villas, I really felt like I was exploring renaissance Italy.… Expand
  26. stevek
    Dec 6, 2009
    10
    this game is amazing and is a step up from the first one. there are many more things you are capable of and able to do without the annoying repetitiveness of the first one. just a heads up harry s. destructoid is included in the final score. do the math. 5547/61=90.09
  27. pupers
    Nov 17, 2009
    10
    The perfect sequel to an already awesome game. Everything has been improved and the story and content let me forget about time. I LOVE IT!
  28. DanielG
    Nov 17, 2009
    10
    This game improved everything and ever since it was announced I have been deathly excited for it, and it has lived up to my expectations. Perfectly Executed.
  29. CodyB
    Nov 18, 2009
    10
    I must say that I am completely surprised! I loved the first2 hours of the first one and absolutely loathed the remaining 8 hours. They have truly taken the faults of the 1st and fixed them. I have played this one for 6 hours straight and am cursing the fact that I have a job right now because I can't stop thinking about playing this game. I can't remember the last time a game I must say that I am completely surprised! I loved the first2 hours of the first one and absolutely loathed the remaining 8 hours. They have truly taken the faults of the 1st and fixed them. I have played this one for 6 hours straight and am cursing the fact that I have a job right now because I can't stop thinking about playing this game. I can't remember the last time a game had me at hello. The story is completely immersive, you get emotionally attached to the characters, and the gameplay is solid. The repetitiveness from the 1st is completely gone and every mission flows perfectly. I absolutely love how they have incorporated the many different mini puzzles with the cool little video clips that you are awarded with by solving the puzzle. Each video clip continues off of the last one to reveal "The truth". Quite addicting and massive. MUST BUY!… Expand
  30. CranstonP.
    Nov 18, 2009
    10
    I can't believe I am saying this, but this game has my vote for Game of the YEAR! I was reluctant to buy this based off the the horrible repetitiveness of the first one. I decided to take a gamble solely off of the reviews it was getting. Boy did it pay off! Jackpot! Just read the reviews of all of the critics and that will sum up beautifully how awesome this game is. I can't I can't believe I am saying this, but this game has my vote for Game of the YEAR! I was reluctant to buy this based off the the horrible repetitiveness of the first one. I decided to take a gamble solely off of the reviews it was getting. Boy did it pay off! Jackpot! Just read the reviews of all of the critics and that will sum up beautifully how awesome this game is. I can't put the controller down.... well except to type this review.… Expand
  31. A.B.
    Nov 18, 2009
    10
    What is "Meristation" talking about. This is nothing like the first one. It's almost like this is a totally different game with the same skin. People, I am the most critical person when it comes to games. I rarely play anything but sports and racing games. This game rocks. Yes, the first 2 hours are slow, but once you get to the part where you escort your mom and sis out of the city, What is "Meristation" talking about. This is nothing like the first one. It's almost like this is a totally different game with the same skin. People, I am the most critical person when it comes to games. I rarely play anything but sports and racing games. This game rocks. Yes, the first 2 hours are slow, but once you get to the part where you escort your mom and sis out of the city, this game completely opens up and is completely ADDICTING!. If you like ANY kinds of video games, this is a must buy and must play. Prepare to give up time in your life to play this.… Expand
  32. MnFlaco
    Nov 24, 2009
    10
    Grand Theft Gondola is a fantastic game
  33. BrettA
    Dec 11, 2009
    10
    This game was no let down. It had all the things a game needs to be fun, the combat was mainly untouched, they added stuff on to the already great system. Though the free runnung is what really seemed to have people raving about the first one and it is still great dispite the rare gliches in inside areas it was a great game. My only complants lie within the aforementioned free running This game was no let down. It had all the things a game needs to be fun, the combat was mainly untouched, they added stuff on to the already great system. Though the free runnung is what really seemed to have people raving about the first one and it is still great dispite the rare gliches in inside areas it was a great game. My only complants lie within the aforementioned free running complant, the fact the charater modles and lipsyncing weren't the best and that they got rid of the beggers (yes) to replace them with the buskers. All in all it was a great game and my vote for game of the year!… Expand
  34. Human
    Sep 21, 2010
    10
    I loved everything about this game. Everything. The story is great and has different levels to it since there is a present and past storyline to follow, the creepy puzzles you find in the game world are amazing, the combat is good, and climbing is as fun as the first game. An improvement over the first in every possible way. You kind of need to play the first game in order to understandI loved everything about this game. Everything. The story is great and has different levels to it since there is a present and past storyline to follow, the creepy puzzles you find in the game world are amazing, the combat is good, and climbing is as fun as the first game. An improvement over the first in every possible way. You kind of need to play the first game in order to understand everything though, because it doesn't explain or recap anything that happened in the first game.… Expand
  35. TheGerbil
    Sep 25, 2010
    10
    This game is awesome. It is the best game of 2009 alongside Uncharted and Arkam Asylum. Ubisoft have improved upon everything that was bad about the first game!!!
  36. BubbaHito
    Nov 27, 2010
    10
    Among the 5 greatest games released this decade, easily. This masterpiece sits next to other venerable titles as Zelda: Twilight Princess and the COD: Modern Warfare games. The ambition of the game is off the scale, this title breathes a fresh blast of oxygen into the lungs of a genre that's taken a back seat in recent years - the single player experience. For my part, I received thisAmong the 5 greatest games released this decade, easily. This masterpiece sits next to other venerable titles as Zelda: Twilight Princess and the COD: Modern Warfare games. The ambition of the game is off the scale, this title breathes a fresh blast of oxygen into the lungs of a genre that's taken a back seat in recent years - the single player experience. For my part, I received this game as a Christmas gift in 2009 and it pretty much collected dust until Thanksgiving of 2010. When I started playing the game originally last year I was kind of put off by the game play outside of the sneaking and infiltration sequences (like building your new estate). But a good internet FAQ on the location of glyphs and all of the easter eggs very quickly turned this game into a 19 hour marathon when I came back to it a few days ago. I see now what Ubisoft was going for and I commend them for their ambition. I can see the future of this title headed closer into RPG territory (like the Fable series). This game is a must-get. I'm getting Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood.… Expand
  37. thunderCAT
    Nov 12, 2010
    10
    I love this game. It improves in every aspect over the first game with much better character development and storyline. AC2 offers a variety of new tools, weapons and techniques to dispatch targets in a variety of ways. The development team really hit the nail on the head this time around.
  38. Karthik7Nike
    Dec 15, 2010
    10
    Story: 10/10
    Presentation: 10/10
    Character Development: 10/10
    Gameplay: 9.5/10
    Graphics: 9/10
    Music: 10/10
    Sound: 9/10
    Replay Value: 7/10
    Achievements: 9/10
    (+2 point = Ezio, Terrific Character)
    (+2 point = WTF Ending)
    Total = 87.5/90
    Rating = 9.72/10 Result: Breathtaking Experience. Game of the Year. The Best Sequel Ever. Must-Play before you die.
  39. manic221
    Nov 16, 2010
    10
    I am in love with the Assassin's Creed series and this game didn't disappoint it is 100X better then it's predecessor and should have won GOTY last year EVERYONE should play this game! Played this just over a year ago now (when it came out) and it's sequel "Brotherhood" is on it's way to me and personally i can't wait to join Ezio and Desmond on another journey and a head scratching finale!
  40. thebigbusser
    Nov 24, 2010
    10
    This is the best game I have played on the current generation systems, hands down. The story kept me going, the side quests were awesome, and the main story itself blew me away. I can't say enough great things about this perfect game, so I'm going to stop here.
  41. claychastain
    Nov 25, 2010
    10
    This game is beautiful, engaging, and, most importantly, fun to play and explore. It's nearly the perfect action adventure game. Sure, there can be frustrations of a game with this kind of a scope, but what you're getting is hours of an interesting storyline and some of the game pacing and gameplay ever created in a video game. This game is one of the gems of this generation.
  42. Poseidonaskwhy
    Jan 31, 2011
    10
    **** the people who say that "the graphics are worse" or "THE ONLY REASON I LIKE THIS GAME IS BECAUSE OF THE GRAPHICS" since when does graphics make the game? The graphics are good for assassins creed 2. Its an amazing game in almost every aspect. I think the stories great, and how can there be "too much" in the game? Its like saying "I have all this money, But i dont want THAT much".**** the people who say that "the graphics are worse" or "THE ONLY REASON I LIKE THIS GAME IS BECAUSE OF THE GRAPHICS" since when does graphics make the game? The graphics are good for assassins creed 2. Its an amazing game in almost every aspect. I think the stories great, and how can there be "too much" in the game? Its like saying "I have all this money, But i dont want THAT much". This game is great and i stayed up through all hours of the night playing this. They fixed the repetitiveness alot. Every mission is fun to play, and the story is really good. If you havent played 1, its ok, you didnt really miss much and they do a good job at explaining the story in the beginning. GET THIS GAME… Expand
  43. huttjabbathe
    Jun 17, 2011
    10
    This is one of the most amazing games I've ever played, ever. They really improved the shortcomings that were present in the first game. This is just an outstanding game that I believe that everyone should at least rent if they haven't played it yet.
  44. DarkEnergon
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    A step up from the original in every possible way. Whereas ACI was a short, repetitive experience with only slight scrapings at any kind of tangible story, ACII is lengthy (20hrs for main story), varied, your character is heavily customisable and the number of ways in which you can play the game are multiplied vastly, and the story gets kicked up about ten notches, to the point where IA step up from the original in every possible way. Whereas ACI was a short, repetitive experience with only slight scrapings at any kind of tangible story, ACII is lengthy (20hrs for main story), varied, your character is heavily customisable and the number of ways in which you can play the game are multiplied vastly, and the story gets kicked up about ten notches, to the point where I finish wanting nothing but more Assassin's Creed. The art style is unique and beautiful, with every city having its own lively flare and a vastly greater size than your average open-worlder. The soundtrack is freaking amazing to the point where i found myself ceasing gameplay for minutes on end just to listen to the music, beautiful, inspiring and a real treat to listen to. The side missions are fun and the collectible items have been reduced to a sensible 100 (feathers), as opposed to the multitude of flags to collect in the original, however, you can only tell how many feather are left in each city, which means that if i've found 19/20 feathers in Florence (idk the actual amount of feathers, i'm just stating an example), there's nothing I can do but to scour the entire huge **** city to find that one **** feather, but the beauty of the cities easily detract from this, and I guarantee that searching for all 100 feathers isn't a task you'll tire of easily. The ending leaves a lot of questions answered and a lot more unanswered, leaving you waiting in anticipation for the next game (Brotherhood, which you'll find i've reviewed also). Overall, ACII slots itself snugly into my top 5 games of all time---Happy murdering :D… Expand
  45. xXRenTyrellXx
    Aug 23, 2011
    10
    Although it wasn't the sequel I was expecting, Assassin's Creed 2 as an amazing game, with beautiful visuals, excellent voice acting, great game play, and great story telling.
  46. ComedyKing20934
    Dec 18, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I felt like the game had okay graphics, not enough of a free fight like bman arkham city, glitches left and right, it also bugged me that when enemies died, they did a body jump, they like twitched or something, but still, its fun for how sneaky you can be, the details are spot on, and the more detailed costumes made it worth its price… Expand
  47. hydaway1
    Feb 6, 2012
    10
    I loved the first game, this increases on every level. Although I miss Altiar we get an amazing character that is funny and interesting. Better characters, better graphics and a city to renovate and armor upgrades, and so much more. I think is is the way sequels should be done. The NPCs are great still, you can swim and drive boats now, NPCs carry out on normal tasks like, driving boats,I loved the first game, this increases on every level. Although I miss Altiar we get an amazing character that is funny and interesting. Better characters, better graphics and a city to renovate and armor upgrades, and so much more. I think is is the way sequels should be done. The NPCs are great still, you can swim and drive boats now, NPCs carry out on normal tasks like, driving boats, playing gutiar, and more, the citys are again detailed and awesome (my favorite is Vience) Best AC (I still think this even in 2012)… Expand
  48. sjbn002
    Jul 15, 2013
    10
    El juego es muy bueno, historia, personajes, graficos, horas de diversion...lo unico que le agregaria seria un poco mas de dificultad (tanto en jefes como en misiones de busqueda)...
  49. Brad91ley
    Feb 22, 2012
    10
    easily the best game of the series (excluding revelations as i have not played that yet) the first game only impressed me so much as it was the first game i owned on ps3 but looking back now the story wasnt so good! this time though they got it so right with what i believe to be one of the greatest endings in a game yet! top notch play this and dont bother with brotherhood!
  50. happyslug
    Nov 11, 2012
    10
    This game is amazing. The level of detail is unbelievable. Great story, graphics and game play.

    However I did not think that at first - I am not alone in having trouble very early on during a level called Sibling Rivalry - there is a race - but in fact all you have to do is run forwards and straight up the side of a building. Very easy when you know how.
  51. JwGaming
    Apr 20, 2012
    10
    What makes AC2 so great is the fact how big it improved upon the first game: Better more interesting storyline, Improved and fast paced gameplay with lots of side quests rather than the main storyline, Likeable characters with excellent voice acting and great visuals, the ONLY downside i have with the game is the fact that the facial visuals are not the best other than that AC2 is my mostWhat makes AC2 so great is the fact how big it improved upon the first game: Better more interesting storyline, Improved and fast paced gameplay with lots of side quests rather than the main storyline, Likeable characters with excellent voice acting and great visuals, the ONLY downside i have with the game is the fact that the facial visuals are not the best other than that AC2 is my most Favorite game of this generation and possibly of all times!

    Visuals - 90/100
    Gameplay - 100/100
    Sound - 100/100
    Story - 100/100    … Expand
  52. TheSquirrel
    Aug 23, 2013
    10
    The game you wished the first was and more. Perfection of the free running elements as well as beautifully told storyline and incredible vistas. I have not yet played the third but I am warming myself up for disappointment, because there is really nowhere left to go after this, possibly the greatest game sequel of all time.
  53. LilD
    Jul 24, 2012
    10
    Any score below a 7 is absolutely asinine. The improvement is so substantial from the first that I wondered if this was even made by the same company. The environments are awesome, story is epic, main character really grows on you, and stealth kills have never been so much fun. This is tied for one of my favorite games this gen. So far, it blows the other AC games out of the water. CallingAny score below a 7 is absolutely asinine. The improvement is so substantial from the first that I wondered if this was even made by the same company. The environments are awesome, story is epic, main character really grows on you, and stealth kills have never been so much fun. This is tied for one of my favorite games this gen. So far, it blows the other AC games out of the water. Calling it a GTA clone is absolutely absurd and one critic review said that they were promised so much more. Are you on crystal meth?… Expand
  54. Garian
    Aug 8, 2012
    10
    Bioware took the greatness that was Assassin's Creed and created an epic second edition to the series, the new characters, the new story, it took Assassin's Creed to new heights, and it is a very memorable game.
  55. iKen
    Apr 13, 2020
    10
    Played on XBOX 360.
    Gameplay: AWESOME.
    Story: GREAT.
    Graphic: AWESOME.
    Music/Sound: GREAT.
    Dialogue/Voice Acting: AWESOME.
  56. SethyChan
    Oct 29, 2012
    10
    In my eyes, the best Assassin's Creed game that has been created. Glitches are minimum, and you deal with such little lag. Ezio Auditore is indeed one of the best characters to ever play as, his back story is such cleverly made, and a lot of sympathy is given to him because of all the problems he faces. The graphics are amazing, and the plot actually fits into Italian history. This is oneIn my eyes, the best Assassin's Creed game that has been created. Glitches are minimum, and you deal with such little lag. Ezio Auditore is indeed one of the best characters to ever play as, his back story is such cleverly made, and a lot of sympathy is given to him because of all the problems he faces. The graphics are amazing, and the plot actually fits into Italian history. This is one of Ubisoft's best games they have created, and is a credit to the gaming world.… Expand
  57. Viperspider
    Feb 8, 2013
    10
    A near perfect game. The only small flaw in the game is that after you get used to the combat it gets a bit easy (especially if you have Altair's sword), but this flaw is not enough to ruin the experience of the game IMO. Lots of side-quests and collectibles, great story and characters. I'm still playing it to this day. If you want a challenge in combat, fight a group of Brutes with onlyA near perfect game. The only small flaw in the game is that after you get used to the combat it gets a bit easy (especially if you have Altair's sword), but this flaw is not enough to ruin the experience of the game IMO. Lots of side-quests and collectibles, great story and characters. I'm still playing it to this day. If you want a challenge in combat, fight a group of Brutes with only your fists, great fun and very satisfying if you win. Its also fun to fight with a sweeping brush. Great game, only €15 on XBL. In my Top 5 games of all time.… Expand
  58. Compi24
    Jun 25, 2013
    10
    Taking nearly every element of its predecessor and elevating them exponentially, "Assassin's Creed II" gains a powerful story, an enduring protagonist, and an unmistakably perfect slew of gameplay elements.
  59. davidbalo
    Jan 11, 2013
    10
    I just can't love more this game, it's perfect. I loved first part of the series but this one is perfected. Ezio is the best character they could developed after great Altair. The story is interesting and intriguing, while the action is amazing, all the missions are great to play, the interaction between Ezio an Leonardo is magical and I also could see a deeper and powerful personality ofI just can't love more this game, it's perfect. I loved first part of the series but this one is perfected. Ezio is the best character they could developed after great Altair. The story is interesting and intriguing, while the action is amazing, all the missions are great to play, the interaction between Ezio an Leonardo is magical and I also could see a deeper and powerful personality of Ezio, with more conviction, more ideas, he's always learning too the same time the player understands the core of the storyline. It's excellent, I recommend this without a doubt.… Expand
  60. EddieHokie
    Aug 7, 2013
    10
    One of my top ten favorite games ever. Blows the first game out of the water and that was a good game.
    Rebuilding Monticello is clever and lots of fun and makes you feel like your accomplishing something.
    The cities are beautiful and the game's gimmick (climbing high places) is tons of fun in this game because of the unique spots and the crazy high places you can reach. Assassinations    One of my top ten favorite games ever. Blows the first game out of the water and that was a good game.
    Rebuilding Monticello is clever and lots of fun and makes you feel like your accomplishing something.

    The cities are beautiful and the game's gimmick (climbing high places) is tons of fun in this game because of the unique spots and the crazy high places you can reach. Assassinations are more fun because the targets have back stories that make them more intriguing to chase.

    The quests are fun and revealing them from high points is a great way to do things. Enemies are more fun to fight because they wield different weapons, armor, and fighting styles.

    Upgrading gear and having a room to strut your weapons off is fun. The side mission platforming is a great distraction from the main quest line and bears a great reward at its end,

    Being Desmond no longer sucks and his part in all of this is more interesting.

    The lame video searches and puzzles are really lame but you don't have to do them, and from what I understand, Having all that video reveals almost nothing anyway.

    Ezio is a really great character and following him from 17 years old to his early 40's is a real treat. He matures mentally as well as in his skills.

    Great Game    … Expand
  61. WelshNathan
    Apr 5, 2013
    10
    I love all of the Assassins creed games but Assassins Creed 2 is easily my favourite...in the sequel we are introduced to Ezio who is a lot if people's favourite character and had more personality than anyone in the assassins creed games, here we see Ezio go from baby to young adult and we see how much the story writing has improved in this as Ubisoft do a great job of showing Ezio turnI love all of the Assassins creed games but Assassins Creed 2 is easily my favourite...in the sequel we are introduced to Ezio who is a lot if people's favourite character and had more personality than anyone in the assassins creed games, here we see Ezio go from baby to young adult and we see how much the story writing has improved in this as Ubisoft do a great job of showing Ezio turn into a much more mature adult as he he gets more experienced if being an assassin....the landscape is much bigger and also taller buildings to climb which are always fun...more interesting side characters are introduced...the amazing double hidden blades are introduced and are fantastic...but my one little gripe with this game is that the combat is too easy and doesn't do too well in using the stealth mechanics because you are just too much of a tank and can easily take out a huge group of guards...but all in all, the story is great, the characters are great, the setting is great, much more variety in levels like he introduction of the glider, and also very handy game for anyone wanting to boost there gamerscore as this game gives achievements out like crazy...this is a deffinite must buy in the Assassins Creed series… Expand
  62. NetrunChrome
    Apr 11, 2013
    10
    Even though the first game was the best thing since halo combat evolved and 3 was a- no pun intended-"revelation", the second game was the absolute best game I had played for the Xbox 360. the sequels were good, but nothing came close to the story, gameplay, replay-ability, sidequests and overall nearly perfect balance assassin's creed II brought to the table. not to mention the greatestEven though the first game was the best thing since halo combat evolved and 3 was a- no pun intended-"revelation", the second game was the absolute best game I had played for the Xbox 360. the sequels were good, but nothing came close to the story, gameplay, replay-ability, sidequests and overall nearly perfect balance assassin's creed II brought to the table. not to mention the greatest soundtrack and characters that got more and more interesting as the game and story unfolded. needless to say this game kept me glued to the screen for hours on end and i hope playing brotherhood gives me as much excitement and play time AC2 did. nothing is true. everything is permitted. we work in the dark to serve the light. we are assassins.… Expand
  63. Aquaris475
    Sep 22, 2013
    10
    Assassin's Creed II took a formula of a great new IP and made it even better. It really did. everything about this game is great. The huge upgrades from the last game to this one are absolutely tremendous. This game focused more on adding numerous elements to gameplay, while also having one of the best stories and characters of any game I've played. The journey Ezio Auditore goes on toAssassin's Creed II took a formula of a great new IP and made it even better. It really did. everything about this game is great. The huge upgrades from the last game to this one are absolutely tremendous. This game focused more on adding numerous elements to gameplay, while also having one of the best stories and characters of any game I've played. The journey Ezio Auditore goes on to becoming an Assassin is a great example of how to develop a character. Throughout playing the game, you connect with Ezio in his situations, like when his father and brothers are murdered. You begin to care for him and his quest, as with all the other characters. As for Desmond... I never really liked Desmond's side of the story, but this game probably has the best story involving him, mainly because the growth between Desmond and Lucy, and his growth with the other characters, Shaun and Rebecca. The gameplay, like I mentioned, adds tremendously onto the last game, but it doesn't to the extent that it's too overwhelming, like Assassin's Creed III. Each area is big, but not too big, which adds the sense that makes each area confined. And thanks to elements such as buying armor and weapons, the combat system has improved a great amount. The control for the game is much better this time around. Ezio maneuvers much faster than Altair, and it makes the control faster and fluent. The soundtrack is great for this game. every track is beautifully composed, and fits perfectly with each area and scene. Overall, Assassin's Creed II steals the spot for my all-time favorite video game. It's perfectly written, has better control, better gameplay mechanics, more gameplay mechanics, pretty much more and better of everything.… Expand
  64. GamingSoldier
    Nov 24, 2013
    10
    assasins creed 2 improves on absolutely everything from the last
    pros: combat improvement, better story, better characters, desmond was more involved and useful here, ezio is even cooler then altair, a more interesting setting, better side activities
    cons: I kind of miss altair sometimes
  65. Klaww25
    Dec 29, 2013
    10
    One of my favorite games of all time it had a beautiful story great character development and so much replay value it is the best xbox360 or ps3 game money can buy it won more awards than l4d because l4d has no innovation.
  66. almox21
    Sep 26, 2013
    10
    This is the way you make an Assassins Creed game. This is the game that will get you high on Venice. The game that will change your life.The way you see things, they way you act around others. This game is legendary. The gameplay, story and graphics are TOP NOTCH.
  67. boby
    Dec 8, 2013
    10
    10/10
    awesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesomeawesome
  68. ItalianAssassin
    Dec 13, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is a great game in my opinion the best storyline of a game yet.Ubisoft did a great job the story,characters and sound track is awseome an assassins creed game can never be good as this A 9999999999999999999999999999 review… Expand
  69. LuizZinhoO
    May 27, 2014
    10
    Masterpiece. Looks like you're really in Renaissance Italy. Good graphics, outrageous (in a good way of the word) story and character and gameplay. This is one of my favorites 7th generation games and my Ubisoft's favorite.
  70. fsujoseph
    Dec 14, 2014
    10
    It's just simply one of the best games ever made! I never got around to giving it a review, so I'll do it now. This game has an amazing story with gameplay that will leave you absolutely hooked. It still looks stunning 4 years later. Honestly I have no clue how they made this game look so good on 360/PS3. 10/10, one of the best games ever
  71. PatrickBowes
    Apr 13, 2014
    10
    After playing this game after I played "Assassin's Creed III", I found myself disliking III more and more. This game has and insane scope to it, and not a moment is left dull. The story will keep you hooked for the entire journey. And I am proud to say that this is one of my favorite games of all time.
    I definitely recommend this game to any gamer who has not yet had the joy of    After playing this game after I played "Assassin's Creed III", I found myself disliking III more and more. This game has and insane scope to it, and not a moment is left dull. The story will keep you hooked for the entire journey. And I am proud to say that this is one of my favorite games of all time.
    I definitely recommend this game to any gamer who has not yet had the joy of experiencing this master peace.    … Expand
  72. Termin8ter
    May 20, 2015
    10
    This very Assassin's Creed game has made me a big fan of the franchise. This game has one of the greatest story lines for a video game ever created. The gameplay is fantastic and fast paced and one of the few games out there which actually makes you have to use skill to defeat your foes. This game is a must-own for any Assassin's Creed fan (but I bet they may have already bought the game)This very Assassin's Creed game has made me a big fan of the franchise. This game has one of the greatest story lines for a video game ever created. The gameplay is fantastic and fast paced and one of the few games out there which actually makes you have to use skill to defeat your foes. This game is a must-own for any Assassin's Creed fan (but I bet they may have already bought the game) or anyone who is new to the franchise. Buy this game.… Expand
  73. PsychoShane
    Apr 27, 2015
    10
    Assassin's Creed 2 is not a masterpiece because of graphics or gameplay, but by it's ability to make you feel like a grand adventurer in an Italy about to be reformed.
  74. vexarez
    May 30, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To Assassin's Creed 2 is the best part of the franchise.
    It´s not as easy as the subsequent ones and it the missions aren't as boring and repetitive as in the previous one. It has a perfect mix and one of the most charismatic protagonists out there. The story is very nice and there are two sequences, which really touched : The first is at the very beginning, when Ezio, the main character and his brother are standing on the church and the epic music comes. The second almost made me cry, when Ezio had to see the hanging of his family, but his mother and sister :(    … Expand
  75. pepelessar
    Jul 16, 2015
    10
    A MASTERPIECE. There's not any other game that combines plot, playability, innovation and graphics like ACII. And what can I say about the soundtrack? Nothing is true. Everything is permitted.
  76. cwilliamhud
    Oct 22, 2015
    10
    With a smart and engaging story, huge open world, and hours upon hours of gameplay, Assassin's Creed 2 is by far the best adventure/action game there is.
  77. Dcamilo12
    Dec 22, 2015
    10
    This is one of those games nobody can skip, even if they don't like it in the end. With incredible graphics, game-play, story, and soundtrack, this is easily one of the best games I've ever played, and also one of my favorites. It could be considered a classic too.
  78. Gehenn666
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    This game is from a time when the franchise still had a soul.....and oh boy what a soul.
    The entire experience is fascinating thanks to an amazing atmosphere, cool characters and a great story. The Italian renaissance is an amazing setting for a game like this,far more interesting than the American revolution from assassins creed 3.
    This game is a gem,a must own.
  79. Jackie_Jdog
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    This was one of the best games I've ever played. The environment was incredible, it was so fun to jump around on rooftops, and the story kept me captivated all the way through. i would recommend it to any gamer.
  80. Pachuli1981
    Sep 12, 2019
    10
    Un excelente juego de sigilo,que pese a sus años mantiene el tipo ante propuestas actuales con un personaje principal carismático y una recreación histórica sublime.
  81. bellmo15
    Dec 20, 2022
    10
    Ezio Auditore Da Firenze is such a cool character, I wish Italian people were real.
  82. Jonathanwhiting
    Nov 4, 2016
    10
    This game is one of the best games ever made and is a master piece. Its a must play for anyone even if you have never played an AC games before. Just but it :)
  83. PairedSaucer
    Jan 2, 2017
    10
    Amazing game. Just feels so real. My brother walked by as I was playing and he said that it looked so real that he thought it was a movie at first. (and he is a gamer as well) just a beautifully made game, really polished. great story and great scale. It makes you feel as if you are really in italy, and is much more exciting than the first AC.
  84. MartijnJ
    Mar 26, 2017
    10
    this is the best AC game ever made, good story, better combat, awesome quests, alot of things u can do, u can upgrade ur villa and more and more, this is definitly the best AC game ever made!
  85. Alio
    Mar 26, 2017
    10
    First time I played it in 2009 I just fell in love with the game the soundtrack is my favorite of all games that I've played the story the the controlling the moving system everything was just so good ,my favorite Assassins creed game
  86. Tenacidad963
    Nov 24, 2017
    10
    El videojuego es mucho mejor que el titulo anterior. Es porque con más presupuesto usaron otro motor gráfico. La jugabilidad es casi la misma con mejoras, ya se puede nadar en el agua o en los ríos de Italia. La época del renacimiento está bien, el enfrentar a los Medicis, a Sabonarola, a Rodrigo Borgia. Y el conocer a Da Vinci, a Catherina Esforza, ver más de la hermandad es un acierto.El videojuego es mucho mejor que el titulo anterior. Es porque con más presupuesto usaron otro motor gráfico. La jugabilidad es casi la misma con mejoras, ya se puede nadar en el agua o en los ríos de Italia. La época del renacimiento está bien, el enfrentar a los Medicis, a Sabonarola, a Rodrigo Borgia. Y el conocer a Da Vinci, a Catherina Esforza, ver más de la hermandad es un acierto. La pelea final es un duelo a puño limpio con el antagonista, y la revelación final asombra.

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    The video game is much better than the previous title. It's because with more budget they used another graphic engine. The gameplay is almost the same with improvements; you can already swim in the water or in the rivers of Italy. The Renaissance period is fine, facing the Medicis, Sabonarola, and Rodrigo Borgia. And knowing Da Vinci, Catherina Esforza, seeing more of the brotherhood is a success. The final fight is a duel with a clean fist with the antagonist, and the final revelation amazes.    … Expand
  87. Laflamme
    Dec 17, 2017
    10
    One the best assassin Creed ever creat! Even in 2017 I still have fun playing this game with his story, gameplay,etc that was innovative for the year this game was release.
  88. Twigball
    Jul 1, 2018
    10
    What a game. Excellent story. Florence looks amazing. Found myself standing on top of buildings admiring the views!
  89. PeeTiii
    Dec 29, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When it comes to a story, no other game that i have ever played can even come close to how incredible this game is. Ezio has to be one of the best protagonists in video game history, and he is at his most raw, cheeky and likeable. While also being at his most emotional, rash and naive. You experience Ezio's story from the moment he was born, then his teenage years, and then the telling moment of his families death, when you experience him develop into a man. A man driven solely by revenge and intent to find every single person responsible for his families murder and take them out one by one, and you follow his journey every step of the way aswell as his other journey, which is to find the Apple of eden, an ancient artifact the assassins have been hunting for centuries. On the journey you meet some of the best side characters in the series, arguably the best being Leonardo Da Vinci, who's partnership really does feel special. Then at the end of it all, after all ezio has gone through, killing every middle man and conspirator to the murder of his loved ones, he finally meets the man behind it all, Rodrigo borgia, the current Pope. But instead of killing him, spares his life, showing how much Ezio has truly developed from a boy to a man in his long journey.
    Now, when it comes to game mechanics, this game is superb. The free running, climbing and movement mechanics are smooth and rarely faulter. Also the combat is superb, for some people, the fact that you cant chain attacks leading to an easy wipe of a large group of enemies may be tedius. However i find it to balance out perfectly as it doesn't make the combat mindless and easy but actually forces you to think about your attacks and wait for the right time to counter, the only possible flaw of the combat is the limitations on different ways to kill enemies as it is usually only a few ways to kill certain guards.
    Overall, this game is as close to a perfect single player game that i have experienced.
    Unrivalled story-line, engaging characters, fun missions, emotional moments, funny moments, Fantastic environment, great modern world story integration with the animus story of Ezio. And finally an intriguing cliffhanger that leads perfectly, and directly onto its sequel, which is very close to this level of greatness.
    In short, it really is the greatest game i have ever played, and by quite some distance, and even after the possibly hundreds of times i have completed the story of this game, my opinion stays the same, and the games legacy will never be tarnished. 10/10 100/100 Perfection.    … Expand
  90. superpyro296
    Dec 5, 2018
    10
    Considering this game was made in 2009, I'm giving it a 10 ! I played this game in 2014 and actually have nostalgia for all the good memories I kept. The story, the art, the characters are really well done. Assassin's creed II is also a huge improvement from the original Assassin's Creed.

    I also liked the fact that you can own Monterrigioni (not sure about the exact name) as you    Considering this game was made in 2009, I'm giving it a 10 ! I played this game in 2014 and actually have nostalgia for all the good memories I kept. The story, the art, the characters are really well done. Assassin's creed II is also a huge improvement from the original Assassin's Creed.

    I also liked the fact that you can own Monterrigioni (not sure about the exact name) as you progress in the game. Some music tracks are unforgettable (like the mission on the rooftop in Venice). The cities, especially Florence and Venice are really well designed !    … Expand
  91. steppingbeast34
    Dec 6, 2018
    10
    Absolutely amazing and by far the best in the series. The story of ezio's vengeance against the killers of his father and brothers was narrated beautifully and the soundtrack was perfect for the setting and the stealth and combat style were ahead of it's time .This game deserve the appreciation it got.
  92. Movieverse
    Feb 10, 2019
    10
    I am a big Assassin's Creed fan, and I gotta say that this game is honestly the best game that I've ever played. God, I love this game. I've finished it more than 200 times. I swear to God. It did not bore me, or disappoint me even once.
    This game is perfect in all aspects. The gameplay is perfect. The music by Kyd is fantastic. The Voice job is great. The story is so good that I never    I am a big Assassin's Creed fan, and I gotta say that this game is honestly the best game that I've ever played. God, I love this game. I've finished it more than 200 times. I swear to God. It did not bore me, or disappoint me even once.
    This game is perfect in all aspects. The gameplay is perfect. The music by Kyd is fantastic. The Voice job is great. The story is so good that I never get bored of it. This game is PERFECT. And oh my God! Ezio Auditore is the best protagonist ever. Good job Ubisoft. Brilliant!    … Expand
  93. Alnmedray
    Aug 4, 2019
    10
    a beautiful game the truth without words is a work of art, without a doubt impeccable graphics and history!
  94. SleepyY
    Oct 17, 2019
    10
    In assassin's creed 2 you play as ezio auditore which is a great character that you will most likely fall in love with while playing this game. It has an amazing story that will keep you invested from start to finnish. The diffrent cities are beautiful and have diffrent soundtracks witch makes each and every place fun to roam around and explore in. Ac 2 is worth your time so play it. :)
  95. garethvine22
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    Jogo revolucionario, mudou nossa ideia de como jogar um mundo aberto e com uma historia incrivel.
  96. Prometheus1241
    Jan 19, 2020
    10
    Personally for me this game is 9.5/10, but unfortunately metacritic does not give users ability to correct marks properly, so i will stop on 10/10

    This part of AC is legendary. For most of the fans this is the best part, and one of the best games they have ever played( with both i agree) It is a sad story about a young man, who was the witness of a great injustice and had to    Personally for me this game is 9.5/10, but unfortunately metacritic does not give users ability to correct marks properly, so i will stop on 10/10

    This part of AC is legendary.

    For most of the fans this is the best part, and one of the best games they have ever played( with both i agree)

    It is a sad story about a young man, who was the witness of a great injustice and had to grow up fast and revenge. Ezio's story is fantastic, i think, it somehow symbolizes our life. It has WONDERFUL atmosphere and music. which shows an Italy of Renaissance great. Also, the plot and the characters are awesome. I think, that it is a game from which everyone should start their experience of Assassin's creed franchise.    … Expand
  97. Titoenriquez2
    Jan 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Is maybe the best game in Assassins creed saga. I enjoyed it much .... i love this game… Expand
  98. sash8306
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    Best game of all AC Games even in 2020. The main character is likeable and relateable. The story makes fun and kept me interesting from beginning to end
  99. DzmitryBoston
    Jul 30, 2020
    10
    With all its ups and downs the assassin's creed series is a must-play. All games are enjoyable even though generic some times. A great inspiration for a history lover.
  100. SupahGualtah
    Jun 4, 2020
    10
    the one that got them their franchise they really struck gold on this one. the story is what holds it to this day.
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#5 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2009
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#3 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2009
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#2 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2009

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90

Universal acclaim - based on 82 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 79 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 82
  3. Negative: 1 out of 82
  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    90
    The first Assassin's Creed's charm was in the sumptuous graphics and straightforward action - that incredible climbing and free-running, and the visceral thrill of stapling evil people to the dirt with a wristblade. With AC2 the rest of the game has caught up with the brilliance of those central ideas to create a complete and coherent experience. We can think of plenty of words that could describe Assassin's Creed 2 - involving, exciting, cinematic - but there's only one word that sums it up beautifully. Killer. [Dec 2009, p.74]
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  2. Everyeye.it
    95
    Assassin's Creed 2 is miles away form the first chapter. It's a whole new game, different in many aspects. The main quest is involving and nice to play, and the number of side mission and extra activities is impressive (and all of them are fun to play). The setting is peculiar and unique, and the panoramic views are sharp and, somehow, magic.
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  3. SpazioGames
    91
    Assassin's Creed II delivers a great story driven experience. Solving most of the problems of its predecessor, this accomplished sequel offers compelling action, beautiful environments and a great plethora of well written characters. A must have for every action-adventure fan with a taste for history, and one of the best games of this fall.
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