Assassin's Creed Rogue

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  1. MrDMaels
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    AC Rogue is a best assassins creed of the last 5 years, after brotherhood, of course. Аpplause, ladies and gentlemens. Game was much more interesting and atmospheric than advertised "Unity" that did not upset, and I hope to catch ubisoft ponder this "lesson"
  2. Slevin310
    Dec 3, 2014
    8
    I was shocked to see a new Assassin's Creed game on the last gen consoles, the only AC I've been hearing about so far as been all about Unity. I thought maybe this was a B-licensed game like Liberation (XBL Arcade game/not full game). But no... it's full $60 dollar game? Sneaking in under the cover of Unity I didn't even hear about this one. And before I get into the review, I will say asI was shocked to see a new Assassin's Creed game on the last gen consoles, the only AC I've been hearing about so far as been all about Unity. I thought maybe this was a B-licensed game like Liberation (XBL Arcade game/not full game). But no... it's full $60 dollar game? Sneaking in under the cover of Unity I didn't even hear about this one. And before I get into the review, I will say as a fan of pirates or any pirate related things I can't be held to my score considering I fangasim all over naval battles and pirate type things. But seeing how this game is Naval battle game, already done perfectly in AC 4 and set in New York... again already done in AC 3. I was ready to pull out the 0 stamp of shame for recycling.

    But I stopped writing after the first hour. Because I had been awe-struck at the amazing game I was playing. Hands down the best story since Ezio. The Naval battles have been completely changed, there are more attacking options and enemy ships can now board you.

    But best of all... you are the Templar. You are hunting Assassins, that at first made me hate the game being a fan of Assassin's Creed, we all hate Templars. But the story makes a compelling case as to why you'd be okay with killing them. Not only that... I haven't seen AI done this well in AC ever. Enemies have always been way too easy. And that's not me flexing my gaming skillz, no no... if anything I'm not good at games. I cried like a little *&$@! playing Dark Souls and Ninja Gaiden has caused some anger strokes. AC was just never that much of a challenge. It was a fun game but the fun came from exploring and unraveling the mystery.

    Fighting Assassins is so fun, I wouldn't mind being a Templar just for the excitement of fighting a tough enemy. Everything you've had in the previous games, as an Assassin, your enemies will now be using on you. Hiding in bushes whistling at you, throwing smoke bombs, poison, air attacks and of course tough combat with parrying and speed.

    The story has been the best since I first played AC and given all the fun I've had... Unity might have to wait till I'm done with this because this is far too much fun to put down.    … Expand
  3. thestrang3r
    Nov 14, 2014
    9
    While a good majority of gamers say that sequels are required to be better in every way (even if its not possible) than their predecessor, I don't entirely agree with that notion. Assassin's Creed Rogue may be using the same technology used for Black Flag, but it has significant improvements that makes it better than Black Flag. For Example, I was really annoyed in Black Flag that I couldWhile a good majority of gamers say that sequels are required to be better in every way (even if its not possible) than their predecessor, I don't entirely agree with that notion. Assassin's Creed Rogue may be using the same technology used for Black Flag, but it has significant improvements that makes it better than Black Flag. For Example, I was really annoyed in Black Flag that I could upgrade my ship from Captain's Quarters but have to drop anchor at the nearest City to go to a shop to buy weapons and outfits for myself. I didn't like the whole Naval Fleet part of the game that required me to be signed in to Xbox Live to play. Thankfully, its all available offline as well. Puckle Gun and focused ramming is a major improvement as far as Naval Gameplay is concerned. Whaling (although controversial) is made a bit challenging and you don't look like a totally different character while doing it. Taking fortresses doesn't look repetitive anymore. These are just some of the improvements.

    While the gameplay has improved, so has the story. This is the first time after Ezio, I actually invested in a character in AC Titles. The story builds up Shay Cormac's fallout with the Assassin's brilliantly with a very impressive sequence. His motivations are also very clear unlike Edward's. Rogue tries to tie all the loose ends from the previous entries, but you can't keep everyone happy so without putting up any spoilers, I would say this was a very decent attempt at that.

    I was sold on this game at the Main Menu. Mashup of many memorable soundtracks of the previous games mainly, Ezio's Family. That is a +1 for me.

    I would rate this behind AC: Brotherhood and AC2 at 9    … Expand
  4. FatBoyDave
    Nov 16, 2014
    9
    Seen a lot of bad reviews of this game,I think it's absolutly brilliant.Great graphics,great location,tons to do.Mutilplayer mayhem.You can criticise any game of you are a dick.But Iam loving it so far,If your not sure GET this game NOW !!!!!!!
  5. MourningStar187
    Nov 25, 2014
    8
    If you loved AC Black Flag, you'll enjoy Rogue. It's another high spot for the AC franchise and a far better game than Unity. Mechanics wise there are no improvements. So there will be some occasional frustration with the movement but the combat remains excellent. The real high point of this game is the story. It answers and expands on a lot of the previous two titles characters andIf you loved AC Black Flag, you'll enjoy Rogue. It's another high spot for the AC franchise and a far better game than Unity. Mechanics wise there are no improvements. So there will be some occasional frustration with the movement but the combat remains excellent. The real high point of this game is the story. It answers and expands on a lot of the previous two titles characters and events. The writing is a little too obvious however as it makes the vast majority of the Assassins seem too unsympathetic.… Expand
  6. Thunderman0011
    Nov 12, 2014
    9
    This game was overall much better than Unity. I was very happy with how this game turned out.

    The story, characters, and everything else was done right with this game.

    I believe it was the best AC games since ACII.
  7. RomuloVilela
    Dec 9, 2014
    10
    AC Rogue is probably the best ac game after AC 2. Its has all the things that made black flag a great game, plus the best storyline ever on the series. Yes, it does feel like it's just a black flag sequel, and that's because it is. If you are looking for something new, you might be desappointed, but if you are a true ac fan, this is a must buy!
  8. Reanimater
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    One of the most refined Assassins Creed games I have played. Does not feel like a lesser game in any way and it is actually really satisfying to play it. It feels like when you get a bargain deal and realize that you got something that is actually much better than that other expensive thing you thought of buying. It is a win for sure.
  9. AfroSpectre7
    Nov 12, 2014
    10
    There is a reason why I haven't traded in my 7 year old Xbox 360 for an Xbox One or PS4. Assassins Creed Rogue is that reason. Its the game the guys with PS4's and Xbox One's were waiting for.
  10. A1K4PWN3D
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    Probably the best Assassins Creed since AC2. Great references to the previous 2 games (and Freedom Cry), great arsenal, amazing scenery, all out fun..
  11. TheLooseHunter
    Nov 11, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When i SAW the first gameplay footages of this game, i lost my hope in a good game for the current gen of consoles in the AC franchise. But when i first PLAYED the game, i had a different feeling. There are ofcourse some problems and glitches with the parkour mechanics. I love the soundtrack which is just great, you can even hear some parts of "Ezio's family" and "Connor theme" in the menu music. The naval combat is much more improved since Black Flag. You have a sort of Gatling gun on your ship which looks and feels like the old swivel gun.
    The graphics, level design and character design are great in addition to the X360 and PS3.
    The best thing in the game is the story. We get a great protagonist, Shay Cormac, who starts as an assassin but because of a failed mission, he turns his back at the assassins because he "slaughtered" innocents. This mission was retrieving an artifact in Lisbon. It caused an earthquake and everyone who had no luck died. Shay doesn't immediately joined the templars but worked with some templars for a short time. We get some old characters such as Haytham Kenway, Achilles Davenport, Adéwalé,... and all of these characters have one of the best voice acting i have ever heard in gaming (i haven't played The Last of Us but that is one of those good games with voice acting). The ending is very good and if you would play the last 3 games in order (AC4 - ACR - AC3), you will get a great story and no mistakes made by the developers. This game has been made by Ubisoft Sofia which isn't that big as Ubi Montréal or Quebec. I have also played ACU and its great that you'll know that Shay is the killer of Arno his father. If you still have a X360 or a PS3, i highly recommend this game because it is worth playing.    … Expand
  12. MrNeoAnderson
    Nov 11, 2014
    9
    Assassin's Creed Rogue is a great Assassin's creed game.

    The story in particular is one of the best if not the best in the entire series. Shay is an interesting charismatic protagonist who's mix's the arrogance and wisdom of Altair with the social conscience and questioning of Conner. The gameplay is good but familiar due to only minor changes being made since AC4 in terms of    Assassin's Creed Rogue is a great Assassin's creed game.

    The story in particular is one of the best if not the best in the entire series. Shay is an interesting charismatic protagonist who's mix's the arrogance and wisdom of Altair with the social conscience and questioning of Conner.

    The gameplay is good but familiar due to only minor changes being made since AC4 in terms of gameplay (The same sort of familiarity ACB had to AC2).

    The graphics are pushed to the absolute max on last gen consoles and the game looks great for the old hardware.

    They new settings in the river valley and north Atlantic are a beautiful and welcome edition to the series while New York is far better presented and more fun to explore than it was in AC3.

    The modern day story was less interesting but decent it operates similar to the AC4 modern story except this time you play a repair man and you come into contact with a high profile member of the Inner Sanctum of the Templar Order.

    Overall a highly recommended this game to any fan of the series    … Expand
  13. heitorsgodinho
    Nov 13, 2014
    9
    AC: Rogue is one of the best games in the series in my opinion! A very nice story, nice graphics for the old gen, interesting characters, but not everything is perfect, the game is almost an expansion for AC: Black Flag.
  14. Hannibal4467
    Nov 13, 2014
    10
    Great game! I loved AC3 and AC4, and this ties together the three stories very nicely. Plays like AC4, but adds some new elements. Hours of things to do beyond the story line, if you enjoy that part, which I do. Ubisoft did a great job!
  15. AlderHalo
    Nov 14, 2014
    10
    Excellent addition to the series. The addictive upgrading of ships and tools returns, along with one of the best story lines in the series, second to AC2 imo.
    Playing as a templar is a great change of place, which fans of the lore will enjoy a lot.
    I'd give it an 8.5/10 if i didn't feel that the overall score needed to be boosted
  16. dmitt
    Dec 8, 2014
    10
    просто отличная игра , мне понравилось !!! огромное количество Контента, отличный сюжет, все на месте
  17. Storm1672
    Aug 13, 2015
    8
    Much better than the reviews give it credit for and also a lot better than AC Unity, which is a shame. Rogue is a direct sequel toy AC IV: Black Flag in every possible way. Which is a good thing. Really enjoyed this game and gathering all the collectibles. The Templar point of view is also intriguing. Great locations for exploring, improved naval combat. Only thing I didn't like was theMuch better than the reviews give it credit for and also a lot better than AC Unity, which is a shame. Rogue is a direct sequel toy AC IV: Black Flag in every possible way. Which is a good thing. Really enjoyed this game and gathering all the collectibles. The Templar point of view is also intriguing. Great locations for exploring, improved naval combat. Only thing I didn't like was the annoying protagist. Definitely one of the better AC games.… Expand
  18. ziswitchking
    Nov 19, 2014
    8
    The story is really really REALLY short. This game should be another DLC for black flag since the mechanics are pretty much the same. If they made the game longer and cheaper, it would be nice.
  19. Darth_Kane
    Nov 16, 2014
    8
    Excellent game, though it is very similar to Black Flag, feels like rhey started with a DLC, and expanded the content from there. I personally loved playing as a templar, and it was interesting to fight against assassin's this time. The game felt pretty short, it could have beared a couple more missions. I think if Ubi would have focused a little more on this game, added more missions,Excellent game, though it is very similar to Black Flag, feels like rhey started with a DLC, and expanded the content from there. I personally loved playing as a templar, and it was interesting to fight against assassin's this time. The game felt pretty short, it could have beared a couple more missions. I think if Ubi would have focused a little more on this game, added more missions, tweaked the story a bit, and then released it for all platforms, they would have been better off in every way, seeming how Unity is a half finished game that could (or should) have been pushed back a year.… Expand
  20. aryagaming
    Nov 18, 2014
    9
    Gorgeous...gorgeous...gorgeous
    The story is the best among the franchise
    Graphic is good, do not worry about the graphica
    The combat is same as blackflag
    In general...it was brilliant
  21. TuB_AUT
    Nov 29, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you´re a fan of the AC series you should buy this game just because it gives an insight on the whole plot from the view of the other, the "bad" side.
    Although if u didnt like the ship battles at AC IV i can´t completely recommend the purchase of Rogue.
    For my point of view the sea battles are just another piece of gameplay that fits good into the whole series.    … Expand
  22. TheQuietGamer
    Mar 5, 2016
    9
    While Unity was making a mess of things on the Xbox One and PS4, 2014's other Assassin's Creed game "Rogue" was delivering a highly enjoyable, yet very familiar AC experience on last gen. To be honest it's so familiar that it is best described as AC 4.5. It's basically the same experience as Black Flag, only with tons of new additions. It almost comes off as a big expansion pack for thatWhile Unity was making a mess of things on the Xbox One and PS4, 2014's other Assassin's Creed game "Rogue" was delivering a highly enjoyable, yet very familiar AC experience on last gen. To be honest it's so familiar that it is best described as AC 4.5. It's basically the same experience as Black Flag, only with tons of new additions. It almost comes off as a big expansion pack for that game. Even the modern day sections have you returning to Abstergo Entertainment, hacking computers in first-person.

    While that would normally make me more critical of a game, Rogue is so darn enjoyable and excellent that I was able to overlook the familiarity and enjoy every aspect of it. To be honest it stands as one of my new favorite AC games.

    The story is where it really takes off. Acting as a prequel to AC 3, we get to watch the fall of the Assassin's. We run into some familiar faces from past games and it really does a great job of adding some extra depth the AC 3's plot. That's not the real strength of the story though. What makes Rogue's story so awesome is that we finally get to see the Assassin/Templar conflict from the other side. That's right, we're playing as Templars this time. The game does an excellent job of portraying that the Assassin's might not be the saints previous games have made them out to be, and that the Templars aren't so evil. This new angle makes the series as a whole much more compelling. It also helps that main character Shay and the rest of the characters are so fantastic and well-written. Watching Shay struggle with having to go against the people he once called brothers, while choosing the path he feels is right is compelling and deep.

    As for the modern day plot, it doesn't really do much to move things forward. It's cool to be back in Abstergo Entertainment, but all that's really happening is that you are trying to push Shay's plot further in the Animus. We get some more hacking bits, expanded bits of lore, and some cool new characters, but nothing really revolutionary is going on here. In the end though it didn't matter too much to me as I really enjoyed the gameplay parts of these sections.

    As far as the gameplay goes in Rogue, it is largely the same as AC 4. That means we get more excellent sailing with the traditional AC gameplay. Rogue just expands upon it and adds in it's own unique ideas. You get new toys to play with, a healthy amount of new side objectives and distractions to undertake, as well as some new twists brought on by the fact that you are playing on the side of the Templars this time around. Switching sides puts a target on your back, and when wandering the world former assassin's will try and take you out. It's interesting to become the hunted for once and Rogue gives you plenty of means to protect yourself from another's hidden blade.

    The series multiplayer mode which has made an appearance in every AC game since Brotherhood doesn't make a return here. That might disappoint those who were wishing for some extra added life upon completing everything to do on the single-player side of things, but I was surprised to find that it wasn't really missed.

    So maybe it doesn't revolutionize the series in any way. However I'm willing to overlook that thanks to the strong storytelling and excellent gameplay. Some minor technical issues and light platforming bugs aside, this is an all around excellently made AC game. One that kept me hooked and highly entertained all the way through. It's got enough unique ideas to make it a little bit more than just AC 4.5 and after the dud that was Unity it was nice getting another polished and highly satisfying entry in the series, despite the familiarity.    … Expand
  23. ITZZZPERRY
    Mar 2, 2015
    9
    Assassin's Creed Rogue is a fantastic game. The story and its protagonist make for one of the best in the series in years. As a huge fan of the series, this was a must-play.
  24. Shaggy85
    May 31, 2015
    10
    From the moment I heard about Assassin's Creed Rogue, I knew without a doubt that it would be the best addition to the game. While I love the series, I just felt like the other games were lacking. It's not the characters that I disliked, it was more of the combat that turned me off from AC 1, AC 2/Brotherhood/Revelations. AC 3 was just a major let down, as well. AC 4:BF was a greatFrom the moment I heard about Assassin's Creed Rogue, I knew without a doubt that it would be the best addition to the game. While I love the series, I just felt like the other games were lacking. It's not the characters that I disliked, it was more of the combat that turned me off from AC 1, AC 2/Brotherhood/Revelations. AC 3 was just a major let down, as well. AC 4:BF was a great addition to the series as well, giving you the opportunity to sail the open seas and hear your mates sing shanties all the while you're at sea. But Rogue on the other hand is a completely different story and I love where it went. Giving you control of Shay Patrick Cormac and his dissension from the Assassin Brotherhood to become a Templar. The story provided was superbly told, a lot more so than Black Flag, In my honest opinion. I even went as far as looking how Unity started and to my surprise, I didn't even spoil it for myself!
    Towards the end, I found that it was more of a Cross-over, leading right into Unity. Which I found very intriguing. One of the things that made me laugh, however, was one of the bugs that made the Assassin's stand up after dying...it was too unbearable to no laugh. But other than that, I didn't run into many bugs during my play through. I sold the game...and I'm regretting doing so, because it is my favorite AC game, with Black Flag in second place and Assassin's Creed 1, thanks to Altair; who I felt was the better Assassin out of Ezio and Conner. Rogue got very little attention, while Unity, a game that had many game-breaking bugs (I still haven't played it, but watched many videos), got more attention. Rogue was very underrated, and yet, it did a lot better and got better the reviews. (except IGN, I will never trust their reviews again, after Rogue. The buttheads didn't even play the game.) I applaud Ubisoft Sofia for making Assassin's Creed Rogue on the same engine as Assassin's Creed Black Flag. The game was just...breathtakingly amazing! Over all, I rate this game 10/10    … Expand
  25. Greywolf999
    Nov 23, 2014
    9
    I thought Assassin's Creed Rogue was an excellent end to the last generation Assassin's creed franchise. I enjoyed the character Shay and his dark transformation into the Templar Order, the combat was very tactical and the 3 locations were all brilliant (even New York after being very disappointing in AC3).The story line and the missions were probably the best in the series so far, howeverI thought Assassin's Creed Rogue was an excellent end to the last generation Assassin's creed franchise. I enjoyed the character Shay and his dark transformation into the Templar Order, the combat was very tactical and the 3 locations were all brilliant (even New York after being very disappointing in AC3).The story line and the missions were probably the best in the series so far, however the story line could have been longer. Overall I think Assassin's creed Rogue is a brilliant game and if you are an Assassin's Creed fan who owns a last gen console, I would recommend getting the game.… Expand
  26. Yinzer149
    Nov 23, 2014
    9
    As Shay Patrick Cormac I felt a breath of fresh air for my mind and my XBOX 360. The game ran smoothly, maybe one or two glitches here and there but I mean come on its a last gen game. I felt the story was very rich and its biggest flaw is that isn't was so short. This game is about half the length of your typical AC game it is slightly annoying (like how Revelations only had 8 sequences).As Shay Patrick Cormac I felt a breath of fresh air for my mind and my XBOX 360. The game ran smoothly, maybe one or two glitches here and there but I mean come on its a last gen game. I felt the story was very rich and its biggest flaw is that isn't was so short. This game is about half the length of your typical AC game it is slightly annoying (like how Revelations only had 8 sequences). But if a games biggest problem is that it was to short, it is a pretty damn good game, like this one.… Expand
  27. Toophat82
    Dec 10, 2014
    10
    This is an last gen gem that everyone should try if given a chance it has the successfull and proven game design and system of black flag while also of course improving upon it along with some other new ideas and great story as well. So let's see great game design and great story to me that's always a recipe for a good to great game and anyone but especially assassin creed fans should likeThis is an last gen gem that everyone should try if given a chance it has the successfull and proven game design and system of black flag while also of course improving upon it along with some other new ideas and great story as well. So let's see great game design and great story to me that's always a recipe for a good to great game and anyone but especially assassin creed fans should like to love this game. While I enjoyed and liked both Rogue and Unity i in fact favored and thought Rogue was the better of the two titles and that alone should tell you something and from what I hear and have read I am not only person that feels this way. Honestly my only gripe was that I wanted more because it felt short to me and that it could have and should have been a little longer something I hope Ubisoft does better right and better with future Assassin Creed titles.

    Lastly all I can say if of your a fan of the series and especially the past two AC titles buy it you won't regret it, and for gamers who love a great story and fun game get you won't regret it it's one of the best and better games for current gen consoles for sure hands down.    … Expand
  28. ithastobegood
    Jan 15, 2015
    8
    great game just finished it a bit black flag in places but i didn't mind that as it was a great game too aside from the pc hacks you had to do advise do buy this game do not buy unity you will get fed up with having to keep restarting
  29. Majinkyo
    Jan 20, 2015
    10
    Rogue isn't the best AC, but isn't "more of same", have much and much new things that will make you spend a few hours on console. Is a excellent game.
  30. adewale1721
    May 12, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is one of the best Assassin's Creed games of all time. In Assassin's Creed Rogue, you can experience Templar perspective for the first time. Gameplay is similar to Black Flag, with new weapons, environments and animals. I personally believe that the protagonist is a real hero who is brave enough to risk everything in order to save people.… Expand
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#23 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2014
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 32
  3. Negative: 1 out of 32
  1. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Feb 15, 2015
    60
    Far more gripping than its Xbox One counterpart. [Issue#119, p.66]
  2. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Jan 6, 2015
    70
    It ends up feeling more like a retrospective than a game in its own right. [Jan 2015, p.80]
  3. Kill Screen
    Dec 2, 2014
    50
    Rogue paints the picture of an arbitrary war drawing arbitrary lines.
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