Assassin's Creed

 Xbox 360
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1450 Ratings

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  1. NellyF.
    Nov 15, 2007
    9
    Based on accuracy of history, leaders who were actually assassinated, i can't believe how fun and dynamic this game is. the most original of its kind that I'VE EVER PLAYED.
  2. JeffY.
    Nov 15, 2007
    10
    This is not a game to run through. You need to take your time and experiance it. Sure, you end up pickpocketing and easedroping and fighting a lot. But it only gets repetitive if your just playing the game to get to the ending. Shooting a gun in a FPS isn't repetitive? Yes it is, but that dosen't mean its not fun. Assassin's Creed is the type of game that you need to take This is not a game to run through. You need to take your time and experiance it. Sure, you end up pickpocketing and easedroping and fighting a lot. But it only gets repetitive if your just playing the game to get to the ending. Shooting a gun in a FPS isn't repetitive? Yes it is, but that dosen't mean its not fun. Assassin's Creed is the type of game that you need to take your time and enjoy the experiance.… Expand
  3. NickolasB.
    Nov 15, 2007
    10
    Whoever says anything bad about this game will be assassinated by the swift hands of Altair! lol, kidding. but whoever doesn't like this game DOES need mental help. this game is worth every penny, and the replay value makes it so much more worthwhile. i finally beat the game last night and i'm going back to play it again for the fact that the story was that good. i want to Whoever says anything bad about this game will be assassinated by the swift hands of Altair! lol, kidding. but whoever doesn't like this game DOES need mental help. this game is worth every penny, and the replay value makes it so much more worthwhile. i finally beat the game last night and i'm going back to play it again for the fact that the story was that good. i want to relive the game again! you probably will too.… Expand
  4. RichardM.
    Nov 15, 2007
    10
    If I didn
  5. SteveT.
    Nov 15, 2007
    9
    So far So good. Don't pay attention to the critics that turded this game. It seems like there is a new trend for Negareviews. Anyways, I would say this game deserves high praise for originality and style. Awsome series and I already can't wait for more.
  6. ChrisK.
    Nov 15, 2007
    9
    First and foremost, i will say this game was a small let down. I disagree with the guy who did the review for IGN as it is not one of the top 5 disappointments of all time. It seems, instead, to be a niche game comparable in style to Shadow of the Colossus. AC probably isn't for everyone, but I still think there are a good number of people who can pick it up and enjoy it. --- What First and foremost, i will say this game was a small let down. I disagree with the guy who did the review for IGN as it is not one of the top 5 disappointments of all time. It seems, instead, to be a niche game comparable in style to Shadow of the Colossus. AC probably isn't for everyone, but I still think there are a good number of people who can pick it up and enjoy it. --- What the game does well --- 1) Graphics: This has got to be the most beautiful game made EVAR! The world is rich and detailed, avatars look very realistic, and the animations are very fluid and enjoyable to look at. I have been unable to find the tearing textures that the official reviewers speak of, and i have yet to have a framerate drop that is noticable. 2) Exploration: I almost wonder if this game would have been better titled as Assassin's Playground, because you have access to just about the entire world. Creative use of your ability to climb almost anything can make the game enjoyable by itself. 3) Combat: The combat system can get dull if you let it (Counter FTW!), but even if you choose to take the easy way out it can still be an enjoyable experience. Altair has a number of unique combat animations that are pretty cool. The only downside is that for each weapon there are about 15ish or so animations you will see a lot, but i argue that is a good deal better than most games 2 or 4. The fun of the combat comes from mixing things up. If you stay in defensive stance and counter all day you will not have fun. If you take to the offensive you can really do some fun stuff. --- What the sequel can do better --- 1) AI and 2) Repetative gameplay. 1) The AI can be dreadful at times. For example, i have just fought and killed about 9 guards (not all at once). A tenth guard approached the battle as it was ending and did not enter combat. As i sheath my dagger, he walks over to a dead body and shouts "WHO DID THIS? I'M GONNA FIND YOU!" For his stupidity i stealth assassinated him, but you see my point. That brings up another bug with the AI in regards to stealth assassinations. I have been able to, on a few occassions, clear out an entire section of the cities guards using the stealth assassinations on every one i find and not enter into escape mode. In some cases i will do it with another guard watching the act and he will not enter attack mode. The final major issue i have with the AI is with the Archers on the roofs. If one spots you he will give you "YOU AREN'T SUPPOSED TO BE UP HERE!" and notches an arrow. He wont fire, but he is ready on a moments notice. The problem here is that when given the moments notice, he still doesn't fire. I will charge at the archer 'loudly' and assassinate him and not get shot at once. 2) The repetative gameplay will probably kill the game for most people, as it did for Shadow of the Colossus. I think its excusable as most of it results in combat, which i enjoy, or provides some story. Granted, sitting and eavesdropping on some story is not going to be fun for most people. Nor will saving the same 12 citizens over and over, that will get boring pretty quick. While that could be what an assassin would do, it needs to be spiced up for a video game. --- Final Thoughts --- I recommend renting this game. It is definitely a 9, if not a 10, for those who will enjoy the game. Regretfully, it is probably about 5 or a 6 for a good number of the gaming community. The only advice I can give if you are not enjoy it is mix things up, Then game is a lot more fun that way. Looking forward to the sequel! … Expand
  7. SeanB.
    Nov 15, 2007
    10
    This game is brilliant in every way I can conceive. THe combat is fluid. The movement on the cities' rooftops is so much fun. While the basic free missions are repeated quite a few times, they are all so much fun, or the weave more to the story, or are so quickly accomplished that it doesn't bother me in the least. The storyline just a blast. Many facets as well as many things This game is brilliant in every way I can conceive. THe combat is fluid. The movement on the cities' rooftops is so much fun. While the basic free missions are repeated quite a few times, they are all so much fun, or the weave more to the story, or are so quickly accomplished that it doesn't bother me in the least. The storyline just a blast. Many facets as well as many things augmenting the atmosphere to make it feel more tangible.… Expand
  8. JustinH.
    Nov 15, 2007
    8
    Very solid game. Won't win game of the year, but it won't be collecting dust for some time either.
  9. GanaM.
    Nov 16, 2007
    10
    I'm typing this from work, and I would like to say that the number one thing I'm looking forward to getting home is not a) my girlfriend, b) my HEROES dvd i just got in the mail c) that tri-tip i have in my freezer... it's d) Assassin's Creed. ;D
  10. ChrisM.
    Nov 16, 2007
    9
    This game is all about fun. Even the controls are fun....sounds crazy I know. Is it repetitive....umm I guess. But then again who doesn't want to a repeat of good old gaming fun.
  11. YoshiH.
    Nov 16, 2007
    10
    Sam Fisher step aside, there is a new hero in Town! Altair is rockin as an assassin! The graphics are supberb! The lighting in the game is amazing! The shadows in the game are great! What a fantastic game!
  12. AliG.
    Nov 16, 2007
    10
    This simply an amazing game. You will be wowed when you play it and trust me....5 hours into the game, it only gets better and better. Simply outstanding.
  13. BillyB.
    Nov 17, 2007
    9
    This game is the breakout of a new era. It is amazing, the movement of the characters, and how they interact. The best thing is how much you can interact with the environment. The only thing that stopped me from giving it a 10, was the set up of the story, they should have just stuck with the era of the crusades, rather than a futuristic view trying to go back in time. All in all, if This game is the breakout of a new era. It is amazing, the movement of the characters, and how they interact. The best thing is how much you can interact with the environment. The only thing that stopped me from giving it a 10, was the set up of the story, they should have just stuck with the era of the crusades, rather than a futuristic view trying to go back in time. All in all, if there was a 9.5, it deserves it, great game, I hope there's a part two....atleast.… Expand
  14. DaveW.
    Nov 17, 2007
    8
    Loving this game so far. Interesting storyline, excellent controls, and it is of course simply gorgeous. It can be repetative at times, but overall not enough to distract from the experience.
  15. Spartan117
    Nov 17, 2007
    9
    Great game, excelent story and graphics, a real next gen game.
  16. John
    Nov 17, 2007
    8
    I was so excited for this game. All the videos and the build up to this game got me psyched up for this. That being said, it led up to most of my expectations. Like what has been said by pretty much everyone. This is a very good game that has a lot going for it. It's nice to see a world that reacts realistically to your actions. The control scheme is great. The fights are fun to I was so excited for this game. All the videos and the build up to this game got me psyched up for this. That being said, it led up to most of my expectations. Like what has been said by pretty much everyone. This is a very good game that has a lot going for it. It's nice to see a world that reacts realistically to your actions. The control scheme is great. The fights are fun to watch and free running through the city is a joy. That being said, it can be repetetive. There are some things that looked like they got passed over when the game was being developed. But like I said overall a really good innovative game that has me excited for the already planned sequels.… Expand
  17. Teej
    Nov 17, 2007
    10
    I think all the criticism about the repetition is certainly valid, but it doesn't bother me in the slightest, because the things you're repeating are insanely exciting. I'm only partway through the game, but I'm completely engrossed by the graphics and the story, and once you get used to them, the controls are great. There's nothing like the feeling when you I think all the criticism about the repetition is certainly valid, but it doesn't bother me in the slightest, because the things you're repeating are insanely exciting. I'm only partway through the game, but I'm completely engrossed by the graphics and the story, and once you get used to them, the controls are great. There's nothing like the feeling when you finally master the high-profile running kill. And when you jump out of hiding with virtually no room for error and pull it off on a well-protected target before he even gets the chance to see you, it's a hell of a rush. It's definitely not for everyone, but it's my kind of game.… Expand
  18. Barry
    Nov 17, 2007
    10
    It's just the perfect game. By far the best game graphically to ever come into the gaming world. Vast climbing environments makes it incredibly fun to jolt around off rooftops and performing leap off faiths from high up view points into hay. Free running is amazing, as is the gently pushing mechanism. Everything about Altair's body movements just oozes realism. Just look at the It's just the perfect game. By far the best game graphically to ever come into the gaming world. Vast climbing environments makes it incredibly fun to jolt around off rooftops and performing leap off faiths from high up view points into hay. Free running is amazing, as is the gently pushing mechanism. Everything about Altair's body movements just oozes realism. Just look at the way he gets his foot ready to walk across beams, the way he jumps off buildings into hay, the way he climbs and the interacting of AI & player. An epic game that you need to add to your collection. Truely amazing!… Expand
  19. TimE.
    Nov 17, 2007
    10
    Beautiful game, wonderful concepts and it's dependant on how you play the game. Where one man says repetition, I say change what you're doing. Yes, there are a limited number of side mission types, however despite this the game still manages to be exciting and enveloping. I for one enjoy the dual story line that is weaved throughout the game and enjoy playing the assassin and Beautiful game, wonderful concepts and it's dependant on how you play the game. Where one man says repetition, I say change what you're doing. Yes, there are a limited number of side mission types, however despite this the game still manages to be exciting and enveloping. I for one enjoy the dual story line that is weaved throughout the game and enjoy playing the assassin and listening to the other story.… Expand
  20. Shatananshnasha
    Nov 17, 2007
    9
    Great Combination of Prince of persia, Shadow of colossus & Splinter cell. Altaïr is the coolest looking main character in a while!
  21. ZabbaB.
    Nov 18, 2007
    10
    I love it, fighting is cool new and responsive with neat little cinematic kills (if you counter the right way) its like playing a movie, with the great graphics, good story, smooth gameplay and odd hiding spots (in a crowd) its an awesome new game, im sure whatever negatives it has will be fixed in the next games in the Franchise.
  22. SamJ.
    Nov 18, 2007
    9
    I have to say that I am loving this game. It is beautiful, compelling, and entertaining. The controls are terrific and Altair's ability to travel through the cities is very impressive. It doesn't quite make a 10 though, because it does get a little repetitve and your new abilities you unlock don't change much in the game. But besides these flaws this game is entertaining I have to say that I am loving this game. It is beautiful, compelling, and entertaining. The controls are terrific and Altair's ability to travel through the cities is very impressive. It doesn't quite make a 10 though, because it does get a little repetitve and your new abilities you unlock don't change much in the game. But besides these flaws this game is entertaining and it breaks the mold of what a stealth game can be....… Expand
  23. NickK.
    Nov 19, 2007
    9
    I was pretty opened minded going into this game. I did not have any high expectations for it. I knew pretty much what they showed in the previews is what you will get. Finding out that it was / sci-fi was kinda disappointing and starting out the game wasn't what I had hoped but once I got through more of the game and then finished I was very impressed with the deep story and the I was pretty opened minded going into this game. I did not have any high expectations for it. I knew pretty much what they showed in the previews is what you will get. Finding out that it was / sci-fi was kinda disappointing and starting out the game wasn't what I had hoped but once I got through more of the game and then finished I was very impressed with the deep story and the action and freedom in the game. Although I wish they did more to the game, for what it was, was lots of fun to play and a story I can't wait to find out more about in the next one. I love to still go back and fly through the cities killing guards and whatnot. Templars are fun to find and hunt down.… Expand
  24. MarkN.
    Nov 19, 2007
    10
    You can't rush this game! I was trying to come up with some catch phrase that would explain how to truly get immersed in this game and find it a masterpiece..... It's not just "play it slow." It's actually.. "Play it like you would if you were really an assassin." IE be willing to sneak around and be patient... It's a thinking man's game... but at the same time.. You can't rush this game! I was trying to come up with some catch phrase that would explain how to truly get immersed in this game and find it a masterpiece..... It's not just "play it slow." It's actually.. "Play it like you would if you were really an assassin." IE be willing to sneak around and be patient... It's a thinking man's game... but at the same time.. be ready to be a bad arse and unleash heck in a way that Dynasty warriors and other Third person slashers have not been able to nail down in years.… Expand
  25. SumD.
    Nov 19, 2007
    8
    For all the hype it really is a very well put together.... repetive game with lots and lots of boring cut scenes... LOTS. but over all its a step forward in gaming.. cant wait for the sequel with many improvements!
  26. AlanO.
    Nov 20, 2007
    9
    Brilliiant and very involving game which throws you into a living medieval world and doesnt let you go untill the very end. recommended!
  27. ShaunK.
    Nov 20, 2007
    8
    Excellent game, but not without it's fair share of issues that somewhat hinder the enjoyment. Story is innovative and has a nice twist, blending future with past. Free-running is fun and really never gets old. Battles are not the fastest, but fun. They do get a bit stale after a while. There is, however, freezing and framerate issues to be had. Freezing only happens every once and a Excellent game, but not without it's fair share of issues that somewhat hinder the enjoyment. Story is innovative and has a nice twist, blending future with past. Free-running is fun and really never gets old. Battles are not the fastest, but fun. They do get a bit stale after a while. There is, however, freezing and framerate issues to be had. Freezing only happens every once and a while and the framerate is a TINY bit uncommon. Loved the game very much, I think you will to.… Expand
  28. BenB.
    Nov 20, 2007
    7
    Pros -Incredibly detailed world -smooth animations -Easy and fluid controls -Graphics are pretty good Cons -The missions get so repetitive it is ridiculous. (The one thing that keeps this game from greatness.) -The Kingdom is hardly even used.
  29. BryonD.
    Nov 20, 2007
    9
    The game itself is absolutely beautiful...streets are filled with people and the cities seem huge. Controls are great too...the only flaw is that the whole mission idea/structure seems like it neglected in favor of the controls and visuals.
  30. TuckerS.
    Nov 21, 2007
    9
    The game is good with minor flaws, including the learning curve of the controls. But overall, its a game to get.
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#32 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2007
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#5 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2007
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#4 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2007

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 77 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 77
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 77
  3. Negative: 0 out of 77
  1. Game Informer
    95
    Its stunning visual style, high concept story, and wildly open level design are like nothing else, even if too much repetition begins to frustrate in the later hours. It’s a game people will still be talking about five years from now.
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  2. GamePro
    100
    It's hard to put the sheer size and brilliance of Assassin's Creed into words. It is an epic game that you have to experience for yourself. I will caution that the game is not for the impatient or the faint of heart. While you can plow through the main storyline in under 20 hours, to truly get every single last shred of gaming goodness, you will probably have to put in twice that number.
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  3. GamesRadar+
    100
    With its riveting story, beautiful visuals and surprisingly lifelike world, Assassin's Creed is an incredibly deep, enjoyable game that kept us addicted from beginning to bizarre end.
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