Assassin's Creed Unity

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  1. Alekero
    Nov 14, 2014
    2
    Ok short:
    What sx there:
    1) A main story (plot) quite pathetic...seems like it was created just in 2-3 days before the release. Dumb emotions, dumb dialogues...nothing epic or dramatic at all! (Only kill kill kill revenge revenge drunk revenge kill kill) Even a Black Flag got 3+ dramaepic moments. 2) Music....is there any music? lol Ive heard only in credits after completin a game.    Ok short:
    What sx there:
    1) A main story (plot) quite pathetic...seems like it was created just in 2-3 days before the release.
    Dumb emotions, dumb dialogues...nothing epic or dramatic at all! (Only kill kill kill revenge revenge drunk revenge kill kill) Even a Black Flag got 3+ dramaepic moments.
    2) Music....is there any music? lol
    Ive heard only in credits after completin a game. Because its quite ordinary and quiet. Again if we remember Black Flag (specially main theme) - epic epic epic.
    3) Optimization...there no f optimization in this game)) So forget about to play normally for few daysweeks till UnterSoft patch it.
    4) Activities and gear - sux. Wtf you tried to beat a Sherlock by addin an investigation missions? You failed. Gear looks good but if you dont want to participate in some Club stuff - you wont get a really good-lookin and useful.
    Ok now good side:
    1) Graphics....yeah yeah with awesomely crappy optimization it looks good. I cant call it NEXTGEN...but something like a PreNextGen.
    2) Movement. Yeah tricks and parkour became quite smooth and bett-ah. But still we can face some stupid fails with jumping on wrong walls and sides.
    Well thats it. Lmao but Unity sked from Black Flag and even a ACIII.    … Expand
  2. Hornwalker
    Nov 14, 2014
    6
    As far as Assassin Creed games go, I believe Unity delivers a very solid game with plenty to do. A back to the roots kind of Assassin's Creed. If you enjoyed AC 2 or Brotherhood, you will enjoy Unity, perhaps more, because Ubisoft did cut out a lot of the stupid tasks from those previous titles and replaced them with much more entertaining side missions. About 10 hours in and I've onlyAs far as Assassin Creed games go, I believe Unity delivers a very solid game with plenty to do. A back to the roots kind of Assassin's Creed. If you enjoyed AC 2 or Brotherhood, you will enjoy Unity, perhaps more, because Ubisoft did cut out a lot of the stupid tasks from those previous titles and replaced them with much more entertaining side missions. About 10 hours in and I've only done one or two missions that I thought were either broken(Defend a grieving widow while she walks to the grave, except she was never once attacked despite the message "Your Ally is under attack" constantly appearing) or just plain boring. And the city of Paris is beautiful with more highly detailed interiors than ever before. One of the things I enjoy about AC games is seeing how each installment tweaks the combat and game mechanics. In Unity, they've finally made combat a challenge if you aren't careful-no more being unstoppable even if you are outnumbered 20-1. Further mechanical improvements coupled with a great effort to make missions fun and varied have helped create one of the most enjoyable AC experiences I've had in many years.

    And yet I can't justify giving this game a higher score because of some glaring issues. I personally haven't been too bothered by the occasional dropped framerate(my Xbox One seems to handle the game very well for the most part), and those couple of times where I fell through the ground to the infinity below were humorous, as were the occasional NPC glitch where the bag of flowers or newspapers just floats in the air. But the improvements they made in the free running system are voided in many instances of disjointed animation or nonsensical AI interactions. Cannonically, we can always dismiss these as just glitches in the Matrix, er, I mean, the Animus, er, I mean, the Helix(as its called now). But at the end of the day its obvious these problems are simply a result of Ubisoft rushing their product to release before the Holidays, year after year. So while Unity is far from Broken, it lacks the polish AC fans have only dreamed of but never gotten since AC 2.

    And then there's the "micro"transactions(Seriously? $99 for helix points to essentially avoid earning in-game money is just plain gross), the companion app being forced down our throats(not a terrible app but really not something I expected I'd be forced to get if I wanted to open all the chests in the game), and the Initiates website being another necessity if you want access to all in-game content. Oh and then there is of course the Uplay, a THIRD exterior "service" that is required in order to experience all the content you already paid for. Ubisoft was so gratuitous in this game with their monetization that I really have to wonder how far will they go with their next game, and how much longer I want to support such practices. Its mind-blowing how they thought that three out-of-game services wasn't way above and beyond what any normal gamer is interested in. One? I guess that's ok, seems every AAA game is requiring some app these days(much to my annoyance and the detriment of the industry). But three? I don't care how fun your game is Ubisoft, you've just dug yourself a little deeper into your hole of isolation from Assassin's Creed fans(of which I count myself).

    Also, one of the new main features that I was seriously looking forward to was Co-Op, but so far I haven't been able to connect with friends whatsoever. Maybe if Ubisoft spent more resources on multiplayer servers and less on their stupid and pointless app and Uplay and Initiates websites, I would have been able to enjoy the co-op missions with my friends. Instead, I just a "failed to connect message, try again later". Hopefully this issue is fixed quickly and I will be able to play with my friends soon.

    But in the meantime, and despite all the BS that came with Unity, I am having a great time playing and improving my assassin. At the end of the day, having fun is the most important thing about video games, and I hope my review has shown to be fair and balanced. The Assassin's Creed ends with "Nothing is True, Everything is permitted", but for Unity Ubisoft decided to change it to "Nothing is polished, Everything is an opportunity to make a few more dollars". Anyway, just maybe, if Ubisoft can at least fix some of the problems with Unity, I'll see you soon in Paris.    … Expand
  3. Kronenbourg
    Nov 14, 2014
    0
    I've loved the Assassins Creed games since the very first one and bought all of them on the 360. Having recently bought an Xbox One I've been eagerly awaiting AC:Unity. The game itself is quite fun, I can even, just about, forgive the all of the bugs and issues in the game at launch. Having to download the companion app and fart around on there to unlock things in the game is beyondI've loved the Assassins Creed games since the very first one and bought all of them on the 360. Having recently bought an Xbox One I've been eagerly awaiting AC:Unity. The game itself is quite fun, I can even, just about, forgive the all of the bugs and issues in the game at launch. Having to download the companion app and fart around on there to unlock things in the game is beyond irritating, but what is completely unacceptable to me though is the micro-transactions in a £50 game. It's disgusting and if I'd known they were going to be in there I would not have bought it.… Expand
  4. alch3m1st
    Nov 14, 2014
    0
    this crap is frackin pay to win. its unbelievable. early missions give you less than 1000 credits where you need more than that to just stack up your consumables. 5 phantom arrows cost 1000 credits. game is designed so that you use their micro transaction system. and the effin' controls. sometimes, when im up a tower to synchronize, before i know it, i jumped down in style. totally buggythis crap is frackin pay to win. its unbelievable. early missions give you less than 1000 credits where you need more than that to just stack up your consumables. 5 phantom arrows cost 1000 credits. game is designed so that you use their micro transaction system. and the effin' controls. sometimes, when im up a tower to synchronize, before i know it, i jumped down in style. totally buggy and unplayable. when im fighting in small areas the camera cant show npc's bars and its impossible to know when to parry without seeing their bars so i go down in style.......before i even know what happened. utter **** ubisoft. btw i just created this account to rage abt this game.… Expand
  5. art4321
    Nov 14, 2014
    0
    I love ac series.. i played them all but unity is awful many glitches, fps drops and story is worse than first ac storyy: ubisoft ruined another great game......
  6. Pashqvilli
    Nov 14, 2014
    10
    I honestly do not understand all the seething rage and hate directed towards this game. People obviously have their own issues and just want to make something amazing seem like ****. And this game truly is amazing. The graphics are unbelievably stunning, with so much detail EVERYWHERE. Just looking at this game with literally blow your mind. The gameplay is fantastic and fluid, with allI honestly do not understand all the seething rage and hate directed towards this game. People obviously have their own issues and just want to make something amazing seem like ****. And this game truly is amazing. The graphics are unbelievably stunning, with so much detail EVERYWHERE. Just looking at this game with literally blow your mind. The gameplay is fantastic and fluid, with all animations looking insanely realistic. In contrast to what many people are saying, I find the story to be excellent. Sure the frame rate drops here and there but its barely noticeable and can easily be fixed in a patch, which is what Ubisoft has already said they will do. Also the grudges against microtransactions make no sense, as they are only an option for those who do not want to put the time in to earn all the items themselves. You can easily obtain all the items in the game with a little bit of time put into it, which isn't at all a chore since this game is so excellent. If you don't want to do that, you are defeating the purpose of playing games in the first place.

    My advice is, if you are at all interested in this game/the AC series, do not listen to all of these haters, as in my opinion, their scores and arguments are completely unjustified. Go out and buy this game and I guarantee you will certainly find it to be enjoyable and furthermore, extraordinary.    … Expand
  7. Asymmetrical
    Nov 14, 2014
    10
    I was expecting unity to be terrible, but well, it wasn't.
    Assassins Creed Unity is an amazing and well-balanced mix of cinematic gameplay, simple-yet-fun stealth, and some huge and beautiful enviroments.
    Furthermore, while the microtransactions might look like a way to cash in, it is mostly a way to enhance the game even further. Ubisoft has made far more than sixty dollars worth of    I was expecting unity to be terrible, but well, it wasn't.
    Assassins Creed Unity is an amazing and well-balanced mix of cinematic gameplay, simple-yet-fun stealth, and some huge and beautiful enviroments.
    Furthermore, while the microtransactions might look like a way to cash in, it is mostly a way to enhance the game even further.
    Ubisoft has made far more than sixty dollars worth of game, and therefore, you get to pay for the extra gameplay you want to have (the main storyline is worth at least eighty dollars in time, joy and beauty, so you're already getting some bang for your buck.)

    And really, were you expecting anything less from the makers of such classics as Watch-Dogs, the Far Cry series (especially 4) and, well, Assasins Creed?
    The storyline is impeccable (as always), co-op is tons of fun, and the entire game feels... next-gen.

    And as I said, I was expecting Unity to be terrible, and you know why?
    The countless trolls who berate the game for things I haven't even encountered within the game, the people who hack into the game to change fundamental parts of the game and then make 'bug videos' showcasing all the (alleged) bugs all to get views and make money off of the bad publicity this game gets.
    And that's terrible.

    And by 'that' I mean 'this game' and by 'terrible' I mean 'is awful and boring' and by the rest of the review I mean I haven't even bought the game.

    "Gave me ebola 10/10" - GabeN    … Expand
  8. Nobilis1984
    Nov 14, 2014
    3
    Much promised and kept nothing.

    Technically better than the PC version but still far away from what we were promised at gaming conventions. The frame rate is ridiculous.
    Otherwise, the game features the old boring things that already had the predecessor.
  9. APCY
    Nov 14, 2014
    0
    Lets start with that this game is no diffrent from other Assasin Creed games. Gameplay is booring and repetitive. AI is so stupid that it makes no challenge at all. Story is bad too it doesnot even feel like Paris or its revolution to me at all... Only good side about that game is graphics but still you cant play it without best graphic card because optimization is so bad that even my gtxLets start with that this game is no diffrent from other Assasin Creed games. Gameplay is booring and repetitive. AI is so stupid that it makes no challenge at all. Story is bad too it doesnot even feel like Paris or its revolution to me at all... Only good side about that game is graphics but still you cant play it without best graphic card because optimization is so bad that even my gtx 760 cannot handle it.. I dont know what wrong with game creaters these days but they dont respect us at all anymore, its all about money and saddest thing people are still buying their products...… Expand
  10. duddo
    Nov 14, 2014
    2
    Something smells in here. How could critics gave 90 and more point and users just around 30 ??? This really stinks dear "professional game reviewers". Shame on you.
  11. Tom360
    Nov 14, 2014
    7
    Here is the problem with AC:UNITY: They really tried to make the most ambitious entry in the series, but in doing so overlooked MANY problems at even the most basic level.

    This game has every possible feature you could ask for. A big, brilliant looking map, online cooperative play, competitive multiplayer, customizable character. They shot extremely high, and did so admirably. The game    Here is the problem with AC:UNITY: They really tried to make the most ambitious entry in the series, but in doing so overlooked MANY problems at even the most basic level.

    This game has every possible feature you could ask for. A big, brilliant looking map, online cooperative play, competitive multiplayer, customizable character. They shot extremely high, and did so admirably. The game fails though, because at the games' core there are huge issues and bugs (at least at launch). The PC falls through the map, which I have had happen in previous AC's, character models are unfinished with textures popping in and the frame rate is shamefully low. To release the game like this is to say, "we'll take our paycheck, and worry about fixing it later." I have a huge issue with this. It's essentially an unfinished product.

    The bain of my existence: MICROTRANSACTIONS!!!!! When I pay my hard earned $$ for a game I don't want to be nickel-and-dimed throughout the experience. The fact they included this makes me hesitant to buy from them in the future. UBISOFT IS JOINING THE DARK SIDE (LIKE EA).

    All in all there is a beautiful game to be enjoyed if you can look past it's major set-backs. (HOPEFULLY) I will be changing this review as patches fix the game's issues. For now 5/10!!!

    Ubisoft is capable of so much better.    … Expand
  12. TDUupdaterHD
    Nov 13, 2014
    4
    Another unoptimized rushed game from Ubisoft, poor FPS and tons of bugs. If you are planning to buy this game wait for Ubisoft to fix them first. The only
  13. justwarren132
    Nov 13, 2014
    8
    Personnel opinion:
    Assassin's creed Unity is a good game despite all the negative reviews and the graphics can be hit or miss but overall they are better then black flags!!! One thing you must consider before buying this game is do you like the assassin's creed franchise if the answer is yes, then buy it if no then don't buy it and write review of how it's just another assassin's creed    Personnel opinion:
    Assassin's creed Unity is a good game despite all the negative reviews and the graphics can be hit or miss but overall they are better then black flags!!! One thing you must consider before buying this game is do you like the assassin's creed franchise if the answer is yes, then buy it if no then don't buy it and write review of how it's just another assassin's creed game, no **** its. Yes its going to have stealth missions so don't buy the **** game if that isn't your thing, overall the game is enjoyable and there is character development it's weaker then's Ezio's since we saw in 3 games, where as Arno is only currently in one game, the combat is better since theirs know more counter chain so the combat reminds me of AC2 and the new stealth mechanic is welcomed new addition since in previous games like Revelations and AC3 felt weird just walking around in a restricted area without anything to hind in other than a bush.

    Character Development:
    Better than AC3 but not as good as Ezio's (obvious reasons) and for people **** about being Arno as kid being annoying in AC2 you had to do **** chores liking carrying paintings and thats been praised as the best AC game ever.

    Storyline:
    I found it better than both AC3 and AC4 because it felt like you where fighting alongside a brotherhood and there was an actual struggle between Assassin's and the Templar's unlike AC4 where you didn't give a **** about the assassin's until the end

    Combat:
    I much welcome break from AC3 and AC4 god like chain kill mechanic, I understand when they introduce it into brotherhood because Ezio was a master assassin but being able to do that as a pirate right from the start from AC4 was wrong and I did enjoy the being able to role and dodge and being made to parry was good, and the game is actual hard if you get hit by two rifles you are dead which is a welcome change from never dying and one welcome changed which I wasn't really surprised after playing Watch Dogs was the skills and choosing your own weapon this is mostly cool when your killing people with a Katana, mostly because it's badass.

    Movement:
    The parkour controls feel more like AC2-Revelations being made to use the A button as well as the right trigger and descending from buildings is now easier. The stealth movement is a welcome addition which I felt they should of added ages ago.

    Graphics:
    A bit of lag I didn't mind and the NPC's walking around remind of Black flag graphic wise but the thing people are missing is the attention to detail because as well as the street designs theres interiors as well which aren't instant loads in and Ubisoft I believe are releasing a patch update for the Europe's release of the game which is today and due to the fact their stocks dropped by 12% but aside from the occasional frame rate drop for me it is the best looking game to look at.

    Missions:
    First let me say thank God you don't get desynchronised when you have been spotted and now there's barely any tail missions, I found the main missions to be enjoyable and I really like the Paris story missions which where always a welcomed break and I good place to make money. Now for the multiplayer the one thing that really pisses me of is that people go, Assassin's unity focuses too much on multiplayer and it's impossible to do it stealthy because of everyone else, but it isn't when you are with friends or you are communicating with other people which the developers stated you should be doing for it to be working effectively.

    Final verdict
    8/10 better than AC3 not as fun as AC4 but there is a lot more things to keep you occupied and with enjoyable customisation, and also don't read the review which have scored the game under 5 because it doesn't deserve games like Risen, Mindjack and Ride to hell should be getting those kind of scores    … Expand
  14. cgluch
    Nov 13, 2014
    7
    I haven't really played an Assassin's Creed game since AC2, but I figured I'd try this out. Granted, there are some bugs, but I'm not sure why everyone is destroying this game. Does it have any huge advancements that wow me? Not especially. Are there plenty of bugs that need to be worked out? Sure. Should Ubisoft have delayed launch to make sure the game was ready? Probably. ButI haven't really played an Assassin's Creed game since AC2, but I figured I'd try this out. Granted, there are some bugs, but I'm not sure why everyone is destroying this game. Does it have any huge advancements that wow me? Not especially. Are there plenty of bugs that need to be worked out? Sure. Should Ubisoft have delayed launch to make sure the game was ready? Probably. But it's an Assassin's Creed game that added some fun customization, slightly improved parkour-esque freerunning, and co-op story missions (granted, those have the most bugs to work out). I feel like Ubisoft has seen the public's response and will be doing their hardest to work out the kinks in the coming days. If they don't, I'll revise my review, but as of now I'm pleasantly surprised at how fun Assassin's Creed games are and a little sad I haven't kept up with the series.… Expand
  15. SaberEdge
    Nov 13, 2014
    10
    This game, like many others before it, is being targeted by the vocal internet trolls who love to hate, bash and exaggerate.

    Does Unity have some bugs? Yes, but they aren't nearly as bad as some of these people would lead you to believe. They are the sort of harmless bugs I see in most complex open world games. All I know is that Unity runs very well on my PC considering how amazing    This game, like many others before it, is being targeted by the vocal internet trolls who love to hate, bash and exaggerate.

    Does Unity have some bugs? Yes, but they aren't nearly as bad as some of these people would lead you to believe. They are the sort of harmless bugs I see in most complex open world games.

    All I know is that Unity runs very well on my PC considering how amazing it looks. And I am enjoying the game immensely. The story is the best yet in the series, in my opinion. I'm drawn in and legitimately want to know what happens next. It doesn't hurt that the cutscenes are so gobsmackingly beautiful.

    The gameplay is also the best in the series for me. The combat is harder and requires more skill and focus. I've actually died quite a few times in this game, which generally doesn't happen much to me in other AC games.

    The traversal is generally much smoother and more refined this time. The animations are incredibly detailed and varied and there is a greater sense of freedom of movement. Sometimes when using the controlled descent mechanics your character will kind of float unnaturally sideways as he is descending, but that is the only niggle I have with the new mechanics. Being able to climb up, over and around things so fluidly makes me feel like spiderman. I also like the fact that you can now enter so many buildings and use them as pathways while traversing through the city.

    Stealth has been improved dramatically. Finally we can crouch and take cover behind objects, which opens up all kinds of neat gameplay scenarios in the game. It's finally a proper stealth game. There is also a "last known position" mechanic, similar to that found in the recent Splinter Cell games, and it works well and allows you to use it to your advantage to attract and slip away from enemies.

    The mission structure is a lot better and more flexible than in previous entries. You are given a certain mission, but it can dynamically change this time. You aren't stuck completing it only one predefined way. There is also a much greater variety of different side missions you can tackle in the game. It all makes the game so addictive.

    As far as the visuals, all I can say is 'wow'. I can say without any hesitation nor hint of exaggeration that this is the best looking game I have played on PC. The lighting, shading and materials all look stunning. It's filled with detailed textures, volumetric smoke and fog, extremely detailed character models, the most realistic hair I've seen in a game, lots of neat shader work, and a host of advanced post effects.

    So far it is easily the best game in the series for me and one of the best games I've played this year.    … Expand
  16. Mikethewolf
    Nov 13, 2014
    6
    Updated review: Ok I am giving this game one more point. I am going to be as unbiased as possible ,but to all the people that are complaining this game is just like all the other games in the series....THAT'S KIND OF THE POINT OF A SEQUEL . If your are looking for a different game....go buy a different game thats not an assasins creed , you buy a sequel for the same game play with newUpdated review: Ok I am giving this game one more point. I am going to be as unbiased as possible ,but to all the people that are complaining this game is just like all the other games in the series....THAT'S KIND OF THE POINT OF A SEQUEL . If your are looking for a different game....go buy a different game thats not an assasins creed , you buy a sequel for the same game play with new maps and stories and some improvements , if your looking for a game that is just like the games you already liked , then this game is for you.(minus the improvements , there are allot of steps backwards here)

    If you like Assassins Creed games you will like this one....just nto as much at just about any other game in the series.

    The good differences
    New story....
    Co-op when it wants to work
    Better weapon options and look customization
    and um.........the companion app is sorta fun........i guess

    The bad differences
    Slower combat, less moves and diversity in combos , attacks and strategy.
    to top off the slow down in combat , anytime your fighting more then 4 or 5 guys the frame drops slowing things down even more.
    Less tactical options and gadgets - just not as many cool toys available as past games
    The combat itself is also dumbed down , in addition to being slower. Hell even your air assassination is not done right , you land on the guy knocking him to the ground and then you stab him like 2 seconds later.
    The story: Makes you feel like you have no connection to the assassins at all , just your a guy that has the bloodline and your doing it for no other reason then your revenge , your real world story doesn't have much of a connection or impact either ( and i only have like 2 missions left to go) I don't know where this trend of your hero can't be a hero and its cool to just be this anti hero that happens to do good things on the course of doing his selfish **** up thing came from but its played out already. I haven't seen a legit good guy in a video game in years. Especially the AC series .
    Peppershot 6 round pistol is ridiculous , i try not to use it unless someone else pulls out a gun , but when they do instead of having to worry about fighting and having to deal with a guy shooting at me during an enjoyable fight , i just pull it out and level everyone with it.

    TL:DR
    Fun game if you like the series , just not as good or deep as other games in the series. Not worth AAA price tag, wait till gets bugs fixed and is like $30 then it will be a solid to high 7.    … Expand
  17. Chowda
    Nov 13, 2014
    0
    In game micro-transactions.....I have to give it a zero because I won't be buying it.......

    I understand the psychology of putting them in the game as well. If I have to go on-line to a "store" then I can ignore it but to put a chest in game that I cannot/will not open pisses me off.........

    No thanks.
  18. NicktheZonie
    Nov 13, 2014
    10
    This game is brilliant in the sense that for the first time you feel like the city In which you inhabit is not just a façade. The crowds are alive (and sometimes unwilling to move out of your way), the buildings are open, and the setting feels truly interactive.

    In terms of Gameplay, I have experienced the opportunity to implement more strategy than in any other Assassin's Creed game.    This game is brilliant in the sense that for the first time you feel like the city In which you inhabit is not just a façade. The crowds are alive (and sometimes unwilling to move out of your way), the buildings are open, and the setting feels truly interactive.

    In terms of Gameplay, I have experienced the opportunity to implement more strategy than in any other Assassin's Creed game. Still enjoying it.    … Expand
  19. karco
    Nov 13, 2014
    5
    Same sh*t as always. Same repetitive, boring missions, same crappy non-historical story and cliched, non-charismatic characters. Game have tons of bugs and glitches. Graphic is only good thing in this game. But framerate and glitches spoil it too.

    Don't buy this sh*t!
  20. Old-dvd
    Nov 13, 2014
    9
    Huge Paris, huge crowds of people, magnificent graphics...

    I have to deliver to such game 1 because of bugs? I have to look at estimates of stupid journalists and believe this game is worse than Dragon age 2 or Shadow of Mordor? No.
  21. Mando44646
    Nov 13, 2014
    7
    Its more Assassins Creed. If you like AC, you will overall enjoy this. I know I do. But my reasons for giving in a 7/10 include:
    -unacceptably long load times (like 5 minutes and up after cut scenes)
    -constant, in your face, framerate drops -music pops in and out randomly -easy to jump off a building and fall into the netherworld below Paris until you die and respawn -removal of basic    Its more Assassins Creed. If you like AC, you will overall enjoy this. I know I do. But my reasons for giving in a 7/10 include:
    -unacceptably long load times (like 5 minutes and up after cut scenes)
    -constant, in your face, framerate drops
    -music pops in and out randomly
    -easy to jump off a building and fall into the netherworld below Paris until you die and respawn
    -removal of basic AC gameplay features like whistling to draw a guard's attention or dual hidden blade actions. why do I have to wait until halfway through the story to unlock guns? Its not like they are hard to come by.
    - finally, and most importantly to me, Ubisoft's continued use of 17/1800s Euro-centric settings. I mean, at least this isnt in North America for the 5th time. But Im sick of only European cultures. Do something different for once! Radically different eras and cultures would be appreciated.
    -oh and one more finally, Ubisoft's continued slow removal of the present day storyline is hugely detrimental. That metanarrative is one of the things that makes me so interested in the franchise and incentives me to continue buying new games.

    One good thing? Arno isnt a complete **** like Edward in AC4 was.    … Expand
  22. Boney
    Nov 13, 2014
    0
    Buggy, boring, repetitive garbage. ""nihil novi sub sole" seems to be Ubisoft's new business motto. Worst entry in the series to date. I hope ubisoft (and it's customers) learn a valuable lesson from this heap of rubbish.
  23. Vickes
    Nov 13, 2014
    0
    **** strikes again, after a fiasco will watch dogs play ... there came the turn of the AC ... does not match anything with WHAT she had promised for the game ... well even diss this unplayable running below 30 fps .
  24. Sweettoothx88
    Nov 13, 2014
    0
    it's sad most of the critics review are either fake and they dint even play the game or have been bought by ubisoft always go off the user score then the critic score game is horrible and is not optimize with huge amount of bugs dont buy it
  25. silverdragonaut
    Nov 13, 2014
    3
    I would say that AC Unity is a good game. Nice Graphics, good Gameplay and Story. The Control of Arno is a little bit confusing and sometimes he reacts wrong or goes to another direction. AC Unity also has a lot of performance problems. But the big problem with this game is, that UBISOFT started the Microtransactions. That makes the Game a bit **** Stop that Ubisoft, your Money greed isI would say that AC Unity is a good game. Nice Graphics, good Gameplay and Story. The Control of Arno is a little bit confusing and sometimes he reacts wrong or goes to another direction. AC Unity also has a lot of performance problems. But the big problem with this game is, that UBISOFT started the Microtransactions. That makes the Game a bit **** Stop that Ubisoft, your Money greed is disgusting.… Expand
  26. diablohitman
    Nov 13, 2014
    9
    First thing if your looking for a game what plays like AC4 then go find rogue if your looking for a game that goes back to what the series used to be then Unity is god damn amazing.

    First if you have been hearing its much of the same its not excaly true. Yes the series mantains the feel that it has for years it has just drop the "fresh fan favorite" of naval combat. Unity however has    First thing if your looking for a game what plays like AC4 then go find rogue if your looking for a game that goes back to what the series used to be then Unity is god damn amazing.

    First if you have been hearing its much of the same its not excaly true. Yes the series mantains the feel that it has for years it has just drop the "fresh fan favorite" of naval combat. Unity however has added some thing to the core mechanics that i have been begging for for years. First freerunninng its its VASTLY improved looking critically it not giant changes to the the system but these few changes make freerunning less aggravating slow affairs of previous games to fun precise and fluid. The main aggravation i've had playing AC games is when the game constantly trys to guess what you want and guesses wrong i.e jumping up the wrong things or doing the automatic jump in the wrong direction etc. In my time with unity i have not once had this problem. assigning buttons to if you want to slide or of climb instead of it being automatic gives you alot more control. Further the parkour up and down feature makes climbing better and not a chore to transverse. you can now move and flow along buildings in the direction you want how you want easily and its great.

    stealth also has been tweaked giving the guards a last known location instead of just running after you provides a more realistic approach to guards then them just knowing what direction you ran also provides a method of distraction or luring them to a location. A simple but a much needed feature is the crouch and snap to cover button. simple mechanic thats hardly groundbreaking but for AC it was sorely needed now and silently creep by and hide easily instead of just standing awkwardly on a corner and then trying to walk past.

    Admittedly im not far into the story as i am normally when i review( i normally wait until i finish but im a good way though it) the story personally is catching to me its engaged and intrigued me and character wise i love arno already. Im one of Internets few lovers of connor and i ended up really like edward but they toke a while before i did (especially edward) but Arno got my attention much quicker.

    Visually the game is jaw dropping the environments are richly detailed and huge i found myself disabling my hood and just walking the streets trying to take it all in. To make it even better cut-scenes look just as great as the game play to the extent of once i didn't realize it brought me back into the game.

    performance wise I know there have been alot of issues but i have been luckly graced with none of them yet (knock on wood) and i have tried some of the missions and things what are glitched as far as visual quality i had 2 or 3 stutters while free running but it has since stoped. For those of you who have them i understand it extremely frustrating and ubisoft already said they are working on it but i implore you not to be so negative scoring wise as the game itself is fantastic and your issues will be addressed.

    now then i have been very positive about unity but their are some things that aggravate me. First i think its everyone's grip of the chest on your map only being open with the companion app or initiates. The amount of times ive been prompted about initiates is frustrating and although i shouldnt have a problem once i link past games to it its still annoying. Also the companion app is just the run of the mill mission flash games where you tap a few buttons and wait for completion. I do think the detailed map is cool and helpful but i hate walking by these chests and not being able to open them. I prefer them not being visble on the map. Now the one good thing about them is they dont really hold anything vastly needed just some extra gear which is still good but there's no rush and i can mess with the companion app when im waiting around for other things. other wise id have given it a lower score for it now another grip ive seen around is macro transactions. Personally im just as aggravated at them but then its only for a easy way to buy gear yes gear is expensive but i prefer the gear i find and im no stranger to painfully trying to raise in game money to but things in AC( 3 was annoying ) so if you dont wanna pay any money then just work and pay for it just like the old AC.

    This AC goes back to being a member of the brotherhood of assassins and being a deadly assassins in a rich grand historical setting and city while great 3 and 4 stepped away form what AC used to be and unity goes back to that love it or hate is up to you thats why rogue exists    … Expand
  27. Mattyboysmith
    Nov 13, 2014
    2
    Poor performance, dull story line and mirco -transaction requests when opening treasure chests now.

    Total insult to Assassin's Creed Fans and the last Ubisoft product I will be buy for a very long time.
  28. GABRIEL1030
    Nov 13, 2014
    0
    This game is repetitive, the most funny fact is that it runs at 720p and 20 FPS, is a bad product full of glitches and poor optimized. In the market there are better products for the same price. UbiLoL again cheating gamers.
  29. The_Shed
    Nov 13, 2014
    9
    Yes, the framerate is choppy quite frequently, and the poor decision to bump the NPC count to 5,000 leads to a lot of grim pop-in and other issues- but Assassins Creed Unity is the best game in the series from a gameplay standpoint.

    Open world - massively improved Graphics - notwithstanding frequent (but not constant) issues, massively improved Combat - massively improved, has fixed    Yes, the framerate is choppy quite frequently, and the poor decision to bump the NPC count to 5,000 leads to a lot of grim pop-in and other issues- but Assassins Creed Unity is the best game in the series from a gameplay standpoint.

    Open world - massively improved
    Graphics - notwithstanding frequent (but not constant) issues, massively improved
    Combat - massively improved, has fixed the series' combat essentially. Actually difficult now, when against more than 3 enemies or high level enemies. Quick reflexes required - better than Batman or Mordor's combat.
    Side missions - hugely, hugely improved. Several of the murder mysteries are better than Wolf Among Us or Batman's detective work. There are so many of them and they are so brilliantly varied.
    Customisation - hugely improved. So many colours and clothing options, like a full-blown RPG.
    Free-running and gameplay systems - amazing. Free running still occasionally misses the mark, but such an improvement. Also new resources like Creed Points actually incentivise playing well.
    Story - excellent. Best writing in the series, Arno is great, way better than Ezio. Matches AAA fiction like Game of Thrones quite often. Really good stuff.

    A problem will crop up every 10 minutes or so - sudden framerate drop or bad clipping or stupid NPC AI or pop-in - but the other 9 minutes will be brilliant entertainment. What the Assassin's Creed series should have been since the first one.

    PS microtransactions are entirely ignorable and the Companion app stuff seems decent. Don't like it, don't use it.    … Expand
  30. Rem
    Nov 13, 2014
    6
    In many ways, Assassins Creed Unity represents what the series is about, massive and sprawling worlds and a deep sense of place. However it also fails to cover up that much of the series tends to be unpolished, meta-physical messes that never quite reach their potential. In Assassins Creed Unity, the technical achievements are marred by the insulting framerate and weaker emphasis on story.In many ways, Assassins Creed Unity represents what the series is about, massive and sprawling worlds and a deep sense of place. However it also fails to cover up that much of the series tends to be unpolished, meta-physical messes that never quite reach their potential. In Assassins Creed Unity, the technical achievements are marred by the insulting framerate and weaker emphasis on story. And don't expect the gameplay to be any different, Ubisoft is just milking the franchise at this point.… Expand
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#51 Best Xbox One Game of 2014
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#7 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2014
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#22 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2014

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 59
  3. Negative: 2 out of 59
  1. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Feb 15, 2015
    50
    Paris shows some promise, but it's hard to enjoy a game when it's so nauseating, even if it does suggest a return to the series' best ideas. Maybe next year. [Issue#119, p.65]
  2. CD-Action
    Jan 9, 2015
    70
    As the first next-gen addition to the series Unity is a stepping stone on the way to something outstanding, but not an outstanding game in its own right. [13/2014, p.32]
  3. Games Master UK
    Dec 30, 2014
    75
    If you're invested in the classic AC style, this will do the trick. You'll love being a part of Ubisoft's Paris. [Jan 2015, p.68]
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