Assassin's Creed Valhalla

 Xbox Series X
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1096 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 211 out of 1096
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  1. UnItY89
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    From graphical standpoint this game is absolute masterclass, they really hit the nail with both Norway and England. This game's soundtrack is one of the most beautiful and relaxing soundtracks i have heard in long time in any video game. Combat is good, cities look interesting enough. There's many places to climb and parkour on. Overall very good.
  2. stressenough
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    What can i say? It's good, but i'm hardcore Assassin's Creed fan, sue me lol. Some bugs, but that's expected in so big game. Red Dead Redemption 2 had bugs just like this one, bought both day 1 and i'm sure these will be fixed. But both maps (Norway and England) are not only big, they are interesting. There's like caves and underground bunkers and stuff, basically a lot to explore. ParkourWhat can i say? It's good, but i'm hardcore Assassin's Creed fan, sue me lol. Some bugs, but that's expected in so big game. Red Dead Redemption 2 had bugs just like this one, bought both day 1 and i'm sure these will be fixed. But both maps (Norway and England) are not only big, they are interesting. There's like caves and underground bunkers and stuff, basically a lot to explore. Parkour and story are better than previous two games.… Expand
  3. matmij
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    No game is perfect, but Assassins Creed Valhalla is consistent. Consistent as in the story, side quests, world activities, and the gameplay itself holds the same standard; which in this case is a good one.

    I loved playing this game, it is my favorite Assassins creed and brings the activities of the old Assassins Creed back into play. The story is full of plots and twists and the    No game is perfect, but Assassins Creed Valhalla is consistent. Consistent as in the story, side quests, world activities, and the gameplay itself holds the same standard; which in this case is a good one.

    I loved playing this game, it is my favorite Assassins creed and brings the activities of the old Assassins Creed back into play. The story is full of plots and twists and the settlement mechanic means players must work to see the lives of their NPC's grow and become more fruitful characters. Whilst Valhalla can improve on many elements, such as the bugs or sometimes wonky animations; it is genuinely a great game by Ubisoft.

    I can't recommend this game enough and whilst I wouldn't consider it a must-play; I can definitely mark it as an enjoyable odyssey that triumphs where previous Assassin's Creeds have failed. I really recommend you get this game, it is a brilliant experience and plays amazing on both new next-gen consoles.    … Expand
  4. storytelling
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Already have a feeling i'm gonna play this for very long time, it reminds me mixture of AC Unity and AC 4 Black Flag. Unity because parkour and darker overall tone and Black Flag because huge open world with so much places to explore and discover. Can't wait to see what they do with Paris or Ireland.
  5. freewarrior
    Nov 21, 2020
    10
    Thank you so much Ubisoft for making this otherwise empty and boring (in terms of games) November so much better.
  6. nocomments
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Graphics - 9.6 of 10, Music - 9.4 of 10, Story - 8.6 of 10, variety of enemies - 8.8 of 10, fun factor - 9.4 of 10.
  7. FightTonight
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    There really haven't been epic open world games like this in 2020, so now i have something to play until 2020 ends. Other than some bugs (not a lot), it's been nice.
  8. RDR100
    Nov 22, 2020
    10
    Decent writing, cool enough characters, beautiful graphics, big open world and hidden blade is back!
  9. Realistreview
    Nov 27, 2020
    10
    One of the best games i have played in 2020, it has two big maps and then some more, but i don't wanna spoil. It's worth it.
  10. timebygoesby
    Nov 29, 2020
    10
    Might be my favorite map of any Ubisoft game ever. Sure, i like Paris in Unity and Black Flag has generally interesting map, but Valhalla is just new level. Very beautiful game.
  11. HGF67
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    Я провел около десяти часов, и игра пока отличная, да, было несколько ошибок, но теперь они исчезли с патчем. Люди, которые говорят, что это рескин или копипаст, лгут себе и всем остальным и явно не играли в игру. ubisoft включил эту работу, и это ни в коем случае не является изменением. мир прекрасен, а история интригует. и я, например, люблю жестокие бои.Я провел около десяти часов, и игра пока отличная, да, было несколько ошибок, но теперь они исчезли с патчем. Люди, которые говорят, что это рескин или копипаст, лгут себе и всем остальным и явно не играли в игру. ubisoft включил эту работу, и это ни в коем случае не является изменением. мир прекрасен, а история интригует. и я, например, люблю жестокие бои.
  12. TheQuietMan
    Oct 17, 2021
    10
    That game is EPIC. I play on Xbox Series X and it is extremly fast, smooth, high fps, quick loadings - pure fun. I have 98 hours, mabe 40% of story and still a lot things to do, not bored even for the moment. In my opinion the best Assassin's Creed ever... one of the best games ever.
    Stuning story, great open world, nice quest, settlement expansion, river invasions and much more new ideas    That game is EPIC. I play on Xbox Series X and it is extremly fast, smooth, high fps, quick loadings - pure fun. I have 98 hours, mabe 40% of story and still a lot things to do, not bored even for the moment. In my opinion the best Assassin's Creed ever... one of the best games ever.
    Stuning story, great open world, nice quest, settlement expansion, river invasions and much more new ideas for interresting gameplay. What I appreciate the most is the combat - very immersive, precise, well developed - the best in series.

    The only thing I could change is world colors - sometimes too much colorful - I prefer much more real colors of grass, trees, etc...similar to RDR2.... but I understand that it depends on your taste.    … Expand
  13. Chain_Affinity
    Dec 12, 2020
    0
    Game-breaking bugs make this game literally unplayable. I have nothing else to say.
  14. Airsick1972
    Nov 30, 2020
    0
    Don’t waste your money. AC doesn’t know what they are anymore. It’s a lackluster game half put together with cringe dialogue
  15. flum0x
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    Best AC since Unity. Valhalla is a huge step backward, to older AC.
    1. Parkour is become useful. Now it in game not just because it's AC. It's a feature now, not rudiment.
    2. Graphics very beautiful, even on mid settings. Almost no stutter and low fps on my RX550FX6300. 3. For me, Valhalla don't have grind, but grind is subjective thing. 4. It don't seems familiar to Witcher. Now it    Best AC since Unity. Valhalla is a huge step backward, to older AC.
    1. Parkour is become useful. Now it in game not just because it's AC. It's a feature now, not rudiment.
    2. Graphics very beautiful, even on mid settings. Almost no stutter and low fps on my RX550FX6300.
    3. For me, Valhalla don't have grind, but grind is subjective thing.
    4. It don't seems familiar to Witcher. Now it seems like RDR2. Mysteries is like strangers from GTAV and RDR2. Game become slower, so who don't liked RDR2 may find Valhalla boring.
    5. Story is fascinating, and connecting Origins, Odyssey and Valhalla to first AC titles.
    6. Bugs. Boats flying in Vinland, flying drakkar, everything flying on 1.0.2 patch. But there's no critical errors.
    This is wonderful game and, im sure, it'll become more wonderful with future patches and DLC's.
    #ACSISTERHOOD    … Expand
  16. Kev_98654
    Dec 14, 2020
    8
    The best thing about this game is the great story! The over-arching 'real-world' story salvages the mess the lore was in until this point and makes sense of it all while also leaving it open for future games. It's told in a vrry creative way with multiple threads coming together to form a complete picture. Love it

    If, like me, you'd stoppee playing these games because the story was all    The best thing about this game is the great story! The over-arching 'real-world' story salvages the mess the lore was in until this point and makes sense of it all while also leaving it open for future games. It's told in a vrry creative way with multiple threads coming together to form a complete picture. Love it

    If, like me, you'd stoppee playing these games because the story was all over the place, then this is a great time to jump back in.    … Expand
  17. AllMight87
    Feb 9, 2021
    0
    Nice game, I reach 100 hour game and 2 times lost the saving , in total I wasted 8 h gameplay to then lose the save, because this game is bugged. Many people reported this bug. My advice... play it on ps5, or don’t play it at all.
  18. Jack_33
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    Surprisingly good Assassin's Creed game, not only better than Odyssey, but it's just so much better. But it's pretty obvious that tons of people don't understand the appeal of Snowy Norway or Beautiful England and just call it boring. That's a shame, but whatever. To me 5 hours long Spiderman Miles Morales is boring, so to each their own i guess.
  19. kingsandqueens
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Unlike Odyssey, this one is worth trying out, it's actually really solid AC game. I have played it over 20 hours already and can't get enough of it.
  20. Zhadefromdark
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Assassin's Creed is not something you can quickly finish and move on to next "cool game". This game series focuses on exploration, stealth and really just enjoying the environments.
    Of course it also has brutal combat and all that cool stuff, but what i'm trying to say is that it's not your average 5-10 hour game. If you don't wanna actually enjoy it and take your time, there's no point    Assassin's Creed is not something you can quickly finish and move on to next "cool game". This game series focuses on exploration, stealth and really just enjoying the environments.
    Of course it also has brutal combat and all that cool stuff, but what i'm trying to say is that it's not your average 5-10 hour game. If you don't wanna actually enjoy it and take your time, there's no point playing it. I have a feeling so many people still don't understand that AC never was and never will be linear short game.    … Expand
  21. swordman
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Okay, ummmm i mean it's actually very good. I was hoping it will be good, but i wasn't sure tbh. So far i'm absolutely loving it. Easily one of the better games of 2020.
  22. Big-Goro
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Bestes Spiel dieses Jahr. Die Welt ist 100 mal schöner als bei der Witcher. Sehr gut Geschichte und brutal. Das Spiel richtet sich an 30+.. Viele junge Menschen werden es nicht verstehen genau wie die Tester von Game Star!
  23. Wildpaw
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Top notch! It's so much fun, the gameplay is smooth, the atmosphere is awesome.
  24. CC893
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Not like Norway and England are already enough content, they are going to add Ireland and Paris too?? Can't wait, this is too good already!
  25. daylightssd
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Graphically absolutely stunning open world! I was truly hoping it to to be good, but i wasn't ready for that much awesomeness. Really well done, one of the best of 2020.
  26. jazz89
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    Reminds me black flag, parkour kinda feels like unity. Overall cities, buildings, norway, england, everything is just so well made. Gonna play this for very long time. Can't wait for Ireland dlc.
  27. fromyesterday
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    There's only four games from 2020 that i can say truly deserve to be nominated at "The Game Awards", these are : Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Doom Eternal, Half Life Alyx and Assassin's creed Valhalla. Tony Hawk 1+2 Remake was really nice, but come on, all in all it's not that revolutionary.
  28. Durden_is_ALIVE
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Kept the features of AC Odyssey and improved them. In 2020 this is a good game! I would recommend to every AC fan.
  29. MM876
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Pretty good, pretty good! Enjoying it a lot actually, way more than i expected. I tried to keep my expectations low and it surprised me.
  30. tetrisx
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Positives: Graphics, world, characters, story, music.
    Negatives: Loading times could be better, some bugs.
    Overall: Very good, but needs some patches.
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#4 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2020
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#1 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2020

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84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. Cubed3
    Dec 23, 2021
    80
    It is highly satisfying completing a story arc or traversing the world and finding things that you felt that other players might not have stumbled across due to the nature of the open world and its use of way finders. The lack of load times on Xbox Series S is truly impressive given the nature of environments, landscape, and elements that are present on screen. There were a few issues from characters floating in mid-air, bizarre enemy AI, and straight up freezes, although these were far and few between given the scope of it all. Intuitive and varied combat help keep things fresh, even if it does take a fair few hours of gameplay to really get going. Assassin's Creed Valhalla is a thoroughly enjoyable, open-world RPG that is an absolute must for Xbox owners.
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  2. CD-Action
    Feb 8, 2021
    85
    In many aspects Valhalla resembles most of Ubisoft’s games, but fortunately progression feels a lot more natural this time around. The game’s not perfect but I had lots of fun conquering new territories, plundering churches, and pillaging coastal villages while following a mature story and enjoying gorgeous, believable medieval Britain. [13/2020, p.26]
  3. Edge Magazine
    Dec 3, 2020
    80
    What could have been an elephants' graveyard of forgotten ideas instead feels like a series-wide victory lap. [Issue#353, p.96]
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