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Which do you think is the best Assassin's Creed game? This is a question that has been on the minds of many gamers, especially with the release of a new mainline Assassin's Creed game this month. In order to determine the best and worst games in the series, GameCentral has taken on the task of playing through all of them.
Since its debut in 2007, Assassin's Creed has become Ubisoft's most prominent franchise. Although the days of yearly releases have come to an end, there are still a significant number of entries for a series that is only 18 years old. In fact, there are currently 10 Assassin's Creed projects in development, according to a recent report. The next game, Assassin's Creed Shadows, is highly anticipated and is expected to turn the company's fortunes around after a disappointing financial year.
But before we dive into Shadows, let's take a moment to reflect on the legacy of Assassin's Creed so far. We'll be focusing on the mainline entries, as counting the multitude of spin-offs would take all day. So, without further ado, let's begin our journey through the series.
13. Assassin's Creed Unity was released in 2014 and was a rough year for the franchise. With two major releases that year, neither of them were received well. Unity, set during the French Revolution, is considered to be the worst of the two. It was marketed as the first entry to feature co-op multiplayer, but instead, it is remembered for its disastrous launch, lack of playable female characters, and the absence of French accents in the English dub. Even when it is working properly, Unity falls short in terms of gameplay and story, with a lack of parkour and a weak protagonist. At least it was visually stunning.
12. Assassin's Creed Rogue, on the other hand, takes the beloved Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag and turns it into a prequel. While this may have seemed like a smart move, it ultimately lacked its own identity. Many people tend to forget about this game, as it was rushed and initially only released for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 while Unity was for current-gen consoles. The naval combat is still enjoyable and the story, which gives players the chance to play as a Templar, is actually quite good.
11. Assassin's Creed Syndicate takes players to 19th century London, which is impressively designed and remains one of the highlights of the game. However, the same cannot be said for the rest of the game. While it is by no means a bad game, it plays it safe and lacks any real excitement. The soundtrack is excellent and the twin protagonists are entertaining, but otherwise, Syndicate is forgettable. It's a shame, as it could have been a great representation of a major city in the series.
10. The first Assassin's Creed game, released in 2007, had a peculiar start. While it was a hit, it wasn't particularly good. The missions were extremely repetitive and lacked variety. However, it stood out for its unique historical setting, which was rare in other games at the time. The emphasis on stealth and parkour was also more prevalent in this game, but it was done better in the sequels. This game also introduced some of the longest running issues in the series, such as a convoluted plot and bland protagonists.
So, how well do you think the original Assassin's Creed has held up?
9. Assassin's Creed 3 was released in 2012 and was considered a necessary evolution for the series, with its expansive tale set in 18th century Colonial America. However, its reputation has not aged well. The open world is filled with too many side quests and map icons, making it feel like a parody of modern Ubisoft games. The combat is dull and the story is too long and drawn out, with a lengthy prologue that is hard to get through.
8. Assassin's Creed Origins, released in 2017, was a major turning point for the series. It moved away from its stealth game origins and incorporated action role-playing elements that have become a staple in the series. However, its successors have used the formula to better effect. Despite being a significant change for the series, Origins did little to address past issues and retained many of the same problems. The open world, set in Ancient Egypt, is impressive but also lackluster in some areas. The stealth has been dumbed down to the point where the protagonist, Bayek, seems clumsy and uncoordinated.
7. After years of action role-playing games, Ubisoft decided to return to the series' stealth game roots with Assassin's Creed Mirage, set in 9th century Baghdad. While it may not have been as big as other entries, Mirage offered a more streamlined experience compared to the bloated games of the mid-2010s. It was a great alternative for players with busy schedules.
Now that we've covered the bottom half of the list, stay tuned for the top six Assassin's Creed games. Which game do you think will come out on top? Share your thoughts with us.
Which do you think is the best Assassin's Creed game? With a new mainline Assassin's Creed game being released this month, GameCentral has taken on the task of ranking the entire series to determine the best and worst games. It's been quite a journey since the first game was released in 2007, with the franchise becoming easily Ubisoft's most popular and recognized. And even though yearly releases have ended, there are still a multitude of entries for a franchise that is only 18 years old.
According to a recent report, there are currently 10 Assassin's Creed projects in development. The next one, titled "Assassin's Creed Shadows", is highly anticipated as Ubisoft hopes it will turn their fortunes around after a disappointing financial year. So, with Shadows just a few weeks away, let's take a moment to reflect on the legacy of Assassin's Creed so far and determine which games stand out as the best - and which ones are better left to be forgotten by history. For the sake of this ranking, we will only be considering the mainline entries as counting the spin-offs would take all day.
Starting off at the bottom of the list is "Assassin's Creed Unity", released in 2014. It was a tough year for Assassin's Creed, with two major releases that both fell short. "Unity" is often remembered for its buggy launch, lack of playable female characters in multiplayer, and the absence of French accents in the English dub. Even when the game is functioning properly, it lacks the excitement and charm of previous entries, with a weak protagonist and minimal parkour. However, it does have stunning graphics.
Next up is "Assassin's Creed Rogue", which attempted to recreate the success of "Black Flag" by serving as a prequel. Unfortunately, it lacked its own identity and was rushed as it was initially only released for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 while "Unity" was for current-gen consoles. The naval combat, a highlight of "Black Flag", is still enjoyable but overall the game feels forgettable. However, it does offer a unique opportunity to play as a Templar.
"Assassin's Creed Syndicate" takes the 11th spot, with its open world set in 19th century London being the standout feature. However, it falls short in other areas as it plays it safe and lacks innovation. The soundtrack and one of the two protagonists are entertaining, but overall the game is forgettable. It's a shame as it offers the best representation of a major city in the series.
The original "Assassin's Creed" game, released in 2007, takes the 10th spot. It may have been a hit, but it wasn't particularly good with repetitive missions and a simplistic approach. What drew people to the game was its unique historical setting, which was rare in other titles at the time. It also introduced the series' ongoing issues, such as convoluted plots and bland protagonists.
Moving on to the 9th spot is "Assassin's Creed 3", which would have ranked higher a decade ago when it was still fresh. In 2012, its efforts to expand and take risks were praised, but now its reputation has suffered. The open world is filled with activities and side quests, almost parodying complaints about modern Ubisoft games. The combat is dull and the story is too long-winded, with a lengthy prologue.
"Assassin's Creed Origins" is a major turning point for the series as it shifts from stealth to action role-playing elements. However, its successors have used this formula more effectively. In 2017, "Origins" felt like a missed opportunity as it didn't fix many of the previous games' issues and the open world, set in Ancient Egypt, lacked excitement and was often empty. The stealth was also disappointing, making the experienced protagonist seem clumsy.
Taking the 7th spot is "Assassin's Creed Mirage", a return to the series' stealth roots set in 9th century Baghdad. In a time where modern Assassin's Creed games were bloated and overwhelming, "Mirage" offered a more streamlined and enjoyable experience. It pays homage to the first game and stands out as a great alternative for those with busy schedules.
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