Assassin's Creed

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  • Summary: The first game in the Assassin's Creed franchise is set in 1191 AD, when the Third Crusade was tearing the Holy Land apart. Shrouded in secrecy and feared for their ruthlessness, the Assassins intend to stop the hostilities by suppressing both sides of the conflict. Players, assuming theThe first game in the Assassin's Creed franchise is set in 1191 AD, when the Third Crusade was tearing the Holy Land apart. Shrouded in secrecy and feared for their ruthlessness, the Assassins intend to stop the hostilities by suppressing both sides of the conflict. Players, assuming the role of the main character Altair, have the power to throw their immediate environment into chaos and to shape events during this pivotal moment in history. [Ubisoft]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 77
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 77
  3. Negative: 0 out of 77
  1. 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.
  2. Pelit (Finland)
    92
    About as atmospheric game as they come. The cities of the Holy Land are rendered so beautifully that simply exploring your surroundings feels exciting. It's a pity that there's really not much else to do than rush to your next assassination target. Fortunately, the core gameplay of climbing up walls and slicing up guards never gets boring. [Dec 2007]
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  3. Boomtown
    90
    Even with "Halo 3" and "Bioshock" adding to my 360 game collection, Assassin’s Creed has stepped in and stopped me worrying about what to choose for our ‘Game Of The Year’ article this year. Clear enough for you?
  4. DailyGame
    85
    The open-world genre has never looked so good, but it could've played a bit more realistically given the subject matter. A few fewer Biblical references would've been nice, too.
  5. GameTap
    80
    A game that attempts a lot of major development moves and it shows a lot of promise, even if it isn't always executed well.
  6. 1UP
    70
    It attempts a lot of ambitious things and it almost succeeds at every one. But it's apparent that these grandiose ideas may have been a little too much to master the first go-round. But hey, at least the groundwork is laid for a killer sequel -- right, Ubisoft?
  7. X-ONE Magazine UK
    50
    No game, regardless of what it may be, can try and get away with developing one level and then replicating it over the course of 12 hours. A massive shame, because there are some truly breathtaking elements. [Issue 27, p.82]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 197 out of 347
  2. Mixed: 105 out of 347
  3. Negative: 45 out of 347
  1. JulioD.
    Jun 12, 2008
    10
    Although not completely historically accurate. The game still has a fascinating and well thought out story with good replayable gameplay. Although not completely historically accurate. The game still has a fascinating and well thought out story with good replayable gameplay. This game also has awesome graphics and cool cutscenes. Each character is unique and important to storyline and dialog is interesting.… Expand
  2. 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 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… Expand
  4. qwerm
    Aug 31, 2022
    9
    It was just a great idea - you are an assassin and at the same time an ordinary bartender. Switching between time periods; millennium-longIt was just a great idea - you are an assassin and at the same time an ordinary bartender. Switching between time periods; millennium-long worldwide conspiracies; good stealth mechanics and assassinations...… Expand
  5. leedsunitedfan3
    Nov 27, 2013
    8
    I think if they re made this game keeping the story but making it less reptative it would be a 10.
  6. addie_ho
    Jun 16, 2012
    7
    I wish it has subtitle because i'm not good at English. I had to go to Assassin's Creed for more information about the story line after iI wish it has subtitle because i'm not good at English. I had to go to Assassin's Creed for more information about the story line after i finished the game. The battle are quite fun, i enjoyed it when many guards surrounded me. They should show the scene of story as a film. It would be much better and less boring for those who want to know about the story.… Expand
  7. Aarvex
    Nov 21, 2011
    6
    I applaud Ubisoft for this games creativity. The story is highly entertaining and the freerunning mechanic is fun as hell. Now Altair, theI applaud Ubisoft for this games creativity. The story is highly entertaining and the freerunning mechanic is fun as hell. Now Altair, the main protagonist is very badass but really you just can't relate to him. The game is repetitive, and is beat by Grand Theft Auto in terms of wanting to just mess around and not progress. I love the beautiful open world but then there are the controls. They are pitiful and difficult. The sequel changed them for a reason.… Expand
  8. luca-tampellini
    Jun 22, 2021
    0
    Religious references in games should really be avoided: in the same way as any entertainment product openly disrespecting Muslims isReligious references in games should really be avoided: in the same way as any entertainment product openly disrespecting Muslims is prosecuted, so should happen to this game for openly depicting Christians as evil forces.… Expand

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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