The Assassin’s Creed franchise has maintained its trademark historical settings throughout its history but its newest game release introduced unexpected elements which caught even its most dedicated followers off guard. Ubisoft developed a game which creates both nostalgic feelings and experimental gameplay through its handling of core series elements from its established gameplay principles.
A Return to “Social Stealth”
The upcoming game returns to the “social stealth” mechanic after its previous titles which focused on large-scale combat and role-playing game character development. The fans discovered that they can once again hide successfully by blending into crowds and using benches instead of running into battles with an axe.
The Smaller, Denser World
Recent entries featured maps that were so massive players found them overwhelming to navigate. The developers selected one detailed city as their map choice instead of using multiple countries. The map features a reduced size which allows access to all buildings while every alleyway serves a specific function that encourages players to explore instead of traveling.
A Lack of “XP Grinding”
The game features an unexpected design choice because it removed the traditional method of leveling through experience points. You no longer have to complete twenty side missions just to be “strong enough” to play the next story chapter. The game allows players to execute assassinations if they have the necessary skills regardless of their calculated “stats.”
Direct Connections to the Original Game
The story functions as a sequel which leads directly into the original Assassin’s Creed game. The players experienced shock when they encountered familiar locations from the game which included younger versions of the franchise’s iconic characters.
More Realistic Parkour
The movement system has been redesigned to create a “heavier” experience which uses momentum as its primary movement force. Players must search for handholds to climb to rooftops because they can no longer ascend flat vertical walls like Spider-Man.
Tools Over Superpowers
The former mythological entries have removed their “god-like” abilities from the gameplay experience. The game system centers around players using smoke bombs and noisemakers and throwing knives as their main combat tools. The return to “gadget-based” gameplay requires players to solve combat situations through their current battle tools.
Investigative Missions
Players cannot locate their target by following the golden icon on the map. Players must now gather clues and eavesdrop on conversations and pickpocket notes to figure out the location and identity of their mark, making you feel like a true detective.
One-Hit Assassinations
The fans celebrated the return of the “Hidden Blade” which now guarantees a one-hit kill. The recent game update restores the blade’s former status as the most dangerous weapon in gaming after high-level enemies could previously survive a neck stab.
Moral Ambiguity
The story shows Assassins as imperfect heroes who possess both exceptional qualities and significant faults. The movie shows how the Assassins use their creed to operate within a moral gray area which leads to consequences that damage cities they aim to protect.
