Assassin's Creed® Unity

Developer: Ubisoft
Release: Nov 11th 2014
Platforms:
Action
Adventure
Immersive
Parkour
Historic
Buggy
Launcher
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" Immersive action-adventure with stunning Paris and fluid parkour but persistent bugs and crashes "

Assassin's Creed® Unity Review

Assassin's Creed Unity is a visually stunning open-world game set during the French Revolution, praised for its detailed recreation of Paris and fluid parkour mechanics. Players appreciate the immersive city environment, rich historical atmosphere, and the game's ambitious scale. The story and character development receive mixed reactions, with some finding it engaging while others consider it lacking depth.

Despite its strengths, Unity suffers from persistent bugs and technical issues even years after release, including crashes, launcher problems, and performance inconsistencies. The Ubisoft Connect launcher and mandatory online requirements frustrate many players. Multiplayer co-op is enjoyed but limited by design. Combat and controls receive mixed feedback, with some praising fluidity and others citing clunky or buggy mechanics. Overall, Unity is seen as a flawed but rewarding Assassin’s Creed experience, especially after patches, with a dedicated fanbase valuing its gameplay and setting but wary of its technical shortcomings.

Highlights

The game's most praised aspects include its exceptional graphics and meticulous Parisian architecture, which bring 18th-century France to life. Players enjoy the smooth and enjoyable parkour mechanics that allow for dynamic movement through the city. The setting during the French Revolution provides a unique and immersive backdrop, complemented by a decent storyline and interesting lore. Character customization and combat variety are also noted positively, along with the engaging multiplayer co-op mode.

Many players highlight the atmosphere and crowd dynamics as a standout feature, making the city feel alive and vibrant, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

Criticisms

Common criticisms focus on the game's numerous bugs and technical issues, including frequent crashes, launcher problems, and save game instability. The Ubisoft Connect launcher is widely disliked for its intrusive login requirements and poor optimization. Players report clunky controls, awkward climbing mechanics, and camera issues that disrupt gameplay flow. The story is sometimes described as underwhelming or disjointed, with pacing problems and lack of emotional impact. Multiplayer co-op is limited and requires friends to unlock fully. Additionally, some find the map cluttered and missions repetitive, while others criticize the game's difficulty balancing and enemy AI glitches.

Overall, players feel the game could benefit from better polish and more streamlined mechanics.

Pros

  • Stunning recreation of Paris with rich historical detail and immersive environments.
  • Smooth and fluid parkour mechanics enable dynamic and enjoyable traversal.
  • Engaging multiplayer co-op mode adds replayability and social fun.
  • Wide range of character customization and combat styles available.
  • Atmospheric setting during the French Revolution enhances storytelling.
  • Vibrant crowd dynamics create a lively and realistic city experience.
  • Good mission variety with a relaxed, flowing gameplay pace.

Cons

  • Persistent bugs and crashes negatively affect gameplay experience.
  • Ubisoft Connect launcher is intrusive and causes frequent login issues.
  • Clunky controls and awkward climbing mechanics disrupt immersion.
  • Camera problems cause disorientation and hinder combat effectiveness.
  • Story pacing is uneven and lacks emotional resonance in parts.
  • Multiplayer co-op is restricted and requires friends to unlock.
  • Overcrowded and confusing map design complicates navigation.

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Worth the Price
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Assassin’s Creed® Unity tells the story of Arno, a young man who embarks upon an extraordinary journey to expose the true powers behind the French Revolution. In the brand new co-op mode, you and your friends will also be thrown in the middle of a ruthless struggle for the fate of a nation.

Release Date Nov 11th 2014
Publisher Ubisoft
Developer Ubisoft
Required Age 17+
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User Reviews

Mostly Positive (22,717)
76% Positive 24% Negative