Info about Assassin's Creed® Unity:

Official game description:
A RUTHLESS NEW HERO FOR A BRUTAL NEW WORLD
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Play as Arno, an entirely new breed of Assassin more lethal than his ancestors. Take down your prey with a range of new weapons such as the Phantom Blade, a Hidden Blade with crossbow capabilities.
EXPERIENCE SEAMLESS PARKOUR, COMBAT, AND STEALTH GAMEPLAY
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Enjoy a high degree of freedom and control over your Assassin, with parkour mechanics for seamless free running, a revamped fighting system, and enhanced stealth gameplay.
DISCOVER REVOLUTIONARY PARIS
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The French Revolution turns a once magnificent city into a place of terror and chaos. Explore the stunning, full-scale open world city and witness history unfold. Experience key events, from the storming of the Bastille to the execution of King Louis XVI, as France's fate is shaped in the streets of a city on the edge of transformation.

Release date: 12 Nov, 2014

Categories: Parkour Gameplay, Real-time Combat, Stealth Gameplay, Open-World Exploration, Single-player Story, Cooperative Multiplayer, Character Customization, Character Progression


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Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Refined Parkour System (weight 0.99): The parkour system is widely considered the best in the series, offering fluid, intuitive, and cinematic movement. Players enjoy the enhanced control, diverse animations, and the feeling of seamless traversal across the intricate Parisian cityscape.
- Engaging Combat & Stealth (weight 0.96): The combat system is praised for being more challenging, strategic, and realistic than previous entries, encouraging tactical thinking and stealth. Players enjoy the fluidity, variety of weapons, and the satisfying feel of parrying and dodging.
- Immersive Parisian Setting (weight 0.92): The recreation of revolutionary Paris is lauded as a masterpiece of environmental design, offering unparalleled detail, historical accuracy, and a vibrant, living atmosphere. Players appreciate the architectural fidelity, the bustling crowds, and the strong sense of immersion in 18th-century France.
- Compelling Story & Characters (weight 0.79): Players generally find the story to be engaging, dramatic, and well-written, with a compelling plot that includes unexpected twists and historical intrigue. The protagonist, Arno Dorian, is often described as a relatable, charismatic character with a strong personal journey.
- Excellent Graphics & Visuals (weight 0.75): Players consistently praise the game's graphics and visual design, noting that they were ahead of their time at launch and still hold up remarkably well, even compared to modern titles. The game's lighting, textures, and architectural details are frequently highlighted as particularly impressive.
- Co-op Multiplayer is Fun (weight 0.74): The co-op missions are a significant highlight, described as innovative, engaging, and highly enjoyable, especially when played with friends. This feature adds a refreshing layer of teamwork, strategy, and replayability to the Assassin's Creed formula.
- Underrated & Improved Over Time (weight 0.71): Many players describe the game as an 'underrated gem' or 'masterpiece' that has significantly improved since its troubled launch due to numerous patches and optimizations. It's now considered a solid and highly enjoyable experience, often surpassing newer titles in the series.
- Lively NPCs & Crowds (weight 0.34): The game's ability to render a vast number of highly detailed and active NPCs on screen is a standout feature. These dynamic crowds contribute significantly to the immersive, living city environment, effectively conveying the chaos and energy of the French Revolution.
- Strong Assassin's Creed Identity (weight 0.29): The game is seen by many as a return to the roots of the Assassin's Creed series, capturing the essence of being an assassin. It's frequently compared favorably to earlier titles and is considered by some to be the best or one of the last 'true' Assassin's Creed games.
- Deep Customization Options (weight 0.24): The extensive customization options for Arno's outfits, weapons, and skills are highly appreciated. Players enjoy the freedom to create unique looks and tailor Arno's abilities to match their preferred playstyle, offering both aesthetic and tactical advantages.

Common complaints:
- Persistent Technical Instability (weight 0.69): Players consistently report severe optimization issues, frequent crashes, freezes, and an overwhelming number of bugs across all gameplay elements (combat, parkour, stealth). These problems, many present since launch, significantly hinder playability and immersion, making the game frustrating even on high-end hardware.
- Weak & Repetitive Story (weight 0.37): The narrative is largely seen as mediocre, rushed, and unengaging, with bland characters (especially Arno) and a predictable revenge plot. Key historical settings like the French Revolution are underutilized, and the story lacks emotional depth and memorable moments.
- Tedious Side Content & Grind (weight 0.29): The game is plagued by an excessive number of repetitive side quests and collectibles, which are often described as boring fetch quests lacking narrative depth. This abundance of filler content, combined with map clutter, makes 100% completion a tedious chore.
- Flawed Parkour System (weight 0.28): The parkour mechanics are widely criticized for being clunky, unresponsive, and unpredictable. Players experience Arno getting stuck, making unintended jumps, or failing to execute commands reliably, leading to frustration during critical moments and general traversal.
- Clunky Combat & Stealth (weight 0.25): Both combat and stealth mechanics are frequently criticized. Combat is described as sluggish, repetitive, and unfair due to unresponsive controls and overpowered enemies. Stealth is deemed broken by inconsistent AI detection, lack of essential tools (like whistling), and missions that actively discourage it.
- Broken Multiplayer & Achievements (weight 0.09): The multiplayer mode is largely inactive, making it impossible to find players for co-op missions. This directly impacts achievement hunters, as several achievements and skill unlocks are tied to online activities that are no longer feasible to complete, diminishing replayability.
- Ubisoft Connect Login Issues (weight 0.08): A significant recurring annoyance is the mandatory and often problematic login process for Ubisoft Connect. Players frequently report having to re-enter their password at every launch, experiencing connection issues, or facing game crashes related to the launcher.

Gameplay feedback:
- Revamped Combat & Progression (weight 0.16): The game introduces a more strategic, timing-based combat system compared to previous entries, moving away from counter-heavy mechanics. It features diverse weapons, a skill tree, and a gear-based progression system that impacts survivability and effectiveness against higher-level enemies. Initially challenging, combat becomes more manageable with skill acquisition and practice.
- Co-op & Multiplayer Missions (weight 0.14): A new feature for the series, the game offers online cooperative missions for up to four players, separate from the main story. These missions often involve assassinations or heists and are crucial for earning skill points and achieving 100% completion. While playable solo, they are balanced for multiple players, and finding co-op partners can be difficult now.
- Protagonist: Arno Dorian's Journey (weight 0.14): Players control Arno Dorian, a novice assassin with a personal vendetta, seeking justice and redemption during the French Revolution. His character arc involves joining the Brotherhood, navigating a complex relationship with the Templar Élise, and dealing with personal loss and betrayal, ultimately leading to his transformation into a Master Assassin.
- Series Departure & Evolution (weight 0.08): Assassin's Creed Unity introduced significant changes to the franchise's core gameplay, including new parkour, stealth, and combat systems. It marks a shift towards more complex mechanics and deeper character customization, departing from some previous entry styles while retaining traditional Assassin's Creed elements.
- Variable Playtime & Story Length (weight 0.07): The main story can be completed relatively quickly (8-24 hours), but achieving 100% completion, including side missions and exploration, can extend playtime significantly (50-85+ hours). The overall game length is considered average, offering substantial content for those who delve into its open world.

Performance notes:
- Unpredictable Performance on PC (weight 0.1): Player experiences with game performance on PC are highly varied, with some reporting smooth 60+ FPS on decent hardware, while others encounter significant drops, freezes, and overall poor optimization even on high-end systems. This suggests inconsistent performance across different configurations.
- Variable Hardware Requirements (weight 0.07): Player feedback on hardware requirements is inconsistent; some suggest it needs a fast or decent PC, while others claim it runs fine on average systems. There's a recommendation for NVIDIA cards due to specific graphic functions.
- Temporary Fixes for Stability (weight 0.03): Players have discovered various temporary workarounds for stability issues, such as playing in windowed mode, adjusting resolution, limiting FPS, or modifying CPU core usage. These user-found solutions highlight areas where the game's core stability could be improved.
- Customizable Graphic Settings (weight 0.03): The game allows for detailed graphic setting adjustments, with players finding specific configurations for optimal performance and battery life across different resolutions and frame rates. This indicates flexibility in tailoring the experience.
- NPCs Impact Performance (weight 0.02): Crowds of NPCs and a high number of characters on screen are frequently linked to performance issues like FPS drops and visual glitches. This suggests that the game's rendering of many dynamic elements strains system resources.
- Minor Visual Imperfections (weight 0.02): Even after updates, minor visual bugs persist, such as light leaks between objects or occasional microstutters and screen tearing in demanding scenes. While not game-breaking, these can affect visual fidelity.
- Aging Game Engine Issues (weight 0.01): The game's older engine contributes to visual problems like textures not loading properly beyond a certain distance, pop-in of people and architecture, and an overall dated appearance, which can detract from the visual experience.

Recommendations:
- Mixed Reception and General Scores (weight 0.31): Overall sentiment for the game is heavily divided, with a wide range of scores and recommendations. While some enthusiastically recommend it and give high ratings, others strongly advise against it due to persistent issues.
- Wait for a Sale (weight 0.27): Many players recommend purchasing the game only when it is significantly discounted, often citing that it's not worth the full price. This suggests that while the game has redeeming qualities, its value proposition at full price is questionable for many.
- A Flawed Assassin's Creed (weight 0.19): The game is seen by many as a flawed yet potentially great entry in the Assassin's Creed series. It's often recommended to fans of the franchise or those who enjoy specific AC mechanics like parkour and stealth, but new players are advised to start elsewhere.
- Play for Main Story, Avoid Completion (weight 0.02): Several players recommend focusing solely on the main story campaign and avoiding attempts at 100% completion due to repetitive tasks. This suggests that the core narrative might be enjoyable, but side content is often tedious.

Other player notes:
- Variable Playtime & Replayability (weight 0.13): Gameplay hours vary widely among players, from 10-20 hours for the main story to over 200 for completionists. Replayability is enhanced by achievements and a desire to fully explore content, especially for those revisiting the game.
- Entry Point for New AC Players (weight 0.07): For many, this game served as their first entry into the Assassin's Creed franchise, often leading them to explore other titles in the series. Some players also note its technological leap compared to earlier AC games.
- DLC Adds Significant Content (weight 0.04): The Dead Kings DLC is specifically mentioned as a substantial addition, with some players finding it even better than the main story. It's recommended to play after the main story and offers challenging missions and deeper lore.
- Ubisoft's Role and Reputation (weight 0.03): Ubisoft is criticized for the game's poor launch state and perceived neglect of bug fixing, with some suggesting resources should have gone into remastering it. However, the presence of achievements on Steam and the return to this 'style' of AC game are appreciated by some players.
- Mixed Story Quality (weight 0.02): The main story is considered adequate by some, but others feel it had good ideas that were poorly executed or that the ending was unsatisfactory. The plot length is also noted as not being very long.

Emotions:
- Satisfaction (weight 0.28): Players feel satisfied primarily due to the game's high overall quality, particularly its refined parkour system, engaging story, and impressive graphics. Many also highlight the value for money, enjoyable co-op missions, and the game's improved, bug-free state after patches, making it a compelling experience even years after its release.
- Frustration (weight 0.19): Frustration stems mainly from persistent and severe technical issues such as poor optimization, frequent crashes, and game-breaking bugs that hinder progress. Clunky controls, unresponsive parkour mechanics, and repetitive side quests also contribute significantly to player dissatisfaction, often making the game feel unplayable at times.
- Disappointment (weight 0.15): Disappointment often arises from the game's perceived wasted potential due to its buggy launch, repetitive mission design, and a story that many find mediocre or lacking emotional impact. Players also express frustration with the diminished fun caused by persistent technical flaws and the removal of beloved gameplay mechanics from previous titles.
- Excitement (weight 0.07): Excitement is generated by the game's high overall quality, including its impressive assassination mechanics, engaging co-op, and stunning depiction of 18th-century Paris. Players are also thrilled by the refined parkour system, unique customization options, and the immersive historical setting, often leading to strong recommendations for others to play.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.05): Players experience enjoyment from the game's fluid gameplay, engaging story, and the immersive atmosphere of revolutionary Paris. The fun co-op missions, compelling side quests, and the overall satisfaction derived from exploring the beautifully crafted open world contribute significantly to a positive gaming experience.
- Admiration (weight 0.04): Admiration is frequently directed towards the game's stunning recreation of Paris, with its absurd detail and historical accuracy, and its exceptional graphics quality for its age. Players also praise the refined parkour system, innovative ambition, and the game's overall status as a classic and a standout title within the Assassin's Creed series.
- Anger (weight 0.03): Anger is primarily caused by extreme technical issues, poor optimization, and persistent game-breaking bugs that render the game unplayable or severely impede progress. Players also express anger at Ubisoft's perceived incompetence in design, selling a broken product, and frustrating DRM policies like constant launcher logins.
- Appreciation (weight 0.02): Appreciation is felt for the game's aesthetic and visual beauty, including the detailed recreation of French culture and architecture, and its refined gameplay mechanics. Players also value the game's enduring quality, its historical setting, and the fact that Ubisoft provided free DLC, recognizing its overall worth despite initial flaws.
- Annoyance (weight 0.02): Annoyance is triggered by minor yet persistent issues such as occasional bugs, the mandatory Ubisoft Connect login at launch, and frustrating mini-games like lockpicking. Cluttered map icons, occasional crashes, and stiff character movement also contribute to this feeling, disrupting the overall gameplay flow.
- Joy (weight 0.02): Joy is experienced through the profound love for the game, its engaging story, and the immersive exploration of a beautifully recreated Paris. Playing co-op with friends, successfully completing the game, and experiencing a generally bug-free environment significantly contribute to an overwhelmingly positive and fun gaming experience.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.01): Nostalgia arises from the game's strong resemblance to older Assassin's Creed titles and the classic AC elements it retains, often evoking childhood memories of playing the series. Players fondly recall past experiences with the game, appreciating it as a representation of the 'peak' or 'old-school' style of the franchise.
- Acceptance (weight 0.01): Players express acceptance, acknowledging that while some minor bugs or story flaws persist, the game is generally playable and enjoyable, especially after initial adjustments. This emotion often comes from a willingness to overlook imperfections and focus on other aspects that are deemed satisfactory.
- Love (weight 0.01): Love for the game stems from a deep general enjoyment of its core experience, including the graphics, parkour, and captivating Parisian atmosphere. Players express a strong emotional connection to the Assassin's Creed franchise as a whole and appreciate the game despite its flaws, often highlighting the love story or gameplay elements.
- Confusion (weight 0.01): Confusion often arises from unexplained bugs, plot inconsistencies, or unclear design choices that hinder understanding or progression. Players also express bewilderment at unintended difficulty, strange keybindings, or the disparity between community praise and their own negative experiences, particularly with technical issues.
- Amusement (weight 0.01): Amusement is derived from the entertaining absurdity of the bugs encountered, such as characters getting stuck or humorous glitches. Players also find humor in lighthearted criticisms, unconventional ways to enjoy the game (like playing documentaries), and playful observations about the game's mechanics.
- Hope (weight 0.01): Hope is expressed for future improvements, such as bug fixes, remasters, or a return to traditional Assassin's Creed gameplay styles in upcoming titles. Players also hope for continued multiplayer activity and for others to discover the game as a 'hidden gem' by overlooking its flaws.
- Mild frustration (weight 0): Mild frustration is caused by persistent but minor bugs, occasional clipping issues, and the game's region-locked dubbing. Slight hindrances like getting stuck or accidental control inputs also contribute to this feeling, creating small interruptions in an otherwise acceptable experience.
- Relief (weight 0): Relief is felt when the game finally works without crashes or significant technical issues, especially after finding solutions or experiencing its improved state post-launch. Players are relieved not to encounter the notorious bugs the game was initially known for, leading to a much more enjoyable and stable gameplay experience.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0): Enthusiasm is demonstrated through strong positive recommendations to purchase the game, especially when on sale, and a high ranking within the AC series. This emotion reflects a deep appreciation for the game's current quality, immersive experience, and overall vision.
- Surprise (weight 0): Surprise is triggered by the unexpected improvement in the game's performance and graphical fidelity over time, with many noting how well it holds up after a decade. Players are also surprised by an active online community, the game running on older hardware, or the sheer quality of graphics and mechanics given its age, often exceeding initial expectations.}