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Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood
General Info
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Awards | BAFTA Games Award for Best Action Game |
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Genres | Action-adventure, Stealth |
Artists | Mohamed Gambouz |
Writers | Corey May, Jeffrey Yohalem, Ethan Petty |
Game Name | Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood |
Composers | Jesper Kyd |
Languages | English, French, Italian, German, Spanish |
Playmodes | Single-player, Multiplayer |
Developers | Ubisoft Montreal |
Directed By | Patrick Plourde |
Game Engine | Anvil |
Produced By | Vincent Pontbriand |
Release Date | 2010-11-16 |
Social Media | https://twitter.com/assassinscreed |
Game Platforms | PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Microsoft Windows |
Publisher Name | Ubisoft |
Country of Origin | Canada |
Publishers Websites | https://www.ubisoft.com/ |
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Overview
The game follows the short-lived journey of Ezio Auditore da Firenze, an acclaimed master assassin fighting against the Knights Templar. The brutal and oppressive Borgia regime is Ezio's worst enemy, prompting him to assemble an army of assassins to free the city of Rome from their devastating grip.
Along with the amazing storytelling, the game uses many improved mechanics, including advanced flight navigation, crowd mixing techniques, and more advanced combat mechanics. Brotherhood introduces an interesting feature - the ability to recruit NPCs and send them on missions across Europe, creating an amazing dynamic of game progression and strategy.
A notable addition is the multiplayer mode, the first in the series to offer a unique and immersive experience beyond the single-player story. In this mode, players engage in a deadly game of cat and mouse, taking on the role of various Templar characters, each with unique abilities.
With Ezio's compelling story, innovative game design, and versatile gameplay, Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood is an essential addition to the franchise that delivers immersive and thrilling gameplay. Instantly recognizable for its captivating storytelling and historical authenticity, Brotherhood remains a beloved installment of the critically acclaimed series.
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Gameplay
Combat is smoother and tighter, giving you access to dual hidden knives, smoke bombs, and crossbows. A mix of stealth and action-adventure, the game explores a vibrant open world full of quests, collectibles and enemies to face. Players control the legendary Assassin Ezio Auditore, marking enemies from the shadows and unleashing elegant and devastating stealth kills. Exploitation of allies is a crucial aspect of the game. Ezio can recruit and train a brotherhood of assassins, each with unique characteristics and abilities. Distribute them across Europe or convene them in Rome itself to make each meeting customizable and strategic.
Notably, Brotherhood also marks the introduction of multiplayer to the Assassin's Creed series. Players can play as different characters in the series, each with their own unique abilities, and compete online in different modes. Whether you're riding on rooftops, chasing targets, or engaging in intense PvP matches, Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood takes the core gameplay elements of the franchise to the next level.
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Plot
Summoned from exile, Ezio's mission is to defeat the Borgia family, who rule the city with their tyranny. The story guides the player through Ezio's attempts to regain control of the city by reducing Borgia influence, reclaiming the regions they control, and uniting the city under one banner.
While Ezio's story takes center stage, his mission is to recruit, train and command an army of assassins. Ezio's army and allies play a vital role in his quest to retake the city; This aspect of the game gives it the distinctive name "Brotherhood".
But the story isn't limited to the Ezio era. Desmond's progression into the 21st century is also part of the story. Trapped in the Animus, a device that allows him to access the memories of his ancestors, Desmond discovers the Templar Verse Bulletins and learns skills that become crucial to his survival.
The game features several cliffhangers, focusing on the Apple of Eden, a powerful artifact in the Assassin's Creed universe. Ezio's journey to retrieve and protect this treasure is central to the plot.
Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood offers the perfect combination of immersive storytelling, rich gameplay and intense action. It builds well on the mythology of the franchise, pushes the boundaries of the story across multiple timelines, and focuses on Ezio's charismatic leadership in Renaissance Rome.
Development
The location of Brotherhood in Rome was a deliberate change, as the team wanted to give the player dominion over the entire city. Subtle storytelling was a key development challenge, balancing the need for historical accuracy with updated gameplay and an enriched storyline. Accessible subtleties were woven into the story, allowing the player to immerse himself in the enigmatic universe of Assassin's Creed.
The development team invited the famous composer Jesper Kyd to return to the franchise and entrusted him with the soundtrack that justified the greatness of Rome. His ensemble redefined the sonic experience of gaming and added another layer of gameplay immersion. Ubisoft's meticulous attention to detail, innovative storytelling and relentless pursuit of perfection have made Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood the ultimate masterpiece in the Assassin's Creed series.
Release
Exciting and fascinating, Brotherhood takes place in the vast and incredibly detailed setting of Renaissance Rome. The complexity of the storyline, the immersive narrative and the game mechanics have been significantly improved compared to the previous installments, with the introduction of multiplayer mode for the first time in the series, adding a whole new level of intrigue and competition to the game.
In addition to being available on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, Brotherhood was also the first in the series to be compatible with PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, marking a major step forward in the game's evolution and future development. Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood, which has received numerous industry awards since its release, continues to captivate audiences with its intriguing gameplay, rich historical narrative and extensive exploration environment, making the game a true masterpiece in the annals of video game history. Brotherhood delivers an unparalleled, thought-provoking adventure and continues to set the standard for future installments in the Assassin's Creed series.
Reception
The game has received high ratings from major game review sites. It received a 9/10 from IGN, which attracted successful single-player and multiplayer elements. GameSpot also gave it a favorable score of 9/10, citing the beautifully designed environment as a key factor in its success.
Despite this critical acclaim, the game still received criticism. Some critics felt that the story did not live up to the performance of its predecessor, Assassin's Creed II. There were also reports of performance issues on some platforms that hindered the overall gaming experience.
However, Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood managed to exceed expectations. The blended historical narrative and intricate design of Renaissance Rome have won several awards, including Best Action-Adventure Game at the Spike Video Game Awards. This is truly a great addition to the Assassin's Creed series and a testament to Ubisoft's prowess as a game developer.
Cultural impact
The interplay of fact and fiction in the game has piqued the curiosity of players from all over the world and encouraged them to delve into the story beyond the gaming platform. In practice, Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood may be an unconventional but compelling introduction to the history of the Italian Renaissance for many gamers. Advanced animation and sophisticated graphics also set a new standard for game development. The depiction of Italian cities and landscapes is so meticulous that players can virtually explore these historic sites.
In addition, the game's central themes of freedom and resistance resonated and later influenced other forms of media such as novels, comics, and even feature film. The mercenary mentality of the game's protagonist, Ezio, combined with the complex dynamics of the brotherhood he belongs to, allowed the game to seamlessly transition through these different mediums.
In short, Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood set new standards for storytelling, visual representation, and cultural impact. Historical authenticity combined with new concepts not only influenced the trajectory of the Assassin's Creed franchise, but also left an indelible mark on the wider landscape of popular culture.