Assassin's Creed: Revelations
General Info
| Awards | Best Trailer of E3, Best of E3, Game Critics Awards |
|---|---|
| Genres | Action-adventure, Stealth |
| Artists | Raphael Lacoste, Mohamed Gambouz |
| Writers | Darby McDevitt, Corey May |
| Game Name | Assassin's Creed: Revelations |
| Composers | Jesper Kyd, Lorne Balfe |
| Languages | English, French, Italian, German, Spanish |
| Playmodes | Single Player, Multiplayer |
| Developers | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Directed By | Alexandre Amancio |
| Game Engine | AnvilNext |
| Produced By | Martin Schelling |
| Release Date | 2011-11-15 |
| Social Media | https://www.facebook.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
As the saga reaches its climax, Ezio journeys to find five ancient seals that hold the keys to the Brotherhood's future. Here he embarks on a pilgrimage to Constantinople, the beating heart of the Ottoman Empire, where an escalating Templar army threatens to destabilize the region.
The game features a rich arsenal of weapons enhanced by a new bomb-making game mechanic, sophisticated and extensive online multiplayer, and a twisting plot of revenge and betrayal. Players navigate deadly alliances, manage a booming economy, and unleash guild-led rebellions against their enemies.
New in Revelations is exciting grappling with grappling hooks, exciting exploration of a maze of underground water tanks and heart-pounding aerial attacks. These innovations create gaming experiences that keep players on their toes and immerse them in the depth of the story.
Assassin's Creed: Revelations is a game of thrilling moments and a fitting conclusion to the journey of Ezio, the charismatic heart of the franchise. Elegantly designed with intricate graphics, it perfectly captures the atmosphere of the Ottoman era. It's a journey Assassin's Creed fans won't want to miss.
Trailer
Gameplay
Perhaps the most notable addition is the grappling hook blade, a piece of equipment that changes both combat and free-roaming gameplay mechanics. Using this innovative tool, Ezio can easily scale the city skyline and level the Byzantine walls of Constantinople with ease. It also serves as a weapon, allowing for more dynamic and fluid combat sequences. Stealth elements are further enhanced with a more sophisticated security detection system that requires more precise timing and successful planning. Additionally, mastering the art of bomb making is useful for dealing with stealth situations and for unique and creative ways to distract or disable squads of guards.
Perhaps the coolest update is the Desmond range; surreal first-person platformer chapters that delve into Desmond's psyche and history, offering a break from the main story and connecting the Brotherhood to the current timeline.
Another new addition is Den Defense, a complex and comprehensive tower defense mini-game that is triggered when a Templar's consciousness grows too much. Ezio must defend the Assassins' lairs against waves of attackers using barricades and assassins. Finally, the revised and expanded multiplayer is better than ever with new characters, maps and modes, making Revelations incredibly replayable.
Indeed, the gameplay of Assassin's Creed: Revelations succeeds in offering a rich and immersive gameplay experience that adds a lot of depth to the protagonist's story.
Gameplay video
Plot
He hopes the library will give him the knowledge he needs to strengthen the Assassin Order. As tensions rise between the Templars and the Ottoman Empire, Ezio must outwit a formidable enemy force as he sails to undiscovered Constantinople, a city at the crossroads of the world and coveted by both emperor and sultan.
During his search, Ezio discovers the legendary five keys needed to open the library. These keys tell the story of Altair's life after the events of the original Assassin's Creed and are an exciting parallel to Ezio's journey. The secrets of these keys lead Ezio to revelations about faith, himself, and the way forward. Meanwhile, outside the Animus, Desmond struggles to counter the evolving Templar threat in the real world.
Assassin's Creed: Revelations features an interesting story that links the fates of these three characters. Spanning multiple continents and centuries, the fascinating story delves into the ongoing war between the Assassins and the Templars. It is a story about the weight of inheritance, love, betrayal and an insatiable hunger for knowledge. With each deliberate step, each revealed mystery, it becomes clearer: the decisions of Altair, Ezio, and Desmond are intertwined, and the latter's survival is at stake.
Development
Shortly after the release of Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood in 2010, developers began working on Revelations. Their goal was to end the story of Ezio Auditore, a popular character in the series since Assassin's Creed II, in a pleasant and intuitive way. The project stood out for its comprehensive approach, adding not only the intended world environment and parkour gameplay to the franchise, but also introducing the Desmond's Journey storyline and an innovative multiplayer component. Powered by Ubisoft's proprietary cutting-edge Anvil game engine, Revelations continued to refine and improve the detailed environments and fluid character movement fans have come to expect. The developers worked to enhance the immersive aspect by including historical sites such as Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar in the game's heartland: the exotic city of Constantinople. They also introduced an innovative "hooked blade" that added extra depth to both navigation and combat.
The rich history of the game was accompanied by beautiful aesthetics, the result of the tireless work of artists and graphic designers who painstakingly recreated 16th century Constantinople. In addition, the game features an exclusive soundtrack by composer Jesper Kyd, which reinforces the unique identity of the game's incredibly diverse and multicultural characters and locations and adds significantly to the overall player experience. Assassin's Creed: Revelations launched after a year of extensive development to critical acclaim despite the series' inherently repetitive nature. This is a testament to the development team's commitment to creating immersive and story-driven gaming experiences.
Release
The developers successfully transported the players to the Ottoman Empire of the 16th century, where the ancient city of Constantinople (modern Istanbul) serves as a huge playground for them. Here, Ezio tirelessly follows in the footsteps of his predecessor, Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad, in an attempt to recover the five ancient seals that hold the keys to the Brotherhood's future.
In addition, Revelations reveals the untold stories of original series character Desmond Miles. Players can explore Desmond's life and struggles through new and innovative storytelling techniques.
The game features enhanced gameplay elements, including a compelling narrative, improved mechanics, awesome new characters, and much more. Stunning visuals combine with phenomenal gameplay and unforgettable music themes to create an unparalleled gaming experience.
Critically acclaimed around the world, Assassin's Creed: Revelations is an unmissable journey full of thrilling moments, mind-boggling mysteries and heartwarming revelations. It further enriches the entire Assassin's Creed anthology and remains a milestone in the evolution of the gaming industry. And so, the legacy of Assassin's Creed: Revelations lives on, forever etched in the annals of gaming history.
Reception
Fans of the series found the continuation and ending of Ezio Auditore's storyline engaging and satisfying. His journey from brash youth to expert master assassin was considered one of the pinnacles of the Assassin's Creed canon. The game's rich historical setting, especially the vivid cityscape of Constantinople, was considered a visual treat. Additionally, the open world exploration and parkour elements were known for their innovation and thrilling feel. However, some critics felt that despite these additions, the game was repetitive.
Assassin's Creed: Revelations' multiplayer has received mixed reviews. While the concept was praised for its novelty and intense gameplay, it was also criticized for its steep learning curve and lack of step-by-step tutorials. Despite the criticism, Assassin's Creed: Revelations is considered a worthy conclusion to Ezio's storyline and an important entry in the Assassin's Creed series. Overall, the game's engaging story and challenging gameplay have received a warm reception from viewers.
Cultural impact
The interactive game allowed players to explore and interact with a virtual recreation of 16th century Constantinople, developing an understanding of the living conditions, architecture, social norms and political climate of the era. The game also featured some real-life historical figures such as Suleiman the Great, further blurring the line between fiction and historical reality and providing players with a unique learning opportunity.
Additionally, Assassin's Creed: Revelations continued the franchise's tradition of grappling with complex philosophical ideas and moral dilemmas. The relationship between freedom and control is a recurring theme in the game, encouraging players to question authority, culture and their own personal values.
The game's soundtrack, a brilliant fusion of traditional Ottoman music and modern orchestral elements, was also well received and added another layer to the culturally immersive experience.
It's safe to say that Assassin's Creed: Revelations didn't just entertain players; it also greatly contributed to the promotion and understanding of the historical and cultural aspects of the Ottoman Empire in a way that few, if any, video games had been able to do before.