Assassin's Creed 2

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After putting 10 hours into the bland boring AC shadows, I had to cleanse my pallet with the real storytelling and a great all around game STORY- 10/10 GAMEPLAY- 7/10 SOUNDTRACK- 10/10 GRAPHICS- 7/10

Assassin’s Creed II continues to tell the story of assassins versus templars established in the original game. On top, it also manages to introduce a new narration; this one follows the life of Ezio Auditore da Firenze, the son of a banker turned assassin after tragic circumstances. Set in Italy between 1476 and 1499, Assassin’s Creed II is a beautiful game to explore or just simply look at, especially because of the amazing recreation in videogame form of the Italian architecture of the early renaissance. The setting is ideal for the story of Ezio, who explores the political intrigues in cities like Florence, Venice, Forlì and San Gimignano. Mixed into this is the fictive struggle between templars and assassins Ezio starts to have more and more interest in. The story is catchy, well-paced and ends on a narrative high point. Well staged set-pieces highlight dramatic moments or changes in location. The gameplay supports the tight plot with improved parkour mechanics, mostly tight controls, an abundance of mission types and vastly improved combat (that can still be very button-mashy, though). The cast of characters is great, supported by good voice acting (in sometimes wonky Italian) and complimented by an amazing soundtrack. Navigating the cities can be difficult at times for a lack of orientation, and the game spends very little time outside of cities. Other than that, Assassin’s Creed II is a great sequel to Altaïr’s adventures that just promises more great storytelling in the future. A must play!

worth to buy it again. wonderful story, and good journey, but. bad stealth “My story is one of many thousands, and the world will not suffer if it ends too soon.” ― Ezio Auditore da Firenze

I can't play the game because Ubisoft launcher doesn't work. The game tries to run Uplay, but it no longers exists, so I spent the whole day searching for a fix (tried nearly everything) to no avail. I wasted too much time now... When I pay for a game, the least thing i wanna do is searching for, and installing additional pacthes to make it run. It's a shame, i really wanted to play AC2.

[h2] A Masterpiece That Defined a Generation[/h2] [b] Assassin’s Creed II[/b] is a defining moment in gaming history. Words cannot express how much this game means to me. It shaped my identity as a gamer, and to this day, I am endlessly grateful for what it gave me. From the very first moments, AC II grabs you and never lets go. The opening sequence is one of the greatest in gaming history, an introduction so powerful, so emotional, it sends chills down your spine. You climb a church tower with your brother on a beautiful night, and then... the music swells, the title appears on screen, and in that instant, you realize: this is something special. It’s a moment that stays with you forever. Ezio Auditore’s journey is legendary, a tale of vengeance, growth, and destiny that stays with you long after the credits roll. Jesper Kyd’s soundtrack? Pure magic. Every note, every theme seeps into your soul, elevating every moment into something unforgettable. This game didn’t just redefine a franchise—it left its mark on the entire gaming industry. And yet, looking at where the series has gone, it breaks my heart. What once was a deeply personal, emotional, and revolutionary experience has lost its identity over the years. But no matter what came after, Assassin’s Creed II remains untouched—a masterpiece, an unforgettable adventure, and a game that will forever hold a special place in my heart.

"Assassin’s Creed II" is a historical masterpiece of urban open-world storytelling and gameplay. The Italian Renaissance serves as a breathtaking and immersive setting, perfectly suited for the game's assassin gameplay. The map design encourages fluid parkour and strategic combat, though the mechanics can occasionally show their age. However, once you adapt to its quirks and slightly outdated controls, the experience becomes incredibly rewarding. I also now understand the hype around Ezio, he’s a charismatic and compelling protagonist who kept me engaged throughout his journey. Watching him interact with a diverse and well-developed cast made the story even more enjoyable. Despite its age, Assassin’s Creed II holds up surprisingly well, and I’d absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a classic action-adventure RPG experience!

it has very good story and entertaining to play

The game is really good. The gameplay and the mechanics are very or close to perfect as per real world. Really enjoyed it.

Glitches visually in all gameplay except for cutscenes. RIDICULOUS NOT WORTH A PENNY. If i can't install and play it without a novel of text and hours of homework to go through files just to get the stupid game from years ago to work. Buy it on console NEVER STEAM

Can't play offline. Forces you to log in every single time you open the game. For a 15 year old single player game, this is horrible.

good game but ubisoft connect is shit and The ending is so bad why do I have to to collect all the fucking codex pages to finish the game this is so boring fu** you ubisoft

One of the best game in Assassin creed frencyse. Enjoyed it so much . But remember it will not run on 1920*1200 display . You have to play on 1920*1080 display. But others things about this game is 10/10. Try it

Still worth playing 17 years later, graphics are pretty good, combat is alright. Some parts are a little janky and show their age, but Ezio leads a very fun and entertaining story line. 8/10 -1 for some glitchy mechanics -1 for sequence 13

Great story as always, the DLC placement was sluggish to complete but worth it in the end for the story. Gameplay was amazing! Getting this game to run on PC was a mission. I seriously did not need to have SpecialK, EaglePatch, Controller glyph support, lossless scaling just so this game would run great. Really disappointed in Ubisoft as they really do not care about preserving old titles and it shows!!! No option for borderless fullscreen, game being hard capped to 60 fps is really unfortunate in the year 2025, and the controller support is completely broken without using mods.

The best Assassin's creed game ig!! Nothing is more satisfying than playing as EZIO and performing Parkour on those rooftops....NOTHING IS TRUE EVERYTHING IS PERMITTED the game actually explored the Assassin vs templar plot and not like overwhelming the fans with mythological creatures although no hate to any game but ubisoft could have done better

Really great and engaging storytelling, can't wait to finish Ezio's trilogy. Ubisoft could have made a much smoother combat system (at the boss stage I just needed to spam mouse 1 and win. BORING). That is the only complain.

Really fun, easy to grasp game mechanics and satisfying gameplay, great story, can do with some bug fixes though.

Played it as a kid, I play at now 2025. The game is still one of the best AC Games of all time. The controls are old and the game isnt optimized for new gen PCs but you can work around it ( One this I've noticed is a screen flicker/glitching the way to fix that is to stop your Steam Overlay and Nvdia Overlay if you have it). All and All the game is 8.5/10.

This was my first ever introduction into the Assassin's Creed franchise. and boy was it a good one. the aspect of stealth built into the story was a lot of fun. the story itself was very interesting. a split narrative between the future and past, that is intertwined in unexpected ways was definitely fascinating. going back, this game has aged a bit, but there are many aspects of it that are timeless. I definitely recommend to anyone who is interested in discovering the roots of Assassin's Creed.

Ezio Auditore a true legend in gaming. The journey of his life and the sacrifice for the Assassin's is seen in this game. This is where the awesome Soundtrack was defined. The intro chills! Awesome Story! and much much more. Where everything began and the quote. Nothing is True & Everything is Permitted. True Master Piece. The start of a master Assassin. Forever Ezio!!! Definitely Recommended above and beyond!!!

My favourite game of all time newer assassin`s creeds just dont have the same feeling as the ezio trilogy

Amazing story, decent gameplay. Overall has aged well, but I really hate it launches through Ubisoft connect.

I'm playing this for the first time, 15 years after its original release, and I gotta say it still holds up remarkably well. The graphics may be outdated, but everything else has aged like fine wine. The story is engaging, packed with interesting plot points, and the characters are both charismatic and appealing, drawing you in effortlessly. The level design is smooth and direct, with a strong sense of focus in both layout and narration. Above all, what truly stands out is the deep, layered gameplay. The parkour mechanics, in particular, feel almost like a fighting game to me. It offers a wide range of options, from brute-forcing your way with basic inputs to mastering key combinations for fluid, skillful movement. It’s a rewarding system that makes traversal feel both dynamic and satisfying.

cool game, you can play as a italian playboy that fight pope, easily 10/10

I just love the history in this game, mainly nostalgia factor but its a timeless classic.

Great start to an amazing trilogy, can be a bit boring sometimes but a must try for all you AC fans/people wanting to get started on the series

huge pain to set up ubisoft account to play a game i bought through steam and already have all my info validated through steam, then to find no controller support for a game made for ps3/x360

The story of Assassin’s Creed II picks up right after the events of the first game, but this time, our present-day protagonist, Desmond Miles, steps into the shoes of Ezio Auditore da Firenze. Unlike Altair, Ezio is portrayed as a charismatic and emotional character, coming from a large and loving family—until a devastating betrayal pushes him onto the path of the Assassins. Ezio’s journey is a coming-of-age story, showing his transformation from a reckless young noble into a skilled and determined Assassin. This progression is not only crucial for Ezio but also serves as a learning experience for Desmond, helping him understand what it truly means to be an Assassin. Thanks to Ezio’s compelling personality and emotional depth, the player feels a stronger connection to him compared to Altair, who was more distant and reserved in the first game. The overarching narrative involving Templars, Assassins, and divine entities is well-crafted and engaging. From a gameplay perspective, the new mechanics are refreshing and add depth to the experience. The introduction of currency, lootable items, and diverse assassination techniques is a welcome improvement. However, some aspects feel slightly unbalanced: shops are more numerous, yet they lack diversity in their offerings; monetization is overly abundant, allowing players to accumulate wealth quickly and reach financial max-out too soon; and while Villa Auditore is a great concept, its renovation system feels somewhat limited, as upgrades are completed relatively quickly. One of the more awkward design choices lies in the notification system. Important messages appear in large, clunky text boxes with odd text alignment, making them look out of place. While this might not affect the overall gameplay, small details like this can impact immersion and polish. Assassin’s Creed II is a significant step forward from its predecessor, offering a more engaging protagonist, a richer world, and refined mechanics. While it has some minor flaws in UI design and economic balancing, the overall experience is a must-play for fans of the series. [h1]Officially Finished.[/h1]

after playing for 15 minutes I decided it was better than the first game after a couple of hours i decided I'm going to be playing this at least twice, after almost 6 hours I decided I will be trying to 100% on every play through. Could not recommend more.

Played it, loved it (mostly). Still I cant really see, why ppl say its the best AC game and that Ezio is the best MC

its ok 6/10 ngl they dont have u play no more also sequence 13 is unplayable i dont think ac2 is the best one also ac2 is 15 years old and 20 bucks also there is nothing to do also there is nothing to do

The beginning of my replay through all the assassins creed games, very much enjoyed myself. By the end of the story started getting a little janky, but overall a solid 7.5/10.

This ac is so good, but the launcher of Ubisoft is shit, so hard to make it load

the best Assassin's creed game! Ezio it's a legend. it's what the real Creed stands for. Shadows doesn't even come close.

100/10. Awesome game, great storyline, I like that you can do whatever you want to do, the game doesn't force you to follow any quests in any specific order. They encourage you to, but you can still do whatever you want.

Still holds up to this day, I am between this one and IV as the best AC ever. You can really tell the love this game got. It has a certain energy that other AC can't match. I wouldn't know how to explain it.

One of the best ac games ever made sadly i cant play because of the crashes and bugs but its for sure one of the greates games ever made

Just a great game. You can see the devs realy cared about this game. It might not be perfect but worth your time and money. You do need to download the eagle patch to massively improve drawdistance.

weird story changes and old mechanics not that much to do besides the main story Only recommended if you played old games like black flag or 3

ezio da goat

i am having trouble playing this game i am stuck on a mission called ACE UP THE SLEEVE the marker it not working. and the game is gliched even if i find the right place the waypoint is not showing anything i am stuck , reloading the game or the memory is not working i tried reinstalling and still i am faceing the same issue i tought buying whould be good to enjoy the now i feel like crap wasting money on this which wont work properly

This is a cult classic. The Graphics are very obviously dated with the pastel colour(esque) art style, however the BGM the feels, the classic missions, just a bloody good throwback to days which weren't so damn complicated. If you like a well written character, fun gameplay mechanics, Cool parkour, multiple locations to explore and an ambience soundtrack which is probably second only to this game's successor, AC brotherhood. Then this is the perfect game for you. This is a game you would want to play during that one rainy summer afternoon.

So many quality of life upgrades from the first one, ACII is a fantastic sequel to the original Assassin's Creed. Even by today's standards, the graphics are gorgeous. The freerunning is so much more fluid, you have so many more options with weapons, and the story feels pretty well paced (except for a few hiccups here and there). Great game, 9/10

never played an Assassin's Creed game before. I picked this based on popular belief. If you're in my place, I highly recommend this to you too, it's worth it, despite being a bit outdated.

games amazing, story is amazing, might be old but performs better than most gamaes of today, might sounds like glaze but ive played so many triple A games, but this one despite its age sticks with me, i recommend for anyone trying to revisit the roots of assassins creed or just wants to feel like the dark knight of Italy

Assassin's Creed 2 is bigger, faster, and simply better than its predecessor. The improved parkour and combat make for a smoother experience, and Ezio’s journey from a carefree youth to a legendary assassin is unforgettable. While the sheer number of collectibles (especially those feathers) can be overwhelming, the game has aged remarkably well. Its world feels alive, the cities are beautifully designed, and the story is one of the best in the series.

I hated this game for being boring but after Venice The game got more interesting. The Lore of this game is the best, Literally I can't wait to play Brotherhood. The Music is a Masterpiece. Story is also a Masterpiece but the story before completing Venice missions, Its boring after Venice its gets better. Ubisoft really Cooked with this one 9/10

8/10. One of the best Assassin's Creed games. The setting of beautiful Italy is really interesting to explore, the story is rich and the main character is as charismatic as you would want him to be. A must play for any Assassin's creed games fan

Embarrassed how long it took me to play the og AC games, highly recommend anyone who hasn't do the same.