It's not too much of a surprise that Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood exists, or that it's got multiplayer in it, since Ubisoft's basically been talking about one for a couple of days and announced the other awhile back. But at least it's all out in the open now. Ubi released a couple of pieces of concept art and a few details about the next game in the Assassin's Creed franchise this morning. Hey, here's that concept art now! 
 

It's not too much of a surprise that Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood exists, or that it's got multiplayer in it, since Ubisoft's basically been talking about one for a couple of days and announced the other awhile back. But at least it's all out in the open now. Ubi released a couple of pieces of concept art and a few details about the next game in the Assassin's Creed franchise this morning. Hey, here's that concept art now! 
 

Nice.

Multiplayer? That's something I didn't expect

Cool looking game.

Honestly the singleplayer is more interesting to me than the more touted multiplayer.

Really nice, but I rather just have Assassin's Creed III with multilayer instead of some spin-off.

Nice, this actually sounds really cool. Will be nice to have this while waiting for 3.

Parachutes? I just had a vision of a Just Cause 2/AC2 combo.

Would rather see them put more time into polishing the single player game. AC2 had quite a few frustrating bugs in it that took away from the enjoyment of the game.
 
On the other hand if they can smooth out the singleplayer while also crafting a unique and fun multiplayer game I'm all for it. How about some co-op in the campaign mode while they're at it ;)

Sounds awesome.

I enjoyed Assassin's Creed 2 and in particular Ezio as a character so I look forward to seeing more of that particular period in the franchise.
 
The notion of multiplayer seems a bit odd to me, it isn't something I've ever wanted from an Assassin's Creed game so I'm a little worried that so much effort will be put into a feature no one really asked for in the first place. Perhaps that time could have been spent on expanding and improving single player content?

I said it on Kotaku and I'll say it again here: No more Ezio! We had a good thing going hopping around different time periods. I had always assumed the final chapter would have us taking up the role of Desmond Miles in the modern world - I guess that means we're in for a Saga and not a Trilogy. 

if this multiplayer is really unique things are gonna get reeeally interesting
PLEASE NO. MORE. BLOODY. DEATHMATCHES. it's time for something new already, aye?

Sounds good to me. I'm glad they're not just releasing a multiplayer expansion, especially after that tease at the end of ACII. I'm not quite sure how multi will work with Assassin's Creed, but I trust in Ubi that they will make it work.

" I said it on Kotaku and I'll say it again here: No more Ezio! We had a good thing going hopping around different time periods. I had always assumed the final chapter would have us taking up the role of Desmond Miles in the modern world - I guess that means we're in for a Saga and not a Trilogy.  "

kinda sick of ezio and desmond 
give me more lucy
acutally scratch that just give me more kristen bell

I had no idea there would be a single-player component to this.  Now I'm interested.

Cool. I'm likin' the beaked dude. Something tells me he's the intellectual with a bone to pick.

" I said it on Kotaku and I'll say it again here: No more Ezio! We had a good thing going hopping around different time periods. I had always assumed the final chapter would have us taking up the role of Desmond Miles in the modern world - I guess that means we're in for a Saga and not a Trilogy.  "

I don't think the storyline can manage in just a trilogy. Seriously, Desmond barely knows shit and he's supposed to save the world? No way. It's like Luke going for the Emperor right after meeting Obi Wan.

Also, remembering how hard I liked AC2, I am stoked.

Still need to finish that AC2.

Hopefully the multiplayer works unlike the AC iPhone game. What a disappointment.

Hate blue hexagon sparkles.

Well, at least it's not Assassin's Creed III. Is it?

I don't know about this...I am going to remain very skeptical.

From left to right: Spy, Medic, Heavy, Scout

" I said it on Kotaku and I'll say it again here: No more Ezio! We had a good thing going hopping around different time periods. I had always assumed the final chapter would have us taking up the role of Desmond Miles in the modern world - I guess that means we're in for a Saga and not a Trilogy.  "

" Parachutes? I just had a vision of a Just Cause 2/AC2 combo. "

Hmm... Sounds too soon for a sequel, I wish I could be confident about this one.

Looks pretty interesting.  I'll make sure to check it out.

A 15 hour long campaign? Geez, I just might buy this, not very interested in the multiplayer, but I played Assassins Creed 2 to death!
 
My very first S Rank. I just hope this doesn't act as an expansion pack, not worthy of being a full on game, like ODST. Even though I liked ODST, but that should not have been a stand alone game.

I would definitely prefer them to continue on with Assassin's Creed 3 instead of making this. The ending of Assassin's Creed 2 was one of my favorites I've ever seen and I am reallly excited for the next one.

Just make Just Cause 3 become Assassins Creed 3.

Please, Ezio is cool, but he is no Rico. What do they think they are doing? Parachute? Really? I liked the first game because beyond all of the mysticism in the story, the game was fairly grounded. This is just getting further and further from that original style every time. Advanced flying machine? Who wants to bet it won't be some crappy 2 minute sequence, but an old school heli with rocket launchers? The MP stuff is neat, I just wish they would tone the game down a bit on the craziness (like jumping down like 40 feet to assassinate someone when your on a building, using large fires to soar up into the sky, and having dead aim with an instant kill mini pistol strapped to your wrist., etc)

Assassin's Creed II: 2?
 
Count me in. Assassin's Creed II was my second favorite game of last year.

I smell a shitty game in the making!

could be interesting

Seems interesting I suppose, but I'm not really liking the quick turn-around between games.  Sure, I really enjoyed the setting of AC2, but I can't say I'm super excited to go playing the same game again. 
Also... multiplayer?  Unless it's cooperative, I can't see it being a good idea.

Love this franchise.  Can't wait.
 
Personally, I think the (currently massive) sales nosedive if they ever take the franchise entirely modern day - the more casual gaming audience dig it because it's historical fiction and offers something a bit different.  Maybe they intend to split the franchise like this on a more permanent basis, CoD style?  I could see that.

I'm sad to say it, but until Ubisoft realizes that their PC DRM is draconian and anti-consumer, I won't be buying another product from them.  I really enjoyed AC 2 on the 360, but there are already more good games out than I can possibly find time to play.  Ones that won't kick me out of single player if my net connection is offline.  Ones that don't punish legitimate customers.
 
I'll just read about what happens in the story online, for free.  I'll spend my $250 of entertainment budget that month on something else.

I enjoyed the first two games, but well see how Ubi does with multiplayer and all.

dude with what looks like an ice pick, a big nosed mask, spectacles, and a pirate hat looks AWESOME.

I loved Assassin's Creed 2 so I'll probably pick this one up.

Watch them totally Brutal Legend this, and it ends up being an RTS where you fly around as Ezio with the flying machine, giving orders to units.

Cant wait to see some video of this.

I hope this doesn't become a AC game every year kind of thing.

" I'm sad to say it, but until Ubisoft realizes that their PC DRM is draconian and anti-consumer, I won't be buying another product from them.  I really enjoyed AC 2 on the 360, but there are already more good games out than I can possibly find time to play.  Ones that won't kick me out of single player if my net connection is offline.  Ones that don't punish legitimate customers.  I'll just read about what happens in the story online, for free.  I'll spend my $250 of entertainment budget that month on something else. "