Assassin's Creed II
Game » consists of 27 releases. Released Nov 17, 2009
The second installment in the Assassin's Creed franchise follows the life of Ezio Auditore da Firenze as he seeks revenge on those who betrayed his family.
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5 (53) 4 (29) 3 (6) 2 (1) 1 (0) 4.5 starsAverage score of 96 user reviews
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Assassin's Creed 2 Review: Requiescat in Pace 0
Assassin's Creed 2 is the sequel to the beautiful but deeply flawed Assassin's Creed. You reprise the role of Desmond in the present day parts but Altair and the third crusade has been ditched for a new character and setting. You play as Ezio during the peak of the renaissance in Italy. This game needed to take the solid concepts and good parts of Assassin's Creed but address the issues of repetitive side missions, limited assassination methods for main targets and the inability to swim, and dam...
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Changing History One Game at A Time 0
In 2007 Assassin's Creed was a much anticipated game that met mixed criticism. It felt like the building blocks were there but the pieces never really fell into place. It was a good starting point for a series that could only get better. Assassin's Creed II is the sequel to that game and is a great improvement over the first game. While the first game felt like a core story wrapped around several mini games the sequel feels like a full fleshed out game, an improvement in every area. Assass...
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A Late Look at Assassin's Creed II 0
I never played the original Assassin’s Creed. When it was releasing the previews never appealed to me and the general buzz around the game seemed to be that it had a lot of good ideas but executed them poorly. When its sequel released I had already written the series off despite the positive remarks I kept hearing about it. With the release of Brotherhood and seeing it become a game of the year contender, I decided I had to finally jump into the series. With minimal knowledge of the original ...
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Assasins Creed 2 - Improvements over the first one. 0
Reasons Why I loved it more than the first one.1. Better Game play then the first one. 2. Better Graphics. 3. Better Story. 4.totally left it open for a closing of a trilogy 5. one of the best games of 2009. 6. the feeling of pulling off some of the more advanced moves was AWESOME. 7. I love history so the time period covered in the game was Awesome. 8. The ending wasn't what I expected...
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long , super nice and jump! 0
this game is really nice, especially the story ,a bit riddle and mystery combine with amazing technology ..i love the mix..but the short game inside it sometime a bit frustrating...if its require u to jump there and there ..point a to point b , but u can never get there cause your not good enough... so again u need more practice how to control your guy :(but still the big game is a lot of fun in just in right difficulty level!! ubisoft bravo!!...
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Assassin's Creed II has come so far, except also not-so-far... 0
For those that didn't play the first Assassin's Creed, here's a summary of what you did in the game: running, riding horse, sneaking into city, beating people up, EAGLE DIVE, racing, 'ooooh, flag!', assassination, running home. Rinse and repeat some nine times, and finish with the most Epically Subtle Genre Shift I've ever come across.Looking back on the first game, it's clear to see that Assassin's Creed II has...not actually come all that far. When you get to the second major city, you quickly...
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Better story, better gameplay 6
In Assassin's Creed II, players will once again delve into the memory of Desmond Miles, AC1's main but not-so-main character. You will play as the genetic memory of Ezio Auditore Da Firenze, a noble from Florence during Italy's Renaissance period. Ezio is a much more likable character than Altair, he has personality, a decent background and a good sense of humor. I liked him from the beginning, unlike AC1 where my first thought of Altair was "Man, this guy's a dick", even after he redeemed himse...
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Masterpiece -- the huge step forward that you want from a sequel 0
The first Assassins' Creed was one of the most ambitious games ever made. The combination of unique settings, open-world exploration, cutting edge technology, and stealth/action gameplay made for an experience that was mind-blowing, at times. At the same time, the game was so rife with copy-and-paste design that, at times, it felt like a glorified tech demo with some elements tacked on so that it could be called a "game". The game received glowing reviews at release, but it is not viewed as favo...
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A Fantastic Story Hampered By Frustrating Controls 0
Assassin's Creed 2 has such a polarizing a effect on me for several different reasons. The first game in the series was impressive for several reasons. It established a wonderful universe with some really interesting characters and a wonderful conspiracy theory look on some classic history. On the same token though it suffered from some significant game play problems such as repetition, wonky controls and aggressive AI. The second game in this series pretty much plods along the same path as its...
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Perfection! 0
Now ive played none in the series until now but after playing the sequel i now am not only getting the first one but its now arguably my favorite sandbox game, and one of my favorite series.Italians have a great culture, Italy being the home of two great happenings in history that shaped and invented the western world, The Roman Empire & The Renaissance, and i thank this developer for involving Italians in a video game and not focusing on some mafia BS or some common stereotype thats associ...
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Ezio trumps his ancestors in every way possible. 0
To be up front and blunt I hated the first Assassin's Creed. I didn't understand where all the hype was from. Yes the game was beautiful on a strictly graphics plane but that didn't take away from all the other pitfalls the plagued my experience with the original. So needless to say when I was contemplating getting the second it was a big reach for me to put myself out there after they had burned me last time. I am so happy to say my fears were for not. Assassin's Creed 2 corrects every ...
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Assasins 0
Very good game keeps you entertained for ever and earns you tonnes og achievments ( 715 g) ! not many sequels of games are better than the 1st game but assasins creed 2 is a lot better than assasins creed 1 and Brotherhood looks imense aswell ! if you complete assasins creed ( escape the hideout ) you get an amazing 100 g which adds on to your score easily ...
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Hidden Blades How About Hidden wonder 0
Might I borrow this SirI picked up assassin's Creed when it first came out. I thought " Wow here is a game that looks like it could be fun." Oh how wrong I was *facepalm* Assassin's creed was a constant repetitive task list. Follow this guy Pick Pocket that guy. Jump that other guy. I Didn't pick up Assassin's Creed II because i didn't want to waste my money on another repetitive task manager. Oh how wrong i was AGAIN *facepalm* When i picked up Assassin's Creed II and threw it in the good ol' ...
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Better in every which way 0
I gotta say, I'm ridiculously impressed at this franchise's sophomore offering. Quite possibly the largest leap forward from sequel I've seen.+'sThe combat system is fun and versatile. The combat is rhythmic with attacks, parries, dodging, disarming and a bunch of running around. You'll be in battles against upwards of 10 enemies at once and on some occasions, there'll be a huge fight going on all around you with multiple factions fighting. The combat is improved from the first game and...
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Assassin's Creed 2 Review 0
By - Richard J.Remember back to 2006 and 2007 when everyone was so excited for 'Assassin's Creed', set to be released for the Xbox360 and PS3? Gamers around the world were so excited for a game that was set to change the way we thought of sandbox games. The hype coursed through the internet, and it coursed thorough our veins in anticipation, but something happened. Eager gamers rushed through Assassin's Creed and were met by disappointment. The game looked great and played fairly well, but the t...
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A Well Worthwhile Sequel 0
It's a strange time to have just finished Assasins Creed 2, a year after its release and with Brotherhood now on the shelves. It's taken me a year to complete after being sidetracked by other games but the 20 or so hours I have spent playing it have definately been enjoyable ones. Assasins Creed 2 does do well in developing all aspects of the original, AC1 was often said to be very repetetive and AC2 does it's best to alleviate this by adding many more tasks to prevent the gameplay from being ...
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Play it NOW!: Assassins Creed 2 0
Play it NOW!: Assassins Creed 2 A period piece, fictional or not, has always been something I have an affinity towards. Maybe it is the academic in me, but understanding events in world history can bring about a more comprehensive relationship between past, present and future. So goes the plot for Assassins Creed 2 or at least my interpretation of Desmond’s story arch. But unlike the first one, AC2 lets you spend most of your days inside the DNA of Desmond, living out his ancestor’s story. Tha...
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The AAA the first game wanted to be 0
Okay so if you've read my review of Assassin's Creed I concluded it wanted to be a triple A game but didn't have the budget for it. Assassin's Creed 2 clearly had the budget because they went for AAA status and earn it. Ezio's costume compared to Altair's is analogous to the first and second games. Where Altair's costume is very plain and functional, Ezio's has all the frills and detail, plus MORE BLADES.There's no need for me to talk about everything with this game, just go look at my review fo...
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Ezio sucks. Game rocks. 0
I wasn't terribly fond of the first Assassin's Creed. Well, let me put it this way: The first hour of Assassin's Creed 1 is near perfect. The mission takes a long time (which I personally love), it's really fun to ride your horse and the end of the first outing is very satisfying. Sadly, the rest of AC1 is EXACTLY THE SAME! Nothing changes. NOT A FRIGGIN' THING. I wanted to like that game so very much but I just couldn't do it. So repetitive it just makes you want to scream. AC1 could've been so...
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ASSASIN'S CREED 2 0
Assasins creed is one of the most enjoyable and stunning game of 2009.The sequel to the succesful game assasins creed is here and is better than it,s predecessor.Every mistake that was in the original has fixed here with more passion.GAMEPLAY:The are so many things that is difficult to say them all but isn,t bad instead is absolutle a very good reason.You now control a new character.Ezio Auditore.His more agily than Altair the protagonist from the original assasins creed.But iaside from Altair E...
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Assassin's Creed II 0
Assassin's Creed II is a game that improves upon it's predecessor is almost every conceivable way. The first game was fairly renowned for it's sheer level of repetitiveness, the majority of the game being the same few quests over and over and over again. II's missions however, are much, much more varied, making this game an open world game you would actually want to continue playing. Along with general gameplay improvements and a more engaging storyline and characters, Assassin's Creed II is a m...
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Improves on AC 1, but gameplay still feels a bit underwhelming. 0
Of all the genres that have benefitted from ever-more powerful hardware, the action-stealth-platformer has reached perhaps the most dizzying new heights this generation. Led by standard-setters like Uncharted 2, Batman: Arkham Asylum and Metal Gear Solid 4, this genre routinely shows off the state-of-the-art in graphics technology, scripting, voice acting, sound design, level design, and on and on. Assassin's Creed II easily joins the top of that list with its immaculate art direction and photo...
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Sometimes it's the simple things in life 0
Having scratched my head about how the first Assassin's Creed sold so well after hearing the numerous criticisms, I approached this game with a healthy dose of skepticism. Having finished the lengthy quest after picking up and putting down the game over the course of several months, I can say that there is a lot to love here, although I'm not sure the things I loved were the things the developers wanted me to love. Loved -Reaching the viewpoints - while it seems crazy that my favorite part of ...
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Stabbing people in the face never gets old. 0
Assassin's Creed II is a game that received a lot of attention during the past couple of months. It's been nominated for the Game of the Year 2009 award at several websites, and gotten all positive reviews. There's been some talk about a buggy PS3 release, but don't believe the hype, I played the PS3 version and didn't notice a thing wrong with it. ACII is a sequel to a game that was very innovating, groundbreaking, and even though the story of the first chapter was somewhat underdeveloped and b...
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a awesome stealth game 0
This what i wanted from the first game but that failed and just got boring fast. but with AC2 i had so much fun, the stealth is so much fun and the kills are great and like the first one things to get boring but they add some cool stuff through the story but i got to say i hate them racing missions they pissed me off. The story is about this game is the best and the characters and i do like the added building stuff for your uncle mario and i do like how things go on and the towns are great and ...
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Double the Blades, Double the Fun! 0
The first Assassin's Creed was an amazing experiance from start to finish. Repetative gameplay aside the intriguing story really pulled you in. AC2 has that same high quality story but with even better gameplay making it superior to it's predecesor in every way. There's lots to do as you run around Renesance Italy killing dudes and ultimatly trying to restory your families lost honor. If you like stealth games and love EPIC mind-blowing storylines then you should buy this game!...
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Assassin's Creed II makes a fantastic game even better. 0
The first Assassin’s Creed came out of the gate running. It was a stealth game that had intense action. It’s construction and gameplay elements were so revolutionary that it had other developers trying to keep up. For everything Assassin’s Creed did right, it was still a game that had its share of flaws. With Assassin’s Creed II, it is clear that the mentality going into this sequel was, “Lets make the same game but make it better.” And make it better they did. ACII might not be as ...
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Freshly Refined 0
Its a Bird! Its a Plane! Its a Flying Italian? The first Assassin's Creed blew on to the scene and kind of took the industry by surprise. Most new IP's that come out don't have the draw like Assassin's Creed did when it launched which led it to sell remarkably well. But that doesn't mean it did not come without baggage. The lack of mission variety and repetitive nature of the game left people wanting more. AC2's story picks up right after the first AC left off with Desmond Miles...
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Decent But Highly Overrated 0
The first Assassin’s Creed was the fastest selling new IP in recent memory and for good reason! The ability to climb virtually anything and assassinate evil doers in ancient times appealed to a huge audience. But the first game felt unfinished in many ways that prevented it from being as good as it could have been. The sequel attempts to remedy this but does it succeed or will Assassin’s Creed 2 just more of the same. The big thing that hindered the first Assassin’s Creed was the way it was set ...
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One of those games you need to read abit to know whats its about 0
Ok this game from the start i was like ok wtf is going on now i did play the first one and loved it but i didnt fully understand what it was all about and the ending just made me go ??? so yeah now that i googled some info about assassin's creed now i kinda understand what happend so anyhow the graphics are somewhat good the reason i say this cause the character models are really not that well made you can't really see whats soo good about them but as for the towns it is very well designed i a...
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Everything the First Game Should Have Been 0
I don't think I need to go into the problems the first Assassin's Creed had. Just know that the second game in the franchise addresses nearly all of them. There's so much to do in this virtual realization of Renaissance Italy and just about all of it is fun. My personal highlight was the Assassin Tombs, which feel like like they were ripped straight out of the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Trilogy. Upgrading your personal Villa is very addictive, and anyone who is into conspiracy theories wi...
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This is the real meaning of learning from past mistakes. 0
Assassin's Creed II is the same game as Assassin's Creed at heart, but every complaint has been answered. No more long speeches after assassinations, no more tedious conversations at the beginning of every level, and the main character, Ezio, is much deeper than Altair was. The combat system has been drastically improved, giving Altair not only the ability to buy new weapons, but to take them from the enemy and proceed to pummel or stab them to death with it. The only qualm I have with it is ...
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A no-brainer, but enjoyable 0
The premise for 'Bonfire of the Vanities' is pretty simple, and one you'll be familiar with by now. The gameplay is also simple: it's pretty much just a string of assassinations. There are a few new additions, such as spring poles and if you buy the more expensive version three new Templar Hideouts. Personally I didn't understand the spring-pole-jump-long-way-thing. Or at least how to use it: they were quite picky on positioning, and when you're running to try and avoid archers it can be a littl...
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'Battle of Forli' = 'Battle of Frustration' 0
It's a good little DLC if: A) You missed the Flying Machine Achievement B) You are invested in the plot C) You enjoy keeping people alive who don't know how to stay out of trouble It just so happens that reasons A and B were my reasons of choice. They weren't enough to make it enjoyable, but enough for me to be content to sit and play it. 'Battle of Forli' sees you spending most of your time protecting two people. Which is fine until they part ways, go running off into danger, and after all that...
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Assassin's Creed II: game of the year 0
Assassin’s Creed II is a truly incredible game. The gameplay is one of the most fluid, and fantastic experiences in any game. The dialogue is hilarious as well as just great dialogue because it has such an amazing story to tell, which is tells perfectly. Oh, and then there’s the story, o man… where to start…. I’ll just tell you that it’s awesome for now. Gameplay. There are a few different sections to look into when you’re looking at the gameplay. The combat, economy sys...
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So much better than the first... 0
I wanted to like the first Assassin's Creed, but found the mission structure too inflexible. It was a nice looking game, and I enjoyed the running around on rooftops, but the actual game content wasn't what I'd hoped. Assassin's Creed 2 fixes those problems. While the mission structures are often similar (you eavesdrop, track, and murder, followed by an escape), individual mission feel so much more open and free that it's almost an entirely different sort of game. While the first game's mission...
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Assassin's Creed II is the perfect sequel embodied 0
You may remember the first Assassin's Creed as a game with some really cool ideas and great graphics, that was brought down by some significant flaws, like the fact that the entire game basically consisted of the same 5 mission types over and over again. I personally loved the previous game, being able to look past these shortcomings, but a lot of people did not. Thankfully, Assassin's Creed II intelligently builds on what made Assassin's Creed great, and throws in a lot more content a...
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No Jade and I'm really liking it* 100% Spoiler Free* 0
The Assassin Creed Redemption The first Assassin's Creed was just bursting of potential to me. The repetitive missions that were required each time that unlocked the assassination main missions were a pain. Abra-ca-dabra they gone! AC2 is definitively one of those sequels that fix most of the sore thumbs from its predecessor . It still has repetitive missions but thankfully they are optional. The scripted scenes and cut scenes are now of a GTA quality with camera angles and close ups to see em...
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Italian flair can make good, great. 0
Assassin’s Creed II sees players once again taking on the role of the franchise lead character, Desmond Miles, as he once more delves into the past of and ancestor. This time it’s Ezio Auditore da Firenze, a young man of some standing in Renaissance Italy. The story quickly picks up from the end of the first game, with just enough recap to catch fans back up to speed, but not enough to fill in some of the more major blanks for newcomers, ...
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How did they do the first one wrong if they made this? 0
Assassin's Creed 1: side mission, side mission, side mission, assassination, side mission,... end of game. Assasin's Creed 2: Escape, Street Brawl, side missions, story, murder, escape... Perfect. Ubisoft really stepped their game up for AC II seeing as some people think that it is the best game of this year. They killed their formula, upped the combat, the story, the missions, everything is just better. The game throws platforming, story, combat, and stealth to create a near perfect game. It wa...
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Deep Fast Brutal Repetitive Penetration w/ Love Story 0
Assassin’s Creed 2 is a MUST BUY for anyone that doesn’t mind murdering people in a video game in creative and fun ways. The End. It has 20-30+ hours of gameplay featuring amazing character animation, tits graphics, OCD detail, accurate history, and huge environments. The game features accurately recreated Renaissance era cities of Florence, Venice, Romagna, and the Vatican. You also get to own, operate, and upgrade your own castle villa! Assassin’s Creed 2 is a definitive game of the year cont...
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assassins creed 2 0
i have been playing assassins creed 1 for a very long time i lov that game i went and got it a couple days it came ot then some years later i heard assassins creed 2 was coming out i was so exited i have been waiting for this game for ages i brought the game the day it came out i played and completed it the day after i was very disapointed of myself but i loved the game and i am still playing it i hope when assassins creed 3 comes out it isnt in world war 2 because it will ruin the game i hope...
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Defining the art of the sequel, 0
The First Assassins Creed was a love it or hate it kind of game, most praised it for the expansive environments filled to the brim with people and featuring some of the best animation in the industry. It was however attacked, rightly so, for a lack of variety in the core missions. The team at Ubisoft Montreal as set out to address these issues in the sequel. Assassins Creed II begins at the exact moment that the first ended, our real world hero Desmond staring at the strange matrix like code...
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The game we all wanted 0
Assassin's Creed 2 despite being a nightmare to spell did not really spark my interest at first. The main reason for this is that I was so excited to play the first one and when I did I was hugely disappointed, the main campaign was a drag and those few good moments were not worth the grind. The thing was the game quickly picked up some buzz and after expecting a half arsed cash cow, I was pleasantly surprised. The game starts you off exactly where you left off staring at the wall of your room...
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