Assassin’s Creed(AC) is a name familiar to many gamers. A series born fromPrince of Persia’s influence that nevertheless managed to find its unique style, AC masterfully combines historical elements with engaging stealth-action gameplay, creating memorable experiences. It also allows for a lot of diversity in its setting, as each game presents a different place and period of time in the world, and it tackles theendless conflict between Assassins and Templars.
Ubisoft also has a track record for delivering engaging reveal/announcement trailers for each game. Each serves as a swift introduction to a new setting and hints at how the conflict between Assassins and Templars ties into it. Here are some of the most notable and impressive game reveals from the AC series by Ubisoft.
Assassin’s Creed Rogueis a unique game in the franchise, and while its gameplay is very similar to an older entry (Black Flag),the story is a standout. This is because most AC games focus solely on the Assassin’s perspective, while Rogue focuses on a renegade wholeft the Order to side with the Templars.
The announcement trailer quickly demonstrates the main character and the setting. It shows Shay Patrick Cormac, a foreboding warrior who fights against his former brothers and also presents the Arctic Seas, one of the major settings in Rogue.
Assassin’s Creed 3is noteworthy for concluding the story of the series' first protagonist, Desmond Miles, but its past storyline is just as engaging. Set in the American colonies before and during their War for Independence, the game ensures that the player participates in many historical events.
The announcement trailer does a great job at setting the scene, showing the wilds of the frontier, followed by the main protagonist, Connor Kenway, ruthlessly fighting soldiers, showing the flow of action in the coming game. The trailer concludes by showing George Washington, reminding the viewers of the game’s historical context.
Assassin’s Creed Syndicatetakes place in Victorian London and tells the story of two siblings, Jacob and Evie. Both characters feature heavily throughout the game’s story.
The announcement trailer presents a thriving city, bustling with life. It contrasts with many of the previous settings that were far less technologically advanced. It culminates in showing Jacob performing some parkour and fighting multiple enemies simultaneously, setting up the fast-paced rhythm of the game.
Assassin’s Creed Originstakes the player to one of the world’s most ancient civilizations, Ancient Egypt. It focuses on the order’s formations and some of the first Assassins — Bayek and Aya. The game also veers further away from realism into the realm of fantasy and the supernatural.
The announcement trailer reflects that, providing an overview of multiple gameplay locations and features, such as underwater fighting. It also demonstrates the game’s graphical design, featuring impressively created cities and pyramids. Finally, it shows some Bayek in action, showcasing some of the major gameplay changes introduced in this entry.
Assassin’s Creed Unityoccurs during a dark time of the French Revolution, showing Arno Dorian thrust right into the fray and having to adapt to his new conditions to survive. While it didn’t make as big a splash as it seemed like it would, the game focused on multiplayer, where up to four players could become a team of Assassins.
The cinematic announcement trailer showcases all of those aspects, showing a bloody conflict unfolding right on the streets and displaying the gruesome setting of the game in full detail. It also demonstrates four assassins working in tandem, which is reflective of the multiplayer aspect of unity.
While the originalAssassin’s Creedpales in comparison to its successors, this game was the foundation of the series, and its success allowed others to pave their way forward. It tells the story of Altair, an Assassin active during the Crusades who has to restore his rank in the eyes of his brothers after a tremendous failure.
The cinematic trailer forAssassin’s Creedis short yet reveals exactly what kind of game it is. It allows the players to witness the gritty atmosphere of Acre, one of the major cities in the game, and see Altair masterfully eliminate his target before hiding in plain sight and rushing away.
Assassin’s Creed 2may be an older game, but it remains widely acclaimed and beloved even compared to the more recent games in the series.It marks the beginning of the story of the series' most iconic protagonist, Ezio Auditore, a legendary Assassin who lived during the Renaissance in Italy.
The announcement trailer portrays a situation similar to the firstAssassin’s Creedtrailer, focusing on the changed setting and culture. Colorful Venice is in stark contrast to the grim streets of Acre, yet the trailer fully delivers the promise of major steps forward as it shows how Assassins can do their work just as effectively in this novel environment.
Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhoodis a direct sequel toAC 2. It features the same character, Ezio, but this time in a much more experienced form. He becomes a figurehead and leader of Roman Assassins as they battle against the oppressive Templar regime controlled by the Borgia family.
The announcement trailer of Brotherhood shows a different assassination approach to the one seen inAC 2, as Ezio is much more forward and bolder in his actions and relies on help from his disciples. The trailer also introduces the main antagonist of the game, Cesare Borgia, who would become Ezio’s nemesisin Rome.
Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag
WHERE TO PLAY
The year is 1715. Pirates rule the Caribbean and have established their own lawless Republic where corruption, greediness and cruelty are commonplace.Among these outlaws is a brash young captain named Edward Kenway. His fight for glory has earned him the respect of legends like Blackbeard, but also drawn him into the ancient war between Assassins and Templars, a war that may destroy everything the pirates have built.Become Edward Kenway, a charismatic yet brutal pirate captain, trained by Assassins. Edward can effortlessly switch between the Hidden Blade of the Assassin’s Order and all new weaponry, including four flintlock pistols and dual cutlass swords.Discover the largest and most diverse Assassin’s Creed world ever created. From Kingston to Nassau, explore over 75 unique locations where you can live the life of a pirate.
Another game from the series that is almost universally acclaimed isAssassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag. It evolves sailing fromAC3and makes it central to the story, which focuses on pirates in the New World. The protagonist of this game, Edward, is a pirate before he is an assassin, and the gameplay and the story reflect that.
The announcement trailer has elements typical ofACreveals, showing Edward fighting enemies and sailing on his ship. However, it also adds someunique pirate flair, as the man who recounts Edward’s tale is none other than the famed pirate Blackbeard, who is an important character in the game. This major departure for the franchise is still seen by many as a fantastic change of pace, and the announcement trailer did quite a bit to establish this shift.
1Assassin’s Creed Revelations
The Crossroads Of Past And Future
Assassin’s Creed Revelationsis among the more controversial games of the series due to its gameplay and story elements. Still, most fans would agree that it houses some of the strongest emotional moments in the entire series. It establishes a bridge betweenEzio and Altair, and the trailer reflects that.
The announcement trailer focuses on Ezio’s journey to Masiaf right at the start of the game. He is seen as an older man sailing across the sea in search of his true goal. Players witness locations that appeared in the firstAssassin’s Creedgame and are sure to feel overwhelming nostalgia from their first steps into theAssassin’s Creedworld.
