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| Assassin's Creed Origins (PS4) |
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| Assassin's Creed Origins (X1) |
Assassin's Creed Origins introduces players to the warrior who would become an Assassin. Enter Bayek, a Medjay warrior in Ancient Egypt as he is seeking revenge against a tyrant and a group of powerful individuals for the death of his son while witnessing the birth of the Brotherhood from our very eyes.
Like most Assassin's Creed installments, Origins is an open-world adventure that showcases the wonders of Ancient Egypt and as demonstrated by the Ultra 4K HDR, every sight and sound of Ancient Egypt never felt so alive and so is the dynamism of Bayek's journey. Of course, in typical Assassin's Creed fashion, the storyline adds a dramatic feel to this installment, introducing the dark secrets and hidden myths Ancient Egypt has to offer and blending history with fiction, it adds some drama to it.
Gameplay mechanics have been refined as well and with numerous weapons and items to collect, it's not just the battles you'll need to master, it's the strategy you'll really need to get the job done. Whether if you're going stealth or go all out against enemies, it's important that you'll need the right equipment and the right tools to ensure that you will succeed against all odds. From powerful close-range weapons, defensive armor, and a bow for long-range attacks, every piece of it can be upgraded to make it more suitable for upcoming conflicts.
Be wary though that even though heavily armed enemies are something to worry about, what's even more worrying about during your expedition is the wilderness and if you're not careful, you'll be their next meal so hunt them down before they hunt you out. If you did hunt some wild animals, you can collect some animal skins to sell it for money or some crafting items to upgrade your equipment. Speaking of crafting, did you know that you can dismantle unnecessary weapons for crafting materials needed to upgrade your equipment?
What's also new in AC Origins is you can ride on camels or horses to ensure a quick progress. You can even let them ride themselves as well if you're stuck. Also, more importantly, when the objective is near, you can summon an eagle to detect targets from far away,
Like all good adventure games, you can't just rush into the main story just yet because if you need to progress through the story, you need to level up. Taking side quests is a great way to level up before taking on your quest to get back on the tyrants behind your painful pasts. As you'll level up, you can gain new abilities that will be proven useful on your journey such as fire bombs, smoke screens, sleep darts, you can even gain an ability to tame the wilderness and use them to your advantage.
To add some fun with the game, AC Origins features a photo mode where you can share your Egyptian journeys to the other players. Also, you can avenge your fallen players and earn bonuses as well. Lastly, there are downloadable contents including powerful items and upcoming chapters that will enhance your AC Origins experience throughout the coming weeks.
So, what's my take on AC Origins? For those who are a fan of the Assassin's Creed games since 2007, this origin story is the closure fans have been clamoring for and so are the memorable cast of characters they can expect in this new tale. For those who are new to the franchise, they are more than welcome here. Besides, this is game is all about the first Assassin behind the rise of the Brotherhood after all so those who need to catch up to from the beginning shouldn't need to hurry. But hey, newcomers can be fast learners and you will learn something from them.
With its breathtaking graphics, improved gameplay mechanics, dramatic storyline, and hours of fun in the deserts of ancient history, it really is the best Assassin's Creed game in ages. What a way to celebrate 10 years of the Assassin's Creed franchise and with Bayek joining the ranks of other Assassins we are familiar with, it really is history in the making.
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