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Assassin's Creed Valhalla

Assassin's Creed Valhalla

November 10, 2020
Ubisoft Entertainment
4.1/5.0(85,946 reviews)
~5h playtime
Metacritic 82
Role Playing Games

PC · Xbox One · PlayStation 5 · PlayStation 4 · Xbox Series S/X

Mixed

Overall, player feedback for Assassin's Creed Valhalla is sharply divided. While many praise its vast open world, stunning visuals, and engaging Viking theme, a significant number of players criticize its repetitive gameplay, technical issues, and bloated content that detracts from the overall experience. Many argue that the game strays too far from the traditional Assassin's Creed formula, which has led to disappointment among long-time fans of the series.

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About This Game

Step into the shoes of Eivor, a legendary Viking warrior, as you explore the Dark Ages of England. Engage in epic raids, grow your settlement, and navigate a rich story filled with choice-driven gameplay and character progression. With its stunning visuals and immersive Viking atmosphere, "Assassin's Creed Valhalla" offers a vast open world full of quests and activities, though it has garnered mixed reviews regarding its gameplay and technical performance.

Highlights

  • Lead epic Viking raids against Saxon troops and fortresses.
  • Experience visceral dual-wield combat with powerful weapons.
  • Explore a breathtaking open world from Norway's shores to England's kingdoms.
  • Shape your clan's development through impactful choices.
  • Engage in various quests and activities in a rich Viking narrative.

Themes

fantasymedievalhistoricaldarkexplorationwarrevengefriendship

Mechanics

open-worldcombatstealthcraftingexplorationdialoguechoice-basedmultiple-endingsstory-drivenlevelingcharacter-creationinventory-managementresource-managementhidden-secretscollectibles

Platforms

PC
Xbox One
PlayStation 5
PlayStation 4
Xbox Series S/X

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature 17+
Official site:Visit site

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person

Player Reviews

Mixed

Overall, player feedback for Assassin's Creed Valhalla is sharply divided. While many praise its vast open world, stunning visuals, and engaging Viking theme, a significant number of players criticize its repetitive gameplay, technical issues, and bloated content that detracts from the overall experience. Many argue that the game strays too far from the traditional Assassin's Creed formula, which has led to disappointment among long-time fans of the series.

Pros

  • • Immersive open world with beautiful graphics
  • • Engaging Viking atmosphere and storyline
  • • Variety of gameplay options and character progression
  • • Fun combat mechanics that feel satisfying
  • • Abundance of content with many quests and activities

Cons

  • • Repetitive and grindy gameplay mechanics
  • • Technical issues including crashing and bugs
  • • Bloated content with overly long playtime
  • • Character development feels shallow and disconnected from AC roots
  • • Many players found the main story to be unengaging and convoluted

Based on 101 reviews from playstation, steam

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Assassin's Creed Valhalla — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Assassin's Creed Valhalla worth playing?
Assassin's Creed Valhalla has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 4.1 out of 5 across 85,946 reviews.
Is Assassin's Creed Valhalla included with PlayStation Plus?
Yes — Assassin's Creed Valhalla is part of the PlayStation Plus Extra game catalogue, so subscribers on that tier can play it at no extra cost.
Is Assassin's Creed Valhalla single-player or multiplayer?
Assassin's Creed Valhalla supports single player.
What platforms is Assassin's Creed Valhalla available on?
Assassin's Creed Valhalla is available on PS4 and PS5.
When did Assassin's Creed Valhalla release?
Assassin's Creed Valhalla released on November 10, 2020.
What is Assassin's Creed Valhalla's age rating?
Assassin's Creed Valhalla carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature 17+.