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Assassin's Creed 2

Assassin's Creed 2

An epic story of family, vengeance and conspiracy set in the pristine, yet brutal, backdrop of a Renaissance Italy. New low price!

89%
Very Positive
DeveloperUbisoft Montreal
PublisherUbisoft
Release DateMar 9, 2010
$19.99
Peak Players3.6K
Metacritic86
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
AI Review Summary

Assassin's Creed 2 is widely considered a high-water mark for the franchise, featuring the iconic Ezio Auditore and a rich historical Italian setting. While the story and gameplay remain highly regarded, the modern user experience is severely degraded by the mandatory Ubisoft Connect launcher which frequently prevents the game from starting.

Pros

  • Compelling narrative and memorable character development, particularly for protagonist Ezio Auditore.95%
  • Significant improvements in gameplay variety and mission structure compared to the original title.90%
  • Immersive and detailed historical environments that capture the atmosphere of the Italian Renaissance.85%
  • Satisfying blend of action, stealth, and parkour-based platforming.80%
  • Excellent value for the price, offering a substantial amount of content for a low cost.75%

Cons

  • The mandatory Ubisoft Connect launcher causes severe authentication errors and often prevents the game from launching.100%
  • Requirement for a persistent internet connection to play a single-player game.90%
  • Outdated control schemes and parkour mechanics can feel clunky compared to modern standards.75%
  • Technical issues including buggy NPC interactions and ownership verification failures.70%
  • Poor PC port quality that lacks optimization for modern hardware and software environments.65%

Notable Mentions

  • Reviewers continue to recommend the game as a series entry point as late as 2025.
  • The game is frequently cited as the definitive 'Assassin's Creed' experience despite its age.
  • Launcher issues are the primary driver of recent negative reviews despite high praise for the core game.
Confidence: 60%
Based on the 146 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Aug 3, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
371
Peak · last 90 days
1.1K
All-time peak
3.6K

Price

Current price
$19.99
Lowest tracked
$4.99since Dec 19, 2025

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
90%
All-time positive
89%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews61.3K
Positive: 54.9K (89%)Negative: 6.5K (11%)

3%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

25h

Avg Playtime at Review

76%

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