Released in 2011 on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC, this Signature Edition is an adventure game that advances the Assassin Brotherhood's ongoing narrative. Players step into the role of the aging master assassin Ezio Auditore as he journeys to Constantinople, in the Ottoman Empire, seeking the secrets of the First Civilization left behind by his ancestor Altaïr. The storyline interweaves three distinct time periods, allowing players to experience the lives of Ezio, Altaïr, and Desmond Miles.

Core Gameplay

The game refines the series' core gameplay, emphasizing free-running, stealth, and combat. Players navigate dense urban environments, completing missions that range from assassinations and investigations to chases and infiltration. A key addition is the hookblade, which enhances traversal by allowing for longer jumps and faster climbing.

Key Features

A notable feature is bomb crafting. Players can create a variety of bombs using ingredients found throughout the game world, adding a strategic layer to combat and stealth encounters. Tower defense elements are also incorporated, as players must defend Assassin strongholds from Templar attacks.

Signature Edition Content

The Signature Edition includes bonus content such as the "Vlad the Impaler's Tomb" single-player mission, the Ottoman Jester multiplayer character, weapon capacity upgrades, the "Assassin's Creed Embers" animated short film, and the game's original score soundtrack.

What makes the hookblade unique?

The hookblade enhances traversal by allowing for longer jumps and faster climbing, adding a new dimension to the free-running gameplay.

Platforms and Availability

This edition is available on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC (Microsoft Windows).