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Overall User Score (30 votes) 4.0

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GameSpy (Nov 17, 2009)
100 (Apr 05, 2010)
Ezio's sly ruthlessness is doubled when you earn a second hidden blade. Planting palmfuls of shank into the faces of two unsuspecting guards at once provides a sick, twisted sense of satisfaction.
1UP (Nov 17, 2009)
Extreme Gamer (Nov 26, 2009)
Assassin’s Creed II is a worthy successor of one the most intriguing new franchises, we have seen in a long time. In its highly anticipated sequel Ubisoft Montreal took their own leap-of-faith and listened to the critics and fans by addressing the flaws that plagued the first game. Assassin’s Creed II will please all the fans of the original and likely seduce a whole new audience who couldn’t get into the repetitive nature of the first game. When you connect everything Assassin’s Creed II has going for it, you have one great game that not only delivers on the gameplay front but also follows through with an engaging storyline. Assassin's Creed II is a great game and one of the years best action adventure titles. Now that Ubisoft Montreal has proven that Assassin’s has what it takes to be a viable series in modern gaming, we can hardly wait until they announce Assassin's Creed III.
games xtreme (Nov 19, 2009)
Assassin's Creed 2 is the game that deserves to be called sequel, it adds so much into the core gameplay, wraps it all in a tight control system and delivers a massive injection of fun to boot. It's a huge game and whilst you can rush through the core story in a few days, you won't get the best out of the game if you don't unlock all of the secrets - there are many rewards hidden in Assassin's Creed 2 and treasure/loot hunters will want to find them all. It's not without a few bugs, texture wise and a few issues here and there but for the most part, Assassin's Creed 2 stands as one of the best adventure driven swashbuckling epics I've had the pleasure to play on any platform, next to Uncharted 2. A flawless combat system combines with superb free running to deliver an epic story that twists and turns like a snake, dramatic, unexpected and most of all fun. Ezio might not be Altair but this new hero to don the eagle-hood, is perhaps more likeable and definitely more skilled.
XboxLiveAddicts (Nov 24, 2009)
Assassin's Creed II has become one of the most addictive games I have played for a long time, not only the great storyline, but the extensive database of history this game provides, plus the breath-taking views over Italy. It is very difficult for me to fault this game, if anything the control system can be a little difficult whilst jumping, but over all, this is a game which is very much worth your money. I have spent well over thirty hours with this game and still have a lot to complete.
GamesCollection (Jan 15, 2010)
Assassin's Creed II è un ottimo titolo, senza dubbio migliore sotto ogni aspetto rispetto al precedente episodio, e che aumenta ancora di più l'aspettattiva per l'inevitabile e a questo punto importantissimo terzo (e ultimo?) atto della trilogia. La trama, la grafica e la colonna sonora sono tecnicamente ben fatte ed evocative al punto giusto, i personaggi ben caratterizzati e il gameplay immersivo e appagante fanno di Assassin's Creed II un gioco da avere e da vivere, sperando di non uscire troppo presto dall'Animus.
XboxAchievements (Nov 23, 2009)
GamersGlobal (Nov 17, 2009)
Ein Spiel, das von der ersten Minute an Spaß macht und erstaunlich wenig Minuten ohne Spaß hat. Eine fast perfekte Mischung aus sehr storylastigen Missionen und einer starken Haupthandlung auf der einen Seite, und freiem Welterkunden (oder besser: Stadterkunden) auf der anderen. Prächtig anzuschauen, komfortabel zu steuern, abwechslungsreich, spannend -- so muss ein Computerspiel aussehen!
The Gamesmen (Nov 29, 2009)
In summation, the latest installment in the Assassin’s Creed franchise is improved in voluminous manner. Aside from a few extremely limited detractions, ACII markedly ups the ante and shows that the series has been prepared to ascend to the realm of AAA titles. A large part of this is thanks no doubt to the growth as well of the soundtrack’s composer, Jesper Kyd. The series can now be considered among the greatest of the industry. The Assassin’s Creed is simple: “Nothing is true; everything is permitted.” Apparently, Ubisoft took those words to to heart.
94 (Nov 17, 2009)
SOS Gamers (Jan 13, 2010)
El primer Assassin’s Creed no estaba nada mal, pero UbiSoft ha bordado la secuela, implementando cambios, mejoras y novedades que convierten ésta segunda entrega en un título indispensable. Los amantes de la acción, la aventura y el sigilo tienen ante sí una aventura exquisita, con muchas horas de juego, una historia llena de sorpresas, y un estilo artístico que encantará a todos los públicos. En definitiva, un título adictivo y ameno que da gusto jugar no sólo por la diversión que ofrece, sino por lo que impresiona en lo visual.
IGN (Nov 17, 2009)
Assassin's Creed II transforms a middling action game into an intriguing and consistently entertaining open-world adventure. Based on this game, Ubisoft Montreal should run a clinic on how to iterate a franchise and if the series continues in this vein, the next installment will take aim at Rockstar's best efforts. The experience is layered, unique, and shows an incredible attention to detail. This is one case where the sequel has triumphed over the original by catching the gameplay up to the already excellent visuals. No matter what your preconceptions are about Assassin's Creed II, the game is well worth your time and money.
Gamegravy (Sep 03, 2012)
In closing, this game is a great game. The graphics are fantastic, the story is pretty good, and the game play is very smooth for all the detail in the game and with all that goes on throughout. The game is a definite buy, especially to those who love great ways of killing your enemy in violent and bloody ways, and to those who loved the “Prince of Persia” games.
90 (Nov 16, 2009)
...vous jeter sur le titre d'Ubisoft sans aucune hésitation ! Certes, nous pouvons toujours mettre en avant les quelques petits défauts rencontrés, mais ces derniers sont très vite oubliés après quelques minutes passées en compagnie d’Ezio. Une fois de plus, le plaisir est au rendez-vous et les nombreuses améliorations apportées contribuent à faire de ce jeu une vraie suite. La variété des missions proposées, la réalisation d’ensemble de très bonne qualité, la copieuse durée de vie, ou encore la parfaite intégration historique font de cet Assassin's Creed II l’un des titres qu’il faut se procurer en cette fin d’année (finalement très riche en excellents jeux). Une fois de plus, c’est notre porte-monnaie qui va en subir les conséquences.
GameSpot (Nov 17, 2009)
Blend Games (Nov 29, 2009)
Thunderbolt Games (Dec 10, 2009)
Minor annoyances aside though, Assassin’s Creed II is a superb game. Ubisoft have clearly listened to the reaction to the first game and have gone out of their way to remedy its problems. Assassin’s Creed II has the same exhilarating gameplay, but with a much improved story, greater depth and more variety. This is undoubtedly one of the finest action games of this decade and there’s still nothing quite like it.
90 (Nov 17, 2009)
Fidèle au premier volet, Assassin's Creed 2 change légèrement de cap. Plus punchy, malgré un démarrage franchement longuet, plus rempli, il s'efforce de garder le joueur sur les rails de sa campagne principale variée, qui ne se limite plus à une série d'enquêtes et un assassinat, tout en lui laissant la liberté de s'adonner à des missions secondaires plus variées. Sur le fond, le jeu reste le même mais les ajouts sont loin d'être négligeables et font de ce second opus un des titres majeurs du moment.
Absolute Games ( (Dec 12, 2009)
Создавая продолжение популярной игры, современный разработчик осторожен и методичен, как наемный убийца, выбирающий удачный момент для атаки. Его задача — составить перечень грехов и исправить их один за другим. Ни к чему раскачивать лодку революционным новаторством. Достаточно пройти по списку «to-do» километровой длины и удержаться от соблазна включить конвейер.
Lens of Truth (Nov 25, 2009)
The new RPG elements, weapons, assassination moves, and better missions greatly increase the enjoyment. Finding and unlocking everything will keep you busy for weeks on end. While it isn’t the perfect Assassin game, ACII is a huge step in the right direction and a game well worth stabbing, I mean grabbing.
82 (Nov 16, 2009)
Ja: Die Aufgaben sind abwechslungsreicher, die Gefechte dynamischer, Konkubinen ausgesprochen hilfreich und Adleraugen entdecken überall versteckte Extras. Doch was, wenn sie genauer hinsehen? Dann entdecken sie im Rücken der strahlenden Fassaden knirschende Holzgerüste. Sie entdecken ein leeres Hollywood-Studio, dessen Darsteller nicht zur Arbeit erscheinen. Nur eine Handvoll Statisten stakst in voller Montur über die Bretter, die die Spielewelt bedeuten. Assassin's Creed II ist ein wunderschönes und unterhaltsames Spiel - es kann die faszinierende Illusion der Renaissance allerdings nicht lange genug aufrechterhalten.
Giant Bomb (Nov 17, 2009)
Assassin's Creed II elaborates on the good ideas of its sneak-and-stab forebear, making an experience that requires far fewer excuses to enjoy.
Gaming since 198x (Sep 08, 2010)
De nombreux points ont été améliorés, mais il y a encore du travail sur la planche, notamment au niveau de la maniabilité et de la gestion de la caméra. Pas vraiment un 3, mais pas encore un 4.
Retrogaming History (Dec 12, 2009)
Per molti è un capolavoro, per me “solamente” un buon gioco, con molte ottime idee sprecate, un sistema di controllo migliorato rispetto al passato ma ancora da perfezionare, una trama molto articolata ed altrettanto interessante, una notevole caratterizzazione dei personaggi, sia principali che secondari e, per finire, un’ottima riproduzione storica delle più importanti città italiane rinascimentali. Tecnicamente è evocativo e veramente bello da vedere ma ha comunque ancora qualcosa da ottimizzare soprattutto riguardo allo scandaloso bad clipping su alcuni elementi. Secondo il mio parere, Assassin’s Creed 2 è troppo ripetitivo e facile per poter essere considerato una pietra miliare nella storia dei videogiochi
DarkZero (Feb 13, 2010)
Game Critics (Dec 08, 2009)
Destructoid (Nov 25, 2009)