Will Unity and Syndicate inhibit my ability to go around the map like Black Flag did or am i allowed to go as much as I can in Unity & Syndicate and put off Origins for now? By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. Otherwise I would prefer Origins first, New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, More posts from the assassinscreed community. . Black flag is worth it imo. You like London and Jack the Ripper? I’ve never played Unity or Syndicate and I got through Origins and Odyssey just fine. Origins, however, gives the player a lot more freedom when it comes to playstyle, giving you chances to approach your missions with straightforward melee combat or with stealth. For news, discussion and more about Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed franchise. Instead of orcs, pirates. So you think Unity’s the most enjoyable of those I mentioned? It doesn't feel like it was put together by working stiffs and beancounters who are mostly interested in keeping the cashflow up. Thinking to start Odyssey but haven’t played Origins. Earlier today I went back to Origins after two constantly annoyed Odyssey playthroughs and was immediately reminded of how Origins was so much better in all respects that matter. Thanks for renewing my interest in it. I know the past time stories are not connected but I think present time stories are connected. Play Unity. That game was the most sophisticated and fulfilling when it came to stealth. What everyone else has said. Probably will give it a go then. Black Flag through Syndicate did nothing. Origins has a larger map, cribbed rpg elements and hack-and-slash combat. I would skip origins honestly, it felt like a stepping stone for Odyssey to me. And at 4k/60fps. I'm dead serious. Some mechanics are worse though. If I want to go to Kingston with my 14 man crew, and starting gear and ship equipment bloody let me. Just would like to say thanks, to everyone for taking the time to actually reading my post. Like...assassin pirate. Think of Origins as AC1 and Odyssey as Ac2 if you played them before. Press J to jump to the feed. But I digress. So I’m stuck on whether I should play the previous games before Origins or just get right onto it. Great games, even if they are weak in some areas. AC series was fine before origins explanations, but it is really cool seeing how it all came to be imo. Nothing very important and you're free to skip Origins but there were some stuff in Origins which aren't in Odyssey such as: *Mounts that aren't horses (chariots, horses, and camels in Origins; horses in Odyssey; There should be chariots in Odyssey but aren't), *Most of the antagonists had a more distinct personality in Origins than in Odyssey, *Better written Protagonist and arguably better written story in Origins, *Mercenary System with RNG-built enemies that keep coming after you if you've stolen, murdered guards or civilians, burned resource crates, sunk ships, and other stuff, *Better outfit customization with waist, helm, legs, and torso pieces than Origins which only had specific outfits. Or as in contribution as a game of the series wise (kinda like Shrek sequels after the second one, its there and some people enjoyed it but most would think it not necessary). But I’m excited to find out. Don’t get me wrong, I like Black Flag its not a bad game, in fact its good. Syndicate has gangs.... and thats about it. Syndicate takes some getting used to but Jacob and Evie are the best AC Protagonists you'll ever get (Ezio cheated, he had a trilogy). Would I miss important stuff? Plus playing through Origins and Odyssey now? I decided to skip the others & look forward to Valhalla. The Order of the Ancients leaves a slightly bitter taste though, some of the targets are just bad for badness sake. Cookies help us deliver our Services. Black flag is phenomenal. Am i right in assuming Unity is more combat driven, Syndicate story-driven and Origins (from the good things I’ve hears) is my personal Yellow Umbrella Lady...or game. Well that’s all besides the point. Im in the same boat as you, stopped after black flag, i have unity and syndicate from a boundle but havnt played yet. :). If you enjoy stealthy gameplay and being rewarded for approaching your targets undetected, I'd recommend Unity. Would you miss important stuff? Maybe Vallhalla will be even better, but it’s going to be hard to top Origins . The whole Minerva thing at the end of AC3? But in the end I'd say play them all in order~ Christmas is coming soon, so maybe you can get Unity and Syndicate on sale in a bundle. i played the very first assassins creed game when it came out in 2007 . A host of pirate characters to be rivals, enemies, form alliances and hell even have alliance pirate wars. Origins was a great game and is the best Assassin’s Creed game ever made. There’s a new “present-day” character starting in Origins. Like, to those who haved played Shadow of Mordor/War, the Nemesis System into this. Unity is an amazing game for some people; it depends on your taste. The overarching modern days sucks and is minimal. No, but you'd miss a bloody good game. By most customisation, can you elaborate in what sense? No more. *Upgradeable ship unlike in Origins (You're barely able to use the ship in Origins either whereas you can use it in Odyssey as much as you like. This kept getting removed in the normal sub. Play it afterwards tbh. By “worth it” do you mean story-wise? Now fast forward again to last week, I heard that AC: Origins was dubbed “the best instalment in the series”, and like most of my fellows here who like Brotherhood as the best I had to see if this was true or not... but I already have Black Flag and its not even finished for me yet. TL;DR I’m a guy who enjoys personal freedom in my rpgs and the ability to travel wherever, whenever before doing the main storylines. Fast forward to less than 2 months ago I played Shadows of War and loved it, saw AC:Origins was coming out by the time I just about finished Shadows of War and was hesitant to buy it, as well I’ve just had a 2-week binge of Shadows of War which was too similar to the Ac games in terms of style so I decided against it. Fucking amazing game. That Layla Hassan story. Odyssey was the most memorable gaming experience I've had in many years. I have already played the first 5. One thing though. Save for a few quests which require its use, you don't need to use the Adrestia in Odyssey at all. Id leave everything but consider black flag. Don’t like spoilers, but I inadvertently can’t help but click them. I want it to feel fresh and exciting again. If I play as a pirate let me loot, raze, and take my crew with me onto land. You should be fine. Ubi makes these games so you can pick up whichever with no need for another. And Origins has a very VERY well developed main character, amazing open world elements, and great combat. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Press J to jump to the feed. I’m out of the loop now that odyssey is the latest. I was bored of AC by the 2nd game & hadn't played one since. I’ll be on PlayStation 4, and i am contemplating on which one to get now that everyone is saying Orgins was better than odyssey. Never played syndicate so cant say much about that one. Do you like the French Revolution? I definitely enjoy the aspect of travelling on a ship and naval warfare as a pirate against navies, merchants and forts and traversing islands for rewards. Origins is also the same. Honestly get Origins after. So there was nothing in there. Currently as much as I’m enjoying Black Flag the fact “memories” stop me from going to an area piss me off. Well there is a big discount for now that’s why I want to get Odyysey. Unity has the best combat mechanics if you like traditional AC games, the most customization and the only multiplayer that isn't totally dead. Back then, it wouldn’t have but after playing Skyrim where you can go literally anywhere and Witcher 3 where I could literally go ignore what Yennefer said about going to Novigrad first and go to her in Skellige instead, where the game will adapt its story to that scenario amazes me. *More abilities for Hunters, Warriors, and Assassins, So overall, its worth giving Origins a try. Just needed a reason, so cheers for that. AC: Origins was dubbed “the best instalment in the series”. That’s what I did and I love seeing all these little things like Greek soldiers, Greek men and women in game, people saying “Malakas” (which I’ve heard!) Hey guys, been playin the AC games since Brotherhood into Black Flag but have taken a break from them as my taste of rpgs changed to more open world games like Witcher 3. I found Origins to feel aged in comparison, but enjoyed the story. But graphics seem cleaner and more contrasted, cutscenes are better quality and better efficiently used, story is definitely better. Just read all the compaints on this sub that the fanboys are trying to downvote into oblivion. I don't think any of these games block you from exploring the map. For news, discussion and more about Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed franchise. Glad to see it turned out well, just turned 20 25 minutes ago and wanted to try some of my first things before I did. Is that a big spoiler? Unity is a hit or miss I enjoyed the parkour. I found Origins to feel aged in comparison, but enjoyed the story. Or can i give in to my urges? and such. The site may not work properly if you don't, If you do not update your browser, we suggest you visit, Press J to jump to the feed. So ye...like, please. Certain areas would have higher-ranking enemies and its advisable you level up before you go to those areas. Have you any suggestions like reading an article about the story or somethin like that? I have exams soon and need to revise. I played Odyssey then Origins recently, wish I had gone the other way around. Any feedback? Origins introduces Layla, so if you go straight to Odyssey, you'd miss her introduction in the Modern Day story.