Overall, the game is stunning but a few major flaws prevent it from living up to the pre-launch build up.
Firstly, the plot overall is very engaging and I couldn't wait to find out more. Unfortunately, the only good part was the cinematic moments when out of the Animus (explained in-game) when Dr.Vidic and his accomplice reveal what is going on. The missions which you can actually play set in 1191AD are very repetitive and the voice acting is perculiar as Altair (the main character) has an American accent when everyone else have middle-eastern ones! Next, the combat system is good but counter attacks make it all to easy to win a fight. Finally, tthe amount of information given to you is extremely small (a very annoying way to guarantee a sequel, especially when this one cost £40!).
The best points are an brilliantly recreated 12th centuary middle east, engaging story and a few decent missions. The cliffhanger at the end is good but "the end" comes far too soon!