Assassin's Creed III: Liberation

68%
Game Brain Score Based on 105 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • stability
Assassin's Creed III: Liberation Game Cover
The PS Vita receives a wonderful, but slightly flawed, exclusive Assassin's Creed title in Liberation.
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Assassin's Creed III: Liberation is a historical open-world game set during the pre-American Revolution, available on HD consoles and PC. The game offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, with enhanced gameplay, a deeper story, and stunning visuals. Despite some bugs, Liberation provides a full Assassin's Creed experience with its immersive setting and Assassin action.

  • PC
  • Play​Station
  • Play​station 3
  • Play​station Vita
  • Xbox
  • Xbox 360
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

68%
Audience ScoreBased on 105 reviews
story16 positive mentions
stability17 negative mentions
  • The graphics are impressive for a handheld game, rivaling console titles and providing a visually appealing experience.
  • The gameplay is fun and fluid, capturing the essence of the Assassin's Creed series with a variety of missions and side activities.
  • Having a female protagonist adds a refreshing perspective to the game, showcasing a strong character in a historical setting.
  • The story is often confusing and lacks depth, with many plot points feeling rushed or poorly explained.
  • The game suffers from various glitches and bugs, including save issues and frustrating touchscreen mechanics that detract from the overall experience.
  • Some gameplay elements, such as the persona switching mechanic, can feel limiting and disrupt the flow of the game.
  • story59 mentions

    The story of the game is generally considered average, with many players finding it confusing and filled with clichés, despite some interesting elements like the female lead, Aveline. While the setting in New Orleans and varied missions provide some enjoyment, the narrative lacks depth and coherence, leaving players disengaged at times. Overall, the gameplay is fun, but the story fails to leave a lasting impression due to its plot holes and underdeveloped backstory.

    • “Most of the story takes place in New Orleans, with occasional jaunts to the swamps of the bayou, some Mayan ruins in Mexico, and a brief visit to a certain northern snowy location where you meet up with a surprise guest star for one mission.”
    • “The story so far: as anyone who has read knows, this is the first game of the franchise to have a female lead by the name of Aveline and the story takes place in New Orleans.”
    • “Aveline is a refreshing character with a rather short but intriguing story.”
    • “Aveline is already an assassin at the beginning of the story, and they never explain how or when she joined the brotherhood.”
    • “I rolled my eyes on more than one occasion and laughed out loud at what was supposed to be one of the story's most emotional crescendos.”
    • “The game's protagonist is a wonderful anti-stereotype, but she is betrayed by a story told so haphazardly as to be incomprehensible.”
  • graphics32 mentions

    The graphics of Assassin's Creed Liberation HD are widely praised for their impressive quality, often compared to Uncharted: Golden Abyss, showcasing beautiful scenery and solid detail that push the limits of the PS Vita. However, many users report issues such as frame drops, graphical glitches, and occasional NPC bugs that detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the game is considered one of the best-looking titles on handheld platforms, making it a standout in terms of visual presentation.

    • “The graphics are amazing for a first-gen Vita title, but they are betrayed by an engine that's prone to crashes and glitches.”
    • “When the game operates smoothly, it's a pretty intriguing storyline and the graphics engine is also pretty superb.”
    • “This game is worth owning just to show off the graphics of the Vita to your friends.”
    • “I haven't experienced anything that would be game breaking, but the many graphical glitches I have experienced just made me feel like I was playing an unfinished game.”
    • “Graphics were not up to the usual AC standards, but you can only expect so much from a Vita game.”
    • “The graphics also seem to take too much of a hit as well, but it plays well enough not to be too frustrating or ugly to look at.”
  • stability17 mentions

    The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting various glitches and bugs that detract from the overall experience. While some users have not encountered game-breaking issues, others have noted frequent graphical glitches and crashes that suggest the game feels unfinished. Overall, the presence of these stability issues has led to hesitance in recommending the game, despite its enjoyable aspects.

    • “Save data corruption and game-breaking glitches.”
    • “The graphics are amazing for a first-gen Vita title, but they are betrayed by an engine that's prone to crashes and glitches.”
    • “I still managed to enjoy this, but there are some seriously annoying glitches that I experienced while playing this game that have made me hesitant to recommend it.”
  • gameplay15 mentions

    The gameplay of Liberation HD is generally praised for its familiar Assassin's Creed mechanics, including fluid movement, counter combat, and engaging environments. However, some players criticize the reliance on touchscreen mechanics, repetitive side missions, and occasional framerate issues, suggesting that while the gameplay is enjoyable, it is not without its flaws. Overall, it offers a solid experience with beautiful graphics and a compelling storyline, despite some gameplay inconsistencies.

    • “The game plays like a normal Assassin's Creed game; for those who played this game and Assassin's Creed III on consoles, they may notice that the controls and gameplay are similar.”
    • “But that's not the point of the game; the point is to enjoy a fully realized Assassin's game, with the free-flowing mechanics, counter combat, free running, and just flat-out killing.”
    • “Large open environments and fun gameplay all around.”
    • “I'm not going into a whole explanation of what it is about, but I will tell you that all you do is tap the screen with no gameplay at all.”
    • “Besides the newly introduced mechanics, Liberation does find itself with the same issues that previous Assassin's Creed games have had as well.”
    • “Touchscreen gimmicks could have been avoided. Backstory is not fleshed out. Repetitive gameplay mechanics and side missions.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional impact of the game is undermined by moments that come off as unintentionally humorous, leading to a disconnect during key emotional scenes. Additionally, frequent graphical glitches contribute to a sense of an unfinished product, further detracting from the overall emotional experience.

  • optimization2 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally solid, particularly for handheld devices, with great performance and an engaging storyline. However, some users have noted minor performance issues in certain areas, and a few missions may necessitate a walkthrough.

    • “Pros: great performance for a handheld, lots of weapons, and an awesome storyline.”
    • “There are a few performance issues in some spots, but nothing game-breaking.”
    • “The game struggles with frame rate drops during intense scenes, which affects the overall experience.”
    • “Loading times are excessively long, making it frustrating to get into the action.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere is enhanced by a well-balanced blend of background music and foreground sounds, effectively evoking the feeling of being in the 1700s in New Orleans, despite some users noting that the immersion could be deeper.

    • “After fiddling around with the settings, I managed to find a good blend of music in the background and atmosphere in the foreground. While it may not be the most immersive sound, it's still enough to give you a feel of being in the Big Easy in the 1700s.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth and detail that would make the world feel alive.”
    • “Despite the game's setting, the ambiance is surprisingly dull, failing to evoke any real sense of place or time.”
    • “The sound design is underwhelming, and even after adjusting the settings, it doesn't create an immersive experience.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game, while not highly immersive, effectively complements the atmosphere, creating a fitting backdrop that evokes the essence of the 1700s in New Orleans. Users appreciate the ability to adjust settings for a balanced audio experience.

    • “After fiddling around with the settings, I managed to find a good blend of music in the background and atmosphere in the foreground. While it may not be highly immersive sound, it's still enough to give you a feel of being in the Big Easy in the 1700s.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly captures the essence of the game, enhancing the overall experience and drawing you deeper into the world.”
    • “The music is beautifully composed, creating an emotional connection that elevates the gameplay and makes every moment feel significant.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding in the game to be more enjoyable than in many other Vita titles, though some sections can feel slow and tedious. However, when in Aveline's assassin persona, the gameplay becomes more engaging and natural.

    • “Some parts are really slow and tedious.”
    • “The grinding feels excessive and takes away from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
    • “The repetitive tasks make it hard to stay engaged with the story.”
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