Since its inception in 2007, the Assassin's Creed franchise has grown to become one of the most acclaimed game franchises in the industry. Its success has been marked by numerous critically acclaimed titles over the years, but the most recent one, Assassin's Creed Syndicate, has taken the world by storm.
Set in the 1800s, Syndicate follows the story of two siblings—Jacob and Evie Frye—who are in the heart of gang-infested Victorian London, making their way up the ranks of organized crime in order to gain control of the boroughs of London, and eventually the city itself. With the help of rebellious gangs, the Frye twins attempt to overthrow the Templars and their corrupt practices in a game of revolutionary tactics and breathtaking battles.
Assassin's Creed Syndicate stands out from the rest of the Assassin's Creed titles because of its boldness in taking a different direction. Instead of just having the player focus on the ongoing struggles between the Assassins and the Templars, Syndicate draws the player into a chaotic, and more importantly living, vision of London during the height of the Industrial Revolution. Everything from the music to the atmospherics to the unprecedented level of free-roaming and customization has given Syndicate that extra edge that made it a game to remember.
The game succeeds in capturing the exact tumultuous atmosphere of the period. The world and its characters all seem to be in an ever-changing state of flux and the player has to move quickly, or else fail. Being able to control crowds and gangs and influence their decisions is an aspect of the game that gives the player a unique sense of freedom and control that is unprecedented in the Assassin's Creed franchise.
Being able to shape and lead a revolution in the streets of London and beyond is a task that is exceeded only by the expectations placed on the player. The story and the characters, as well as the rest of the world that comes with the game, encourages exploration and experimentation and actually invites the player to take a role in a larger power struggle between two forces that are determined to reign supreme.
The player is tasked with taking back London from the Templars and their corrupting grasp. Building an army, customizing weapons and commanding respect in the streets is all part of the game and Syndicate makes it as realistic and immersive as possible. Being able to create an identity for yourself and actually lead a revolution is a huge challenge, especially in the backdrop of such a volatile period.
It is up to the player to ultimately decide how the story will play out, and how the revolution will end. This is the driving force behind Assassin's Creed Syndicate and what truly sets it apart from the other Assassin's Creed games. It encourages the player to be creative and inventive and to be both the leader and the innovator. In a way, it is a chance to create a new future from the ground up, using tactics, combat and creativity to secure the has fate of London.
By allowing the player to shape and lead a revolution, Assassin's Creed Syndicate gives players a unique opportunity to bring about a new future in the world of the Assassins Creed franchise. In a city of turmoil and chaos, players can truly mimic the tactics and strategies of the original assassins and lead the revolutions in the streets of London. The game is a testament to the power of the franchise and the creativity and history within the game, and it makes sure to reward the player for their efforts through storylines and rewards along the way.
The ability to lead a revolution and shape the story as they progress is just one aspect of what makes Assassin's Creed Syndicate so innovative and successful. The game offers a level of exploration and customization that is unparalleled in the franchise and entices players to become part of a revolution in a greater effort to create a personal legacy and to show the world what they are capable of. Syndicate ultimately presents an intriguing and unique opportunity for its players to lead a revolution in a dangerous and ever-changing world and to create a new future in their own terms.
