Assassins Creed: Odyssey (PS4)

As a longtime fan of the Assassin's Creed franchise, I approached Assassin’s Creed Odyssey with high expectations. I’m thrilled to report that this game not only met but exceeded them. From the sprawling landscapes of Ancient Greece to the intricate storytelling and exhilarating gameplay, Odyssey is a triumph on every front.Stunning Visuals and Immersive WorldThe first thing that strikes you about Assassin’s Creed Odyssey is its breathtaking world. Ubisoft has meticulously crafted a vibrant, living depiction of Ancient Greece, complete with sun-drenched beaches, bustling cities, and rugged mountains. Each location is brimming with detail, making exploration a joy. Whether you're sailing across the Aegean Sea or wandering through Athens, the game's visual fidelity is consistently impressive.The day-night cycle and dynamic weather system further enhance the immersion, creating an ever-changing environment that feels truly alive. From the sparkling waters to the intricacies of ancient architecture, Odyssey’s visuals are a feast for the eyes.Engaging Storyline and Rich CharactersOdyssey offers a deep and engaging narrative set during the Peloponnesian War. You have the choice to play as either Alexios or Kassandra, mercenaries who embark on an epic quest to uncover their past and navigate the political turbulence of the time.The storytelling is robust, featuring well-developed characters and complex moral choices that genuinely impact the game's outcome. Ubisoft has done an excellent job of interweaving historical events with personal drama, keeping you invested in the protagonist’s journey. The dialogue options and branching storylines add layers of depth, ensuring that no two playthroughs are exactly alike.Dynamic Combat and GameplayThe combat in Odyssey is fast-paced and fluid, offering a blend of melee, ranged, and stealth tactics. The introduction of special abilities, such as the iconic Spartan kick or devastating archery skills, adds variety and excitement to battles.The game’s RPG elements shine through in its skill trees and gear customization. You can tailor your character’s abilities to suit your playstyle, whether you prefer direct combat, stealthy assassinations, or ranged attacks. The leveling system is rewarding, encouraging you to explore, complete missions, and uncover the secrets scattered throughout the world.Naval warfare also returns with a bang. Commanding your ship, the Adrestia, and engaging in sea battles is a thrilling experience. Upgrading your ship and recruiting crew members add another layer of strategy and depth to the gameplay.Expansive Exploration and QuestsOdyssey’s map is one of the largest in the Assassin's Creed series, teeming with things to do. From main story missions to side quests, treasure hunts, and ancient ruins, there's no shortage of activities to keep you entertained.The game’s quest design is varied and engaging, often involving intriguing narratives and rewarding exploration. The sheer scope of content is impressive, ensuring that even after dozens of hours, there’s always something new to discover. The historical accuracy and rich lore embedded in each location make exploration educational as well as entertaining.Value for MoneyWith its vast world, deep narrative, and extensive content, Assassin’s Creed Odyssey offers incredible value. The game can easily provide over 100 hours of gameplay, making it a worthwhile investment for any player seeking an epic adventure. The PS4 version performs admirably, with smooth frame rates and quick loading times that keep you immersed in the action.Pros and ConsPros:Stunningly detailed and immersive open worldEngaging and branching storyline with meaningful choicesDynamic and customizable combat systemExtensive and varied content with countless quests and activitiesHigh replayability due to multiple endings and pathsRich historical setting with educational valueCons:The sheer size of the map can be overwhelming for some playersOccasional minor bugs and glitchesSome side quests can feel repetitive over timeConclusionAssassin’s Creed Odyssey for PS4 is a monumental achievement in the action-RPG genre. It seamlessly blends an enthralling storyline with a richly detailed world and dynamic gameplay. Whether you’re a fan of the series or a newcomer, Odyssey promises an unforgettable journey through one of history's most fascinating eras. Grab your sword and prepare to embark on an adventure of epic proportions—Odyssey is a must-play.

A game worth playing.The story is quite long and it can take 50+ hrs on normal to complete the game with minimal side missions.Although I recommend playing the game on hard as it is more fun that way. (But it will be a bit challenging at start , especially for those who are playing an RPG game for the first time.)In hard difficulty, doing side missions is required or else you won't level up.There are a lot of side missions in the game which at time feel just like a main mission.Upgrading your gear,finding new ones is a lot of fun.The map is huge, literally, spanning over 250 square kilometers.Completing the whole game is a 100+hr task.So,the people who complete game quite fast will also take a lot of time in completing this game.The open world is beautiful and exploring on sea is just awesome.The naval combat is refined .The only cons I can think of is,that the game is a bit too long and you have to keep on grinding at higher difficulties (which is usually fun but can be infuriating at start),and it feels a bit less like an assassin's Creed game when compared to origins and other games.But I think that even with these cons the game is fantastic and these cons shouldn't matter much.A word of advice I would like to give is that update the game to latest patch as some of the glitches have been fixed and also the latest patch brought the new game plus mode which you can play after completing the main story for the first time.

This works smoothly on ps5 and I loved the open world and naval combat and graphics man it was amazing the only challenge I found was to increase my lvl according to the main quest ( people who want games like ac unity etc won't like it guess)But it's a decent game

Assassin's creed Odyssey may not be the typical assassin's creed gameplay but it is an outstanding RPG. The story is solid, gameplay is good, and the whole presentation is quite immersive. The world is huge, and after 200+ hours I've still got so many things to discover. I had to update my game to the latest software version because I had some significant bugs that were hampering my immersion into the gameplay. Just keep that in mind. If you want a good RPG and are familiar with classical RPG mechanics, definitely get this. Even if you're a casual player with little to no knowledge of RPGs you will still enjoy the solid story and gameplay. Oh and finally, always choose Kassandra as your player. Kassandra is love, Kassandra is life, Kassandra is Aphrodite herself in digital avatar. I love you Kassandra.

I haven't played assasin creed game since unity... And I feel so refresh playing this game after so many years .. will definitely try other assasin creed part

Gameplay is just ok.Story is long and good but not properly presented. Voice acting is lackluster and so are facial expressions etc. There are no epic moments or anything fantastic in the story. Just very average.Looks beautiful even on my ps4 slim, but can look slightly blurry at times. Tree LOD transition distance is not very good so you will see them getting leaves in front of you. Textures are good but they can stream late. Texture filtering is low too.No frame drops throughout the game but there is one very specific and very good, story boss fight where you get 23 fps or so. Frames drop very badly in the arena too.