Assassin's Creed 2
Assassin’s Creed® 2 is the follow-up to the title that became the fastest-selling new IP in video game history. The highly anticipated title features a new hero, Ezio Auditore da Firenze, a young Italian noble, and a new era, the Renaissance. Assassin’s Creed 2 retains the core gameplay experience that made the first opus a resounding success and features new experiences that will surprise and challenge players. Assassin’s Creed 2 is an epic story of family, vengeance and conspiracy set in the pristine, yet brutal, backdrop of a Renaissance Italy. Ezio befriends Leonardo da Vinci, takes on Florence’s most powerful families and ventures throughout the canals of Venice where he learns to become a master assassin. EZIO, A NEW ASSASSIN FOR A NEW ERA Ezio Auditore da Firenze is a young Italian noble who will learn the ways of the assassins after his family was betrayed and he looks to seek vengeance. He is a lady’s man, a free soul with panache yet has a very human side to his personality. Through him, you become a master assassin. RENAISSANCE ITALY Italy in the 15th century was less a country and more a collection of city-states where families with political and economic strength began to take leadership roles in cities like Florence and Venice. This journey through some of the most beautiful cities in the world takes place in a time in history where culture and art were born alongside some of the most chilling stories of corruption, greed and murder.
Game Discussion
Steam User 425
right click ubisoft game -> go to properties -> general -> launch options -> add this line '-skiplauncher'
Now you're no longer held hostage by shitty 3rd party launchers
Steam User 113
For who can't play this game cuz the uplay mfs shit thing, u need install ubisoft connect from official web first and then launch the game from ur steam library, steam need to ban 3rd launcher
Steam User 51
This is where it all started.
Ezio goes from “just vibing in Italy” to “full-time stab enthusiast” in about 10 minutes.
Florence, Venice, Leonardo freakin’ da Vinci as your gadget guy — it’s pure Renaissance chaos.
The story slaps, the soundtrack gives goosebumps, and the moment you first climb the Duomo? Peak gaming history.
Mama mia, that’s-a lot of revenge.
Steam User 41
Due to recent DRM changes, the game is unplayable now. It won't start up the story mode -- Steam itself no longer gives you the CD Key to try and register it on Ubisoft Connect, mind you.
If you do buy this game, you'll waste your money, be stuck with the "Game.Startup.AwaitingFirstOsiConnection" bug and be stuck with an unplayable game in your library, since ubisoft itself said there are no plans to update the title and fix it. Ironically, only those who legally acquired the game are forbidden from playing on Steam. If you download a cracked version, it works with no problems whatsoever. What a joke.
Update 22/06/2025 - The DRM issue has been resolved, but I'll still keep my original complaint as a reminder if it happens again. It's why Assassin's Creed II took a plunge on recent reviews on june 2025, too.
IF there are no problems in the future, this is easily one of the greatest games you can play. As much as there's some lore you would be missing if you didn't start with Assassin's Creed I (which to this day has no subtitles, I believe?), this game is a huge upgrade from the previous title and presents arguably the favorite assassin of the fanbase, Ezio Auditore. Get comfortable with Ezio, because you're going to know his live very well through this game, Assassin's Creed Brotherhood and Assassin's Creed Revelations, which a lot of old fans (and myself included) argue is the best trillogy in the series to this day.
Steam User 33
-It is a good life we lead, brother.
-The best, may it never change.
-And may it never change us.
Steam User 35
A Masterpiece That Defined a Generation
Assassin’s Creed II is a defining moment in gaming history. Words cannot express how much this game means to me. It shaped my identity as a gamer, and to this day, I am endlessly grateful for what it gave me.
From the very first moments, AC II grabs you and never lets go. The opening sequence is one of the greatest in gaming history, an introduction so powerful, so emotional, it sends chills down your spine. You climb a church tower with your brother on a beautiful night, and then... the music swells, the title appears on screen, and in that instant, you realize: this is something special. It’s a moment that stays with you forever.
Ezio Auditore’s journey is legendary, a tale of vengeance, growth, and destiny that stays with you long after the credits roll. Jesper Kyd’s soundtrack? Pure magic. Every note, every theme seeps into your soul, elevating every moment into something unforgettable. This game didn’t just redefine a franchise—it left its mark on the entire gaming industry.
And yet, looking at where the series has gone, it breaks my heart. What once was a deeply personal, emotional, and revolutionary experience has lost its identity over the years. But no matter what came after, Assassin’s Creed II remains untouched—a masterpiece, an unforgettable adventure, and a game that will forever hold a special place in my heart.
Steam User 55
Assassin's Creed II: The Leap That Defined a Franchise
If the first Assassin's Creed was a promising but flawed prototype, Assassin's Creed II is the polished, fully-realized vision. This sequel fixed almost every criticism of its predecessor, delivering one of the most significant and beloved improvements in gaming history.
Playing as the charismatic Ezio Auditore da Firenze, you embark on a thrilling revenge story across Renaissance Italy. The game introduces a much more open-ended structure, replacing repetitive investigations with a wide variety of missions. New features like a sprawling economic system (rebuilding your villa), a wider array of weapons and tools, and even Leonardo da Vinci as your personal gadget-maker made the world feel alive and engaging.
While it remains a classic, the game does feel dated by today's standards. The parkour, while a massive leap forward for its time, lacks the fluidity and automation of recent titles. The combat, though improved, can still feel repetitive and simple. Some mission designs and graphical limitations are clearly a product of their era.