History Is Much More Important
There’s a greater importance placed on education and learning in Assassin’s Creed Origins that hasn’t been fully explored in previous titles despite the series always having a historic setting. This is most evident in the game’s Discovery Tour mode, which is completely devoid of any kind of combat in favor of immersing players in details and factoids surrounding Ancient Egypt. There are dozens of tours to be experienced that have been curated by actual historians and Egyptologists, in fact, backing creative director Jean Guesdon’s claim that the mode “is another way to enjoy the beauty of the world we’ve recreated.”
The rich and enthralling world of ancient Egypt feels alive yet grounded, unsheathing the mysteries and intricacies of the locale that stills baffles historians today. Assassin’s Creed Origins could very well be the gateway in which many people discover a passion for history, which is something the development team at Ubisoft could take a lot of pride in. Out of all the new mechanics that have been introduced to the series through Origins, this is one that’s perhaps most deserving to stay.
All in all, to fully grasp at all the new additions Assassin’s Creed Origins has to offer, it’s perhaps best to try out the game for oneself. The title will be available for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One this Friday. Try not to get lost in a desert oasis until then.
