Description:
Assassin's Creed III is an action-adventure game that serves as the fifth major installment in the Assassin's Creed series. It was a pivotal entry that introduced significant new features and brought the long-running storyline of protagonist Desmond Miles to a close.
The game is set in the 18th century during the American Revolution. The main narrative follows Ratonhnhaké:ton, also known as Connor Kenway, a half-English, half-Mohawk Assassin. After his village is destroyed, he dedicates his life to fighting for justice, a path that leads him to take part in pivotal moments of the revolution, interacting with historical figures like George Washington and Benjamin Franklin.
Key Gameplay Features
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Expanded Open World: The game's setting includes bustling colonial cities like Boston and New York, as well as the vast, untamed Frontier. The game introduced a new traversal system that allows for free-running through dense forests and climbing trees.
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Naval Combat: A major new feature for the series, players can command a ship, the Aquila, to engage in naval battles and explore the seas off the American coast.
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Hunting and Crafting: Connor can hunt animals in the Frontier for pelts and resources, which can be used to craft new items and upgrade the Homestead, a central hub for side missions and a growing community of artisans.
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New Combat and Stealth Mechanics: The combat system was refined to be more fluid and brutal, allowing players to use a wide variety of new weapons, including a tomahawk, rope dart, and bow and arrow.