Overview
Assassin’s Creed Origins takes players on an unforgettable journey across Ancient Egypt, one of the most beautifully recreated worlds in the Assassin’s Creed series. Players control Bayek of Siwa, a Medjay warrior seeking justice after a personal tragedy. Along the way, he uncovers a conspiracy that eventually leads to the birth of the Hidden Ones—the organization that later becomes the Assassin Brotherhood.
Story
The story follows Bayek of Siwa, the last Medjay protector of Egypt. After suffering a devastating loss, Bayek and his wife Aya begin a dangerous quest for revenge against a mysterious secret organization known as the Order of the Ancients. Their journey shapes the foundations of the Assassin Brotherhood and changes the course of history forever.
Setting
The game is set in Ancient Egypt around 49 BCE during the reign of Cleopatra VII. Players explore deserts, lush oases, bustling cities, majestic temples, pyramids, tombs, and the legendary cities of Alexandria and Memphis, all recreated with remarkable historical detail.
Gameplay
Origins transforms the Assassin’s Creed formula into a full action RPG with level progression, loot, crafting, and exploration. Players are free to tackle missions in various ways using stealth, ranged combat, or direct confrontation.
- Massive open-world exploration
- Action RPG progression system
- Stealth, melee, and ranged combat
- Dynamic quests and side missions
- Loot, crafting, and equipment upgrades
- Single-player story-driven adventure
Combat System
The game features a redesigned combat system emphasizing timing, dodging, blocking, and weapon variety. Players can wield swords, spears, sickles, heavy blunt weapons, dual blades, shields, and powerful legendary equipment obtained throughout the adventure.
Exploration
Ancient Egypt is filled with hidden tombs, treasure chambers, ancient ruins, military forts, wildlife habitats, and mysterious side activities. Players can climb nearly every structure, sail across the Nile, ride horses and camels, and uncover countless secrets.
Role-Playing Progression
Players earn experience points by completing quests, defeating enemies, and exploring the world. Skill trees allow Bayek to specialize in warrior, hunter, or seer abilities, offering multiple approaches to combat and stealth.
Senu the Eagle
Bayek is accompanied by his eagle companion, Senu, who serves as an aerial scout. Players can use Senu to mark enemies, locate objectives, discover hidden treasures, and plan infiltration routes before entering dangerous areas.
Crafting and Equipment
Resources collected from wildlife and exploration can be used to upgrade Bayek’s armor, quiver, hidden blade, and other equipment. Weapons and shields come in different rarity levels with unique statistics and special abilities.
Visual Style
Assassin’s Creed Origins showcases breathtaking landscapes featuring golden deserts, lush riverbanks, bustling marketplaces, majestic temples, and realistic lighting effects. The game’s attention to historical architecture and environmental detail creates one of the most immersive settings in the franchise.
Main Features
- Explore a massive recreation of Ancient Egypt
- Origin story of the Assassin Brotherhood
- Deep RPG progression and skill trees
- Modern combat with diverse weapon types
- Stealth gameplay and eagle scouting system
- Crafting, loot, and legendary gear
- Historical Discovery Tour educational mode
Discovery Tour
Origins includes Discovery Tour, an educational mode that removes combat and allows players to freely explore Ancient Egypt while learning about its history, architecture, culture, religion, and daily life through interactive guided tours.
Downloadable Content
The game received two major expansions:
- The Hidden Ones – Continues Bayek’s story as the Hidden Ones grow into a powerful organization.
- The Curse of the Pharaohs – Introduces supernatural mythology, legendary pharaohs, and entirely new regions inspired by Egyptian beliefs.
Developer and Publisher
- Developer: Ubisoft Montreal
- Publisher: Ubisoft
- Genre: Action RPG, open world
- Mode: Single-player
- Engine: AnvilNext 2.0
Release Date
Assassin’s Creed Origins was released on October 27, 2017.
Platforms
- PC (Windows)
- PlayStation 4
- Xbox One
- Amazon Luna
Why Assassin’s Creed Origins Stands Out
Origins reinvented the Assassin’s Creed franchise by introducing RPG mechanics, deeper combat, expansive exploration, and one of the most authentic historical settings in gaming. Its combination of emotional storytelling and breathtaking world design makes it one of the series’ strongest entries.
Who Should Play It
This game is ideal for players who enjoy open-world adventures, historical settings, stealth gameplay, RPG progression, and rich storytelling. It is especially recommended for fans of Ancient Egypt and large-scale exploration.
Final Verdict
Assassin’s Creed Origins successfully revitalized the franchise with its engaging RPG mechanics, unforgettable protagonist, and stunning recreation of Ancient Egypt. Its compelling story, rewarding exploration, and satisfying combat make it one of the finest action RPGs in the Assassin’s Creed series.
