Adventures In Assassin's Creed III

"I speed through the American frontier, a vast wilderness flowing with life. Atop I make my way to the highest vista, to map my journey to Boston. I have to meet with Sam Adams, to light a spark, that will ignite a young nation." - Me as Connor, enjoying a great game

Hours into Assassin's Creed III, I am in joy and delight.

"This game is why I game."

Even within hours into the experience, the player continues to learn new abilities. The latest, was naval warfare on your own ship. This is the icing on the cake. This gameplay element alone is worth the price of admission.

I won't spoil any plot points here, except for the final line in this post. I will say, I love the gradual learning of the gameplay through character and plot. Look, you won't be wearing the iconic AC outfit until hours into the game. You have to earn it. When you do, it becomes an emotional reward between character and player. Oh, it felt so good to finally put it on. I not only had a smile on my face, but a lump in my throat. There will be those who will want to rush through the experience, but it doesn't cut it. Pacing is key and the reward is emotionally greater.

I love a game that structures itself in that fashion, a sync between player, character and gameplay. Very few franchises do it and do it very well. The only two that pop into my mind that are as successful as AC is Metal Gear and Zelda, classic franchises in their own right.

I love this game. You should really play it.

* Spoiler Alert * ACIII is epic. The frontier is vast. I have a tea party to crash and it's going to be a heck of a lot of fun! * Spoiler Alert *