North America, 18th century In the chaos and violence of the French and Indian War, Shay Patrick Cormac, a fearless young man and member of the Assassin Order, undergoes a dark transformation that will forever change the future of the colonies. After a dangerous mission ends tragically, Shay abandons the Assassins who, in response, try to take his life. Banished by those he once called his brothers, Shay begins a mission to destroy all those who betrayed him and ultimately become the most feared Assassin hunter in history.
Introducing Assassin’s Creed® Rogue, the most darkest version of the Assassin’s Creed® franchise ever produced. As Shay, you will experience the slow transformation from Assassin to Assassin hunter. Follow your own conviction and set out on an extraordinary journey through New York City, through the Wild River Valley, to the icy waters of the North Atlantic, in search of your ultimate goal: destroying the Assassins.
Key Features
- Become the ultimate Assassin hunter – Experience the Assassin’s Creed universe from the perspective of a Templar. Play as Shay who, in addition to her deadly Master Assassin skills, also possesses never-before-seen skills and weapons:
o Use Shay’s deadly air rifle for both short and long range combat. Distract, eliminate, or confuse enemies using a variety of munitions, including specialized grenades.
o Protect yourself from hidden Assassins with your enhanced Aquiline Vision. Use Aquiline Vision to constantly monitor your surroundings and detect Assassins, hiding in the shadows, on rooftops or in crowds. - Slowly plunge into darkness – Witness Shay’s transformation from an adventurous Assassin to a sinister one and faithful Templar, willing to eliminate his former allies. Experience firsthand the events that will lead Shay down a dark path, in circumstances that will forever change the fate of the Assassin Order.
- New and improved naval battles – Board your ship, the Morrigan, and fight your way through the freezing seas of the North Atlantic and the shallow waters of North America’s river valleys. Assassin’s Creed Rogue adds new elements to the award-winning naval experience of Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag™, including:
o New enemy tactics. Defend yourself from Assassins who try to board your ship and defeat your crew. Drive them out quickly to avoid losing too many crew members.
o New weapons, such as flammable oil, which leaves a trail of fire that burns enemy ships, and the Puckle machine gun, capable of continuous fire.
o An arctic world full of possibilities. Break through layers of ice with your ship to discover hidden locations and use icebergs as cover during naval battles. - A vast and diverse open world to explore – Shay’s story allows you to explore three unique environments:
the North Atlantic Ocean: Experience the icy winds and enormous icebergs of the Arctic in this large naval park.
the Valley of Rivers: A vast, hybrid setting of the American frontier, mixing rivers perfect for navigation and exploration in terra firma.
o New York City: One of the most famous cities in the world, completely recreated as it was in the 18th century.
