Assassin's Creed: Altair's Chronicles

Assassin's Creed: Altair's Chronicles is a stealth game for the DS. The game is a prequel to 2007's Assassin's Creed.

Fast Facts

1. Developer: Ubisoft Montreal
2. Genre: Stealth
3. Platform: DS
4. Release Date: February 5, 2008

Story

The game's setting is the Holy Land's Third Crusade battle in 1191 AD for control of Jerusalem. A young assassin is charged with retrieving the sacred Chalice which will end the Crusade victoriously for its owner.

Gameplay

Main gameplay is similar to Prince of Persia-style platforming, mixed with stealth and combat. There are three levels of difficulty, allowing players to take on bigger challenges as they gain experience. The touch screen is utilized primarily for mini-games and map display. The combat system consists primarily of bombs, projectiles, weak attacks, strong attacks, and combinations of the two.

Weapons

1. Hidden retractable blade
2. Sword
3. Crossbow
4. Bombs
5. Smoke bombs
6. Throwing knives

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