Assassin’s Creed Timeline Condensed into a 24-Minute Recap

IGN has released a concise 24-minute recap of the sprawling Assassin's Creed timeline, perfectly summarizing the major plot twists from over a decade of games. Despite the series boasting more than a dozen mainline titles, the chronology is surprisingly straightforward. This brevity is likely due to the focus on open-world exploration within the gameplay, rather than extensive cinematic sequences.

The timeline begins with explorations of ancient Greece, Egypt, and Britain, eventually reaching the Holy Land. However, the series increasingly shifts towards modern-day events, adding layers of complexity to the storyline. Assassin's Creed Shadows, launching March 20, 2025, aims to rebalance this, shifting focus back towards a blend of historical and modern gameplay. Future installments are expected to further emphasize contemporary storylines, though details remain undisclosed.

Assassin's Creed Shadows marks the series' first venture into Japan, promising a fresh setting and new gameplay mechanics. This new entry is poised to significantly impact the overarching narrative of the Assassin-Templar conflict.