We officially have new gameplay for Assassin’s Creed Valhalla to show off all of the classic Assassin’s Creed mechanics and new that are coming
After all of those leaks and slips out there before now, we finally have the official gameplay for Assassin’s Creed Valhalla that Ubisoft has been building toward. It makes total sense as to why they were trying to build up to this and keep it under wraps until their Forward event, as it is just as epic as you could imagine. I mean, getting to play as a Viking that also has all of the skills of the assassin in the past Assassin’s Creed titles should be able to hype us all up for it. Even if there is a bit more time before the game hits the PS4, Xbox One, and PC on November 17th here. Also, on the PS5 and Xbox Series X as a free update if you cannot wait to play the game until the consoles launch.
The first bit we have here for Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is the breakdown of just the way the gameplay mechanics will flow in the game. As was assumed, we are getting the settlement mechanics back in here along with the ship combat. It would have been weird if the ship stuff did not flow back in here, but it has been a good amount of time since we saw the settlements. If that is not what you are looking for, we will have more of the combat we have known in the Assassin’s Creed franchise for a while. Including the ability to dual-wield any kind of weapons and shield. Yes, we can go all Captain America from Infinity War if we so choose while using the hidden blade in all of these combat scenes.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla — Gameplay Overview
During the Ubisoft Forward digital conference, Ubisoft announced that the next installment in the Assassin’s Creed franchise, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, will release worldwide on November 17, 2020 on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, the Epic Games Store and Ubisoft Store on Windows PC, as well as on Uplay, Ubisoft’s subscription service, and Stadia.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla will release on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 upon the launch of the consoles. Players who purchase Assassin’s Creed Valhalla on Xbox One or PlayStation 4 will be able to upgrade their game to the next-gen version at no additional cost.
Brand new gameplay shown at the digital conference illustrates new features that players can enjoy, including dual-wielding, raiding, assaults, and open-world activities. Raids will be more action-packed and brutal than anything Assassin’s Creed has seen before, with players able to take advantage of a new visceral combat system that lets players bash, dismember, and decapitate foes. Eivor will be able to dual-wield axes, swords, and even shields against the greatest variety of enemy types ever seen in Assassin’s Creed. Additionally, the return of the Hidden Blade allows Eivor to assassinate targets with deadly precision.
Now that you have seen the basics, let us all dig into the longer version of the gameplay that was finding its way out there for Assassin’s Creed Valhalla. Here we have another thirty-minutes of gameplay to see that covers what we mentioned above and some of the choices we will have to make in the game. There also looks to be more in the way of the huge battles where we can head out as either the male or female version of Eivor. Also, it looks like we will have more boss fights in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla where we will need to take on some with companions. Something that will change up the AI tactics if the animals are still around or taken out early on. It is interesting to take in, so buckle up and take that deeper dive here.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla — 30 Minute Gameplay Walkthrough
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is an ambitious action role-playing game that places player choice and exploration at the center of the experience. Throughout the world, players will encounter gameplay challenges, unique and surprising characters with unforgettable stories, and a variety of breathtaking landscapes to set foot on. Players will have the ability to customize their character’s hair, tattoos, war paint, weapons, and gear, in addition to the option of switching between male or female Eivor at any time. Political alliances, combat decisions, and dialogue choices can influence the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, so players must choose wisely to protect their clan’s home and future.
The official Assassin’s Creed Valhalla soundtrack and books are also now available for preorder, including a novel, comic, and art book:
- On July 17, a seven-song EP taken from the official soundtrack featuring original compositions from Jesper Kyd and Sarah Schachner as well as an original song by Einar Selvik, will be available to listen to on Spotify and purchase on iTunes. Spotify pre-save and iTunes pre-order is now available and the full soundtrack will be released at a later date.
- The Assassin’s Creed Valhalla – Geirmund’s Saga novel, written by Matthew J. Kirby, will tell an original story set in the world of the game. Players will discover the epic tale of Geirmund Hellskin, a man determined to prove his worth as a Viking and a warrior who joins the ranks of King Guthrum’s army to participate in the invasion of England. The book cover will be revealed on renowned Korean artist Jung Gi Kim’s Instagram page in late July.
- Dark Horse Comics will release ‘Assassin’s Creed Valhalla – Song of Glory’, a comic series written by Cavan Scott, illustrated by Martin Tunica, and colored by Michael Atiyeh. In this prequel to the game, fearless Vikings Eivor and Sigurd embark on separate adventures to show their mettle and seek glory. Assassin’s Creed Valhalla – Song of Glory #1 (of three) will be in comic shops on October 21, 2020.
- Finally, the Art of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and the Art of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla Deluxe Edition will invite readers on a visual journey through the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla — A world defined by the harsh beauty of Viking life, rich with fascinating characters and breath-taking landscapes. This book offers an enticing collection of art and commentary that is sure to attract returning fans and newcomers alike.
Was all of this what you expected for Assassin’s Creed Valhalla or did you expect there to be more in the way of new items? Do you see more of the influence from Origins and Odyssey here or could it be going back to the Black Flag era? Do you think the settlement system will be on par with what we had back in the Ezio days or fully something new? Let us all know down in the comments and then feel free to discuss it all. We will have more for Assassin’s Creed Valhalla for sure, and to be able to keep up on it all, be sure to check in here. We will keep it all coming to you as best we can.