The first Assassin's Creed should be regarded as a prototype. It introduced all the series' basic ideas before they reached the polish and near-flawless execution of the later games. Being a completely unique game, Assassin's Creed had little to draw from, and can't be blamed for its repetitive nature. But despite its various flaws, Assassin's Creed remains a classic for the sole reason of being a gateway to something greater. If your machine can handle it, skip this one and go straight to Assassin's Creed 2, where everything this game introduced is refined to a razor-blade edge.
