Assassin's Creed Slated for November Release

Gamespot reports that Ubisoft's action/stealth title Assassin's Creed now has a release window: November of this year. The game will be available on shelves for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, as well as the PC. "Set in 1191 AD at the height of the Third Crusade for the Holy Land, Assassin's Creed puts players in the silent shoes of Altair and gives them the opportunity "to shape events during this pivotal moment in history." Altair is tied to a group of ruthless assassins whose plan is to bring an end to the bitter struggle by striking out at both warring parties."

Re:Nothing could go wrong...

[SuiteSisterMary]

When we turn to 'unconventional warfare' in the face of enemy invasion, they are referred to as 'partisans,' 'patriots,' or possibly 'freedom fighters.'

When our friends turn to 'unconventional warfare' in the face of enemy invasion, they are referred to as 'guerillas,' or 'freedom fighters.'

When our enemies turn to 'unconventional warfare' in the face of enemy invasion, they are referred to as 'terrorists,' 'butchers,' or 'cowards.'

Re:Nothing could go wrong...

[Broken scope]

odd.. most intelligent people only call them those names when they make absolutely no effort to avoid friendly and civilian casualties, in fact we typically reserve coward and butcher for the ones who intentionally try to cause civilian casualties that.

Re:Nothing could go wrong...

[Cheapy]

What does that have to do with my post?

Educate Thyself

[aldheorte]

Christians were not the target of the actual group historically referenced, and the game materials talk of targeting both sides:
Hashshashin [wikipedia.org] Aside from that, this is one of the most bizarre commentaries I have ever seen. How does the logic even connect? Would you be comfortable if the game featured a Christian sect running around assassinating Muslims during the Crusades? How about if you could play both sides? Would you play it then?

Positive View of Islam?

[Zaphenath]

First off, I will say I am excited about this game, and have been since I first heard about it.

I am hoping that this game will help some Westerners have a more positive view of Islam. Now, it is it somewhat funny to be saying that, since the protagonist is not only Islamic, but also an assassin. Not something you want to associate with any major religion.

I just hope this game can, in some way, show people that all world religions are not as monolithic as they are often portrayed. Not every Muslim is a terrorist. Plain and simple. Just like not every Christian bombs abortion clinics. MOST Muslims are sane, rational people. Just like Christians, Hindus, Jews, and Buddhists. SOME are frickin' nuts. It just so happens that the "frickin' nuts" ones get more airtime. Maybe with this game people can start to sympathize with Muslims, and perhaps see both sides of the story.

It just makes me sad that so many people have this twisted view of Islam, since the only representatives of the religion on TV are eccentric or terrorists.

And before anyone starts quoting the Koran with crazy violent and questionable texts, just remember that ALL the religions are a little nuts, and that most major religious texts (including the Bible) has some pretty scary stuff in it. (Think Old Testament, cutting off of hands, stoning women, beating children, having bears eat some kids who were harassing you, etcetera.)

Oh, and I think everyone is very probably looking to deep into this game, and if anything it makes a great backdrop for a potentially amazing and fun game.