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Assassin's Creed III vs Assassin's Creed III: Liberation

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Assassin's Creed III
Assassin's Creed IIIExperience the American Revolution through the eyes of a legendary Assassin
Assassin's Creed III: Liberation
Assassin's Creed III: LiberationA mixed‑race Assassin fights for freedom in 1765 Louisiana
Overview
Description

Set in the turbulent era of the American Revolution, Assassin's Creed III follows Connor Kenway as he fights for freedom and uncovers a secret war between Assassins and Templars. The game blends historical events with a richly detailed open world, allowing players to explore colonial cities, frontier wilderness, and iconic battles. With a seamless mix of stealth, combat, and naval warfare, players can engage in land missions, sea battles, and multiplayer skirmishes, all while experiencing a deep narrative that intertwines personal drama with historic milestones.

Set in 1765 New Orleans, Assassin's Creed III: Liberation follows Aveline de Grandpré, a mixed‑race female Assassin navigating the turbulent social and political landscape of colonial Louisiana. Using three distinct personas—Assassin, Lady, and Slave—she uncovers conspiracies, battles Spanish forces, and influences the early stirrings of the American Revolution. The game blends stealth, hack‑and‑slash combat, and adventure as Aveline traverses bustling streets, voodoo‑haunted swamps, and ancient Mayan ruins, delivering a unique historical experience on the PlayStation Vita.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Third-Person Shooters
Hack & Slash
Best for
Historical action‑adventure fans
Fans of historical stealth action
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
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release date
2012-10-30
2012-10-30
Specifications
developer
Ubisoft Montreal
Ubisoft Milan, Ubisoft Sofia
publisher
Ubisoft Entertainment
Ubisoft Entertainment
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 18
PEGI 18, ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player
critic score
81/100+17%
69/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Stunning period‑accurate environments
  • Deep, story‑driven campaign
  • Innovative naval combat system
  • Robust multiplayer options
  • Unique triple‑persona system
  • Rich historical setting
  • Engaging stealth mechanics
  • Varied environments
Cons
  • Occasional frame‑rate drops on older hardware
  • Repetitive side‑mission design
  • Stealth mechanics can feel unforgiving
  • Limited platform availability
  • Repetitive mission structures at times
  • Occasional performance hiccups on Vita
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The Verdict

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Assassin's Creed III offers broader platform support, higher critic scores, and multiplayer, while Liberation provides a unique triple‑persona stealth experience but fewer platforms and lower reviews.

Key differences

  • •Platform availability: Liberation is limited (not specified), AC III runs on multiple platforms.
  • •Multiplayer: AC III includes both single‑player and multiplayer; Liberation is single‑player only.
  • •Critic score: AC III scores 81/100 versus Liberation's 69/100.
  • •Gameplay focus: Liberation features a triple‑persona system and voodoo abilities; AC III emphasizes naval combat and a larger open world.
  • •Price information: AC III lists a $59.99 MSRP; Liberation’s price is not specified.
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Gameplay & fun factor

AC III adds naval combat, larger open world, and skill‑tree progression, offering more varied gameplay.

Assassin's Creed III

Platform availability

AC III lists multiple platforms; Liberation is noted as limited with no specific platforms mentioned.

Assassin's Creed III

Price & value

Liberation’s price not specified; AC III costs $59.99, so direct value comparison isn’t possible.

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Multiplayer / co‑op

AC III includes both cooperative and competitive multiplayer; Liberation is single‑player only.

Assassin's Creed III

Content & replayability

Higher critic score (81 vs 69) and broader world suggest more content depth in AC III.

Assassin's Creed III

Difficulty & accessibility

Liberation’s triple‑persona system may offer varied difficulty approaches; AC III noted for unforgiving stealth.

Assassin's Creed III: Liberation

Graphics & performance

Liberation reports occasional performance hiccups on Vita; AC III only mentions frame‑rate drops on older hardware.

Assassin's Creed III: Liberation

Choose Assassin's Creed III if…

Players seeking a full‑featured open‑world adventure with multiplayer and higher critical acclaim.

Choose Assassin's Creed III: Liberation if…

Players who want a unique stealth experience with persona switching and historical Louisiana setting.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Liberation’s price is not specified; AC III retails for $59.99.

Do either of these support multiplayer?

Only AC III offers multiplayer modes; Liberation is single‑player only.

Which has better critical reception?

AC III received a critic score of 81/100, higher than Liberation's 69/100.