Assassin's Creed: Nothing is True; Everything is Permitted
Assassin's Creed: Nothing is True; Everything is Permitted

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Assassin's Creed: Nothing is True; Everything is Permitted

2014
Movie
9 min
English

Frederick and Lucienda's lives were a tranquil and happy one until the fateful day when she and their home are targeted by an organization calling itself the "Templar Order". Go back in time and witness the beginning lessons and most telling memories of Frederick Julian as he embarks on a journey to reunite with an old friend and devote his allegiance to the guided philosophy "Nothing is True. Everything is Permitted".

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Metacritic63/100
Google Users6.8/10
Director: N/A (Video Game Tie-in)Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

This is not a movie or TV show, but rather the subtitle of the 2014 video game 'Assassin's Creed Unity'. The game follows Arno Dorian, an Assassin in 18th-century Paris, during the French Revolution. Players navigate a world filled with political intrigue, social unrest, and the age-old conflict between the Assassins and the Templars. The narrative explores themes of justice, vengeance, and the pursuit of truth amidst chaos.

Critical Reception

Assassin's Creed Unity received mixed reviews upon its release. While praised for its ambitious attempt to recreate revolutionary Paris and its updated parkour mechanics, the game was heavily criticized for numerous technical issues, particularly on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, including bugs, glitches, and significant performance problems. The story and character development also received varied opinions.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its detailed recreation of 18th-century Paris and refined parkour system.

  • Heavily criticized for widespread technical issues, bugs, and performance problems at launch.

  • The story and character development were considered inconsistent by many reviewers.

Google audience: Players generally appreciated the historical setting and the improved movement mechanics, but many expressed significant frustration with the game's numerous bugs and stability issues, which detracted from the overall experience.

Awards & Accolades

None notable, primarily due to its problematic launch.

Fun Fact

The subtitle 'Nothing is True; Everything is Permitted' is the creed of the Assassins, a philosophical statement that underpins their worldview and actions throughout the series, implying that in a world without objective truth, individuals are free to act according to their own will.

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