Assassin’s Creed: Origins review — side quests waylay a search for justice

Assassin’s Creed: Origins is a stunning tour of ancient Egypt. As Bayek of Siwa, a seeker of justice and protector of the people, you’ll scale pyramids, climb the Great Sphinx, and scour silent tombs full of lost treasure and winding passageways. It’s the latest installment in Ubisoft’s series that’s renown for its sweeping vistas and aerial sneak kills.

Origins is out now on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4, which I played it on. Bayek’s a compelling protagonist, with a convincing performance from British actor Abubakar Salim that brings by turns stoicism, warmth, nostalgia, and unrelenting righteous hatred. The writers weave Egyptian lore and culture into the narrative, and it’s heavy with symbolism.

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