During last night’s Ubisoft Forward 2020, Ubisoft has officially revealed the release date along with a healthy chunk of gameplay of the upcoming Assassin’s Creed Valhalla. Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is slated for release on November 10, 2020, on Xbox One, PS4, and PC via Epic Games Store and Ubisoft Store. The game will also be a part of UPLAY+ premium subscription service right at launch. A Google Stadia release is also scheduled for the same date.
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is also slated for a release on the next-gen consoles Xbox Series X and PS5 upon their release and all players who purchase the Xbox One and PS4 version of the game, they will be able to upgrade for Xbox Series X and PS5 versions for free. During last night’s livestream, Ubisoft shared brand new gameplay illustrating new features that players will be able to enjoy when the game comes out.
These new features include dual-wielding, raiding, assaults, and different open-world activities. Raids will be action-packed and brutal activities that the franchise has never seen before. Players will take advantage of the brand new visceral combat system that allows players to bash, dismember and decapitate foes. Eivor can dual-wield a variety of weapons in the game including axes, swords, and even shields against a diverse number of enemy types. Assassin’s Creed Valhalla features the highest number of enemies in the franchise as well.
In addition, the Hidden Blade is also making a comeback on the game which will allow you to take down your enemies with its notorious deadly precision. The game puts your choices and exploration at the center of the experience. You will encounter tons of gameplay challenges, unique and surprising characters with unforgettable stories, and a variety of breathtaking landscapes to explore. You will be able to customize the look of your character as well with different options for hair, tattoos, war paint, weapons, and gear.
You will also have the ability to switch between the male and female versions of Eivor at any time that you want. The world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla will be full of political alliances, combat decisions, and dialogue choices where your actions will influence the world. This makes decision making a vital part of the game and the player’s clan’s home and future. Ubisoft has also announced that the official Assassin’s Creed Valhalla soundtrack and books are now available for pre-order including a novel, comic, and art book.
- On July 17, a seven-song EP taken from the official soundtrack featuring original compositions from Jesper Kyd and Sarah Schachner as well as an original song by Einar Selvik, will be available to listen to on Spotify and purchase on iTunes. Spotify pre-save and iTunes pre-order is now available and the full soundtrack will be released at a later date.
- The Assassin’s Creed Valhalla – Geirmund’s Saga novel, written by Matthew J. Kirby, will tell an original story set in the world of the game. Players will discover the epic tale of Geirmund Hellskin, a man determined to prove his worth as a Viking and a warrior who joins the ranks of King Guthrum’s army to participate in the invasion of England. The book cover will be revealed on renowned Korean artist Jung Gi Kim’s Instagram page in late July.
- Dark Horse Comics will release ‘Assassin’s Creed Valhalla – Song of Glory’, a comic series written by Cavan Scott, illustrated by Martin Tunica, and colored by Michael Atiyeh. In this prequel to the game, fearless Vikings Eivor and Sigurd embark on separate adventures to show their mettle and seek glory. Assassin’s Creed Valhalla – Song of Glory #1 (of three) will be in comic shops on October 21, 2020.
- Finally, the Art of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and the Art of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla Deluxe Edition will invite readers on a visual journey through the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla—A world defined by the harsh beauty of Viking life, rich with fascinating characters and breath-taking landscapes. This book offers an enticing collection of art and commentary that is sure to attract returning fans and newcomers alike.
The official press release describes Assassin’s Creed Valhalla as:
With development led by Ubisoft Montreal, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla follows the epic saga of Eivor, a fierce Viking raider raised on tales of battle and glory. Offering a captivating Viking experience, the game brings players to a beautiful and mysterious open world set against the brutal backdrop of England’s Dark Ages. Players can take advantage of new features including raids, growing their settlements, and building their power in a quest to earn a place among the gods in Valhalla.
Fans of the game would be glad to know that pre-orders of all editions of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla including the standard edition, Gold, Ultimate, and Collector’s Editions are now live. This also includes the Ubicollectibles products of the game. All pre-orders of the game will also get access to The Way of the Berserker bonus DLC mission which will allow players to join a legendary Norse Berserker on his quest for revenge.
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