Assassin’s Creed: Revelations” is an action-adventure game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and released in 2011. It is the fourth major installment in the Assassin’s Creed series and serves as a direct sequel to “Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood.” The game concludes the story arc of Ezio Auditore da Firenze, the main protagonist of “Assassin’s Creed II,” “Brotherhood,” and “Revelations,” and ties up the story of Altair, the protagonist of the original “Assassin’s Creed.

Key Features:

• Setting: The game is set primarily in Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) during the Ottoman Empire’s rule in the early 16th century. Players also explore Masyaf, the ancient Assassin stronghold.

• Story: Ezio embarks on a journey to uncover the secrets of the legendary Assassin Mentor, Altair, and to find keys to the ancient Assassin library hidden in Masyaf. The game also continues the modern-day story of Desmond Miles, who is trapped in the Animus and trying to piece together his own fragmented mind.

• Gameplay: The game retains the series’ signature parkour, stealth, and combat mechanics, with additions such as the Hookblade, which allows for faster movement and more dynamic combat. The game also introduces the “Den Defense” minigame, where players defend Assassin Dens from Templar attacks.

• Multiplayer: “Revelations” expands on the multiplayer mode introduced in “Brotherhood,” with new modes, maps, and characters.

• Legacy: “Assassin’s Creed: Revelations” is well-regarded for its conclusion of Ezio’s and Altair’s stories, its rich historical setting, and the refined gameplay mechanics that blend exploration, combat, and stealth.