re: Replaying Assassins Creed 3

The only real gripe I had with the game is the level gate. You're correct, we all love a big world but this was nuts and there was so much to do (still has nothing on Far Cry 4's map barf). But whatever, I dont have to do all of that side content.... until I get to a story mission and I'm woefully under leveled for it.

I will say that the combat in this game is the best in the series by a long shot. I unlocked quite a few actions that made it so engaging and fun. Managing the skill bar was engaging, and a lot of these encounters were downright difficult.