PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The year is 1715. Pirates rule the Caribbean & have established their own lawless Republic where corruption, greediness & cruelty are commonplace. Among these outlaws is a brash young captain named Edward Kenway. His fight for glory has earned him the respect of legends like Blackbeard, but also drawn him into the ancient war between Assassins & Templars, a war that may destroy everything the pirates have built. Welcome to the Golden Age of Piracy. KEY FEATURES A BRASH REBEL ASSASSIN Become Edward Kenway, a charismatic yet brutal pirate captain, trained by Assassins. Edward can effortlessly switch between the Hidden Blade of the Assassin’s Order & all new weaponry including four flintlock pistols & dual cutlass swords. EXPLORE AN OPEN WORLD FILLED WITH OPPORTUNITIES Discover the largest & most diverse Assassin’s Creed world ever created. From Kingston to Nassau, explore 50 unique locations where you can live the life of a pirate including: Loot underwater shipwrecks Assassinate Templars in blossoming cities Hunt for rare animals in untamed jungles Search for treasure in lost ruins Escape to hidden coves BECOME THE MOST FEARED PIRATE IN THE CARIBBEAN Command your ship, the Jackdaw, & strike fear in all who see her. Plunder & pillage to upgrade the Jackdaw with ammunition & equipment needed to fight off enemy ships. The ship`s improvements are critical to Edward` s progression through the game. Attack & seamlessly board massive galleons, recruit sailors to join your crew & embark on an epic & infamous adventure. EXPERIENCE THE GRITTY REALITY BEHIND THE PIRATE FANTASY Stand amongst legendary names such as Blackbeard, Calico Jack & Benjamin Hornigold, as you establish a lawless Republic in the Bahamas & relive the truly explosive events that defined the Golden Age of Piracy. MULTIPLAYER EXPERIENCE Fight against or cooperate with your friends in the ruthless & acclaimed multiplayer experience. Choose from an eclectic cast of characters & fight to the death in exotic themed maps.