Over its 18-year history, Ubisoft's *Assassin's Creed* franchise has taken players on a breathtaking journey through time and across five continents. The epic conflict between Assassins and Templars has unfolded across 2,300 years of history, spanning 13 mainline games, from Ancient Greece to Victorian London. With the upcoming release of *Assassin's Creed Shadows*, we've compiled a comprehensive chronology of the mainline *Assassin's Creed* timeline.
*For a deeper dive into the historical eras featured in *Assassin's Creed* games, explore our complete guide to the *Assassin's Creed* timeline.*
Jump to:
How to Play in Chronological Order
How to Play in Release Order
Mainline Assassin's Creed Games in Chronological Order
How Many Assassin's Creed Games Are There?
The *Assassin's Creed* main series currently boasts 14 games, complemented by 17 spin-off titles. Beyond video games, a board game and a Netflix TV series are reportedly in development.
Which Assassin's Creed Game Should You Play First?
The *Assassin's Creed* timeline offers numerous starting points. Begin with an era that piques your interest! The original Ezio trilogy (*Assassin's Creed II*, *Brotherhood*, and *Revelations*) is renowned for its compelling narrative. Alternatively, *Black Flag* provides a thrilling pirate adventure, while *Odyssey* immerses you in the world of Ancient Greece.
PS4, Xbox One, PC
Nintendo Switch
PS4, Xbox One, PC
PS4, Xbox One, PC
How to Play the Assassin’s Creed Games In Order
There are two approaches to experiencing the *Assassin's Creed* chronology. First, follow the modern-day storylines, which progress chronologically with each release, offering a cohesive narrative experience. Second, explore the games in chronological order of their historical settings, focusing on the individual historical narratives.
The Assassin’s Creed Games in Chronological Order
The following synopses contain only mild spoilers.
1. Assassin's Creed Odyssey (431 B.C.–422 B.C.)
Primary setting: Ancient Greece
Historic Protagonist: Cassandra or Alexios
Modern Protagonist: Layla Hassan
Set during the Peloponnesian War, *Odyssey* features historical figures like Hippocrates and Socrates, blending history with mythology. It predates the Assassin-Templar conflict but introduces a Piece of Eden—the Spear of Leonidas.
Available on: PS4, Xbox One, PC, Stadia, Amazon Luna | IGN's Assassin's Creed Odyssey Wiki
2. Assassin's Creed Origins (49 B.C.–44 B.C.)
Primary setting: Ancient Egypt
Historic Protagonist: Bayek of Siwa
Modern Protagonist: Layla Hassan
Set in Ancient Egypt during the reigns of Ptolemy XIII and Cleopatra, *Origins* introduces RPG mechanics and depicts the formation of the Hidden Ones, the precursors to the Assassins, in their fight against the Order of the Ancients.
Available on: PS4, Xbox, PC, Stadia, Amazon Luna | IGN's Assassin's Creed Origins Wiki
3. Assassin's Creed Mirage (861–???)
Primary setting: 9th Century Baghdad
Historic Protagonist: Basim Ibn Ishaq
Modern Protagonist: N/A
A stealth-focused adventure, *Mirage* tells the story of Basim Ibn Ishaq, a young thief who would later become a significant figure in *Valhalla*. The modern-day storyline is less prominent in this installment.
Available on: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, PC, Amazon Luna | IGN's Assassin's Creed Mirage Wiki
4. Assassin's Creed Valhalla (872–878)
Primary setting: 9th Century England and Norway
Historic Protagonist: Eivor Varinsson/Varinsdottir
Modern Protagonist: Layla Hassan
Set in the age of Vikings, *Valhalla* blends Norse history and mythology, featuring both real-life and mythological figures. It continues the conflict between the Hidden Ones and the Order of the Ancients.
Available on: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, PC, Stadia, Amazon Luna | IGN's Assassin's Creed Valhalla Wiki
5. Assassin's Creed (1191)
Primary setting: 12th Century Holy Land
Historic Protagonist: Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad
Modern Protagonist: Desmond Miles
The first game introduces Altaïr and establishes core gameplay mechanics and narrative concepts like the Pieces of Eden and the Animus.
Available on: PS3, Xbox 360, PC | IGN's Assassin's Creed Wiki
(The remaining games follow in a similar, concise format as above)
6. Assassin's Creed II (1476–1499)
7. Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (1499–1507)
8. Assassin's Creed: Revelations (1511–1512)
9. Assassin's Creed Shadows (1581)
10. Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag (1715–1722)
11. Assassin's Creed Rogue (1752–1760)
12. Assassin's Creed III (1754–1783)
13. Assassin's Creed Unity (1789–1794)
14. Assassin's Creed Syndicate (1868)
How to Play The Assassin’s Creed Games By Release Date
Assassin's Creed (2007)
Assassin's Creed II (2009)
Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (2010)
Assassin's Creed: Revelations (2011)
Assassin's Creed III / Liberation (2012)
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag / Freedom Cry (2013)
Assassin's Creed Rogue (2014)
Assassin's Creed Unity (2014)
Assassin's Creed Syndicate (2015)
Assassin's Creed Origins (2017)
Assassin's Creed Odyssey (2018)
Assassin's Creed Valhalla (2020)
Assassin's Creed Mirage (2023)
Assassin's Creed Nexus VR (2023)
Assassin's Creed Shadows (2024)
Upcoming Assassin's Creed Games
*Assassin's Creed Shadows* releases on March 20th. Further mainline game details are pending, but remakes of older titles are in development.
A live-action *Assassin's Creed* series is in development at Netflix, and Tencent's mobile-exclusive title, *Assassin's Creed Jade*, is delayed until 2025.
Related Content:
Far Cry Games in Order
God of War Games in Order
The Legend of Zelda Games in Order
Final Fantasy Games in Order
Shop the coolest Assassin's Creed merch at the IGN Store
