The Assassin’s Creed Universe

The Assassin’s Creed series has long gone beyond the scope of a typical video game franchise, evolving into a true interactive encyclopedia of history. For nearly two decades, players have been leaping from the rooftops of cathedrals, exploring ancient pyramids, and sailing stormy seas. In this review, we’ll look back at how Ubisoft’s legendary franchise has evolved, while atmospheric photos and images will help you immerse yourself once again in the aesthetics of different eras.

The Birth of a Legend and the Renaissance
(Assassin’s Creed I & the Ezio Trilogy)

It all began in 2007 with Altair and the Holy Land during the Third Crusade. However, the series truly won the hearts of millions with the release of Ezio Auditore da Firenze’s story. Florence, Venice, Rome, and Constantinople during the Renaissance captivated players with their architecture and attention to detail.

For the first time, players experienced the complete freedom of parkour across the rooftops of the Duomo and along the canals. In the high-quality graphics of that time, Italy’s architecture looked magnificent, and Ezio himself became the face of the entire franchise.

The Open Seas and the American Revolution
(Assassin’s Creed III & IV: Black Flag)

A bold step toward the New World took players to the snow-covered forests of America and the wild beaches of the Caribbean. Black Flag gave us the ultimate pirate life simulator: naval battles, boarding raids set to the rhythm of shanties, and treasure hunts on tropical islands.

The seascapes and storms in the photos from Black Flag still look incredibly picturesque, making you want to immediately set these images as vibrant screensavers.

A Graphical Breakthrough and the Parisian Revolution
(Assassin’s Creed Unity)

Unity marked the technical peak of the classic formula. Paris during the French Revolution was breathtaking in its scale: thousands of NPCs on the streets, building interiors without seamless loading screens, and the smoothest, most realistic parkour in the series’ history. Despite a rocky start due to bugs, Unity is now recognized as one of the most beautiful entries in the series.

The colorful images of a snow-covered and rebellious Paris, featuring a highly detailed Notre Dame Cathedral, are perfect as striking desktop wallpapers for your PC.

Mythological Trilogy: The Transition to the RPG Format
(Origins, Odyssey, Valhalla)

With the release of Origins, the series underwent a major reboot, transforming into a full-fledged action-RPG with vast open worlds:

1. Origins: Ancient Egypt with its endless sands, great pyramids, and the atmosphere of the twilight of the Pharaonic era.
2. Odyssey: Sun-drenched Ancient Greece, where you can chat with Socrates and battle mythical monsters.
3. Valhalla: The harsh, rugged lands of England and Norway, Viking raids, and Byzantine castles.

These worlds are striking in their scale and riot of colors. Epic screenshots and panoramas of these locations are hugely popular among fans looking for vibrant desktop wallpapers or phone lock screens.

Victorian London and the Industrial Revolution
(Assassin’s Creed Syndicate)

Syndicate transported players to the smoky, industrial London of 1868. The game introduced two charismatic protagonists—the twins Jacob and Evie Frye—as well as a completely new gameplay pace thanks to the grappling hook and high-speed carriage chases.

The atmosphere of the Victorian era, streets lined with gas lamps, the majestic Big Ben, and panoramic views of the Thames in screenshots from the game look incredibly stylish. These detailed images and photos are an excellent choice for anyone looking for atmospheric desktop wallpapers or phone lock screens in the spirit of the dark British aesthetic.

The Assassin’s Creed Chronicles Trilogy

The Chronicles trilogy holds a special place in the franchise, offering a 2.5D platformer take on the conflict between the Assassins and the Templars. Each of the three installments—China, India, and Russia—features its own refined visual style, drawing inspiration from the national painting and poster art of the era.

The picturesque watercolor landscapes of China, the vibrant ornaments of India, and the austere constructivist design of Russia in the screenshots from the game look like paintings brought to life. The unique images and photos from this trilogy will be an original choice for those looking for unusual art wallpapers for their PC desktop or a stylish screensaver for their phone.

Back to the Roots
(Assassin’s Creed Mirage)

The recently released Mirage is a love letter to the very first games in the series. Set in the intimate 9th-century Baghdad, it once again emphasizes stealth, assassination planning, and dense urban environments—perfect for classic parkour.

Each era in Assassin’s Creed features a unique visual style and its own distinct atmosphere. Download your favorite images and photos to decorate your device’s screen with the aesthetic of your favorite historical era!