Assassin's Creed Origins

Assassin's Creed Origins redefined the series in 2017, becoming the fastest-selling entry in franchise history with over 10 million units moved within its first year. Its ancient Egypt setting is 40% larger than the world of #9 Horizon Zero Dawn, offering a seamless desert-to-Nile experience that emphasizes RPG progression over scripted setpieces. The game's Metacritic score of 82 reflects a 7-point improvement over the previous series average, thanks to a revamped combat system and deeper loot mechanics. Players spend an average of 60 hours clearing all regions, a duration 20% longer than the typical open-world RPG.