Ubisoft have been given criticism for relying on franchise games starting from the seventh generation of consoles, rather than creating new IPs for them to have a wider variety of series to offer. With this in mind, we’ve compiled a list of the best games from the developer to illustrate their talent for giving us great playing experiences.
Due to this, repeat games of the same series haven’t been included, and only the top-ranked entry in a franchise has been considered in order to show the number of titles Ubisoft have published. As Metacritic is considered the most appropriate review-based website, we’ve used their ranking scores.
Updated December 26th, 2020 by Thomas Bowen: Throughout its many years in the video game industry, Ubisoft has played a part in the release of some truly fantastic games. From Assassin’s Creed to Rayman, the company has touched on a wide variety of genres and provided countless opportunities to a host of incredibly talented developers. There’s certainly an argument to be made that some of their larger franchises receive more time and attention than others, but that’s not to say that Ubisoft is a one trick pony. Far from it, in fact. The company boasts one of the largest and most diverse back catalogs in gaming and the overall standard is pretty high to boot.
15 Beyond Good & Evil (87)
There are plenty of video games that allow players to step into the shoes of an investigative reporter, but few journalists have the martial arts skills possessed by Jade. She’s the main protagonist of Ubisoft’s 2002 title Beyond Good & Evil in which she works together with her contacts to uncover a worldwide alien conspiracy.
Despite poor sales, the game garnered critical acclaim, won several awards, and was even nominated for a game of the year award. It’s perhaps as a result of these plaudits that Ubisoft announced a prequel to the game in 2017, although there’s still no word yet on when it will actually see the light of day. There’s also a Netflix adaptation in the works, but again, it’s still unclear exactly when this is likely to arrive.
14 Brothers in Arms: Road to Hill 30 (88)
Brothers in Arms: Road to Hill 30 is based on the exploits of a real-life Parachute Infantry Regiment whose actions and bravery played a huge part in the allied war effort during WW2. It was hailed by many as being one of the best and most realistic World War 2 games of its era and was even used by the History Channel to recreate scenarios back in 2005.
The game’s success led to ten sequels over the following decade, although none of them were able to live up to the original game in terms of its critical success. The series has been dormant for more than six years now following the cancellation of its twelfth installment although a television show based on the series is currently in development.
13 Lumines (89)
Puzzle games may not be the most popular genre in gaming, but that’s not to say there aren’t plenty of great examples out there. For those who are looking for something a bit more mentally stimulating than a generic FPS or a mindless hack and slash title, 2004’s Lumines is up there with the very best.
Although at first glance the game may seem a little generic, there’s a surprising amount of depth buried within the game’s many modes. Since the first game’s release, the series has gone from strength to strength with eight further titles and more than two and a half million sales. That might not seem like much, but, for a puzzle series, it’s quite a remarkable feat.
12 Child Of Light (89)
With its mesmerizing art-style and intuitive gameplay mechanics, it’s easy to see why critics were so enamored with Child of Light. Everything about the game is lovingly crafted, from its beautiful world to its hybrid combat system and these things combine perfectly to provide one heck of an experience.
Although a prequel to the game was teased over the course of many years, it’s now looking unlikely due to a recent shift in Ubisoft’s focus. Thankfully though, the original game has been ported to modern consoles meaning that curious gamers can at the very least enjoy it without having to track down old hardware or resort to emulation.
11 Rocksmith 2014 Edition (89)
Rocksmith was a lot more technical than other rhythm-based series like Rock Band and Guitar Hero. While this undoubtedly led to a more realistic experience, it perhaps explains why the series struggled to gain as much traction as its competition. Of course, it also didn’t help that Rocksmith was so late to the party either.
For those looking for a realistic rhythm game, there’s perhaps none fine than Rocksmith 2014 Edition. Being able to plug in a real guitar or bass provides players with a fun and effective tool for improving their abilities while the game’s great soundtrack (providing, of course, that the player likes rock music) provides plenty of variety. It really is a great game, but had it arrived five years earlier, it would have been revolutionary.
10 Grandia II (90)
The Grandia series is a forgotten one, and has been this way for about a decade now. This is why it’s not common knowledge that Ubisoft once owned this IP. The publisher isn’t famed for its role-playing offerings, making Grandia II a pleasant surprise. More recently, it was released on the PlayStation Network and on the Nintendo switch.
The game takes place in a fantasy world, where a journey taken by a young mercenary unfolds a larger history previously unknown to the citizens of this universe, who inhabit a land thousands of years following a legendary battle between gods.
9 Silent Hunter III (90)
Nowadays, you really won’t be finding many simulator games, since the current gamer tends to favor open-world offerings. Still, Silent Hunter III manages to be among the best Ubisoft offerings due to it pulling off making submarine simulation a fun ride.
Dropping you off in World War II, the campaign sees the player in charge of a variety of battleships seen during this time in history, featuring the likes of convoys and destroyer submarines. There’s also an option for the player to be dropped in specific World War II moments, making it something of a period piece.
8 Trials Evolution (90)
This game isn’t well-known either, but its quality is such that it appears on the list of the best Xbox games of all time, making it a gem in Ubisoft’s history of releases. What Motorstorm couldn’t do for the PlayStation, Trials Evolution achieved on the Xbox.
The player has a variety of motorbikes to choose from to traverse the obstacle courses before them. Featuring a unique take on this genre, where the game plays out 2D while retaining the 3D outlook, Trials Evolution stands out as something worthy of checking out in today’s landscape.
7 Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter (90)
There was a time when tactical shooters were all the rage and it was for good reason too, as the gaming landscape was flooded by quality offerings. Chief among them were the Tom Clancy games, where the best-reviewed one turned out to be Warfighter.
The beauty of this game is the fact that the weapons are based on real guns, which makes it an authentic serving in a dish of tactical shooters. There’s also the presence of armored vehicles, various obstacles and added features in separate platforms that make this a game rich with features.
6 Far Cry 3 (90)
While the Far Cry series had been active for several years, it was Far Cry 3 that exploded the franchise into relevance. The reason for its rejuvenated success was because the game handed out a third-person shooter style experience in the form of a first-person offering.
There wasn’t the baggage that comes with usual first-person games, and Far Cry 3 cut straight to the chase in its campaign mode, where the twist in the story was such that first-person shooter gamers actually cared about the story mode for a change.
5 Assassin’s Creed II (91)
It seems the Assassin’s Creed series peaked in its second installment, as this remains the best-reviewed entry in the franchise even ten years after its release. And why wouldn’t it be? It still holds up due to the complete package of an experience, where you grow from an adolescent into a master assassin.
The story remains the most quality one in the series, and Ezio is always a treat to play as. With a host of gameplay features like platforming, combat, and stealth, Assassin’s Creed II is a long journey we enjoyed every step of the way.
4 IL-2 Sturmovik (91)
Who would’ve thought decades ago that one day there would be games about the harrowing events of World War II? As it happened, one of Ubisoft’s best games ever turned out to be IL-2 Sturmovik, a simulator detailing the battles of World War II.
The main portion of the game has to do with navigating over 30 planes in the heat of war, with over 70 planes featured overall, as the player has to shoot down their opponents. The player has the option of choosing whatever side they want, be it the Americans, the Germans, or even the Japanese.
3 Rayman Origins (92)
Now let’s divert your mind over to something completely far away from battle situations over to Rayman Origins, which was made specifically with kids in mind as its main target base. Although the game turned out to be child-friendly to the point that it wasn’t commercially successful, nobody can argue over its quality.
It takes you back to the good old days of side-scrolling gameplay, where the rules are simple and the enemies are easy to beat. The variety is presented through upgrading the character and unlocking a host of new abilities as you progress further.
2 Prince Of Persia: The Sands Of Time (92)
It’s a shame the Prince of Persia series fizzled out by last generation, as there was more in terms of quality here than Ubisoft’s preferred choice in Assassin’s Creed. The Sands of Time trilogy is the best work Ubisoft has put out there, with the first game ranking among the all-time best.
The creativity of the level design, the distinct combat system, and the time travel aspect above all else made The Sands of Time an instant classic. It’s still better than most games, and you’d be doing yourself a favor by going back and replaying this timeless tale.
1 Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Chaos Theory (94)
The torch for stealth games is now mainly carried by the Hitman series, but Splinter Cell did champion the genre’s efforts for quite a while. Among Ubisoft’s highest-ranked games ever, this series comprises of the top-3, with Chaos Theory being at the very top.
Taking a chance with making the series grittier, this game elevated the previous installments’ efforts by giving the chance to go in for the kill with the gameplay. This brought in a world of realism and authenticity to the game, and the multiplayer modes’ depth ensured all users of the game got a piece of the action to remember.
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