Step Into the Shadows with Assassin's Creed II: Bonfire of the Vanities

Expand your journey through Renaissance Italy with Assassin's Creed II: Bonfire of the Vanities. As a standalone expansion to the award-winning Assassin's Creed 2, this title brings players back into the boots of the legendary Ezio Auditore. Set during a period of intense religious and political upheaval, this action-driven experience tasks players with navigating the treacherous streets of Florence to combat a rising tide of tyranny.

In this chapter of the saga, the city of Florence is under the suffocating grip of the mad monk, Savonarola. To restore order and protect the Creed, players must collaborate with the cunning Machiavelli. The mission is clear: dismantle Savonarola's influence by identifying and targeting the influential citizens who remain under the monk's control. It is a delicate balance of stealth, precision, and calculated strikes within a world on the brink of chaos.

Gameplay Mechanics and New Features

Bonfire of the Vanities delivers a refined gameplay loop that builds upon the foundation of the original masterpiece. Players must master a variety of disciplines to succeed in their mission:

  • Combat and Stealth: Engage in visceral battles against Savonarola's followers or utilize classic Assassin techniques to slip through the shadows undetected.
  • Parkour and Freerunning: Navigate the verticality of the Italian cityscape using advanced movement mechanics.
  • The Sprint Jump: Master Ezio’s brand-new movement ability, the sprint jump, to traverse difficult terrain and reach new heights during high-stakes pursuits.
  • New Memories: Progress through twelve challenging new memories that deepen the narrative and provide fresh tactical obstacles.

A New Perspective on Renaissance Florence

The expansion offers more than just new missions; it provides a deeper exploration of the setting. Players will discover an entirely new district within Florence, allowing for fresh exploration and new opportunities to utilize parkour skills. This expanded map ensures that even veteran players find new corners of the city to investigate as they hunt down the targets tied to Savonarola's regime.

Assassin's Creed II: Bonfire of the Vanities is an ideal choice for fans of historical action-adventure games who crave more of the intricate political intrigue and fluid movement found in the base game. Whether you are a newcomer looking to explore the lore of the Assassin Brotherhood or a long-time fan seeking more challenges in the streets of Florence, this expansion offers a concentrated dose of high-stakes urban espionage.

Technical Specifications

  • Genre: Action
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
  • Release Date: February 18, 2010