Ancient Egypt, perhaps the most mysterious place in history, is an era that would change the face of the world. The player uncovers the secrets behind the pyramids, forgotten myths, and the last pharaohs. They learn the origin story of the Assassin Brotherhood, written in long-lost hieroglyphs. Over the past four years, the team responsible for the critically acclaimed Assassin's Creed 4 Black Flag has been working on a reboot of the series. The player now fights in a completely new way, seamlessly switching between ranged and melee weapons to take on multiple enemies at once. The player chooses their Assassin skills while exploring ancient Egypt and embarking on various missions. They experience gripping stories on a journey that will change civilization.