ive never played the ezio trilogy growing up so ive absolutely no nostalgia for these games, but let me tell you this game is so good even for a 2009 game although ive played the remaster. the cities felt a bit repetitive near the end but are filled with so much character and charm i really feel like i could go to Venice or Florence and know where i am. Ezio has so much personality, all the characters are good for that matter. even the modern day story is interesting. the combat system is also enjoyable, being able do disarm opponents should be a must have in every AC games, i dont care if it makes the combat easy, also the old system where enemies wait patiently so they can attack one by one is the best i dont care what anyone says.