I do agree on the missing identity of Assassin's Creed Franchise nowadays. But "Getting back to the roots" isn't one. Most of the old elements are mixed into the game and it's playing out very well. Since it's an expansion for the next saga. I'm gonna let it in a mixed-opinion zone.

Have some mixed feelings about how the AC Franchise moving forward. Despite that, I enjoyed the game as it's part of Kenway Saga (Something makes sense to stick with rather than "Helix Player").

Most of them seem to hate this game and praise Black Flag for its pirate stuff. But in my opinion, this game is something entirely different. Everything just fits right in and the narrative, storytelling, and even the world-building are very mature. A perfect start for the Kenway Saga.