Some of the technical issues of the game really cannot be ignored when reviewing this game.

Probably the reason why it's either merely a nominee or runner up for GOTY for many critics.

Let's not forget about Mercenaries 2.

Replay value for Assasins Creed is pretty subjective. While it's true, going through the story again would be quite the bore, trying to find all of the flags in the cities is QUITE the time consuming challenge.

Have you considered COD4, Bioshock, Halo 3, Mass Effect before any of the games you've mentioned? They get the nod over your ideas in terms of "good" games, IMO.

Now, I'm having a great time online with Gears but I get the feeling I could be having more fun with Vegas. Which game do you think is better with Multiplayer? and please explain.

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did you get a free month of gold xbox live? I don't know where mine is but it said on the bestbuy site it came with one month of xbox live!? Anyone know where I might find the code to access the one-month?

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Can't wait to open up that box! I'll be shareing my gamertag later.

Take care everyone, and I hope to see you all online soon!

Vert21