#5 Calamity Ganon - Legend of Zelda Breath Of Wild

Considering that the entire game is built around building yourself up for this one confrontation, the fight against Calamity Ganon had no business being anything less than one of the best of all time.

There are several ways you can approach this fight, mostly because you can literally fight him whenever it pleases you. Sure, you're TOLD to go to the four sacred beasts and get them back on your side, but it's just there to make the fight easier for you. Any equipment you get, any side missions you complete, all build up as one long training montage for the final battle.

But no matter when you begin this battle, it is utterly glorious. Sure this version of Ganon has basically no personality to him, leaving us without the pathos that made characters like Wind Waker's Ganondorf so compelling an antagonist, but never let it be said that the bastard doesn't make you WORK for that victory.

Even at your most equipped, you'll likely come out of that fight feeling like you just barely survived, and yet feel wholly satisfied. Exactly what a final boss needs to do.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAuVga9GWIg

#6 Senator Armstrong - Metal Gear

This has got to be one of the most insane games ever made, and considering the pedigree of the people who made it, that's saying a lot. Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance couldn't be any more different in tone, characterization, and definitely SCALE from its mainline series, Metal Gear Solid, but unlike Metal Gear Survive there's an actually great game here so it hardly matters.

And the culmination of all of this is Senator Armstrong, or as I like to call him, what every Republican WISHES they were. This bottomlessly corrupt and physically unstoppable U.S Senator has been messing with Raiden throughout the entire game, and has left him staring helplessly down a future of nuclear war for the sake of - ironically - making the world better in the long run.

But Raiden's mama didn't raise no quitter, he has a mission, he has a goal, he has a REALLY big sword. And all the righteous fury needed to use it. The battle is one of the most intense and insane bosses that Platinum games has ever put out, and mind you, this is the company that ended Bayonetta with you throwing GOD into the sun and cremating her.

It'll take every skill you've learned and a good amount of luck, but like all great final bosses, it feels so damn good when you win.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbQdxGe0sqU

#7 Otto Octavious - Spiderman

10 Best Video Game Boss Battles Of The Decade
7. Otto Octavious (Spider-Man)
Insomniac Games
Insomniac's Spider-Man came onto the gaming world like a bolt out of the blue. It being Insomniac, everyone knew it was going to at least be decent, but no one could have expected the GOTY contender that came out. Refreshingly original, addictive as hell to play, and a story that took the franchise in directions no one had ever seen, how could a game this good top itself in the finale?

Well, for starters, by giving us one of the best final bosses of the decade.

There are a lot of reasons that the final boss with Otto Octavious is amazing, but since everyone knows how well this game is designed, let's look at this from a narrative standpoint. This is easily the best rendition of Otto since Alfred Molina's take on him in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 2. But whereas that was the story of a good man tormented by his own creation, this is the story of a man having his facade peeled back by his creation, revealing the monster that was always there.

Peter's relationship with Otto is beautifully tragic, and the battle - along with it being the perfect test of how well you've learned the mechanics of the game - is the equally perfect culmination and catharsis for the hours of build up to this moment.

One of the best examples of a game weaving story and gameplay together for a superior experience. But not the best, oh no, that's for later on.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzZ1jJ0uyWc

#8: The Spider - Limbo

Limbo is one of the founding fathers of one of the cornerstones of indie gaming: big headed children in bigger, scarier world. Hey, it was perfectly original when Limbo did it, don't make fun.

When people play Limbo, there is only one thing that everyone takes away from it universally. That being that the giant spider is absolutely terrifying. Not shocking, considering that anyone who says they aren't afraid of spiders is a damned liar and should be treated as such, but the spider in Limbo is especially frightening simply due to how little you know of it, and how helpless you are.

Because of the game's art style, it's unclear whether or not this is an actual spider or just another of the game's odd, terrifying machines that just has a particularly nasty grudge against you. All you do know is that there's basically nothing you can do against it.

All that you can do throughout the game is try to outsmart it, but in the last confrontation, the goal is to simply escape it and hope that this time, it doesn't follow you.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J34Q6wWzIiE

#9 The Marker - Dead Space 2

One of the best survival horror series ever made (until EA... EA'd all over it), Dead Space chilled audiences with its Ridley Scott-esque setup, and kept them captivated and coming back for more with rich lovecraftian lore that - like any good lore - added to the core experience rather than weighing it down.

And then they came back and did it all over again, but better, in the sequel.

There's very little about Dead Space 2 that can be said that showing wouldn't accomplish. But the final boss, simply known as The Marker, is a particularly exceptional case here.

At first glance it's little more than several waves of enemies rushing you one after the other and then you win. But then as you go throughout the boss fight, The Marker starts flexing its potent psychic abilities by using visions of your dead love interest to throw you off your game. By now it's been revealed that she's been dead the whole time, but that doesn't make it less distracting.

It doesn't sound all that frightening on paper, but when you play the game, it's one of the scariest moments in one of the scariest games ever made.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtKxNqp-B3A

#10 Cyber Demon - Doom
This is the big boss you see in every promotion for Doom 2016 when it was set to launch. The demon that rips open the obligatory video game elevator you were just about to take to the next level to say "Hahaha, yeah no, you ain't done, get the hell back out here," and proceeds to fling you out to beat you into putty.

Naturally, such an insult cannot stand.

This boss fight is pretty much everything you've been going through up to this point, but against a demon who actually takes a few more punches than usual to go down. Which is perfectly fine with us, given that Doom 2016 is one of the best games of the decade, so more of the same, but with a larger boss, is just fine, thank you.

But more than that, it's challenging without being crushing, the boss fight moves at a steady pace, and when you take it down, you feel like the top dog, and that feeling is earned. Sometimes simplicity is best, and this is the boss fight that exemplifies that.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-X0-t7Ng1s

This is the big boss you see in every promotion for Doom 2016 when it was set to launch. The demon that rips open the obligatory video game elevator you were just about to take to the next level to say "Hahaha, yeah no, you ain't done, get the hell back out here," and proceeds to fling you out to beat you into putty.

Naturally, such an insult cannot stand.

This boss fight is pretty much everything you've been going through up to this point, but against a demon who actually takes a few more punches than usual to go down. Which is perfectly fine with us, given that Doom 2016 is one of the best games of the decade, so more of the same, but with a larger boss, is just fine, thank you.

But more than that, it's challenging without being crushing, the boss fight moves at a steady pace, and when you take it down, you feel like the top dog, and that feeling is earned. Sometimes simplicity is best, and this is the boss fight that exemplifies that.

PS: I re edited the post and added the gameplay video of each boss battle to get a feel of how awesome each boss battles are

#1: Backwards Compatibility With Every PlayStation Generation

Microsoft nabbed themselves a major win by adding backwards compatibility as a feature for the Xbox One. Suddenly, Sony's smattering of old PS2 games simply didn't cut it, and they've essentially had to take the L for the rest of the generation.

Not wanting to let Microsoft carry on with this ace up their sleeves, they've filed a bunch of patents across 2018 and 2019 that all point to them transforming the PS5 into something of a legacy console. It's already been confirmed that the next machine will be at least backwards compatible with the PS4, and these filings suggest that PS1, 2 and 3 games will also be playable.

How that would impact the relevancy of PS Now is yet to be seen, but a new console that doesn't provide an accessible way to play a library of legacy games - especially a library bursting with titles as good as Sony's - would already feel dated.

Fortunately, Sony seem keen on avoiding this mistake as much as possible.
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#2: The Exclusive Line Up Is Amazing And Diverse

Even though not all of the exclusives for the next Playstation have been revealed, it doesn't take a genius to know what Sony is working on. The company has spent the entirety of this generation building themselves up as the pinnacle of big-budget AAA games, launching new franchises like Horizon Zero Dawn and breathing new life into old ones such as God of War.

Fans can expect to see new entries in both of those franchises at some point, alongside Spider-Man 2, Gran Turismo 7 and Ghost of Tsushima.

That lineup alone is enough to guarantee a bevy of must-play experiences on the PS5, but they're just the tip of the iceberg. There's still the secret projects to come, rumoured sequels to older franchises, and the second-party surprises that Sony always like to roll out.

Microsoft will no doubt have an improved exclusive library for the next Xbox, but Sony have spent over five years putting in the groundwork on that front, and are in a better position to hit the ground running once then PS5 drops.

#3: Sony Are Acquiring New Studios And Working On Some Secret Projects

Microsoft have made some pretty promising steps over the past year to make sure their exclusives are as good as they can be for the next generation. After some big name acquisitions, their first-party team of developers can now rival anything Sony has to offer, and should lead to a variety of big name Xbox Scarlett games dropping in the console's first couple of years.

Sony has been pretty content to let their already excellent first-party studios continue to shine, but they're now adding even more to the lineup. The company recently bought Insomniac Games and committed to building on the Spider-Man and Ratchet and Clank franchises, and rumours suggest it could be the first of many coming acquisitions.

This is on top of the new studios they've internally built as well. For instance, we know there's a secret studio made up of Naughty Dog and Rockstar devs that's working on a mystery project, and it points to plenty of surprises outside of the big games we already know are coming.

Speaking of...

#4: PS5 Pro Will Be Available At Launch

Both Sony and Microsoft's mid-gen console refreshes have been mixed bags. Though they extended the life of the generation and allowed devs to give players better games that exceeded the capabilities of the underpowered original machines, they weren't totally utilised to their fullest extent.

They came too late in the console cycle, and devs couldn't properly harness their power without alienating the majority of fans who stuck with the base machines. There's no point having the 'world's most powerful console' if 90% of your games don't take advantage of it.

Instead of going back to the idea of one regular console for an entire generation though, recent leaks have suggested that both the Pro and the base PS5 will be available for purchase at launch.

This is genius for a couple reasons. For one, it ensures that the company won't have to limit their console's capabilities to keep the price down, and two, it should mean that developers can really take advantage of the added horsepower.

Extra options are always good, and this approach should mean the PS5 remains affordable and accessible without falling behind when it comes to specs.

#5: Remote Play Will Be Huge

when it launched back in 2017. Instead of successfully balancing their handheld machines with their dedicated consoles, they decided to simply smash the two together.

Sony attempted something similar over the course of the PS4's life, only it was nowhere near as elegant. They transformed the Vita into a remote play device that allowed for gaming on the go, but they've looked to expand that concept massively with the likes of Playstation TV and their cloud streaming infrastructure.

It's been a rough transition, but now the structures are in place to make remote play as easy and accessible as possible on PS5, and that's without even mentioning the new handheld that was patented which could make this even better...

#6: An Awesome Launch Lineup

Now, the launch lineup for both the Xbox Scarlett and PS5 is shrouded in mystery, but it's Sony who's clearly gearing up to have the better selection of must-play titles to coincide with the release of their next console.

For one, they've purposefully held back on announcing anything new for over a year now. Refusing to show up at major trade shows like E3 and show off what they have in development, they've instead doubled down on the few remaining PS4 exclusives already announced.

Consequently, it doesn't take a genius to come to the conclusion that they're purposefully keeping their cards close to their chest in order to have a bunch of big hitters ready for the next console launch.

It's not all speculation either, as the leaks so far back this up. Sucker Punch's anticipated Ghost of Tsushima is rumoured to be a major exclusive come launch day, while sequels like Horizon Zero Dawn 2, a new entry into the Killzone franchise and remasters of cult classics like Demon's Souls are also rumoured.

That would already put it lightyears ahead of the PS4's launch, and also whatever the next Xbox has to offer.

#7: VR Gaming Games Comes Into His Own



Even though I've championed it since it first launched, the PSVR has only really come into its own over the past year or so. Before then it was home to some great experiences, but a lot of even the big name releases weren't what the general public viewed as "proper games" - but now all that has changed.

Between the likes of Blood and Truth, Astro Bot, Moss, Firewall: Zero Hour, No Man's Sky and Resident Evil 7, some of the best games of the entire generation can be found on Sony's VR system, and it's clear that they're committing even more to producing high-quality titles for the PS5.

Even better, several leaks have suggested that there'll be an improved headset as well but, importantly, it won't be required to play the new games. That's essential to not burn the players who have already invested, while providing even more incentive for new fans to give the tech a chance.

#8; PlayStation Assistant Will Be A Better Kinetic

The most recent patent filed by Sony might be the most interesting yet, as it could change the game when it comes to how players actually control their consoles.

Both the PS4 and the Xbox One enjoy voice commands at the moment (with that feature pretty much being the one redeeming part of the Kinect 2.0), but the Playstation Assistant would be an advanced form of that, essentially Sony's answer to Alexa.
Voice commands might be seen as kind of pointless when you can use a controller to accomplish the same actions just as fast, but this patent actually suggests some pretty intriguing in-game possibilities.

As someone who uses a lot of guides to go trophy hunting - and has experienced the frustration that comes from flicking between information on a phone and the action in the game - the addition of being able to call up a walkthrough on the same screen is a dream come true.

That's on top of the increased accessibility options that would come with the technology as well, overall increasing the PS5's ease of use.

It sounds like one of those features like rest mode, where it seems small, but once you have it you couldn't imagine a time where you didn't use it all the time.

#9: It Will Revolutionise Game Audio


Okay, wait right there - don't you dare skip onto the next number without reading this first. I know the idea of the PS5 hanging its hat on improved audio doesn't sound all that exciting, but it's probably the space where the new consoles can radically up their game.


In an interview with Wired , architect for the next Playstation, Mark Cerny, kept talking about how his team is looking to revolutionise gaming audio for the next generation. He rightly points out that there was barely any change on the audio front from the PS3 to the PS4, but there's so much scope to alter the how players think about sounds in games

Currently, it's something we don't think about and simply take for granted, but cutting-edge releases like Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice have proven just how integral great sound design can be in crafting a unique story.

Sony can capitalise on this area, and give fans a radical change they didn't know they needed.

TrollKiller:
this is all speculation and small talk. the ps5 could end up being a massive success or faliure.

calm down fam, you haven't read the article you're already jumping into conclusion.

btw the article was based on facts from what we already know not just speculations

10. PlayStation Now Can Finally Challenge Xbox Game Pass

Sony's Playstation Now service got off to a pretty rocky start. Their original plan to answer the demand for backwards compatibility was to implement the service as a way for players to stream classic titles from previous generations, but that didn't go as smoothly as they hoped.


Fans viewed Now as being over-priced and the streaming technology itself unreliable, two issues which only became more unforgivable when the Xbox One not only introduced backwards compatibility, but also the Games Pass system which let players download full games at a lower cost.


Slowly but surely, Sony have responded to the competition and improved their service massively. First, they allowed the option for fans to download PS4 games, while they've recently announced a new pricing model and a whole bunch of games that are being added.


Games Pass might still have the edge, but Playstation Now is finally a contender, and can only get better going into the next gen.

Discussions around the next generation of consoles have been happening for the past couple of years or so, but it's only got to the point now where the dawning of a new era is upon us.


Microsoft have confirmed they're going to kick off the next gaming cycle at the end of 2020 with the Xbox Scarlett.


That said, it's not fair to leave it a one-sided fight, and Sony aren't resting on their laurels going into the next cycle. They've been on top before, only to come crashing down after releasing a new machine, and it's clear they're not planning on making the same mistakes with the PS5.
At least, you'd hope they're not.


Though they've been cagey on the in-production PS5 console in comparison to the competition, leaks, rumours and comments all point towards an incredibly strong showing from Sony.

To ensure Microsoft don't take the lead, a whole load of changes to the hardware, services and games will come, and that could mean the Xbox brand doesn't stand a chance.
https://whatculture.com/gaming/10-ways-the-ps5-will-destroy-the-next-xbox?

#1: Cyberpunk 2077

Mike Pondsmith's Cyberpunk world is one of the most interesting takes on the genre - the cybernetic prosthetics, characters like Morgan Blackhand, unique gangs and Night City itself making for a brilliant setting for both tabletop and video games.

And, out of all of the studios that could be entrusted with this world, there is no developer more worthy than CD Projekt Red.

These developers have shown their knack for making games during their time adapting The Witcher series into games, as well as how incredibly consumer friendly the company is - and they so far seem to be bringing the same expertise and ethos to Cyberpunk 2077.

The gameplay looks fun, the city's stories deep and rich and the ability to mold your own V seeming to be similarly complex.

Plus, Keanu Reeves. 'Nuff said

#2: Last Of Us 2

The first Last of Us game was a masterpiece, being a fine addition to Naughty Dog's already large collection of brilliant creations.

The excellent cast of voice actors and the story woven by Neil Druckmann and Bruce Straley was utterly fantastic - somehow managing to be gut-wrenching and evoke swathes of emotion despite being, in essence, a zombie game.

After the ending of the original title, most probably thought that it was going to be a one and done sort of affair - due to its finality - so a sequel is potentially risky from a storytelling standpoint.

Yet, from what's been seen, the second game seems set to continue Ellie's journey in a natural, enjoyable way. Improvements to gameplay are similarly impressive, given what looks like a wonderful new story.

#3: Ghost of Tsushima

While there has not been much talk or new footage released regarding this game since its initial reveal at E3 last year, players would do well to not forget Ghost of Tsushima - as it looks really brilliant.

From last year's gameplay reveal, players were shown a look at the excellent sword combat - the mechanics of which seem to be comparable to a single player, more slow and measured version of the fighting system available in For Honour. This should create an experience that will allow players to feel like an expert swordmaster.

The game itself looks absolutely beautiful along with this, and with Sucker Punch developing, Ghost of Tsushima is sure to have a rich story - much like their previous Infamous series.

It seems that PlayStation will soon have another classic exclusive on their hands.

#4: Watch dogs Legion

After the first game in the Watch Dogs series managed to become arguably disappointing release of the generation, it's a surprise that Ubisoft has bothered continuing with the hacking title and an even bigger one that the third game looks so incredibly promising.

The new setting of a near future of London is very exciting and the gameplay addition of being able to play as any NPC is a novel one that has managed to make many excited about a very fledgling series that, up until now, has not attracted very much positive attention.

Whether or not Legion actually lives up to these high expectations is another matter, but there's good reason to be optimistic that Ubisoft have finally learned their lesson on over-promising.

#5: Elden Ring

Much like a new Halo game, there is always a large crowd that get very excited for a new title from From Software - because some people are masochists, I suppose.

This newest title, Elden Ring, seems to be a blend of all of the previous games from the studio - the medieval themes of Dark Souls, the twisted gore of Bloodborne and some of the more Eastern looking armour of their recent Sekiro title.

Oh, did I mention that along with the incredible pedigree of the developers at From Software, Game of Thrones creator George R. R. Martin, is also working on the game? Because he is.

The addition of such an author will hopefully add a more fully-realised lore to the game, bringing a literary quality to From Software's traditionally very gameplay focused experiences.

Truly, this is full of exciting promise

#6: Final Fantasy VII

Out of all the Final Fantasy games in the long running series, this is probably the one most wanted to see remade.

From all the footage seen so far, this massive update seems incredibly promising. New graphics bring the game to the peak of this generation's graphical fidelity, giving all of those classic characters and moments that fans love a beautiful modern tint.

Maybe... just maybe, FF7 Remake will live up to the version of the game that exists through fans' nostalgia specs.

The update to gameplay seems to be similarly promising too; the mix of third person combat and minor turn based elements making for a fantastic blend of new and old that should please those who played the original as well as those who are simply jumping on here.

#7: Halo Infinite

A new Halo game is always exciting - but this one especially so, given the drought of Xbox games over the past few years.

Unlike all previous games in the series, the game seems to be taking more of an open world approach - bringing the sandbox gameplay Halo is known for to a much larger scale.

Unfortunately, fans are yet to see any actual footage of how the game actually plays and details on the story have been very sparse (it only being obvious that the new tale will take place after the events of Halo 5 and see Master Chief go up against the newly evil Cortana) - making it hard to put this title any higher up the list.

Nonetheless, this game is one to keep an eye on.

#8: Dying Light

The first Dying Light game presented players with quite an odd premise: a zombie game featuring parkour mechanics. Though, this strange premise actually somehow managed to work, with the combination of the undead, melee combat and traversal elements making for a rather enjoyable game.

The second title in the series seems set to follow this same route, bringing players a really fun game - with its new features seeming to make for a game of far larger scale and more interesting elements.

The most intriguing addition is that of consequences.

With your choices in the game radically changing the city and saving or killing character NPCs, much like your choices in something like The Witcher or Mass Effect might. Also, the developers have also said that the main story only accounts for around fifty percent of Dying Light 2's content, meaning that the title will likely be enormous.

These promises - alongside already great gameplay - means Techland would have to try very hard to make a bad game.

#9: Marvel's Avenger

The prospect of a fully fledged, co-op Avengers game has been a really exciting one, and finally next year we'll be getting one.

The material released so far has not been the most impressive (some of those costumes particularly so), but from what we have heard about the gameplay, along with the all-star voice cast that will be featured, there is still plenty of reason to be optimistic in face of concerns.

Honestly, if Crystal Dynamics manages to deliver on even half of the brilliant-sounding elements they have promised, fans of Marvel's premiere superteam will have a game they can truly celebrate - rather than most of the app store toss we've been treated to across the last few years.

10. Gods & Monsters

Revealed during Ubisoft's press conference, this game is the next title from the developers of Assassin's Creed Odyssey.

Most see this as a Breath of the Wild clone, and it is fair to see why, with a fantasy setting and cartoon-esque aesthetic, comparisons were inevitable.

So, why did this game make the list of the most anticipated of 2020?

Basically, AC Odyssey's Ancient Greece setting meant the developers obviously felt the need to include some of the famed myths for the player to battle, or in the case of Atlantis, explore.

Odyssey has certainly moved in that direction, especially with its DLC, but where Assassin's Creed is more contracts and hidden blades, this can be... well, Gods & Monsters.

This makes this game the one that the studio clearly always wanted to make, and with this added passion, it should be something special.

Even with the cavalcade of games still yet to release this year, the end of E3 has signified that little to nothing else will be announced for release for some time, meaning the line up of titles currently set to come out in 2020 probably won't be changing.

As such, this is a prime opportunity to have a look into what awaits players next year. From the absolutely breathtaking Cyberpunk 2077 to the splendour of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake, players have a lot in store for them come 2020 (with a lot of sevens in game titles, apparently).

But which of these games should players be keeping their eyes most keenly on? And why?

There are plenty of excellent looking titles dropping over 2020 and so managing to not go bankrupt while making all of these purchases may end up being a rather tough challenge, especially with incentives like Keanu Reeves being dangled like carrots in front of players' faces.

Though, never fear, here are the rankings for the most anticipated games of the seemingly-far-off year of 2020, so that you may better prioritise your purchases or, if that's not necessary, simply for your reading pleasure. Enjoy.
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http://whatculture.com/gaming/10-most-anticipated-video-games-of-2020-ranked

#1: Mass Effect

Well in order to satisfy the audience, those who played the games and those who would be introduced to the franchise for the first time, you would need something with an overarching story, but enough lore so we can also have standalone episodes.

What about a show that starts with the very foundation of the Mass Effect story itself? The discovery of the artefact on Mars that leads to the expansion of the human race, exploring the galaxy through the Mass Relay network?

The show could focus on a fictional crew exploring the galaxy with the goal of meeting new races, gathering resources and technology. We could see the First Contact War and the embryonic stages of such organisations as Terra Firma and Cerberus, humankind’s introduction to the Citadel, with nods to the game trilogy through the inclusion of characters who would later appear in the games events.

All of this asks the questions: How would mankind react if this actually happened? Would we have the capability to deal with the introduction of alien species into the human consciousness?

Like the games, a Mass Effect TV show would provide an interesting commentary on the differences that remain in our world today.
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#2: Assassin Creed

A live action Assassin’s Creed would be a perfect blend of historical, fantasy and science fiction storytelling, depicting the war between the Templars and Assassins racing to find the pieces of Eden, with the ultimate fate of humanity hanging in the balance.

The plot could follow Desmond Miles as he is kidnapped by Abstergo and forced into the Animus to explore the memories of his genetic predecessors throughout various ages in history.

There is plenty of source material to follow, offering a mind-bending journey of historical fiction, set in amazing locations such as ancient Rome, juxtaposed by Miles' modern day struggle for escape, dealing with the effects of the invasive Animus device, and even the mystery of Patient 16.

The show would not have to follow the plot of the games exactly, but could be fleshed out with interesting characters in both modern and historical settings.

Are we going back to Ancient Rome, how will Desmond escape, what are the effects of the Animus device, who are the templars? The possibilities for engaging content that keeps viewers interested over time are tremendous.