Things I Wish I Knew Before Playing Assassins Creed Odyssey (Tips & Tricks)

Things I Wish I Knew Before Playing Assassins Creed Odyssey (Tips & Tricks)
Join Heather as she outlines some helpful beginners tips and tricks for those starting their adventures in Assassins Creed Odyssey in the latest instalment of 'Things I Wish I Knew Before Playing'. From discussing how your decisions within the game do have consequences, to Orichalcum Ore and level scaling, listen to these words of wisdom from someone who has gotten the platinum trophy and has sunk over 200 hours into this huge RPG.
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[@LegBreakMMA]

Playing this game again now in 2023, first time I had like 100+ hours into it and after watching videos , ive missed so many things and boss fights etc. Going back into this beautiful world ❤ I think this and Syndicate are the best AC games ive played.

[@Avocadorable.x_x.]

Me too bro It’s downloading right now 😂

[@lordvadertheleftie9703]

Personally I absolutely loved Black Flag but this is decent. I'm at level 47 atm and have barely touched the main quest, instead I've took out grinding out all of the cultists

[@landonewts]

Started playing just now, in 2024 (not counting a few hours put in shortly after launch) and am obsessed. Will be playing this game for a long time. Great video, thanks. New subscriber here.

[@ViceRidden]

This is the kind of game you only get to experience for the first time once. It pulled me in and won't let go. I have to get back to my life but I can't turn it off!

[@Amalgamingle]

This is definitely a game that can take over your life 😅 sometimes I wish I could erase my favourite games from my mind and play them again for the first time

[@dj3854]

This is actually one of the best review/tips video done on this game that I've seen so far. MALAKA!!!

[@Amalgamingle]

Thank you so much! - Heather

[@thegeekychav383]

I'm not sure you know what malaka translates too haha

[@x3a3x3]

I finished odyssey as Alexios first then finished the game and replayed it like Kassandra.. I liked it so much that I played it for a third time as Kassandra and played all the DLC’s.. not my favorite AC game but one of my favorite open world games ever!

[@native21rogue6]

I hate level scaling, ruined so many games for me. I remember being level 80+ in Elder Scrolls 4 Oblivion and bringing a giant claymore down on top of a citizen head only for them to slide back a little and call for help.

[@itsyaboi125]

Maybe it’s for the better….

[@eugene4995]

Yall just like the game being non challenging which is lame

[@AliHamza-sv4ni]

@@eugene4995 no . Level scaling as a concept is dumb because it removes the reason to level up . The best way is to have specific regions with set levels so you can actually feel progression once you go back to the starting areas and destroy enemies that used to feel like tanks . While still getting a challenge when you go back to the higher level areas.

[@hahayessir400]

@@AliHamza-sv4nilike ac valhalla 🎉

[@lordvadertheleftie9703]

Level scaling is what it is. You should have seen the difficulty of games in the 80's and 90's.

[@ProjectChaos77]

Bought the gold edition on sale for $20. Can’t beat that deal and I’m having a blast 😅

[@luxurywealthymind7154]

Bought it weeks ago orgins and oddsy for 10$😂

[@smoovejl]

Just brought Origins, Valhalla and Odyssey deluxe editions for $90 all together

[@Zigi1987]

​@@luxurywealthymind7154And i have all free from PS+😅

[@landonewts]

Just dove in again (2024) I’d put in a few hours right after launch and wandered off - partly because I didn’t really get good at video games till the pandemic and lockdown, TBH. But I just decided to reload and restart Odyssey instead of buying a new game, and I am so glad I did! I’m completely obsessed. Definitely taking your advice to take my time with this game because I want to be playing it for a long time - and it looks like I would have to anyway! Great video thanks New subscriber here.

[@geejaybee]

100% agree with the first point. I made that mistake with Valhalla where i was concentrating on finishing it abcd ended up resenting it. I played it again a year later at a much slower pace and enjoyed it much more.

[@noahcallaghan4366]

I rarely comment on youtube, but just about to start this game, and was super impressed by your overall summary. THANK YOU! you got a subscribe.

[@imikegaming2070]

first time playing the game, just found out about the cult and how crazy that is. loving it atm

[@hockeyhacker97]

4:51... I would disagree with that, namely because every level you get a perk point and you can spend those perk points on stats and chance boosts, hitting the level where you can spend perks on stats and spending 5 levels worth of perks to gain 10% more crit chance or 10% more spear or sword or warrior damage really adds up and allows you to specialize your playstyle whether that be a poison build or fire build or bow build or crit build it all makes a difference, it just doesn't unlock till mid game.

[@Mikey-kz8yg]

Just started this game and this video was exactly what I needed to see, great video

[@Ellie81998]

Tip This game is on a whole different level of beauty if you play it on 4k 60fp ❤️ I went from 1080 to 4k and The experience was mind blowing

[@yods03]

This. Just bought a 55" 4k tv and was instantly mindblown too! I've been playing on my 21" monitor for almost half the game.

[@mav2553]

No high frame rate. You get 4k resolution, with HDR color but its locked 30fps on every platform. So is Origins, and Red Dead 2 the same. Locked 30

[@Ellie81998]

@mav2553 you can work around it with pc if you're on console yes you'll be stuck at 30fps

[@mav2553]

@@Ellie81998 so I stand corrected. Apparently there was an update for only series X/S and PS5 including a high frame rate boost. Im playing Odyssey on xbox ONEX, damn.

[@PriyaMireegyneDesobrique-nm5rb]

Should be noted, to achieve 60fps at 4K on a capable, correctly configured Smart TV with latest console (Xbox Series X for sure; maybe Ser S; prob PS 5) also requires connection via HDMI 2.1 cable. Included with XBSX, though very short, which can cause end to break if tugged too hard (ahem). I’ve discovered the importance of cables (and much more) during the steep learning curve after recently getting an XBSX & my first ever smart TV at once.

[@El_coyote710]

Thank you so much keep up videos like this especially on games that are just Less than 5 years old and yes The glitch also happens to me I always go back to certain Spartan campsites for campsites for the big loots and and the Spartan seals!! That glitch is awesome!!!

[@HzrdHaze]

Just starting off today. This was a good guide into the game, thanks!

[@woolleson]

Nice run through. There are many haters of this game, but I've had 150+ hours of fun in it. Yes it's huge, but as you noted take your time and enjoy the journey. As far leveling up never been an issue, as life pick your fights to win

[@naturalstench]

Thanks for a great video, it helps a ton.

[@beg11221978]

Came to check out this video ... my first time back on since I put 48 hours in on release... still an amazing game. Taking my time this time and paying way more attention

[@ikennaoguagha7073]

The level scaling in this game is horrendously daunting

[@Jarial7]

This is a truly excellent highly professional video that appeals to my gameplay your video is truly informative and gives the facts that are needed for a successful gameplay I am a fan and look forward to seeing more of your excellent work bravo

[@Amalgamingle]

Thank you so much! It's comments like this that give us motivation to keep going! Got lots planned for 2024 😁 Happy New Year! - Heather

[@sethdearborn4001]

Thank u for this video. I'm currently replaying AC Odyssey on my PS5 while waiting for GoW Ragnarok. I did NOT like Valhalla at all and always had fond memories of this game and always wanted to give it another go. This game is truly amazing. I'm taking my time this time like u suggested and I'm going through all the dialog options and I'm having a blast. This is so far the best tip video I have watched!

[@Amalgamingle]

Thank you, I'm so pleased to read this! I set out creating this video to primarily inspire people to give the game another chance because it is really enjoyable taken at a slower pace. I'm the same, I didn't care for Valhalla either, not sure why. I preordered Ragnarok and I cannot wait until it gets here!!! So excited! haha Anyways thanks for watching and for your kind words :)

[@dany2685]

I just wanted that I could have all clues for the spartan cultist king but as I searched some forums you have to listen to Brasidas so that he will give you a letter. It hurt my ego so bad :)) when going in front of the kings and couldn't prove the cultist king and you waste a lot of money to get rid of mercenaries trying to get you or fight and die sometimes because you are not prepared to fight against fort guards and mercenaries at the same time. I like this game just because it is hard and always challenging. It reminds me of Metin 2 back in the days. I liked that we have a very big map but it felt like I tried to grind and get the level so I can complete the quests and the quests took a small amount of time comparing to the grind for level. I just wished we had more content in terms of quests. But I need to say that this is almost the perfect game and surely my favorite. And also as a child I liked the 300 movie so it just made me feel like I was part of a movie in some situations. Waiting for the next big game from ubisoft: AC Shadows but I need to buy a new PC for it now.

[@sirkaimetall6007]

Odyssey is one of the most fun Assassins Creed games there is I now playing true it and yeah you need to take your time in there and special with enemys bonty hunter and higher lvl enemy some is best to take out with bow and keep they a bit away for getting a hit on you to fast and do get all the area in places check out and yes I always pick Kassandra because I think Alexios sound so damn cocky lol but the only thing I dont like in the game if you lvl a bit fast and forget to upgrade the pize for the upgrade is soo crazy high but I like the game a lot 🙂

[@Mak35hiFt]

🎯 Awesome video, Thank You

[@Meskwaki]

Nice presentation. Well done.

[@bettergetdave]

This really helps me bc i walked away from this game bc of the reasons you struggled. I may go back now

[@El_coyote710]

Go back and dust it off!! Great game

[@shonea8819]

I did the same thing my first playthrough on Kelfalonia. I just started a new game and I am blazing through the story trying very hard not to do too much extra 😅

[@bewickkingofthenorth1600]

Just want to give you credit for this video, you sound pretty young but you've done a really good job of this edit and talk over. Great work 👍

[@Amalgamingle]

Thank you so much! I'm 33 but I had no editing experience before starting the channel in 2021 after being made covid redundant. I actually have a business degree and a sales background haha But I absolutely love doing the channel with Craig. Apart from our daughter, starting the channel is the best thing we ever did and we hope one day we will be big enough to hire a team/studio and upload new videos every day :D - Heather

[@bewickkingofthenorth1600]

@Amalgamingle ah shit sorry. You sounded young on that video. Ah ok cool I see. Well very well done, hope yous keep it up and good luck with the studio. Dropped a sud to show appreciation and support👍

[@9HereticPrincess9]

I love the love of scale and this game I love this game itself it's mean the game so much more easier to put it on the light scale for me :)

[@TheShortcake619]

Just starting and this game is amazing

[@Peter-xm4jd]

Thanks for the tips. Would you recommend to just change always armor and weapons or does it make sense to level weapons up? (I just downloaded the game and never played it)

[@Amalgamingle]

You can unlock multiple loadouts so at first I would make sure your gear is the same level as you and experiment with different armours and weapons until you find one that suits your play style... Later on, when you have a feel for the game, you can set up your loadouts, level them up, customise their appearance and add mods 🙂

[@SithHappens9567]

Just started playing in 2024 and I’m loving it I’m level 32 and I have about 40-50 hours in. I don’t think I’m even half way through the main missions I just went to the little party thing after finding out about the cult but man I done ordered all 3 dlc’s especially since they are on sale rn $12.33 definitely gonna be worth it

[@x3a3x3]

The dlc’s are fun!

[@SithHappens9567]

@@x3a3x3 I just started first blade

[@x3a3x3]

@@SithHappens9567 that was a fun dlc! The Atlantis dlc was interesting too and you can use the weapons you get back in the main game once you finish it

[@jim191185]

only game i’ve bought all the dlc for. best AC title by far

[@ArnfinnRian]

Thank you for identifying "Level Scaling". I talked about this to several friends but they never even gave it a thought. It made me give up on it my first try. And whoever thought "Level Scaling" was a good idea; Go play blindfolded on the highway please! Otherwise, great vid!

[@Amalgamingle]

No worries, thanks for checking out the video 🙂 yeah, level scaling is bull!Thankfully most games don't use this mechanic

[@oldtimer3472]

What ur advise to play for farming difficulties ,,, just started

[@mangostensy]

agree, one of the greatest games ever

[@gimphglmt]

I'm going to find that glitch!

[@joshthemigpro1733]

U don't upgrade bears upgrade them at lvl 11 then every 10 lvls

[@hiddenleaf414]

Is level scaling off now in Odyssey? Left Kephallonia and went to one of the closest lands from there. People were so high in level I couldn’t see their level and they were basically one shotting me with arrows.

[@Amalgamingle]

Unless they have issued an update, the level scaling can't be turned off but it can be turned down in settings. If enemies were one shot killing you then it sounds like the area is far above your current level. Each area has a recommended level specified on the world map... how level scaling works is that once you reach the level of that area, the recommended level then increases in tandem with your character. Hope this helps! - Heather

[@quidemande]

you probably went to achai or sum. required lvl there is like 46 so yeah, it's obvious that they will one shot u

[@GrimGalore]

The Witcher 300

[@Chowderpat]

I'm 5 Yr late to the game and I've literally just choose join my crew 30 minutes before watching this .... gutted lol

[@Amalgamingle]

You might be lucky and not have the glitch 😅

[@choshow86]

I let the baby die and went after chrysis😂

[@akarisaberwolf8762]

What level would be best to leave Kaphalonia?

[@Amalgamingle]

If you open your map, it shows the recommended level for each area which, due to the level scaling, will depend on your own current level :)

[@akarisaberwolf8762]

@@Amalgamingle Yea I asked that cause you said you grinded your xp while on kaphonia and I was curious what level you were when you finally left it.

[@fraumoller2914]

I chose nightmare mode. How does this affect level scaling 😂😭

[@Amalgamingle]

You are brave! I'm not sure to be honest. Might be worth checking the settings on your nightmare save to see if the level scaling is different

[@jackderr4344]

Best AC game

[@pamfranklin882]

This is more a review than a tips video.

[@Baddad36]

After putting quite a few hours in I totally agree. The level scaling destroys the game, removing any reason to level up and indeed play the game. It should have been like Fallout 4 for example. That and the fight mechanics, plus the bad voice acting, ,has made me give this a miss. Such a shame. Of course the reason for the former is to encourage micro transactions. The search for the perfect game continues.

[@Amalgamingle]

Kassandra's voice acting is great but Alexios is poor...and NPCs are stereotypically Ubisoft 2D "please save my husband, he's been kidnapped" 🤣 it's definitely worth playing though, for the beauty of the world alone

[@hariszark7396]

Who the hell hates AC Odyssey? ...... The game is AWESOME!!!! I wish Ubisoft would release more content about it.

[@Venomn1]

This and Valhalla are so repetitive.

[@Amalgamingle]

They can feel that way after continuous play but they're not as bad as Far Cry games when it comes to repetition haha

[@Venomn1]

@@Amalgamingle true. But I dig far cry but only certain ones

[@Amalgamingle]

@@Venomn1 Same. I still haven't played Far Cry 6 yet though, its part of my epic backlog :(

[@Venomn1]

@@Amalgamingle I enjoyed FC 6 myself after giving it another shot. It to is just like other FC games. But more action. Super repetitive but there is a way to play without being repetitive. You get a helicopter. Forget what you call it. It's tiny. I use it to get chests and only do missions to progress. It's a vast world to checkout also. Probably larger than all others

[@daggermouth4695]

Im playing for the first time now. Ages like fine wine. I feel so sorry for all the people who rushed through this 5 years ago.

[@Amalgamingle]

Same. There's so much to see and do in this game. It's truly Ubisoft's overlooked masterpiece, despite its flaws. I would love to see an upscale for PS5, it would be amazing 🤩 - Heather

[@smoovejl]

Just brought Origins, Valhalla and Odyssey deluxe editions for $90 all together.

[@Amalgamingle]

Origins is great and I adore Odyssey but I could never get into Valhalla. The whole Viking angle for an assassins creed game didn't quite work for me - Heather

[@jamiljamillmeadows3977]

Dlc for oddessy is worth 90 it's self. What a deal!

[@Delibrium]

i never use that horse like at all