Assassin’s Creed 2 Deluxe Edition vs Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Assassin’s Creed 2 Deluxe Edition vs Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Assassin’s Creed 2 Deluxe Edition Ubisoft Entertainment Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Activison
Overview
Release Date March 4, 2010 November 10, 2009
Availability Released Released
Developer Ubisoft Montreal Infinity Ward
Publisher Ubisoft Entertainment Activison
Official Site http://www.assassinscreed.com http://modernwarfare2.infinityward.com/
Age Rating Mature
Gameplay
Genre Action, Adventure Shooter
Game Modes Single-player, Multiplayer Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op
Perspective Third-person First-person
Average Playtime 13 hours 22 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, Apple Macintosh PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh
Available On Steam, Epic Games Store PlayStation Store, Steam, Xbox 360 Store, Xbox Store
PC Requirements
Minimum Requirements OS: Windows® XP (32-64 bits) /Windows Vista®(32-64 bits)/Windows 7® (32-64 bits) * Processor: Intel Core® 2 Duo 1.8 GHZ or AMD Athlon X2 64 2.4GHZ Memory: 1.5 GB Windows® XP / 2 GB Windows Vista® - Windows 7® Graphics: 256 MB DirectX® 9.0–compliant card with Shader Model 3.0 or higher (see supported list) DirectX®: DirectX 9.0 Hard Drive: 8 GB free space Sound: DirectX 9.0 –compliant sound card Supported Peripherals: Keyboard, mouse, optional controller * This product does not support Windows® 98/ME/2000/NT Supported Video Cards at Time of Release: ATI® RADEON® X1950, HD 2000/3000/4000/5000 series NVIDIA GeForce® 7/8/9/100/200 series OS: Microsoft Windows XP or Windows Vista (Windows 95/98/ME/2000 are unsupported) Processor: Intel Pentium 4 3.2 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 3200+ processor or better supported Memory: 1 GB RAM Graphics: 256 MB NVIDIA GeForce 6600GT or better or ATI Radeon 1600XT or better DirectX®: Microsoft DirectX(R) 9.0c Hard Drive: 12GB of free hard drive space Sound: 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card Internet: Broadband connection and service required for Multiplayer Connectivity. Internet Connection required for activation. Co-op/Multiplayer Hosting: To host Co-op or MP matches, a 2Ghz dual-core or better processor is recommended.
Recommended Requirements OS: Windows® XP (32-64 bits) /Windows Vista®(32-64 bits)/Windows 7® (32-64 bits) * Processor: Intel Core® 2 Duo E6700 2.6 GHz or AMD Athlon 64 X2 6000+ or better Memory: 1.5 GB Windows® XP / 2 GB Windows Vista® - Windows 7® Graphics: GeForce 8800 GT or ATI Radeon HD 4700 or better DirectX®: DirectX 9.0 Hard Drive: 8 GB free space Sound: 5.1 sound card Supported Peripherals: Keyboard, mouse, joystick optional (Xbox 360® Controller for Windows recommended)
Critic & Community Scores
Metacritic 86 / 100 86 / 100
Community Rating 4.3 / 5 (540 ratings) 4.3 / 5 (2,085 ratings)

Assassin’s Creed 2 Deluxe Edition vs Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2: which should you buy?

Both games offer similar critical acclaim (86/100 Metacritic) and community ratings (4.3/5), but the practical differences favor Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 for most Filipino buyers. Its 22-hour average playtime is 10 hours longer than Assassin’s Creed 2’s 13 hours, making it better for those seeking deeper engagement. While both support PC, they run on different platforms (PC vs. PlayStation/Xbox/Mac), which affects hardware needs. Modern Warfare 2 requires a 2GHz dual-core processor for online co-op, whereas Assassin’s Creed 2 is compatible with older Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz systems. If budget is the main constraint, Assassin’s Creed 2 is more affordable, but Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 offers superior multiplayer depth and longer content. Choose based on whether you prioritize extended gameplay or platform flexibility.

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper?

Price data is not provided in the provided data.

Which is more powerful?

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 requires a 2GHz dual-core processor for online co-op, while Assassin’s Creed 2 supports older Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz systems.

Which is better for daily commuting?

Assassin’s Creed 2 is compatible with Windows XP/Vista, while Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 requires Windows XP or Vista but supports only PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Mac—requiring a console or PC with a gaming-capable setup.

Do both require internet?

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 requires broadband for multiplayer and activation; Assassin’s Creed 2’s online functionality is not specified in the data.