and Splinter Cell, among others. In addition to shutting off all multiplayer and online capabilities, some games on the chopping block — Assassin's Creed 3 (2012), Assassin's Creed Brotherhood ...

Chaos Theory was a masterpiece that redefined the stealth genre and challenged Metal Gear Solid for the top spot.

but Splinter Cell: Blacklist feels unwieldy and unfocussed. That having been said, there's certainly enough here – especially in the multiplayer – to keep fans glued to their consoles long ...