10 Video Games That Overstayed Their Welcome

10. Assassin's Creed Valhalla (2020)

With the release of Assassins Creed Origins, Ubisoft transformed the stealth-action series into a massive RPG experience. There were numerous side quests, collectibles, and areas to explore on top of a massive revenge plot set within a well-realised Ancient Egypt. The follow-up, Odyssey, was even larger than Origins; but even this Ancient Greek epic was dwarfed by Valhalla.

Set in ninth century England, Valhalla sees Viking protagonist Eivor make a new home for their clan as they work on forging alliances with kingdoms across the country. These meaty sagas take up the bulk of Valhalla’s campaign.

Meanwhile, a subplot revolving around the Hidden Ones, Order of Ancients and Norse gods runs alongside Eivor's main adventure. Though starting off slowly, this plot becomes the primary focus during the late game.

As grand as Valhalla is, it's less successful when it comes to balancing these plotlines effectively.

By the time the plot reaches its final act and unveils potentially game-changing revelations, the pacing takes a massive blow when the narrative switches back to Eivor’s quest to secure power in England. The quest resolving the game-long hunt for the Order of Ancients is an even bigger anti-climax, ending Valhalla on a disappointing low.