Thanks to the latest issue of Game Informer Magazine, we have a slew of new information regarding the newest installment of the Assassin’s Creed franchise simply titled ASSASSIN’S CREED III. Check out that issue (currently on store shelves) for all the official details, new screenshots, and more!

Here are a few of the more notable details:

-The game features a new assassin named Conner who works with Desmond (star of previous installments) during the “present day” portions of the game in between traveling through the Animus 3.0 (a device that transports the human mind back in time in grand detail). Connor’s father is an English man while his mother is a born Native American.

-The main story line is set between 1753-1783 and will explore the Frontier between New York and Boston. Players will experience real historical events such as the French and Indian War and meet up with famous historical figures such as George Washington (in a major role) and Benjamin Franklin.

-ASSASSIN’S CREED with release on the X-Box 360, PS3, and PC on October 30th 2012.

-Nerds who want to pre-order this bad ass game at BEST BUY or GAMESTOP will be treated to a limited edition steel art book game case featuring art from the amazingly talented Alex Ross (KINGDOM COME, MARVELS).

Just when I thought this franchise was losing steam, they had to go and make this amazing looking game. Check out the kick ass announcement trailer below and go score yourself one of those beautiful steel art book cases at your local retailer!