RELOADED is a legendary warez scene group known for bypassing complex DRM. In 2014-2015, Assassin’s Creed Unity featured Uplay DRM plus an always-online requirement for certain chests and progression.
The RELOADED release did two things:
RELOADED is a digital underground legend. Established in the early 2000s, they are a "Scene" release group known for cracking major AAA titles, particularly those using Ubisoft’s Uplay and EA’s Origin. Their releases follow strict standards: proper packaging, no malware, and functional cracks.
Set directly after the events of the main campaign, Arno is drowning in guilt and grief. Having lost Élise de la Serre (his lover), he rejects the Brotherhood of Assassins and falls into a deep depression. He flees the effervescent chaos of Paris for the subterranean darkness of Saint-Denis—the royal necropolis of France.
The narrative shifts from the political revolution above ground to a religious and alchemical mystery below. Arno is drawn into a search for the "Head of Saint Denis," rumored to be a powerful Piece of Eden that can project illusions and control minds. The locals, living in squalor, believe this artifact can raise the dead (hence the title), but Arno knows it is a Precursor relic.
For archivists, the RELOADED DLC release typically included:
Users had to copy the DLC files into the main Assassin's Creed Unity folder, then apply the crack. If done correctly, Arno’s map would show a new golden mission icon in the north.
Assassin’s Creed Unity: Dead Kings is a substantial epilogue that offers a darker tone, rewarding exploration, and a satisfying conclusion to Arno’s journey. It refines the gameplay loop of Unity by introducing unique mechanics like the Guillotine Gun and the Raiders, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the franchise.
While this review covers the RELOADED release, keep in mind that Dead Kings was offered for free permanently by Ubisoft. If possible, claim it legitimately on PC (Ubisoft Connect) to avoid crack-related bugs and to support post-launch fixes.
Assassin's Creed Unity: Dead Kings is the major story expansion to Assassin's Creed Unity
, serving as an epilogue to Arno Dorian’s journey. While "RELOADED" typically refers to a specific scene release group's version of the PC game files, the content itself focuses on a darker, more atmospheric shift from the main game's bright Parisian streets. Story and Setting Assassin-s Creed Unity Dead Kings DLC-RELOADED
The DLC takes place in 1794, shortly after the events of the main game. A weary and cynical Arno travels to
(modern-day Saint-Denis) to find a way out of France. He is pulled into a plot involving the city's vast underground necropolis, where he must stop a group of "Raiders" from uncovering ancient secrets hidden in the royal crypts. Key Features A Darker Atmosphere:
Franciade is grittier and more somber than Paris, with a heavy emphasis on claustrophobic underground exploration. The Guillotine Gun:
A new hybrid weapon that functions as a heavy axe for melee and a mortar-style launcher for long-range explosive damage. New Enemy Archetype:
, a faction of treasure hunters who often move in swarms and can be dispersed by killing their leaders. The Lantern Mechanic:
Essential for navigating the pitch-black tunnels, solving puzzles, and fending off swarms of bats and insects. Gameplay and Access The main story missions take roughly
to complete, while achieving 100% completion (including side activities like "Sugre's Legacy" puzzles) can take up to How to Start:
Players can access the DLC by locating the "F" (Franciade) icon on the map in Paris. It becomes available after completing Sequence 4 of the main game. Returning to Paris:
You must complete the first memory of the DLC before the fast-travel icon to return to Paris appears on the Franciade map. Context of Release Originally intended as a paid expansion, Ubisoft released Dead Kings to all players as compensation for the technical issues Assassin's Creed Unity
faced at launch. The DLC is widely praised for its tighter narrative focus and the "Guillotine Gun," which added a more visceral combat style to the game. Steam Community RELOADED is a legendary warez scene group known
The Assassin's Creed Unity: Dead Kings DLC, released by Ubisoft as a free apology for the main game's problematic launch, provides a somber, gothic-themed epilogue to Arno Dorian’s story. Set in the gloomy town of Franciade (modern-day Saint-Denis) shortly after the French Revolution, the DLC shifts focus toward underground exploration and catacomb raiding. Key Gameplay Additions
Guillotine Gun: A powerful hybrid weapon that functions as both a heavy axe and a mortar-style grenade launcher.
The Lantern: A new tool used to solve puzzles, navigate pitch-black tunnels, and scare off swarms of bats or rats.
Raider Faction: New underground enemies; killing their leader causes the rest of the group to scatter in panic.
Outposts: Strategic areas players must liberate by assassinating specific leaders, similar to outpost mechanics in other Ubisoft titles. Atmosphere & Story Assassin's Creed Unity: Dead Kings DLC - Review Commentary
Assassin's Creed Unity: Dead Kings is the primary story expansion for Assassin's Creed Unity
, released on January 13, 2015. Set in 1794, it follows a grieving Arno Dorian as he travels to the dark, eerie town of Saint-Denis
(then known as Franciade) to find closure after the events of the main game.
Originally intended as part of a paid Season Pass, Ubisoft released the DLC free of charge
for all players as an apology for the technical issues that plagued the base game at launch. Key Features and Content New Setting Users had to copy the DLC files into
: The map of Saint-Denis is smaller than Paris but features an extensive, spooky underground network of catacombs and tombs Guillotine Gun
: A signature new weapon that combines an axe for melee combat with a mortar-style grenade launcher. New Mechanics The Lantern
: Essential for navigating dark tunnels and solving puzzles; it requires oil and is used to repel swarms of rats, roaches, and bats.
: A new enemy faction that roams the underground. If you defeat their leader, the remaining members will often flee. Side Activities : Includes new Outpost missions , Murder Mysteries, and Franciade Stories.
: Completing the DLC rewards players with powerful gear, including the Eagle of Suger sword and various Napoleonic-themed outfits. Story Overview
The narrative picks up roughly one month after the main game's conclusion. A disillusioned Arno seeks to leave France for Egypt but must first retrieve a mysterious manuscript from the royal crypts for the Marquis de Sade . During his quest, he meets a young boy named and faces off against Napoleon Bonaparte
, who is searching for a powerful Piece of Eden hidden within the tombs. Performance and Access Dead Kings | Assassin's Creed Wiki | Fandom
| Pros | Cons | |------|------| | ✅ Dark, atmospheric storytelling | ❌ Short (even for a DLC) | | ✅ Free for all Unity owners (legit) | ❌ Lantern is a forgettable tool | | ✅ Guillotine Gun is fun | ❌ Reuses too many base game assets | | ✅ Good closure for Arno | ❌ Some bugs and performance dips | | ✅ No mandatory co-op/microtransactions | ❌ Side content feels padded |
Dead Kings is the only story-driven DLC for Assassin’s Creed Unity, released in 2015 as a free download to apologize for Unity’s disastrous launch. It takes place after the main game’s ending, following Arno Dorian to the dark, plague-ridden town of Franciade (a fictionalized Saint-Denis).