https://wccftech.com/assassins-creed-valhallas-facial-expressions-will-be-improved-x-ray-assassinations-are-player-triggered/

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla animations aren't looking particularly good as of now, but it seems like things will be better when the game launches.

Speaking on his Twitter profile, game director Benoit Richer confirmed that cutscene animations and facial expressions will be improved before launch.