Assassin’s Creed Mirage: An Overview?
Assassin's Creed Mirage is a 2023 action-adventure game developed by Ubisoft Bordeaux and published by Ubisoft, marking the thirteenth major installment in the Assassin's Creed series. The game takes players to the 9th-century Islamic Golden Age, specifically during the Anarchy at Samarra, with the city of Baghdad as a central setting.
Key aspects of Assassin's Creed Mirage include:
Story and Protagonist: You play as the cunning street thief Basim, who joins the Hidden Ones, an ancient organization led by Roshan, to overcome adversity and seek answers. Basim's journey transforms him into a Master Assassin.
Gameplay: Focused on returning to the series' stealth roots, Mirage emphasizes parkour, stealth, and assassinations. Combat is simplified, encouraging players to rely on stealth-heavy exploration and well-timed attacks.
Setting and Historical Context: The game showcases a dense and vibrant city with four unique districts, inspired by real-world historical landmarks and locations such as the Round City.
Characters and Supporting Cast: Basim's mentor Roshan guides him, while other characters like Nehal, Ali (leader of the Zanj rebellion), and Basim himself each play a role in the narrative.
Game Reception: Critics such as IGN have praised the game for returning to the series' origins with a smaller, tighter gameplay focus but also noted relatively simple plot and characters compared to previous titles.
Systems: Assassin's Creed Mirage was released on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and other supported platforms.
Game Mechanics: Players can unlock additional content through the Deluxe Edition and the Prince of Persia-inspired Deluxe Pack, which includes additional experience features such as outfits, weapon sets, and mount skins.
Mirage aims to rekindle the spirit of earlier installments in the Assassin's Creed series while providing a modern take on the franchise's core gameplay.