Assassin Creed Mirage Gameplay Video
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Assassin Creed Mirage Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | Ubisoft Anvil |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Stealth |
| Initial Release | 2023-10-05 |
| Developer | Ubisoft Bordeaux |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Setting | 9th Century Baghdad (Golden Age of Islam), Alamut |
| Perspective | Third-Person |
| Platforms | PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Windows PC (Ubisoft Store, Epic Games Store, Steam), Amazon Luna, iOS (iPhone 15 Pro/Max, compatible iPads) |
| Multiplayer | Single-player Only |
| Unique Feature | Return to classic Assassin's Creed gameplay focusing on stealth, parkour, and a linear narrative; detailed recreation of 9th-century Baghdad; Basim's origin story. |
Assassin Creed Mirage System Requirements
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tune Minimum (Target: 1080p, 30 FPS, Low Preset) – Low Preset. Upscaling may improve stability.
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tune Recommended (Target: 1080p, 60 FPS, High Preset) – High Preset. Upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS 'Quality' or 'Balanced') can help maintain stable 60 FPS.
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tune Enthusiast (Target: 1440p (2K), 60 FPS, High Preset) – High Preset, Upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS 'Quality' or 'Balanced') recommended.
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tune Ultra (Target: 2160p (4K), 60 FPS, Ultra High Preset) – Ultra High Preset, Upscaling (DLSS/FSR/XeSS 'Performance' or 'Ultra Performance') essential.
Assassin Creed Mirage Laptop Recommendations
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Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_1080p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset. Upscaling may improve stability.).
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Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_1080p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset. Upscaling may improve stability.).
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Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_1080p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset. Upscaling may improve stability.).
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Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_1080p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset. Upscaling may improve stability.).
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Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_1080p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset. Upscaling may improve stability.).
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Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_1080p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset. Upscaling may improve stability.).
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Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_1080p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset. Upscaling may improve stability.).
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Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_1080p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset. Upscaling may improve stability.).
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Meets criteria for tier: Minimum_1080p_30FPS_Low - Minimum (Low Preset. Upscaling may improve stability.).
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Core Requirements
- desktop_windowsOperating System: Windows 10 / Windows 11 (64-bit versions only)
A 64-bit version of Windows 10 or Windows 11 is required.
- save_altStorage Note: 40 GB available space (SSD Mandatory)
An SSD is required for installation and optimal performance, ensuring fast load times and smooth asset streaming in the detailed city of Baghdad.
settings_applications Optimization Notes:
Upscaling: Supports Intel XeSS, NVIDIA DLSS, and AMD FSR. Utilizing these is recommended to boost performance, especially at higher resolutions or settings.
Key Settings: Resolution, Texture Quality, Shadows, Clutter, World Detail, and Anti-Aliasing are key settings affecting performance.
Assassin Creed Mirage: Map Size and Regions
Assassin's Creed Mirage features a smaller, more focused open world compared to recent entries like Valhalla or Odyssey. The primary setting is the dense and vibrant city of Baghdad, divided into four main districts: Karkh (industrial), Abbasiyah (cultural center), Harbiyah (densely populated residential), and the iconic Round City (administrative center). The game also includes the surrounding wilderness and the Hidden Ones' fortress of Alamut. The map size of Baghdad is comparable to AC Unity's Paris or AC Revelations' Constantinople (approx. 2.30 km² for the city itself, with the total explorable area being larger but not on the scale of massive RPGs).
Assassin Creed Mirage: Post-Launch Content / DLC
Ubisoft has stated that Mirage was designed as a standalone experience with no plans for major story DLC. However, the game received post-launch updates including a New Game Plus mode and a permadeath (Full Synchronization Challenge) mode, as well as various cosmetic packs.
Assassin Creed Mirage: Game Editions
Available editions include: Standard Edition (base game), Deluxe Edition (includes Deluxe Pack with a Prince of Persia-inspired outfit, eagle and mount skins, weapons, and access to digital artbook & soundtrack via a dedicated website), and a Collector's Case (physical edition including the Deluxe Edition content, a Basim figurine, Steelbook case, map of Baghdad, a replica of Basim's brooch, mini-artbook, and selected soundtrack CD).
Assassin Creed Mirage: Cross-Platform / Crossplay
Assassin's Creed Mirage is a single-player game, so cross-play is not applicable. Cross-progression for save games and owned content is supported across platforms via a Ubisoft Connect account.
Assassin Creed Mirage Specific Game Elements
Assassin Creed Mirage Weapons
- securityBlowdart (Ranged Tactical Tool)
Used to silently apply various effects to targets, such as sleep, berserk, or poison, from a distance. Requires ammunition (darts).
- securityDagger (Secondary Melee / Tool)
A secondary weapon often used in conjunction with the sword or for specific combat maneuvers. Can also be used for stealth takedowns or as a utility tool.
- securityHidden Blade (Primary Assassination Tool)
The iconic weapon of the Assassins, used for stealthy and instant assassinations on unaware or vulnerable targets.
- securityNoisemaker Darts / Whistle (Distraction Tool)
Used to lure guards away from their posts or investigate specific locations, creating openings for stealthy passage or takedowns.
- securitySmoke Bombs (Tactical Tool)
Creates a cloud of smoke to obscure vision, allowing Basim to escape combat, break line of sight, or perform stealth assassinations. Upgradable for larger radius or longer duration.
- securitySword (One-Handed) (Primary Melee Weapon)
Basim's main weapon for open combat, used for attacking, parrying, and dodging. Various swords with different stats and appearances can be acquired and upgraded.
- securityThrowing Knives (Ranged Throwable Tool)
Silent ranged weapons for eliminating enemies from a distance, creating distractions, or hitting weak points. Can be upgraded for increased capacity or damage.
- securityTraps (Tactical Tool)
Deployable traps that can incapacitate or damage enemies who trigger them. Useful for setting up ambushes or securing escape routes.
Assassin Creed Mirage Vehicles
- directions_carCamel (Mount / Land Traversal)
An alternative mount suitable for desert environments surrounding Baghdad, offering a thematic means of transportation.
- directions_carHorse (Mount / Land Traversal)
Available for faster travel across the larger stretches of land outside the dense city center of Baghdad and for journeying to locations like Alamut.
- directions_carSmall Boats (Dhows/Skiffs) (Water Traversal)
Used for navigating the rivers and canals within and around Baghdad, providing alternative routes for infiltration or travel.
Assassin Creed Mirage Characters
- personAli ibn Muhammad - Leader of the Zanj Rebellion / Ally
A historical figure and the charismatic leader of the Zanj Rebellion against the Abbasid Caliphate. Basim and the Hidden Ones interact with him and his cause.
- personBasim Ibn Ishaq - Protagonist / Hidden One (playable)
A former street thief from Anbar who is recruited into the Hidden Ones in Baghdad. Players follow his journey as he trains to become a Master Assassin, grapples with his past, nightmarish visions, and uncovers conspiracies within the city. He is the player character.
- personEnkidu - Eagle Companion
Basim's Bonelli's eagle companion. Used for scouting the environment, marking enemies and points of interest from above. Cannot directly attack enemies but is essential for reconnaissance.
- personFuladh - Hidden One / Bureau Leader
A fellow Hidden One and leader of one of the Assassin Bureaus in Baghdad. Works alongside Basim and Roshan.
- personNehal - Childhood Friend / Confidante
Basim's close childhood friend from Anbar. She is independent, distrustful of the Hidden Ones, and encourages Basim to investigate the mysteries of his visions and the artifacts sought by the Order. Plays a crucial role in Basim's personal story and his connection to the Isu Loki.
- personOrder of the Ancients Members - Antagonists / Templar Precursors
The primary antagonistic faction, the precursors to the Templar Order. They have infiltrated the highest levels of power in Baghdad and seek ancient Isu artifacts to further their goals of control. Basim is tasked with identifying and eliminating key members.
- personRoshan bint-La'Ahad - Mentor / Master Assassin
A senior member and Master Assassin of the Hidden Ones, originally from Persia. She serves as Basim's stern and wise mentor, guiding his training and operations in Baghdad. Voiced by Shohreh Aghdashloo.
Top 3 Characters:
Ibn Ishaq: The protagonist, whose journey from street thief to Master Assassin is the core of the game. 2. Roshan: Basim's stern but skilled mentor in the Hidden Ones, voiced by Shohreh Aghdashloo. 3. Nehal: Basim's childhood friend, who plays a significant role in his early life and internal conflicts.
Assassin Creed Mirage Missions / Objectives
- flagAssassination Contracts (Bureau Investigations)
Objective: Identifying and eliminating key members of the Order of the Ancients who have infiltrated Baghdad. These often feature 'black box' mission design, allowing players multiple ways to gather clues, plan their approach, and execute their targets using stealth, tools, and environmental opportunities.
- flagDervis' Artifacts Retrieval
Objective: Pickpocketing valuable artifacts from specific NPCs for Dervis, a merchant, in exchange for upgrade materials, resources, or skill points.
- flagLost Books Collection
Objective: Finding a series of lost books scattered across Baghdad for Al-Jahiz, which rewards the player with skill points and potentially unique gear upon completion of the set.
- flagMain Story Quests (Basim's Journey)
Objective: A series of narrative-driven missions following Basim's transformation from a street thief to a Master Assassin within the Hidden Ones. This involves training in Alamut, undertaking contracts in Baghdad, investigating the Order of the Ancients, and uncovering secrets about his past and visions.
- flagTales of Baghdad
Objective: Short, optional side missions found throughout the city that tell self-contained stories about the citizens of Baghdad, offering insights into their lives and the culture of the era. Completing them often yields minor rewards.
Top 3 Missions/Objectives (Conceptual based on game structure):
Box' Assassination Missions: Investigating and eliminating key members of the Order of the Ancients, with multiple avenues for infiltration, information gathering, and execution. 2. Joining the Hidden Ones: Early story missions detailing Basim's recruitment and training in Alamut. 3. Unraveling Basim's Past: Missions focused on Basim's personal story, his visions, and his connection to the larger Assassin's Creed lore.
Assassin Creed Mirage Companions / Summons
- groupEnkidu (Bonelli's Eagle)
Ability: Basim's loyal eagle companion. Enkidu can be used to scout the environment from above, tag enemies, identify objectives, locate collectibles, and find hidden entrances. Cannot directly attack enemies but is an invaluable tool for reconnaissance and planning.
Assassin Creed Mirage Collectibles
- collections_bookmarkDervis' Artifacts
Location/Use: Valuable artifacts that Basim can pickpocket from specific NPCs throughout Baghdad. Returning these to Dervis provides rewards like upgrade materials or skill points.
- collections_bookmarkEnigmas
Location/Use: Map-based riddles or cryptic drawings found in the world that players must decipher to locate a hidden treasure, typically an outfit dye, a talisman, or a weapon/outfit upgrade schematic.
- collections_bookmarkGear Chests
Location/Use: Chests containing new weapons (swords, daggers) or outfits for Basim. These are often found in restricted areas or guarded locations and may require solving small environmental puzzles to access.
- collections_bookmarkHistorical Sites
Location/Use: Interactive points scattered throughout Baghdad and its surroundings that provide detailed information about the history, culture, art, and daily life during the Islamic Golden Age.
- collections_bookmarkLost Books
Location/Use: Collectible texts hidden across the map. Collecting them all often leads to a reward, such as a unique outfit or weapon, and provides additional lore.
- collections_bookmarkMysterious Shards
Location/Use: Special collectibles found in heavily guarded chests, usually requiring a key or specific conditions to open. Used to unlock powerful Isu gear in a hidden location.
- collections_bookmarkTales of Baghdad
Location/Use: Short, self-contained side stories involving unique characters and situations, offering insights into the lives of Baghdad's inhabitants and often providing small rewards.
Top 3 Collectibles:
Sites: Interactive points providing lore and historical context about Baghdad and its Golden Age. 2. Lost Books: Collectible texts scattered throughout the city, often leading to rewards or further knowledge. 3. Enigmas: Map-based riddles or clues that lead to hidden treasures, outfits, or dyes.
Assassin Creed Mirage Armor
- shieldDeluxe Pack Outfit (Prince of Persia inspired)
Focus/Stats: A cosmetic outfit included in the Deluxe Edition, inspired by the Prince of Persia series. Offers a unique visual style.
- shieldHidden One Outfit (Default)
Focus/Stats: Basim's initial attire as he joins the Hidden Ones. Offers a balance of protection and agility suitable for an Assassin. Can be upgraded.
- shieldVarious Outfits (Unlockable/Craftable)
Focus/Stats: Players can acquire multiple outfits throughout the game, each with a unique appearance and often providing specific passive perks or stat bonuses that cater to different playstyles (e.g., enhancing stealth, combat, or tool effectiveness). Outfits can typically be upgraded and some can be dyed.
Assassin Creed Mirage Clothing / Appearance
- checkroomDeluxe Edition Outfit (Prince of Persia Inspired)
Details: A unique cosmetic outfit included with the Deluxe Edition, themed after the Prince of Persia series. Includes matching weapon and mount skins.
- checkroomHidden One Robes
Details: Basim wears various iterations of the traditional Hidden One attire. These outfits can be upgraded to improve their perks and stats. Dyes can be applied to change the color scheme of most outfits.
- checkroomUnlockable Outfits
Details: Numerous distinct outfits can be unlocked through story progression, completing side content, finding collectibles (like Enigmas), or purchasing from merchants. Each often comes with specific passive bonuses tailored to stealth, combat, or utility.
Assassin Creed Mirage Other Features & Info
- labelMultiplayer Modes
Assassin's Creed Mirage is a strictly single-player experience. It does not feature any multiplayer or co-operative modes, aligning with its focus on a narrative-driven, classic Assassin's Creed adventure.
- labelUser Interface
Features a HUD that is reminiscent of older AC titles, with a focus on clarity for stealth and parkour. Includes a compass, notoriety indicator, health/tool indicators, and contextual prompts. The world map is detailed for Baghdad and its surroundings. Photo mode is available.
- labelSound and Music
The original score, composed by Brendan Angelides (with a track by Layth Sidiq), blends traditional Middle Eastern instrumentation with orchestral themes to create an authentic atmosphere for 9th-century Baghdad. Voice acting is available in multiple languages, including full Arabic localization for enhanced immersion.
- labelGraphics and Visuals
Utilizes an updated version of the Ubisoft Anvil engine to render a detailed and vibrant depiction of 9th-century Baghdad. Focuses on environmental density, historical accuracy in architecture, and character animations that support the fluid parkour and stealth gameplay. Supports modern graphical features on PC and current-gen consoles.
- labelAccessibility Features
Includes a range of accessibility options such as customizable controls (including keyboard and mouse), subtitle customization (size, background, speaker names), closed captions, adjustable HUD elements, aim assist, menu narration, and options to modify gameplay elements like guaranteed pickpocketing.
- labelStory and Setting
Set in 9th-century Baghdad during its Golden Age (specifically 861 CE, during the Anarchy at Samarra), twelve years before the events of Assassin's Creed Valhalla. The game follows Basim Ibn Ishaq, a young street thief with a troubled past and nightmarish visions. He joins the Hidden Ones in Alamut under the mentorship of Roshan, transforming into a Master Assassin while seeking answers and justice. The narrative explores his personal growth, his internal conflict, and his fight against the Order of the Ancients in Baghdad.
- labelSkills and Upgrades Overview (Basim's Abilities)
Basim's progression focuses on classic Assassin skills. Key abilities include advanced parkour, stealth mechanics (hiding in crowds, using shadows), and visceral assassinations. Players utilize a range of tools such as throwing knives, smoke bombs, blowdarts, noisemakers, and traps, all of which can be upgraded. A notable skill is 'Assassin Focus,' allowing Basim to slow time and mark multiple targets for chained assassinations. His eagle companion, Enkidu, can be used for scouting and marking enemies. Skill trees allow for specializing in Predator (stealth), Trickster (tools/deception), or Phantom (combat/focus) paths.
- labelTop 5 Weapons/Tools (Subjective/Iconic)
- 1. Hidden Blade: The quintessential Assassin weapon for silent takedowns. 2. Throwing Knives: Versatile for silent ranged takedowns or distractions. 3. Smoke Bombs: Essential for escaping combat, breaking line of sight, or creating opportunities for stealth. 4. Enkidu (Eagle Companion): For scouting areas, marking enemies, and identifying objectives. 5. Assassin Focus ability: For executing stylish and efficient multi-target assassinations.
- labelTop 3 Gameplay Mechanics
- 1. Stealth & Social Stealth: Emphasis on blending with crowds, using hiding spots, silent takedowns, and avoiding open conflict. Notoriety system encourages discreet play. 2. Parkour & Traversal: Fluid movement across the dense urban environment of Baghdad, utilizing ziplines, poles, and climbing to navigate rooftops and escape. 3. Assassin's Tools & Abilities: Leveraging a wide array of upgradable tools like throwing knives, smoke bombs, blowdarts, and the 'Assassin Focus' ability for tactical advantages in infiltration and assassination.
Assassin Creed Mirage Frequently Asked Questions
- help_outline When was Assassin's Creed Mirage released?Assassin's Creed Mirage was released on October 5, 2023.
- help_outline What is the setting of Assassin's Creed Mirage?The game is set in 9th-century Baghdad during the Golden Age of Islam, with players also visiting the Hidden Ones' fortress of Alamut.
- help_outline Who is the main character in Assassin's Creed Mirage?The protagonist is Basim Ibn Ishaq, a character first introduced in Assassin's Creed Valhalla. Mirage explores his origin story and transformation from a street thief into a Master Assassin.
- help_outline How does the gameplay of Mirage compare to recent Assassin's Creed titles?Mirage is a deliberate return to the series' roots, emphasizing stealth, parkour, and a more focused, linear narrative. It scales back the large open-world RPG elements found in games like Odyssey and Valhalla for a more classic Assassin's Creed experience.
- help_outline Is Assassin's Creed Mirage an open-world game?Yes, it features an open-world depiction of 9th-century Baghdad and its surrounding areas, including Alamut. However, the map is smaller and more densely packed compared to the vast worlds of recent AC RPGs, designed to facilitate classic parkour and stealth gameplay.
- help_outline Does Assassin's Creed Mirage have multiplayer or co-op?No, Assassin's Creed Mirage is a strictly single-player game with no multiplayer or co-operative modes.
- help_outline Are there any DLCs or post-launch story content for Mirage?Ubisoft has stated that there are no plans for major story DLC for Assassin's Creed Mirage. Post-launch updates have included features like New Game Plus and a permadeath mode.