Assassin's Creed Mirage Brings Back Classic Gameplay

Ubisoft has finally revealed a gameplay trailer for the highly-anticipated Assassin's Creed Mirage during Sony's PlayStation Showcase event. Despite keeping details about the latest entry in the Assassin's Creed franchise under wraps since its official unveiling last year, the latest trailer offers a glimpse of what fans can expect from the game.

One of the most exciting things about Assassin's Creed Mirage is the idea that it will be a return to form for the franchise, reminiscent of its early games. This theme, combined with the numerous rumors and leaks surrounding the game, has built up anticipation among fans. Luckily, the latest trailer for Assassin's Creed Mirage suggests that Ubisoft may be trying to replicate the experience of the pre-RPG era of the franchise.

In the official gameplay trailer, players were given a glimpse of the protagonist Basim as he navigated the streets of medieval Baghdad. The gameplay heavily focused on stealth, parkour, and assassinations, showcasing a modern take on the classic Assassin's Creed games with a tone and gameplay reminiscent of Altair and Ezio. Fans were also introduced to some exciting new abilities, such as Assassin Focus, which allows Basim to mark and assassinate multiple targets in a row, and the Pole Vault, a new parkour element. Ubisoft also confirmed that the title will be released on October 12, putting to rest previous rumors about the Assassin's Creed Mirage release date.

This teaser comes at a crucial time when Ubisoft is doubling down on the Assassin's Creed franchise, following a disappointing 2022 that saw a significant drop in revenue and net bookings. To reverse this trend, Ubisoft plans to expand its Assassin's Creed development time by up to 40% over the next year. While this move shows the company's confidence in the franchise, it remains to be seen how it will affect the future of the series.

In addition to Assassin's Creed Mirage, Ubisoft is currently developing multiple entries for the series. One of the upcoming titles is set in feudal Japan, while another takes place in Central Europe during the 16th century witch trials. Ubisoft is also working on a hub-based project known as Assassin's Creed Infinity, although details on this project remain scarce. Judging by the latest gameplay trailer for Assassin's Creed Mirage, it's clear that fans can expect an exciting future for the franchise. The game will be available on October 12, 2023 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.