New Assassin’s Creed Mirage gameplay confirms October release

Ubisoft has premiered a new Assassin’s Creed Mirage gameplay video and confirmed a release date of October 12, 2023.

Announced last year, Mirage takes place in 9th century Baghdad and is described as a “special tribute to the first Assassin’s Creed”.

“In this gameplay trailer, you will continue to follow the journey of Basim, one of the most versatile and resourceful Assassins in franchise history,” wrote associate director Maïté Hayet.

“Some new features that can be seen in the gameplay trailer are the Assassin’s Focus, which allows Basim to mark and assassinate several targets in a row. You also will get classic Assassin tools such as throwing knives and smoke bombs.

“We also have a brand-new parkour ingredient, the Pole Vault. You can see Basim’s singular playstyle in action and the exciting Assassin playground that the city of Baghdad provides to our hero.”

He added: “Staying true to his Hidden Ones training, Basim generally favors quiet movements and a discreet approach to hunt and strike his targets.

“As part of its Blackbox missions, the game provides various opportunities for Basim to leverage and help him make his way to his targets: which flavor will you choose?”