Summary
A new report has claimed thatAssassin’s Creed Mirageis set to get story DLC more than a year after its release.Assassin’s Creed Miragelaunched back in October 2023, and with the impending release ofShadows, most assumed that Ubisoft was done with the game.
Prior to its release,Assassin’s Creed Miragewas touted as a return to the series' rootsby Ubisoft. The previous titles inAssassin’s Creed Origins,Odyssey, andValhallahad all adopted a new RPG approach, with huge sprawling maps for players to explore. This was not to every player’s taste, and many pined for the early days, when the games felt far more stripped back in their approach. Overall,Assassin’s Creed Miragereceived positive reviews from critics, with most feeling it lived up to the promises of its pre-release period.
A new report from French outletLes Echoshas claimed that Ubisoft has struck a surprise deal with Saudi company Savvy Games Group to produce additional content forAssassin’s Creed Mirage. According to the report, Ubisoft’s Yves Guillemot met with the company at a recent meeting in Saudi Arabia, where the deal came together. Previously,Assassin’s Creed Miragedid not have any story DLC, although it did have cosmetic downloads available for purchase. ConsideringMiragelaunched back in October 2023, it was definitely fair for gamers to assume that Ubisoft was done with the game.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage Could Be Getting Story DLC
The exact nature of the DLC has not been revealed. Presumably, it will be more story DLC expanding on Basim’s story, although details on length are currently unclear. It isn’t known either which studio will be developing the DLC. The game’s original developer, Ubisoft Bordeaux, is currently busy working on thefirst expansion forAssassin’s Creed Shadows, but it’s certainly possible that it could return toMiragefor the rumored expansion. It’s worth reiterating that this is very much a rumor right now, so it should be taken with a pinch of salt until Ubisoft confirms the existence ofAssassin’s Creed MirageDLC.
2025 is set to be a big year for theAssassin’s Creedfranchise. The upcoming release ofAssassin’s Creed Shadowsis important for Ubisoft, given its recent struggles, meaning there’s extra pressure for the game to be received positively by players and critics alike. It’s no secret that Ubisoft has multipleAssassin’s Creedprojects in development at the moment, but the degree to which gamers will hear about them in 2025 remains to be seen.
Assassin’s Creed: Mirage
WHERE TO PLAY
Play as a cunning young street thief seeking answers in this majestic Middle Eastern open world. Experience the home of the original Assassins in this exciting new narrative-driven, open world adventure. 15 years since the first Assassin’s Creed redefined adventure, experience the franchises' trademark parkour and stealth like never before - in Assasin’s Creed Mirage. In this smaller scale, back to basics Assassin’s caper, you play Basim, a young street thief seeking answers. Roam the richly-detailed, reactive and vibrant streets of 9th century Baghdad, uncovering the mysteries of the past as you fight to secure your future. Stalk the shadows. Become the ultimate assassin.
