ASSASSIN’S CREED: MIRAGE (PS4)

Assassin’s Creed Mirage (PlayStation 4) is a stealth-action adventure game developed by Ubisoft Bordeaux and published by Ubisoft, designed as a return to the series’ classic gameplay style focused on stealth, parkour, and assassinations.

Set in 9th-century Baghdad during the Islamic Golden Age, the game follows Basim Ibn Ishaq, a young street thief who becomes a member of the Hidden Ones. His journey explores his transformation into a skilled assassin while uncovering a deeper mystery tied to his past.

Unlike recent RPG-heavy entries in the series, Mirage focuses on a more compact, narrative-driven experience with a dense urban environment. Players navigate the bustling streets of Baghdad, using stealth, blending into crowds, and executing precise assassinations.

Gameplay emphasizes classic Assassin’s Creed mechanics such as rooftop parkour, stealth infiltration, disguise systems, and “black box” assassination missions where players can choose multiple approaches to eliminate targets.

Combat is more deliberate and lethal compared to modern entries, encouraging avoidance and strategic strikes rather than prolonged battles. The game rewards careful planning, observation, and timing.

Core features include:

• Story-driven stealth-action adventure
• Set in detailed 9th-century Baghdad
• Play as Basim, a member of the Hidden Ones
• Classic parkour, stealth, and assassination gameplay
• Dense city design with reactive NPCs and districts
• Multiple approaches to missions and targets