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Review of Assassin's Creed Mirage on Xbox Series X/S

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Oct 2023
Cover image of Assassin's Creed Mirage on Xbox Series X/S
Gamefings Score: 8
Released: 05 Oct 2023
Genre: Action-Adventure
Developer: Ubisoft Bordeaux
Publisher: Ubisoft

Introduction

Ahoy, fellow gamers! Grab your hidden blades and prepare for parkour madness, because "Assassin's Creed Mirage" is here to whisk you away to 9th-century Baghdad. In this delightful slice of history, we follow our favorite street thief-turned-assassin, Basim, as he battles the all-too-relatable dilemma of finding himself-while fighting way too many Templars. So buckle up! Let's tie our hoods and dive into this gloriously nostalgic ride.

Gameplay

In Mirage, the gameplay is delightfully simple compared to the RPG heavyweights we've seen in previous titles. It's almost like the developers said, 'You know what? Let's get back to basics with stealth and assassination!' Think less grinding for loot and more sneaking around rooftops. The missions adopt a 'Black Box' design style, reminiscent of earlier games, meaning you get to decide how to dispatch your mark. Do you spring from the shadows like a ninja? Or do you hurl a smoke bomb and chaotically stab everyone in sight? (Pro tip: the first option is probably less likely to land you in jail).

Graphics

Now, let's talk about those visuals, shall we? The textures are as vibrant as a TikTok influencer's haircut. Baghdad is bustling with life and all the ambiance you can shake a hidden blade at. Each district is distinct, cleverly designed and captures the chaotic beauty of its time. You can almost taste the baklava through your screen-well, not literally, but you get the idea. The animations during parkour are smoother than my attempts at a gym class, which is a huge bonus. Or maybe I'm just trying too hard...

Conclusion

In conclusion, "Assassin's Creed Mirage" is definitely a worthy addition to the franchise. It's a charming dive back into simpler gameplay without sacrificing depth, reminding us all that you don't need to role-play a Viking half the time to have fun. So if you're yearning to relive the glory days of sneaky assassins while thwarting evil plans in ancient Baghdad, get your hands on this gem! Is it perfect? No, but I mean, come on, if you can stealthily take down a group of guards while looking absolutely fabulous in your assassin gear, is life ever truly perfect? Go ahead, be an assassin. Just remember: the first rule of the Assassins? Don't forget to have fun!

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