Assassin’s Creed Mirage arrives on PC and consoles today. The game heralds a return to form for the franchise, with Ubisoft ditching the open world objective system of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla for a more concise experience similar to those of the earlier Assassin’s Creed titles. If you’re looking to dive into Baghdad today, below you’ll find all the details you need to know.

In Assassin’s Creed Mirage, you take on the role of Basim. A cunning street thief, Basim struggles with nightmarish visions leading him to seek answers. Players will join an ancient organisation and come to understand a new creed. Does this sound relatively familiar? For hardened Assassin’s Creed fans, it should.

AC Mirage promises to deliver a modern take on the features and gameplay that have defined the franchise for 15 years. Gone is the map icon spam, and instead players will find a game the harnesses what made Assassin’s Creed a unique experience. The game has been well received by critics, and today it’s the turn of the players to decide if AC Mirage can live up to its predecessors.

Assassin's Creed Mirage screenshot

Is Assassin’s Creed Mirage a full game?

Assassin’s Creed Mirage is the latest title in the Assassin’s Creed series, and is a full game release. There have been numerous spin-off titles over the years, such as the Assassin’s Creed Chronicles series and the forthcoming Assassin’s Creed Nexus VR, however Assassin’s Creed Mirage is the latest in the main line of titles that include the original Assassin’s Creed, the AC II trilogy, and AC IV: Black Flag.

How many hours is AC Mirage?

As AC Mirage has only been in the hands of a small number of players thus far, opinions on how many hours of gameplay are in the game are varied. According to HowLongtoBeat.com, the main story of Assassin’s Creed Mirage can be beaten in 11 hours. However, other reports are saying it’s closer the 15 hours. And then we have a substantial amount of side quests.

However, even with this additional content, the total package is far less than many of the bigger Assassin’s Creed titles. Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, for example, weighs in ate around 45 hours. However, that’s not to say there’s less value for money in AC Mirage. The series is known for having become bloated, and AC Mirage isn’t cutting the main content, but rather trimming the fat.

Is the Assassin’s Creed Mirage released?

Assassin’s Creed Mirage launches today, 5th October, 2023. The game is available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Amazon Luna. It will also launch on PC, available via Steam and the Epic Store.

For PC gamers, be sure to check out the Assassin’s Creed Mirage PC requirements before purchase.

If you’re purchasing the game digitally, you’ll be wanting to know exactly when you can play! Here’s the global unlock times for Assassin’s Creed Mirage:

Assassin’s Creed Mirage global launch timings

Los Angeles
PC: October 4, 10pm PDT
Consoles: October 5, 12 am PDT

Montreal
PC: October 5, 1am EDT
Consoles: October 5, 12 am EDT

New York
PC: October 5, 1am EDT
Consoles: October 5, 12 am EDT

Mexico City
PC: October 4, 12am CST
Consoles: October 5, 12 am CST

São Paulo
PC: October 5, 2am BRT
Consoles: October 5, 12 am BRT

London
PC: October 5, 12am BST
Consoles: October 5, 12 am BST

Paris
PC: October 5, 1am CEST
Consoles: October 5, 12am CEST

Stockholm
PC: October 5, 1am CEST
Consoles: October 5, 12am CEST

Kyiv
PC: October 5, 2am EEST
Consoles: October 5, 12 am EEST

Abu Dhabi
PC: October 5, 3am GST
Consoles: October 5, 12 am GST

Johannesburg
PC: October 5, 1am SAST
Consoles: October 5, 12 am SAST

Shanghai
PC: October 4, 9pm CST
Consoles: October 5, 12 am CST

Tokyo
PC: October 4, 10pm JST
Consoles: October 5, 12 am JST

Seoul
PC: October 4, 10pm KST
Consoles: October 5, 12 am KST

Sydney
PC: October 5, 12am AEDT
Consoles: October 5, 12 am AEDT

What’s in the AC Mirage Launch Edition?

There are two editions of AC Mirage available from today: the AC Mirage Launch Edition and the Deluxe Edition. The contents of each are detailed below:

AC Mirage Launch Edition Contents:

  • Assassin’s Creed Mirage base game.
  • Baghdad map.
  • Set of three lithographs.

AC Mirage Deluxe Edition Content:

  • Assassin’s Creed Mirage base game.
  • Prince of Persia inspired outfit.
  • Eagle & mount skins.
  • Additional weapons.
  • Digital artbook.
  • Digital soundtrack.

Is Assassin’s Creed Mirage on Nintendo Switch?

Assassin’s Creed Mirage is not available on Nintendo Switch. At the time of writing, there is no sign it will ever be released for the device. However, historically Ubisoft has a strong relationship with Nintendo, in particular in support of new device launches. There’s every chance Ubisoft are lining-up titles for the Nintendo Switch successor, currently expected to launch in 2024. Could AC Mirage be part of that line-up? Only time will tell.

Are you an Assassin’s Creed fan looking forward to a return of the classic series gameplay? Let us know your thoughts on the latest edition in the comments below!

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