Critics from around the world welcomed the latest entry in the Assassin’s Creed series, Mirage, with positive notes on its debut. The consensus on Metacritic reflects a generally favorable reception from reviewers across platforms.
The Xbox Series X version of Assassin’s Creed Mirage earned a score of 78 out of 100 based on 25 reviews, while the PlayStation 5 and PC versions posted similar results, each at 77 out of 100 from 75 and 15 reviews respectively.
Set shortly before the events of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Mirage places players in the role of Basim, a street thief who ascends to the rank of assassin. The narrative follows a focused, character-driven arc rather than a sprawling open world, inviting players into a tighter, more linear stealth experience.
Many journalists praise Mirage for returning the series to its roots, emphasizing a more guided and story-centric approach. Unlike some previous installments that leaned into expansive exploration and RPG elements, Mirage emphasizes streamlined missions and precise stealth action. Some reviewers critique the title for monotonous segments, a perceived low AI challenge from computer opponents, and graphics that some find underwhelming compared with others in the genre.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage launched on October 5, 2023, with availability across PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. In addition to these platforms, the game was released on iOS later in the year, expanding access for mobile players.
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