Assassin's Creed Mirage Review (GRIG)
Assassin’s Creed Mirage brings the series back to its roots, which is great for anyone who loved the older games. Set in 9th-century Baghdad, this game feels like a throwback to the classic Assassin's Creed formula, focusing more on stealth, parkour, and assassinations rather than the huge RPG-style worlds from recent entries like Valhalla or Odyssey.
What’s Good:
1. Awesome Setting:
Baghdad looks stunning. The city is full of life, from busy markets to narrow alleyways and towering buildings. It’s not as big as some of the recent games, but it’s packed with detail and really gives you the vibe of the time period.
2. Stealth is Back:
If you miss the days of sneaking around and planning the perfect kill, Mirage has you covered. It feels like old-school Assassin’s Creed—blend into crowds, parkour across rooftops, and use the environment to your advantage. The assassinations are a lot of fun to pull off.
3. Focused Story:
The game follows Basim (you might remember him from Valhalla), and the story is much more tight and personal. It’s a straightforward, engaging plot without the massive bloat of side quests and grindy missions.
4. Simple Progression:
Gone are the overwhelming RPG elements. You don’t have to worry about grinding levels or a huge skill tree. The upgrade system is much simpler, which makes the game feel more accessible and keeps the focus on the action.
5. Great Atmosphere:
The sound, music, and voice acting all help create an immersive world. Whether you’re running across rooftops or walking through the crowded streets, the sound design really pulls you into the experience.
What’s Not So Great:
1. Smaller Scale:
If you loved the gigantic open worlds in the last few Assassin’s Creed games, this one might feel a bit small. The world is more compact, and there aren’t as many side activities to do. That said, the tighter focus works well for this kind of game.
2. Combat is Just Okay:
While the stealth mechanics are solid, the combat isn’t very deep. It gets the job done, but it doesn’t have the complexity or challenge of some other action games. If you prefer fighting over sneaking, you might find the combat a bit repetitive.
3. Minor Bugs:
There are a few bugs and technical issues, like frame drops in busy areas or the occasional visual glitch. Nothing too serious, but it can be a bit distracting at times.
4. Not Much New:
Mirage is more of a return to basics than a game that introduces a lot of new stuff. It plays it safe, so if you’re looking for fresh ideas or big changes to the series, you might not find them here.
Should You Play It?
If you’ve been missing the older style of Assassin’s Creed, Mirage will feel like a breath of fresh air. It’s a shorter, more focused game that brings back the stealth and parkour we loved from the early days. However, if you prefer the giant open-world RPGs of recent games, this one might feel a bit too stripped down.
Overall, it’s a solid return to form, but it’s not going to blow your mind with innovation. It’s great for a more focused, old-school assassin experience.
Rating: 8/10