Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed franchise has long walked the tightrope between historical accuracy and engaging gameplay. The latest entry in the series, 2023’s Assassin’s Creed Mirage, promises a back-to-basics approach, with a focus on 9th-century Baghdad and parkour-intensive gameplay.
While Ubisoft has gone to great lengths to simulate Baghdad as period-accurate as possible, like including the linguistic diversity of the city, studio historian Ralph Weyland admits that the developers had to take some liberties with historical depiction for gameplay purposes.
Ubisoft “Literally Moved Mountains” For Assassin’s Creed Mirage
The mountains in the background should be much further away, says Weyland.
In an interview with Game Rant, Weyland acknowledged that while Mirage strives for authenticity, certain elements had to be adjusted to “help gameplay.” One such instance is the surrounding mountains:
I can give you three quick examples. The first one is that when you’re in the city on the walls,...
While Ubisoft has gone to great lengths to simulate Baghdad as period-accurate as possible, like including the linguistic diversity of the city, studio historian Ralph Weyland admits that the developers had to take some liberties with historical depiction for gameplay purposes.
Ubisoft “Literally Moved Mountains” For Assassin’s Creed Mirage
The mountains in the background should be much further away, says Weyland.
In an interview with Game Rant, Weyland acknowledged that while Mirage strives for authenticity, certain elements had to be adjusted to “help gameplay.” One such instance is the surrounding mountains:
I can give you three quick examples. The first one is that when you’re in the city on the walls,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Ubisoft’s latest entry in the franchise, transports players back to the hustle and bustle of 9th-century Baghdad. Critics have praised the return to the series’ roots with its focus on parkour, hidden blade assassinations, and a smaller, more focused approach compared to the bloated Valhalla in 2020.
The newest Assassin’s Creed title may have flown under the radar among the other huge launches in the second half of 2023. However, one aspect of Mirage‘s historical accuracy deserves due credit.
A Medley Of Languages Was Key To Simulating Baghdad The busy streets of Baghdad in Assassin’s Creed Mirage have period-accurate linguistic diversity.
In an interview with Game Rant, Ubisoft historian Raphael Weyland highlighted the importance of portraying Baghdad’s multicultural identity in Mirage:
Yes, I really, really wanted to make sure that the city felt like it was inhabited by multiple people, people from multiple backgrounds.
The newest Assassin’s Creed title may have flown under the radar among the other huge launches in the second half of 2023. However, one aspect of Mirage‘s historical accuracy deserves due credit.
A Medley Of Languages Was Key To Simulating Baghdad The busy streets of Baghdad in Assassin’s Creed Mirage have period-accurate linguistic diversity.
In an interview with Game Rant, Ubisoft historian Raphael Weyland highlighted the importance of portraying Baghdad’s multicultural identity in Mirage:
Yes, I really, really wanted to make sure that the city felt like it was inhabited by multiple people, people from multiple backgrounds.
- 4/28/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Assassin’s Creed Red is the next upcoming addition to the timeless franchise, known for its rich historical settings and stealth-action gameplay. The highly anticipated title promises to introduce innovative gameplay mechanics and a fresh narrative, set in a brand-new setting.
Recent leaks and reports have given us glimpses into what players can expect, including the introduction of two protagonists and significant enhancements to the game’s engine and mechanics.
Assassin’s Creed Red Will Whisk Us Away to Feudal Japan Assassin’s Creed Red will introduce a plethora of new stealth mechanics.
Insider Gaming has uncovered exciting details about the development of Assassin’s Creed Red, giving us all a peek into its gameplay mechanics and engine evolution.
According to sources familiar with the project, the game will change things from the very foundation. It’s using an evolved version of the Anvil Pipeline engine. This move helps streamline development across multiple studios,...
Recent leaks and reports have given us glimpses into what players can expect, including the introduction of two protagonists and significant enhancements to the game’s engine and mechanics.
Assassin’s Creed Red Will Whisk Us Away to Feudal Japan Assassin’s Creed Red will introduce a plethora of new stealth mechanics.
Insider Gaming has uncovered exciting details about the development of Assassin’s Creed Red, giving us all a peek into its gameplay mechanics and engine evolution.
According to sources familiar with the project, the game will change things from the very foundation. It’s using an evolved version of the Anvil Pipeline engine. This move helps streamline development across multiple studios,...
- 3/2/2024
- by Vibha Hegde
- FandomWire
Assassin’s Creed Mirage releases on October 12, taking players to ninth-century Baghdad as they play as Basim, a young street thief turned master assassin. Ubisoft Forward revealed eight minutes of brand-new gameplay of Mirage showcasing reworked parkour, new stealth tools, and powerful abilities like Assassin’s Focus.
Creative Director Stéphane Boudon and Art Director Jean-Luc Sala break down all the details from the gameplay walkthrough here. About Assassin’s Creed Mirage: In Assassin’s Creed Mirage, you are Basim, a cunning street thief with nightmarish visions, seeking answers and justice. After an act of deadly retribution, Basim flees Baghdad and joins an ancient organization – The Hidden Ones. As he learns their mysterious rituals and powerful tenets, he will hone his unique abilities, discover his true nature, and come to understand a new Creed – one that will change his fate in ways he never could have imagined.
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Creative Director Stéphane Boudon and Art Director Jean-Luc Sala break down all the details from the gameplay walkthrough here. About Assassin’s Creed Mirage: In Assassin’s Creed Mirage, you are Basim, a cunning street thief with nightmarish visions, seeking answers and justice. After an act of deadly retribution, Basim flees Baghdad and joins an ancient organization – The Hidden Ones. As he learns their mysterious rituals and powerful tenets, he will hone his unique abilities, discover his true nature, and come to understand a new Creed – one that will change his fate in ways he never could have imagined.
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- 6/13/2023
- by Video-Games MCM
- Martin Cid Tech
While Ubisoft’s official plans for the future of the Assassin’s Creed franchise remain somewhat mysterious and strangely complicated, a new series of rumors strongly suggest that the 2023 Assassin’s Creed game will feature a somewhat surprising setting that may represent the game’s broader creative direction.
Several days ago, French YouTuber j0nathan posted a video of what he claimed to be leaked information on the next Assassin’s Creed game. His findings (translated here by Twitter user Rebs Gaming) painted a promising picture. According to j0nathan, the upcoming entry is currently known as Assassin’s Creed Mirage and will release sometime between April and June of 2023.
While we knew (or strongly suspected) some of that information already, the arguably highlight of this apparent leak is the information related to the next Assassin’s Creed game’s rumored setting. J0nathan claims the game will take place in Baghdad between 860 and...
Several days ago, French YouTuber j0nathan posted a video of what he claimed to be leaked information on the next Assassin’s Creed game. His findings (translated here by Twitter user Rebs Gaming) painted a promising picture. According to j0nathan, the upcoming entry is currently known as Assassin’s Creed Mirage and will release sometime between April and June of 2023.
While we knew (or strongly suspected) some of that information already, the arguably highlight of this apparent leak is the information related to the next Assassin’s Creed game’s rumored setting. J0nathan claims the game will take place in Baghdad between 860 and...
- 8/30/2022
- by Matthew Byrd
- Den of Geek
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