Assassin's Creed Mirage returns to its roots, but not quite. Ubisoft confirmed major stealth changes and a mine

Assassin's Creed Mirage is meant to be a gift for long-time fans of the series. A relatively small world and classic gameplay are expected

Assassin's Creed Mirage is planned for release in 2023 on PC and consoles. The developers are gradually revealing some details about the project.

For example, Assassin's Creed Mirage protagonist Basim will be able to use a detection mine. When triggered, this mine should release a cloud of smoke (it seems the detection mine was already shown in the trailer). 

There will also be an opportunity to shoot an enemy with a dart (from a blowpipe). The arsenal will also include items from older entries in the Assassin's Creed series.

Although Assassin's Creed Mirage returns to the roots of the series, Ubisoft will still update the gameplay. Creative Director Stéphane Boudon said: “For stealth, we also reworked the stealth tools and how they evolve. Some of them are legacy tools (the smoke bomb, throwing knives) that you already know well, but the team worked on specific upgrades that will allow you to reinvent them...”.

The crowd blending mechanic has been reworked for Assassin's Creed Mirage. Basim will only blend in if there are at least three NPCs nearby. This version of the mechanic is described as harder to master and less predictable, but much more engaging (providing better immersion into the gameplay).