In a dramatic twist, Ubisoft has decided to bring its PC games to Steam after years of exclusive distribution through the Epic Games Store and its own platform. The journey begins with the highly anticipated release of last year’s masterpiece, Assassin’s Creed Mirage.
Delightful news was shared on X (formerly known as Twitter) over the weekend, announcing the imminent arrival of Mirage on Steam to coincide with its one-year celebration on October 5. The store page is already active, allowing eager fans to wishlist the game before its official launch.
A noteworthy detail worth mentioning is that although Mirage can be played without requiring a separate Ubisoft Connect download, a Ubisoft Connect Launcher account will be necessary, as per the information provided on the Steam page.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage is primed to grace Steam later this month, beckoning players to add it to their wishlist posthaste! The excitement mounts as we commemorate the inaugural anniversary, eagerly anticipating the arrival of more devoted fans to this immersive experience set in 9th century Baghdad.
Mirage unveils the tale of Basim, an enigmatic character introduced in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, as he embarks on a quest to unearth his origins while honing his skills as an assassin. Unlike its predecessors, Mirage offers a more compact narrative, returning to the beloved stealth-oriented gameplay reminiscent of the series before Origins.
Nonetheless, as observed by Moyens I/O’s Tomas Franzese, the game falls short of revitalizing the revered franchise. “Initially, Assassin’s Creed Mirage appears to follow the traditional playbook of earlier installments, yet it lacks the fervor and ingenuity required to elevate it to a truly memorable chapter.”
Perhaps a concise, vintage escapade is just the ticket before the delayed launch of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, rescheduled from November 15, 2024, to February 14, 2025. Ubisoft cites the delay as an opportunity for the developers to further enhance and refine the gameplay experience, coinciding with an executive decision to implement changes following lower-than-expected sales of the recent open-world action RPG, Star Wars Outlaws.
The publisher also reveals plans to revert to early Steam releases for upcoming titles, while discontinuing the season pass model. The winds of change are blowing at Ubisoft, promising a new era of gaming excellence and innovation on the horizon.
