Summary
Ubisoft releases update 1.0.6 forAssassin’s Creed Mirage, finally adding New Game Plus, while also making major improvements to the game’s parkour movement and introducing a unique version of Bayek’s Medjay outfit fromOrigins. Since its launch back in October,Assassin’s Creed Miragehas seen plenty of success for Ubisoft, likely thanks in large part to bringing the gameplay elements back to its roots. The shift in philosophy has not only resulted in positive word of mouth, butAssassin’s Creed Miragebecame the biggest sales launch for Ubisofton the PS5 and XBox Series X/S consoles.
Even as a single player experience, Ubisoft has made sure to keep the game updated with bug fixes, improvements, and also added content. While a true expansion isn’t expected, Ubisoft has continued toadd smaller post-launch content toAssassin’s Creed Mirage, with the promise of bigger features like New Game Plus to come. While Permadeath is still on the way, Update 1.0.6 has finally arrived and makes good on Ubisoft’s promise for a New Game Plus option.
Update 1.0.6. has finally arrived forAssassin’s Creed Mirage, with the biggest piece of the patch being a dedicated New Game Plus. Players can find this option from the Title Screen or Pause menu, and it allows the playthrough to directly skip the prologue and kick things off in Baghdad proper. As expected, the option will only be available on the main story has been completed on any difficulty and will allow the player to retain all of their currently collected skins, gear, and costumes. To entice players, Ubisoft also revealed Bayek’s Medjay outfit unlock for Basim, which is available for those starting a New Game Plus run, plus three additional dyes for it that become available throughout the run.
The patch also features a vast array of bug fixes both in general gameplay as well as fixing numerous quest related bugs. In addition,Ubisoft has also tweaked the Parkour mechanicsby increasing the back and side eject range which should allow Basim to quickly reach higher elevations while also crossing larger distances. The patch ranges in size from 2.03GB on the PS5, 4.76GB on Xbox Series X/S, and 5.03GB for PC players.
The addition of New Game Plus marks off a big fan requested feature for the game, though Ubisoft isn’t done yet. Back in November,Ubisoft teased upcoming content forAssassin’s Creed Mirage, not only confirming New Game Plus for December, but also confirming that another hgihly requested feature with Permadeath mode also arriving in December. Considering it’s not part of this update, it stands to reason that the next update could very well contain another new game mode for fans to check out.
NEW GAME PLUS
New Game Plusis coming to Assassin’s Creed Mirage!
Upon completing the main story on any difficulty, start a new game while keeping all collected skills and gear/costumes from your first playthrough.
Additional details:
NEW GAME PLUS REWARDS
Start a New Game Plus run and unlockBayek’s Medjayoutfit from Assassin’s Creed Origins.
The outfit comes withthree unique dyesthat will be unlocked throughout your new run, allowing you to revisit this iconic costume with unique styles!
PARKOUR IMPROVEMENTS TO SIDE AND BACK-EJECTS
The range of back and side ejects during parkour has been increased, allowing Basim to reach heights faster and cross bigger distances.
Assassin’s Creed: Mirage
WHERE TO PLAY
Play as a cunning young street thief seeking answers in this majestic Middle Eastern open world. Experience the home of the original Assassins in this exciting new narrative-driven, open world adventure. 15 years since the first Assassin’s Creed redefined adventure, experience the franchises' trademark parkour and stealth like never before - in Assasin’s Creed Mirage. In this smaller scale, back to basics Assassin’s caper, you play Basim, a young street thief seeking answers. Roam the richly-detailed, reactive and vibrant streets of 9th century Baghdad, uncovering the mysteries of the past as you fight to secure your future. Stalk the shadows. Become the ultimate assassin.
