Assassin’s Creed fans have long held a special place in their hearts for the Egyptian adventure of Assassin’s Creed Origins. Beyond the brilliant portrayal of Bayek, what truly captivated players was the breathtaking cinematic design and atmosphere that defined the experience.
Ubisoft’s visual style in Origins—marked by bold colors, deeper shadows, and sweeping vistas—set a new standard for the franchise. Now, that beloved style seems to be making a return, alongside the visual flair of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey.
The studio has announced a significant update to Assassin’s Creed Mirage, introducing new cinematic visual filters that evoke the aesthetics of its predecessors. These can already be previewed in prototype form on social media, where the side-by-side comparisons clearly reveal how the Origins filter enhances lighting depth and overall mood.
Arriving on November 18, the update coincides with the release of the Valley of Memory DLC, a free six-hour story expansion. This new chapter takes players on a journey to Saudi Arabia as Basim seeks his father, with the events unfolding before the main game’s finale.
Beyond storytelling, the update adds improved parkour mechanics and the long-requested ability to jump—enhancing movement fluidity and giving players more freedom in exploration.
With these additions, Assassin’s Creed Mirage gains plenty of reasons for fans to dive back in. Whether for the fresh gameplay features or the striking new visual styles—similar to director’s mode options seen in games like Ghost of Tsushima—this update breathes new life into the experience.
Originally lauded for narrowing the scope of the massive “RPG trilogy,” Mirage captured the essence of classic Assassin’s Creed while feeling modern and refined. Now, two years after its release, Ubisoft’s continued support shows the team’s dedication to evolving the game and honoring fan feedback.
If this approach sets the standard for future Assassin’s Creed titles—or even remakes of older ones—it’s an exciting direction for the franchise. For fans, November’s update might just mark the perfect time to return to Baghdad’s rooftops once more.
