Fans of Assassin’s Creed Mirage have a reason to dust off their Hidden Blade and return to the streets of 9th-century Baghdad. Ubisoft has officially announced a major free content update titled “Valley of Memory,” and it looks like a heartfelt anniversary gift to the community.
Here’s a breakdown of what this exciting new chapter means for Basim and the Hidden Ones.
A Free, Major Update for a Two-Year Celebration
Assassin’s Creed Mirage has been lauded for returning to the stealth-focused roots of the franchise. To celebrate the game’s two-year anniversary, Ubisoft is delivering a substantial piece of new content to all players for free. This is a great move for those who enjoyed Basim’s origin story and were hoping for an expanded look at his life as a full-fledged Assassin.
What is the “Valley of Memory”?
The DLC, which is a “free major update,” is confirmed to include:
- A New Story Chapter and Missions: This is the most exciting detail. The update promises to expand the narrative, offering players new quests and a continuation of Basim’s journey.
- A New Location: Al-Ula: The story content is confirmed to be set in the ancient city of Al-Ula, which is located in modern-day Saudi Arabia. The teaser trailer hints at a desolate, monumental landscape featuring a mysterious, giant ancient structure, suggesting a trek into the open desert and old ruins outside of Baghdad. This new environment will offer a different flavour of exploration and potential dangers compared to the dense urban sprawl of the capital.
- A Familiar Face: The teaser also features Basim alongside Dervis, the vendor and quest-giver from the main game who usually handles the collectable side quests. Fans are speculating that this could mean a more significant role for Dervis in the narrative, allowing players to finally flesh out their relationship with the side character.
- Gameplay Improvements: Beyond the new content, the update is also slated to bring general gameplay improvements to the base game, which is always a welcome addition for an already solid foundation.
When Will We See More?
While a short teaser has been released, the full details for the Valley of Memory DLC are expected to be unveiled soon.
The full reveal, likely in the form of a detailed trailer or showcase, is an event all fans will want to tune into to get a better look at Al-Ula and the new narrative direction.
Returning to Basim’s Roots
The addition of this new chapter, seemingly set sometime during the events of the main game (as suggested by Basim’s appearance in the teaser), is a fantastic opportunity to deepen the lore and character development of Basim Ibn Ishaq before his fate is intertwined with Eivor’s in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla.
Mirage successfully brought back the “Black Box” assassination missions and classic parkour. The Valley of Memory provides a chance to apply those refined mechanics in a wholly new and mysterious environment, one that may just hold a few more secrets about the history of the Hidden Ones and the Order of the Ancients.
Are you excited to join Basim on his new adventure into the desert of Al-Ula? What kind of ancient secrets do you hope to uncover in the “Valley of Memory”? Let us know in the comments!
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