Assassin's Creed Mirage in IOS

Narrative-driven adventure

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Our Site Score

94/100

Assassin's Creed Mirage on mobile is a technical marvel that demonstrates exactly how far mobile gaming has come. This isn't a scaled-down 'mobile version'; it is the full, console-quality experience of 9th-century Baghdad running in the palm of your hand. The city is breathtakingly detailed, from the bustling markets of the Round City to the quiet, sun-drenched rooftops where Basim spends most of his time. The lighting engine is particularly impressive, with long shadows and warm desert hues that make the world feel incredibly grounded.

What truly makes Mirage shine is its return to the series' roots. The focus on social stealth, tactical parkour, and deliberate assassinations is a breath of fresh air after the more combat-focused recent entries. Navigating the dense urban geometry of Baghdad using the touch controls is surprisingly fluid, though the game truly sings when played with a Bluetooth controller. The narrative is tight and personal, providing a compelling look at Basim's origins. It is a premier, must-play title for any iOS user with a high-performance device—a genuine AAA experience without compromise.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026
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Dinsun Review

Look, I appreciate the effort to put a 'real' game on a phone. It’s a technical marvel, no doubt. The stealth actually matters again, which is a relief after the bloated RPG entries of the last few years. Baghdad is densely packed and looks good if you have the hardware to push it.

However, it's still a modern Ubisoft title. The AI is as dense as a brick wall, and the 'back to basics' approach feels a bit like they just ran out of ideas for the larger formula. On mobile, the touch controls are a nightmare for precise parkour; you’ll want a controller if you’re serious about playing this. It’s the best thing on the App Store right now, but in the grand scheme of gaming history, it’s just 'fine.'

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Full console-quality experience
  • Excellent stealth-focused level design
  • Impressive visuals for mobile
  • Touch controls are clumsy
  • Significant battery heat and drain
  • Requires high-end hardware (A17 Pro/M1+)

Technical Report

Performance: Occasional frame drops in crowded areas; high temperature after 30 mins.

Accessibility:
  • Subtitles
  • Difficulty Presets
  • Controller Support

Audience Fit

Buy if: You own an iPhone 15 Pro or M-series iPad and want a flagship experience.

Skip if: You don't have a controller or are tired of the Ubisoft open-world formula.

Similar Games:
  • Assassin's Creed II
  • Dishonored

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun
  • Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
  • Playtime: 12 hours
  • Status: Main Story Progressed

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad

Version 1.8.2Thu Mar 19 2026

Major New Free Update Available

New storyline in a new location: Valley of Memory

New Narrative

Assassin’s Creed Mirage: Valley of Memory brings more than six hours of new free content and a brand-new chapter in Basim’s story set in AlUla, a stunning new region, rich in history, mystery, and danger.

New Activities

Side activities are back with new activities. Among them is Stolen Goods, where you must steal secret clues from thieves to recover valuable items. Also check out Melodies of the Oud, which challenges you to collect sheet music through parkour sequences.

Quick Start

A Quick Start option has been added from the main menu when starting a new game, letting you jump straight into this new storyline faster than ever.

Increased Difficulty Customization

Experience Basim's journey with 2 new difficulty presets : Hardened Assassin and Ultimate Assassin, or create your own customized difficulty.

These two new presets offer their own Permadeath mode reward.

Warning : Presets cannot be changed while in Permadeath mode.

Additional skills and Upgrades

Unlock a new skill on the Engineer skill tree and explore new ways to use your tools with additional level 3 upgrades.

New Rewards

Unlock new permadeath rewards and new exclusive Ubisoft Connect rewards.

Head to the News section for more details on this update's new content.



Requires iOS 17.4 or later. Compatible with iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17e, iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation), iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation), iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation), iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M2), iPad Air 11-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M2), iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4), iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (A17 Pro), iPad mini (A17 Pro) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M3), iPad Air 11-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M3), iPad Air 13-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M5), iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M5), iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M4), iPad Air 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M4), and iPad Air 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular.

In Assassin’s Creed® Mirage, you are Basim, a cunning street thief with nightmarish visions, seeking answers and justice. After an act of deadly retribution, Basim flees Baghdad and joins an ancient organization – The Hidden Ones. As he learns their mysterious rituals and powerful tenets, he will hone his unique abilities, discover his true nature, and come to understand a new Creed – one that will change his fate in ways he never could have imagined.


Ratings & Reviews

4.3 out of 5 with 2004 Counts
Age Rating 18+

Screenshots

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Experience the home-grown story of Basim, a cunning street thief with nightmarish visions, seeking answers and justice. Join an ancient organization and come to understand a new creed – one that will change Basim’s fate in ways he never could have imagined. Assassin’s Creed Mirage is a modern take on the features and gameplay that have defined the franchise for 15 years, as you parkour through a dense city and stealthily take down targets with more visceral assassinations than ever before.

Features

1

Full Console Experience on Mobile

2

Stunning 9th-Century Baghdad World

3

Refined Stealth and Assassination Mechanics

4

Customizable Touch and Controller Layouts

Tips

Promotion Videos

Assassin's Creed Mirage: Cinematic World Premiere | #UbiForward - YouTube

Related Videos

News on this game

Assassin's Creed Mirage - Oficial iOS Launch Trailer | Ubisoft Forward 2024

Assassin's Creed Mirage is now available on iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPad Air and iPad Pro.

IGN Africa - Sun Feb 22 2026

Ubisoft brings multiple games to Apple devices, including Assassin's Creed and Prince of Persia

Ubisoft is bringing three games to Apple devices, starting with Assassin's Creed Mirage and Rabbids: Legends of the Multiverse this week,...

PhoneArena - Thu Feb 19 2026

You can get Assassin's Creed Mirage for 50% off, but act fast

Assassin's Creed Mirage, Ubisoft's return to the classic era of the stealth RPG series, is half price, but only for a limited time.

PCGamesN - Thu Feb 19 2026

Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Mirage launches on Apple devices, joining Rabbids and Prince of Persia

he zany Rabbids are back in Rabbids: Legends of the Multiverse, a new battle card game available now on Apple Arcade.

Business Today - Thu Feb 19 2026

Assassin's Creed Mirage Out Now for iOS

Assassin's Creed Mirage is out now on iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and iPad Air and iPad Pro devices with an M1 chip or later.

Ubisoft - Wed Feb 18 2026

Ubisoft brings Assassin's Creed Mirage & other games to Apple devices

Ubisoft also brought Rabbids: Legends of the Multiverse to Apple Arcade and will put Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown on Mac in winter 2024.

Shacknews - Wed Feb 18 2026

Assassin's Creed Mirage Released on iOS With Free Prologue, Achievements and PS5 Controller Support

Ubisoft has released Assassin's Creed Mirage for Apple's iPhone and iPad devices, making it the first console game from the company to...

Men's Journal - Wed Feb 18 2026

'Assassin's Creed Mirage' Rolling Out Now, Features a 50% Discount for Full Game Unlock Until June 20th ...

During Apple's big iPhone 15 event last September, they announced a number of high-profile AAA titles that would be making their way from...

TouchArcade - Tue Feb 17 2026

Gameplays

Q&A

Mirage requires an A17 Pro chip or better (iPhone 15 Pro and newer) or an M1 chip or better for iPad to run correctly.

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