I saw controversial critical reviews on Google and many other websites, so I decided to give an honest review regarding AC Mirage; I just finished playing the main story + DLC, noting that I have played 10/13 main installments of AC games (quick note I purchased the game at a discount for just 15$ which is what worth frankly).
So back to the point at hand, I liked Mirage so much. I see that is unfair to have lower than 4 stars (will mention below why I gave it 4 stars only not 5), but bear with me, and let's talk about the good stuff first starting from the graphics, old school AC gameplay focusing mostly on stealth and how to be tricky in most of the missions, new focus assassination, Baghdad scenic views are great and well designed. At the same time, Ubisoft did a great job of delivering a very good Arabic narrative and an excellent cultural environment.
The soundtrack is Beyond Description, a masterpiece, especially the Arabic Middle Eastern adaptation of Ezio's Family theme. It is well articulated; I advise you to check out OST on YouTube.[Ubisoft does a perfect job in this one]
What i didn't like and my reason for 4/5 are:
-The story is too short and not well convincing even though Basim's life is sad and dark, It could have a better storyline (it isn't worth 50$)
-Ubisoft should have made a better solid linkage with the Valhalla story even made cameo appearance of Eivor or something
Other than those above, I like the game, which is recommended for any AC games fanatic like me.
if you have reached that far in reading my review Thank you for being patient :D usually, i don't write reviews, but AC Mirage is worth giving a fair opinion it deserves
(Finally, Bayek must have a sequel installment; he is my favorite protagonist, and I'm waiting for that one impatiently)