AC Mirage Parkour and City Details From a Single Screenshot

While we didn't get any footage, we did get a high quality screenshot that is, as of now, our only real look at the city of Baghdad in-game. Given how much I enjoy playing these games, I decided it would be fun to glean all the information regarding traversal, stealth, and world design that I could out of this single screenshot. And what do you know, I came up with nine minutes of stuff to say.

[@MadProphet1306]

Another interesting aspect of traversal: a pole vault feature. Apparently Basim can use poles/staffs to traverse wide gaps between buildings. He can also pull certain shops and scaffolding to block guards' path and escape (Like in the cinematic trailer). Looks like they are actively trying to make the chase and escape mechanic a part of the gameplay loop again. Let's hope that the AI is revamped to suit this better than the last three games.

[@sosaysjay]

I appreciate the comments, thank you. I did hear about that pole vaulting feature from JorRaptor, so it's clear there is a lot more to the world design than just what we see here. I hope we get gameplay soon!

[@MadProphet1306]

@@sosaysjay Yeah I hope so too. I guess they'll reveal it in a few months time

[@t.wcharles2171]

Sounds a bit like those sprint jump things in the AC 2 dlc.

[@joanofarc21]

​@@t.wcharles2171 omg yes those were so cool but unfortunately just restricted to a small area

[@t.wcharles2171]

@@joanofarc21 I would have preferred if they went all in and put the Springboards everywhere in Florence.

[@imniallg]

Mirage is essential a reimagining of AC1. It's in a similar place with a similar aesthetic with a different character. It'll will be interesting to see how it will perform.

[@MadProphet1306]

That was an interesting analysis, thanks. Even though I have high hopes for the game itself (And what Ubi Bordeaux will do in the future if this game is a success), I'm already enamored by the vibe and atmosphere they are going for with this city. I suspect that it'll be really satisfying, progressing from one district to the other, and finally to the inner circle (in the dev breakdown vid, the art director confirmed that each district has a distinct purpose and style). Obviously, the parkour won't contain revolutionary upgrades, but it would probably be far more fun and smartly put together than the recent games, and that's a good start for me. I'm looking forward to seeing your coverage in the future, I hope you get way more views. You deserve it!

[@sosaysjay]

The setting really does look great, and I am excited to see what they do with it, thank you for the comment

[@mrmcbear6035]

NPCs on the roof could be like the thieves you can hire in brotherhood

[@sosaysjay]

It would be really interesting if a mechanic like that returns

[@garfeldi8466]

After 2042 i don’t think i can ever trust a “return to formula” advertising model again, but i really really hope its good

[@thomasbryans6547]

I know this is an old video, but I just watched your foul Hollow video and I want to say that your assassin‘s creed content is fantastic and I’m looking forward to further videos you put out. I just restarted Origins off of the hype I got from your Valhalla video. Keep up the good work!

[@sosaysjay]

Thank you, I appreciate that

[@adonisvillain]

Yep. Pretty interesting and mindful thoughts. Thanks

[@Bent_Dent]

Damn, your intro is pretty simple, but creative, I like that.

[@sosaysjay]

I appreciate that, thank you

[@Bent_Dent]

@@sosaysjay no problem man, also the vid was pretty informative. Good job.

[@Wbubbles3998]

Looks like there’s a lot of flat walls and that worries me because using ejects onto beams to climb faster was fun in the og games and presented a skill ceiling. I hope we’re not just holding up or using lifts to ascend

[@sosaysjay]

That is true, it is tough to tell as of yet. On the left you can see a wall with horizontal beams but it remains to be seen how well they will be integrated into the city layout

[@SpeedDemon55]

I’m excited for this game. I can’t wait to see a more classic Assassins Creed game again. The combat stealth and parkour look fun and Baghdad looks amazing.

[@adonisvillain]

9:19 i remembered. in origins there are also npc on rooftops making same fabrics. It' looks like same assets

[@sosaysjay]

Nice catch, I should go poke around in Origins again.

[@gabriel_alemdoaquario]

It'd be cool to have some wall-running like Ninja Gaiden. Maybe in AC Codename Red.

[@francisnowak11]

Great video and great channel. Been watching a bunch of your vids between my work calls.

[@sosaysjay]

Thank you, I am glad you have found a use in them

[@hawken796]

You also gotta remember that a lot of the models will be a lower LOD version at that distance, that's also why some models might look too simple. It is coming out on last and current gen, so it will be simple.

[@sosaysjay]

When I said simple I meant in terms of architecture, not graphical quality. The walls have clear paths the player can travel along with as opposed to dozens of different handholds per wall face like have gotten in some other games

[@Sneakz97]

Underrated channel

[@sosaysjay]

Thanks, I appreciate that

[@juanpaup7728]

I love your videos, I don't have much to say but thank you.

[@sosaysjay]

That means a lot, thank you

[@hayk3000]

3:58 There are thieves that you can hire on the rooftops of AC II, maybe it's a similar thing. Or they're civilians that you can blend with

[@sosaysjay]

It would be interesting if they eventually go back the the faction hiring mechanic in some form

[@hayk3000]

@So Says Jay I honestly don't have barely any hype for this game, even though I recently played the original AC for the first time and I think it's the one with the best concept and immersion. The problem is: Ubisoft. Don't trust 'em. This is probably going to be a Valhalla "back to basics" kinda marketing as you say in your last video, especially considering this was meant to be a DLC. And there's nothing that makes me want to trust this corporation, there haven't been any changes in the hire-ups and it's clear that they're going to double down on the "Live Service" money-milking. I hope you got something cooking 'cause I'm really hungry for more of your commentary

[@jahazielo.o8804]

Great vids man keep it up

[@sosaysjay]

I appreciate that, thank you

[@8ahau279]

2:58 It's hard to say but these could also be shafts for Ventilation. Some middle ersten cities used them to catch the wind and cool the house by creating a breeze inside.

[@K-EL-uz6zv]

Great video 😍😎

[@sosaysjay]

I appreciate that, thank you

[@rgh1132]

Is the song in the background the music for Mirage?

[@sosaysjay]

No, at the time I made this they hadn’t released it but I believe they have released the trailer music now

[@rgh1132]

@@sosaysjay Which one did you use for this video?

[@sosaysjay]

@@rgh1132 Crossroads of the World, from Revelations

[@rgh1132]

@@sosaysjay Ah, that's why it was so familiar. Thanks. Also, great job on the AC Valhalla video, very entertaining

[@nasibrakal2761]

i just dont want the RPG style gameplay in this one ,if they can only make it an open world action game ,it would be great

[@t.wcharles2171]

Question which kind of fast travel do you prefer the brotherhood style or the black flag style.

[@sosaysjay]

Personally I prefer the black flag sync point method. It gives me more incentive to use the sync points and having to walk to a fast travel got a bit old for me

[@dzimi9281]

This game will for sure be halal

[@PuggleStudiosOG]

Hmm