It’s a question that’s been on every gamer’s mind, and finally, we have the answer. In an exclusive interview, the lead designer of Assassin’s Creed Mirage has let slip the estimated playtime for the much-anticipated game, an insight that has monumental implications for its scale.

Set to be a swifter expedition compared to its recent predecessors (conquerable in just 20-24 hours), Assassin’s Creed Mirage signals a return to the classic formula that has been long yearned for by fans. Ubisoft’s decision to hit pause on the franchise after Assassin’s Creed Valhalla has facilitated planning for the franchise’s long-term trajectory. With 11 Assassin’s Creed titles currently under development, the release of Assassin’s Creed Mirage is eagerly awaited by fans, and the previews featuring game mechanics and gameplay have been overwhelmingly positive.

As the release of Assassin’s Creed Mirage looms closer, players can now gauge how much time they’ll need to allocate to conquer the game. The game promises a return to the franchise’s roots, and if these playtime estimates hold true, it appears Ubisoft will deliver on that promise.

Since the 2017 launch of Assassin’s Creed Origins, the series has struggled to appease all players simultaneously. The release signified a shift in focus towards RPG for the franchise, as it sought to emulate the commercial and critical success of The Witcher 3. While Assassin’s Creed Origins, Odyssey, and Valhalla each received favorable reviews, they all had to contend with a common critique – their vastness. They were colossal games, each demanding over 100 hours of playtime from casual gamers. While there was no denying each title was bursting with content, the argument centered on how much of it truly mattered. For many, any move towards quality over quantity was welcomed.

The news comes courtesy of French YouTuber Julien Chieze, who interviewed Ubisoft Bordeaux’s lead producer, Fabian Salomon. According to Salomon, early game tests indicate an average gamer will need 20-24 hours to complete Assassin’s Creed Mirage. For the completists among us, this figure will likely increase to an average of 25-30 hours. This aligns far more closely with what players anticipated from games such as Assassin’s Creed Unity and Syndicate, the last titles to use the classic formula that has sparked so much nostalgia among fans.

It’ll be interesting to see how this prediction holds up when the game finally hits the shelves later this year. With confirmed features of Assassin’s Creed Mirage in mind, the game promises to be a true fan favorite, and the community’s reception of the early gameplay footage has remained exceedingly positive.

It’s a great time to be an Assassin’s Creed franchise fan. After the 2020 release of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Ubisoft took a step back. This afforded the company the opportunity to decide on a viable long-term direction for the series and it seems ready for a vengeful comeback. Rumors suggest there are currently 11 Assassin’s Creed titles in the pipeline, meaning the hiatus will soon seem like a distant memory for those craving their Animus-fix. If Assassin’s Creed Mirage can win back fans of the old formula, Ubisoft will be set for a triumphant launch.

Assassin’s Creed Mirage will be released on October 12 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

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