Assassin’s Creed Mirage: Valley of Memory Expansion Brings New Region, Quests & Parkour Upgrades FOR FREE!
Basim’s story deepens in the free Valley of Memory update arriving November 18, with new missions, exploration, gameplay mechanics and long-requested features
As Assassin’s Creed Mirage celebrates its second anniversary, Ubisoft isn’t just lighting candles. It’s igniting a whole new journey with Valley of Memory, a free major story expansion launching November 18. For longtime players and newcomers alike, this update celebrates everything Mirage does well while pushing the experience forward in meaningful ways.
Set before the game’s finale, Valley of Memory adds a brand-new region, fresh main and side quests, expanded gameplay systems, and quality-of-life improvements, making it the biggest update Assassin’s Creed Mirage has received to date.
What Is Valley of Memory? A New Chapter in Basim’s Past
Ubisoft’s free update follows Basim as he journeys to AlUla, an ancient valley steeped in 9th-century Arabian history, after hearing a rumour that his long-lost father may still be alive. But what starts as a search for family quickly turns into a fight to save the valley from a brutal gang of robbers that has seized control of the region.
What does the expansion include?
- Up to six hours of new story content
- A new explorable map (AlUla)
- New assassination targets, contracts and music sheet parkour challenges
- Enhanced black box missions with a narrative twist
Reader question:
Are you excited to explore a whole new region in Assassin’s Creed Mirage or are you more curious about Basim’s personal story?
Explore 9th-Century AlUla: A Living, Dangerous Landscape
The heart of Valley of Memory lies in AlUla, a stunning new open zone filled with historical ruins, diverse landmarks and danger around every corner. Ubisoft’s recreation of the valley is based on a real-world archaeological region in modern-day Saudi Arabia known for its ancient cities, tombs and stone-carved monuments.
Players will explore:
- The Old Town of AlUla
- Musa Ibn Musayr’s fortress
- The Valley of the Stones
- The necropolis of Hegra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
As you traverse these majestic landscapes, roaming robbers lie in wait with ambushes and traps set across the region.
Major Gameplay Updates Coming with Valley of Memory
Even if you don’t venture into AlUla right away, this update affects the entire game, including the main storyline in Baghdad.
Replayable Missions with Unique Challenges
All black box missions and contracts in Mirage and Valley of Memory can now be replayed through the Animus Sequences or in the world. Each replay adds new challenge modifiers, such as:
- Completing missions without Eagle Vision
- Remaining undetected
- Killing only the main target
- Completing under a time limit
Completing challenges unlocks exclusive in-game rewards and new gameplay strategies.
Parkour Overhaul Gives Players More Control
A highly requested upgrade is finally here. Ubisoft is introducing major parkour improvements that bring the system closer to older Assassin’s Creed games:
- Manual jump toggle lets players chain longer sequences
- Side and back ejects can now be performed even without designated landing spots
- A new control scheme improves rooftop traversal and responsiveness
This opens the door to more stylish and expressive parkour moments throughout Baghdad and AlUla.
Tool Upgrades and Loadout Customization
A new skill called Engineer 2 allows Basim to equip level 1 modifications on all tools, making him more versatile in stealth and combat.
Additionally, every tool now supports a new level 3 modification tier, giving you new options for distraction, sabotage and creative assassinations.
Additional Difficulty Levels and QoL Improvements
Two new difficulty options allow players to tailor the challenge to their liking. Mirage also now includes:
- Fast-forward time while exploring
- Automatic fog clearing on the map once all sync points are unlocked
- Polished UI and animation tweaks to improve the player experience
New Musical Interaction: Basim Can Now Play the Oud
Ubisoft has added a new feature to enhance immersion. Basim can now play the oud, a traditional Middle Eastern instrument, at specific locations. To unlock this feature, players must collect hidden music sheets throughout AlUla, often by completing parkour-based challenges.
It’s a peaceful and rewarding distraction that adds cultural richness to the experience.
Expansion Overview and Key Details
- Title: Assassin’s Creed Mirage Valley of Memory
- Release Date: November 18, 2025
- Price: Free for all Mirage owners
- Platforms: PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC (Ubisoft Store, Steam, Epic), iOS, Amazon Luna
- Developers: Ubisoft Bordeaux, Ubisoft Paris, Ubisoft Bucarest, Da Nang, Montpellier
Mirage Evolves With Valley of Memory
Valley of Memory doesn’t just expand the map. It deepens the story, empowers the player with new tools, modernizes movement and offers a refined stealth sandbox across two detailed regions. It’s a thank-you to loyal fans and a powerful reason for new players to jump in.
Whether you’ve followed Basim’s journey from the beginning or haven’t touched the game since launch, November 18 marks a compelling return to the world of Mirage.