Wednesday, July 17: I have updated this Assassin's Creed Mirage gaming deal to reflect the game's new record low price for both PlayStation 5 and Xbox. That means you can get it for its cheapest price no matter what system you play on (before, the cost of the Xbox version was slightly higher than its PS5 equivalent).
I haven't gotten my teeth into an Assassin's Creed game in literal years, but this Prime Day gaming deal? It could bring me back on board.
You can currently pick up the latest entry in the series (Mirage) on PS5 for a heavily reduced $23.70 at Amazon instead of $49.99 as part of the Prime Day sale. Similarly, the Xbox version has also just dipped to $23.70 at Amazon rather than $50. So far as I can tell, that's the cheapest this Assassin's Creed game has ever been on either platform... and because it goes back to the franchise's roots with more focused, stealthier gameplay, I'm tempted.
UK Xbox players aren't enjoying the same offer, sadly, by PlayStation fans across the pond have an equally good discount. They can pick up Assassin's Creed Mirage on PS5 for £24.99 at Amazon instead of £49.99.
No matter where you're based, these are not the only offers worth keeping an eye on; there are plenty more Prime Day gaming deals where that came from.
Prime Day gaming deals at a glance
- Assassin's Creed Mirage PS5: $26 off now
- Assassin's Creed Mirage Xbox: Save $26
- Games: up to 50% off Demon's Souls, more
- PS5: save up to $60 on storage & beyond
- Xbox: up to $40 off storage
- Chairs: savings up to $60
- Controllers: up to $30 off Asus and more
- Headsets: up to $80 off
Should you buy Assassin's Creed Mirage?
As we mention in our Assassin's Creed Mirage review, this is "a compact, stealth-focused adventure that punishes anyone trying to go in loud, and it does so in a world that's always a delight to explore (and be chased through)." That in itself is a good litmus test for whether you'll enjoy the experience or not. Do you miss the old games' focus on sneaking around, or are you more a fan of the series' bombastic action? If you fall into the latter camp and can think of nothing better than whaling on a camp of goons with your swords, Mirage might not be for you.
If you like to meticulously plan your attack and move like a shadow across the rooftops, however? It'll hit the spot. The aim here was always a back-to-basics revamp that honored the franchise's origins, and that means secrecy. Fortunately enough, modern advancements make that stealth gameplay better than ever.
It also narrows its focus to a single city with a few surrounding areas, so everything feels gorgeously hand-crafted. This is a sumptuous environment to explore that feels truly alive.
In short? Stealthy gamers, sneak your way up here to get your hands on Mirage - you won't regret it.
For more offers, don't forget to check out the latest Prime Day PS5 deals. You can also drop in on our guide to the current Prime Day Nintendo Switch deals that are impressing us.
