This move is part of Ubisoft’s broader strategy to keep players engaged through regular updates and ongoing content for Mirage and Shadows, with the latter's next expansion scheduled for September 16.

The game was initially planned as an expansion for Assassin's Creed Valhalla but was reworked into a standalone title, emphasizing stealth, parkour, and a smaller map.

The new content will feature a significant location in AlUla, a UNESCO World Heritage site with over 7,000 years of history, providing a fitting backdrop for stealth and parkour gameplay.

Ubisoft has announced a surprise free DLC for Assassin's Creed Mirage, set to include a new story chapter, missions, and a location in 9th-century AlUla, Saudi Arabia, later this year.

Assassin's Creed Mirage, released in October 2023, is a return to the franchise's stealth-focused roots, developed by Ubisoft Bordeaux, and has sold approximately 7-8 million copies.

Despite the controversy surrounding the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), Ubisoft's review of Mirage was positive, praising its setting and gameplay.

The expansion aligns with Ubisoft’s regional ambitions, possibly involving a deal with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, which has invested in various gaming firms, though Ubisoft has not publicly commented.

Ubisoft has not announced a specific release date for the DLC but confirmed it will arrive later in 2025, with gameplay enhancements for both the base game and new location.

The DLC was revealed during the Esports World Cup in Riyadh, aligning with the event's regional focus and Ubisoft's broader regional ambitions.

This unexpected update marks a strategic shift for Ubisoft, indicating a renewed focus on post-launch content for Mirage and potentially expanding the series' geographic scope in the Middle East.

Mirage remains targeted at fans of the original gameplay style, contrasting with its successor, Assassin's Creed Shadows, which launched in 2025 with role-playing mechanics.

The upcoming DLC aims to expand Basim's story, with Ubisoft hinting at unresolved plot elements, including a mysterious post-credits scene.