At the Ubisoft Forward press conference, Ubisoft announcedAssassin's Creed: PhantasmsIt will be launched in the global market in 2023. It was also announced that two high-definition flagship games code-named "RED" and "HEXE" will be launched in the "Assassin's Creed" series, and they are closely related to the "Assassin's Creed" series code-named "INFINITY".
Developed by Ubisoft Bordeaux, the same studio behind the Rage of the Druids expansion for Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Assassin's Creed Visions takes players on a journey through the magnificent ninth-century Baghdad and its golden age. Featuring a story-driven action-adventure style that includes an intriguing coming-of-age storyline, a captivating protagonist, and a magnificent open city, Assassin's Creed Visions emphasizes modern heritage gameplay with parkour, stealth, and assassination.
Players will become the new hero, Bessim, a remarkable street thief with a mysterious past, and join the Hidden Ones of Alamut on a journey to find answers.
"Assassin's Creed: Phantasms" is a tribute to the "Assassin's Creed" series, especially the first "Assassin's Creed". At the same time as the news of this game was announced, a cinematic reveal trailer was also played. The original music was written by "Assassin's Creed: Phantasms" music composer Brendan Angelides, and Bassin's mentor Roshan will be voiced by Emmy Award-winning actress Shohreh Aghdashloo.
Assassin's Creed: Phantasms will be available on Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Windows PC (Epic Games Store, Ubisoft Store). It will also be available through Amazon's streaming game service Luna, and players can also play it through a Ubisoft+ subscription.
“On the 15th anniversary of the franchise, we wanted to give our players and our community something special,” said Stéphane Boudon, Senior Content Director of Assassin’s Creed: Phantasms. “Assassin’s Creed Phantasms is a fitting tribute to the series, especially the original. We’re modernizing the renowned Assassin’s Creed experience and delving deeper into the rituals and beliefs of the Hidden Ones. We know veterans and newcomers alike will be excited to play it soon.”
In addition, Ubisoft also announced that Assassin's Creed: Phantasms will launch a Deluxe Edition and a Collector's Edition:
• Deluxe Edition:Includes the base game, digital art book and original soundtrack, plus a deluxe pack featuring Prince of Persia-inspired clothing, eagle, mount skins, weapons, and more.
• Collector's Edition:Includes all the contents of the Deluxe Edition plus a high-quality 32cm Bessim figure, an exclusive SteelBook tinbox featuring a fan-voted design, a mini art book, a replica Bessim brooch, a map of Baghdad, and a compilation of the game's original soundtrack.
• Players who pre-order Assassin’s Creed: Phantasms will receive the “Forty Thieves” bonus quest at launch, in which players will uncover the mysteries of Ali Baba’s legendary cave.
