The Assassin's Creed franchise is being evaluated in various recent releases, with some outlets expressing disappointment and others finding redeeming qualities. Reviews of Assassin's Creed Mirage are mixed, with some considering it a plentiful addition and others arguing that bigger is not always better. The series' overall direction and quality are being questioned, with comparisons being drawn to other games in the franchise, such as Assassin's Creed Black Flag.