How to Access Assassin's Creed Mirage: Valley of Memory – A Complete Guide for All Players

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The whispers are true: Ubisoft just delivered one of the most generous updates in Assassin’s Creed history. Valley of Memory, the brand-new free DLC for Assassin’s Creed Mirage, brings a full prequel storyline, the gorgeous new region of AlUla, and long-requested features like manual jump, reworked parkour, replayable missions, new difficulty modes, and Tier 3 tool upgrades.

But with so many access paths, players are asking the same question:

⭐ “How do I actually start Valley of Memory?”

This guide breaks it down clearly—every method, every situation, every platform, based on official details and community-tested methods.

What Exactly Is Valley of Memory?

A quick recap before we dive into the access methods:

  • It’s a pre-finale story DLC, woven into the existing campaign.

  • Basim investigates rumors that his father Ishaq may still be alive.

  • The journey takes him to AlUla, a new desert region split into:

    • Land of the Living – oases, settlements, dense vegetation

    • Land of the Dead – ruins, tombs, necropolises

  • Includes 6–7 hours of missions, exploration, and world events.

  • Massive gameplay improvements overhaul movement, combat, and general quality of life.

Basically, this is the final, definitive version of Mirage.

How to Access Valley of Memory (Every Play Situation)

🌱 For Brand New Players (Early or No Progress)

How to Access Assassin's Creed Mirage: Valley of Memory

Option 1: Standard Story Progression (Recommended)

  1. Play the game normally until you begin the investigation “The Head of the Snake.”

  2. When your objective says “Report to the Bureau,” travel to the Harbiyah Bureau.

  3. A young boy will approach you—this cutscene triggers the DLC start.

  4. You’ll be sent to Dervis’s shop (Dyeing Factory area of Harbiyah).

  5. Talking to him officially begins Valley of Memory.

✔ Seamless story integration
✔ Works for completion-focused players

Option 2: Instant Access (No Story Progress Required)

  1. From the main menu, select New Game.

  2. Choose “Skip to Valley of Memory.”

  3. You’ll receive:

    • A full story recap

    • A mid-late game Basim with balanced gear

    • Immediate placement outside Dervis’s shop

✔ No grinding
✔ You jump directly into new content

🔄 For Returning Players With Existing Saves

Mid-Game Saves

  • Load your save where The Head of the Snake is active or completed.

  • Access “Valley of Memory” via:

    • Investigation Board (Bureau) or

    • Dervis’s shop in Harbiyah

Finished the Story? No Problem.

  • Load your post-game save.

  • The DLC appears immediately (same two access methods).

New Game+ Players

  • DLC becomes available right after Caravanserai, when reporting to Roshan.

  • Trigger is identical to new standard playthroughs.

Essential Preparation Tips Before Entering AlUla

✔ 1. Make Sure You Installed Update 1.1.0

The DLC is part of Title Update 1.1.0 (roughly 4–6 GB depending on platform).

✔ 2. Unlock Key Parkour Skills First

Community recommends unlocking:

  • Free Jump

  • Side/Back Ejects

  • Assassin Focus upgrades

These make AlUla traversal smoother.

✔ 3. Bring Tier 2 Tools Minimum

If you’re using an existing save, upgrade:

  • Throwing Knives (for ranged assassinations)

  • Blow Dart (for armored enemies)

  • Smoke Bomb (vital in ruins)

✔ 4. Fast Travel Between Baghdad & AlUla

After starting the quest, AlUla appears on your map as a new fast travel zone.

✔ 5. Platform Availability

  • PS5, PS4

  • Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One

  • PC (Ubisoft Connect, Epic, Steam)

  • iOS release is coming later

Troubleshooting (If DLC Isn’t Appearing)

⭐ Community-Proven Fixes

  • Restart the game fully (not Quick Resume).

  • Verify files (PC).

  • Re-download the update if it shows “corrupted.”

  • Make sure you reached Head of the Snake if playing normally.

  • Visit Harbiyah Bureau during daytime—players noticed the boy sometimes appears faster.

  • Clear cache on Xbox/PlayStation (cold restart).

  • Load an earlier save, then return to the Bureau.

If none of this works, Ubisoft Support recommends:

  • Rebuilding your console database (PS4/PS5).

  • Deleting and reinstalling the latest patch.

⭐ Pro Tips From the Community

  • Photo Mode in Hegra at sunset gives incredible shots.

  • Unlock Knives Tier 3 early—they become explosive.

  • Smoke Bomb Tier 3 dissolves bodies—perfect for stealth runs.

  • The Land of the Dead’s tomb puzzles reward Animus Mods, so explore thoroughly.

  • Collect Oud melodies—they work like AC4 shanties and lead to unique performances.

⭐ The Adventure Awaits

No matter how far you are in Basim’s journey, accessing Valley of Memory is smoother than ever. Ubisoft ensured every player—new, returning, or starting over—can reach AlUla without friction.

From emotional storytelling to rich historical world-building and the biggest gameplay overhaul since launch, this DLC brings Mirage to its best form yet.

Your journey begins now. Step into the Valley and uncover the truth behind Basim’s past.

⭐ FAQ

1. Is Valley of Memory free?

Yes, it is a completely free DLC included with Update 1.1.0.

2. How long is the DLC?

Around 6–7 hours, longer if you explore and complete all activities.

3. Can I play the DLC without finishing the main game?

Yes. You only need to reach “The Head of the Snake” mission.

4. Can I start the DLC directly?

Yes—select “Skip to Valley of Memory” from the main menu.

5. Why isn’t the DLC showing up?

Make sure Update 1.1.0 is installed and you’ve reached the required story point.

6. Can I return to Baghdad after reaching AlUla?

Yes, fast travel is unlocked between regions.

7. Are the new Tier 3 tool upgrades powerful?

Extremely—tools like knives (explosive) and smoke bombs (corpse removal) are game-changers.

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