Should You Turn off the Compass in AC Mirage?

Wondering if you should turn off the compass in Assassin's Creed Mirage? Our guide breaks down the pros and cons, helping you decide whether disabling the compass enhances your gameplay experience or distracts from it.
Assassins Creed Mirage Cinematic Combat
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If you’ve been playing Assassin’s Creed Mirage and find yourself constantly staring at the compass rather than enjoying the game’s world, you might be wondering if it’s worth turning off. This guide will delve into the pros and cons of disabling the compass in AC Mirage and how it impacts your gameplay experience.

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Assassin’s Creed Mirage – Should You Turn off the Compass?

First things first, the choice to use or disable the compass is yours to make in Assassin’s Creed Mirage. Assess how it affects your gameplay and enjoyment. Then, make the decision that best suits your playstyle. There is no right or wrong decision.

The Case Against the Compass in AC Mirage

Many players find the compass in Assassin’s Creed Mirage to be less than helpful. If you’re someone who usually marks a single destination on the map, you might find that the compass does little more than distract you from the game world. The compass does make it quicker to orient yourself toward your intended destination. However, it also pulls your attention away from the immersive experience of viewing Baghdad in all its splendor. Additionally, AC Mirage has an interesting mechanic where map markers require a line of sight, encouraging you to climb to higher vantage points to locate your destination. This adds an extra layer of immersion that you might miss out on if you’re solely relying on the compass.

The Case For the Compass in Assassin’s Creed Mirage

If you have a hard time finding objectives or want to get from A to B in Assassin’s Creed Mirage as fast as possible, then turning on the compass is for you. Due to time constraints, many gamers can’t fully immerse themselves in the gaming world. In such cases, keeping the compass on can help players navigate more quickly.

The Case for Playing Without Aids in AC Mirage

If you’re an experienced player in stealth games and really want to up the ante in AC Mirage, you could consider not just turning off the compass but also not using other aids like Eagle Vision or the eagle itself. This approach is entirely dependent on how you want to experience the game. If you’re looking for a more challenging and immersive experience, not using these aids could be the way to go.

Ultimately, whether to turn off the compass in Assassin’s Creed Mirage comes down to personal preference. If you want all the aids to help you navigate and complete objectives, that’s perfectly fine. On the other hand, if you’re looking to limit these aids for a more immersive and challenging experience, you have that option, too.

Mark Carpenter

Mark Carpenter

Mark Carpenter is the Managing Editor at Try Hard Guides, and main guide writer. With over five years of experience in games media, including almost three years as an Assigning Editor for Pro Game Guides, and before that a Staff Writer.

His writing and game guide work has also been featured on platforms such as Metro UK and Game Rant, along with other smaller publications. He has been a devoted gamer since the days of Amiga, with a journey spanning roughly 31 years.

Mark's future goals are to grow the Try Hard Guides network as much as possible while helping gamers everywhere with gaming guide content. When not immersed in gaming, Mark enjoys delving into the worlds of D&D (Dungeons & Dragons), strumming his guitar, and indulging in a good read. His heart belongs to RPGs, the Final Fantasy series, and The Legend of Zelda. Moreover, he has a keen affection for dogs.

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