PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers are in for a treat next week. According to a reliable leak, Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty are joining the Game Catalog on December 16, 2025.
If the leak proves accurate (and historically, this source has been spot-on), PS Plus members are about to get two critically acclaimed titles from 2023 at no extra cost.
What’s Coming to PlayStation Plus in December?
The leak comes from Dealabs, a French website with a near-perfect track record for predicting PlayStation Plus additions.
Confirmed Leaks for December 16, 2025
For PS Plus Extra and Premium:
- Assassin’s Creed Mirage (Ubisoft, 2023)
- Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty (Team Ninja, 2023)
For PS Plus Premium (Classics Catalog):
- Soulcalibur 3 (expected, but not 100% confirmed yet)
When Will Sony Officially Announce?
Sony typically announces the monthly PlayStation Plus lineup about a week before the games go live. Expect an official confirmation within the next few days, likely early next week.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage: A Return to Stealth Roots
Assassin’s Creed Mirage marked a deliberate shift for the franchise, moving away from the massive open-world RPGs of recent years and returning to the series’ stealth-focused roots.
What Makes Mirage Different?
Released in October 2023, Mirage is described as a “bite-sized” Assassin’s Creed experience—shorter and more focused than giants like Valhalla or Odyssey.
Key features:
- Set in 9th-century Baghdad during the Islamic Golden Age
- Protagonist Basim Ibn Ishaq (previously introduced in Valhalla)
- Emphasis on stealth and parkour over combat
- Smaller, denser map compared to recent entries
- Classic Assassin’s Creed gameplay reminiscent of the Ezio trilogy
What Critics Said About Mirage
Eurogamer gave Assassin’s Creed Mirage 4 stars, praising it as a “rich and characterful adventure.”
From the review: “I have frequently looked at Assassin’s games as historical adventures with a bit of wonky sci-fi glamour, and Mirage’s late-game certainly conforms to the formula in this regard. But what Mirage, and Mirage’s Baghdad in particular, have reminded me is that the historical stuff is where the real care is found.”
Why Mirage is worth playing:
- Gorgeous recreation of Baghdad, full of historical detail
- Faster-paced than recent AC games—perfect for players short on time
- Strong protagonist in Basim, whose story adds depth to the AC universe
- Nostalgic gameplay for fans of the original Assassin’s Creed formula
If you’ve been burned out by the bloated open worlds of recent AC games, Mirage is a refreshing return to form.
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty: Three Kingdoms Soulslike
The second leaked addition is Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, a Soulslike action RPG from Team Ninja, the studio behind Nioh.
What Is Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty?
Released in March 2023, Wo Long takes the dark fantasy action-RPG formula of Nioh and transplants it into China’s Three Kingdoms era (around 184-280 AD).
Key features:
- Fast-paced Soulslike combat with a focus on deflection and counterattacks
- Three Kingdoms setting, featuring historical figures like Cao Cao and Liu Bei
- Morale system that affects difficulty dynamically
- Spirit gauge mechanics for offense and defense
- Stealth elements and flag-based checkpoints
What Critics Said About Wo Long
Eurogamer praised Wo Long, saying: “Team Ninja evolves Nioh’s formula in a Three Kingdoms-era action RPG where allies, flags, and stealth make its brutal challenges more manageable than ever.”
Why Wo Long is worth playing:
- More accessible than Dark Souls or Bloodborne thanks to its deflection-focused combat
- Rich historical setting with mythological twists
- Satisfying boss fights that reward precision
- Solid co-op multiplayer for tackling tough encounters with friends
If you’re a fan of Soulslike games or enjoyed Nioh, Wo Long is a must-try.
Soulcalibur 3: A Classic Returns (PS Plus Premium)
For PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers, the leak suggests Soulcalibur 3 is joining the Classics Catalog.
What Is Soulcalibur 3?
Originally released for PlayStation 2 in 2005, Soulcalibur 3 is the third entry in Namco’s legendary weapon-based fighting game series.
What to expect:
- 3D weapon-based combat with a diverse roster
- Chronicles of the Sword mode (a strategic adventure mode)
- Create-a-Character system (ahead of its time for 2005)
- Classic PS2-era fighting game nostalgia
Note: Soulcalibur 3 is listed as “expected” rather than confirmed, so it’s slightly less certain than Mirage and Wo Long.
When Do These Games Go Live?
If the leak is accurate, all three games will be available starting Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
How to Access Them
Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty:
- Requires PlayStation Plus Extra or Premium subscription
Soulcalibur 3:
- Requires PlayStation Plus Premium subscription (top tier only)
Don’t have Extra or Premium? You’ll need to upgrade from the base PlayStation Plus Essential tier to access the Game Catalog.
Why This Is a Great PlayStation Plus Month
If this leak holds true, December 2025 is shaping up to be one of the best PlayStation Plus months in a while.
Why These Additions Matter
1. Recent, high-quality games
- Both Mirage and Wo Long are from 2023, meaning they’re relatively new
- Many PS Plus additions are older titles, so getting recent releases is a win
2. Variety
- Stealth action (Mirage), Soulslike combat (Wo Long), and classic fighting (Soulcalibur 3) offer something for everyone
3. Value
- Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Wo Long both launched at $60-$70, so getting them “free” with PS Plus is solid value
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Remake Rumored
In related Assassin’s Creed news, a PEGI rating for Black Flag Resynced was recently spotted, further confirming that the long-rumored Black Flag remake is real.
What We Know About Black Flag Resynced
- Full remake of the beloved 2013 pirate adventure
- Likely being developed by Ubisoft Singapore
- Could be officially announced at The Game Awards this week (December 12, 2025)
Black Flag remains one of the most popular Assassin’s Creed games, thanks to its pirate setting, naval combat, and charismatic protagonist Edward Kenway. A modern remake with updated visuals and mechanics would be a dream come true for many fans.
Final Thoughts: A Strong December for PS Plus Subscribers
If Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty do arrive on December 16, PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers are in for a treat.
Both games are critically acclaimed, relatively recent releases that offer dozens of hours of gameplay. Whether you’re into stealth-focused action or brutal Soulslike combat, there’s something here for you.
Mark your calendars for December 16—and keep an eye out for Sony’s official announcement in the coming days.
While you’re catching up on gaming news, check out the latest on Rayman 2 and Tonic Trouble coming to Nintendo Switch Online on December 17 and Fortnite Winterfest 2025 leaks featuring Harry Potter and Hatsune Miku.
Bottom line: December is shaping up to be a fantastic month for PlayStation Plus subscribers. If you’ve been on the fence about upgrading to Extra or Premium, this might be the perfect time.
