"Assassin’s Creed": Remake of "Black Flag" coming July 9

Ubisoft has announced a remake of "Assassin’s Creed Black Flag": The "Resynced" version of "Black Flag" is technically based on the latest version of the Anvil Engine, which was featured in "Assassin’s Creed Shadows". This means graphics at the current top level, including more realistic lighting compared to the original released in 2013. "Resynced" is scheduled to be released on July 9 for PC, Xbox Series X/S, and Playstation 5.

Black Flag has also been revised in terms of content and gameplay for the remake: Ubisoft promises a new combat system, primarily based on counters. A few new crew members come with their own new missions, and the notorious chase missions are being revised: If you are discovered, it will not automatically result in a Game Over. Instead, players should be able to continue if they adapt to the new situation. A few fresh sea shanties are also promised.

No RPG elements

Basically, "Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced" remains action-oriented and will not be a role-playing game, Ubisoft promises. This sets "Black Flag Resynced" apart from many other modern "Assassin’s Creed" titles that focused on skill trees, collection grind, and loot.

Ubisoft had already confirmed the development of a "Black Flag" remake a few weeks ago, while the announcement was considered only a matter of time in the community due to numerous leaks. The re-release of one of the most popular "Assassin’s Creed" games is being developed by Ubisoft Montreal.

Pirate games are in

Ubisoft already released the online pirate game "Skull and Bones" in 2024, and the pirate game "Windrose" is currently storming the sales charts – pirate games are currently in vogue.

"Black Flag" is one of the most popular games in the "Assassin’s Creed" series among fans. Instead of exploring a huge city with tall buildings, in "Black Flag" you sail as pirate Edward Kenway from one Caribbean island to the next. Naval battles play an important role.

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