What Is Going on With the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake?

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It’s been a confusing couple of years for fans of the Assassin’s Creed series. Ubisoft quickly stopped adding new content to Assassin’s Creed Shadows after releasing only one expansion, and while there’s talk of other new games in the works, the most exciting news is a potential remake of what many consider the best Assassin’s Creed game ever made. The original, released in 2013, was a hit for its unique mix of ship battles, pirate adventures, and classic Assassin’s Creed gameplay, and it still feels fresh today. A remake seems likely, but instead of official announcements, fans have been bombarded with leaks, rumors, and a lot of silence from Ubisoft.

As a huge Assassin’s Creed fan, I was really surprised not to see anything about the Black Flag remake at The Game Awards. Everyone – reporters, industry folks, even people in the know – thought we’d finally get a reveal. But Ubisoft stayed completely silent, and the same goes for the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake. Honestly, with how many times this Black Flag remake has leaked, the lack of announcement feels… deliberate now. It’s starting to make me wonder what’s really going on.

Where is Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag Remake?

The Assassin’s Creed fanbase is constantly asking about one thing. With so many games in development at Ubisoft – including Codename Hexe, Invictus, and Infinity – it’s easy for smaller projects to get lost in the shuffle. But a remake of Black Flag shouldn’t be one of them. Black Flag wasn’t just a huge success for the series; it’s considered one of Ubisoft’s best games overall, loved by both players and critics. Ubisoft has also expressed interest in revisiting its older titles with modern technology and ongoing support, making the lack of a Black Flag remake particularly puzzling.

The remake of Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag has been the subject of numerous leaks, making it one of the most leaked games in recent memory. Reliable sources within the industry have hinted at its development, and job postings at Ubisoft have referenced a remake focused on naval combat – a project separate from Skull & Bones. Ubisoft Singapore’s involvement has also been suggested. However, the sheer volume and consistency of these leaks over the past year are the strongest evidence yet that the remake – reportedly titled Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced – is real. A single leak could be dismissed as an error, but repeated confirmations from various sources over a long period strongly suggest this is no accident.

Okay, so I’m really wondering why Ubisoft is being so hush-hush about what could be a huge remake. The most common idea I’ve seen is that it’s all about timing. They’re probably saving the reveal for their own event, like a Ubisoft Forward showcase, or maybe even dropping it as a surprise! With Assassin’s Creed Shadows already taking up a lot of hype for 2025, they likely don’t want to steal its thunder by announcing another massive game at the same time. It feels like Ubisoft wants to give Assassin’s Creed Shadows one last big push before the holidays hit.

There’s a strong possibility that Ubisoft won’t continue supporting Skull and Bones for much longer. They’ve announced a major update with new features like land battles and ship boarding, but announcing a remake of the popular Black Flag would likely end Skull and Bones completely. Considering how the game has been received, it seems unlikely Ubisoft would choose to keep Skull and Bones alive instead of releasing a Black Flag remake.

Is the Black Flag Remake Even Real?

It’s highly likely that a remake of Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag is happening. There’s a lot of evidence supporting it, and a rating by PEGI strongly suggests Ubisoft is working on it, despite their silence. This lack of confirmation is curious. While reports indicate development started as early as 2022, official details are scarce. Here’s a summary of what we currently know.

The Ubisoft Singapore team, which specializes in creating realistic ship systems, is heading the project, a natural fit considering their past work. They were the ones who designed the fantastic naval combat in games like Black Flag and Rogue, and also contributed to Origins. While Skull and Bones has faced criticism, its sailing and ship handling are actually quite polished, demonstrating the team’s strong skills in this area.

Recently revealed documents detailed a completely overhauled game with better sailing mechanics, improved stealth features, and realistic water effects. Adding to the excitement, a listing for a game with an unknown title surfaced online, which many fans believe is connected to this remake. A listing with a ratings board usually indicates that a game is nearing completion and the publisher is getting ready to release it – typically just months before launch.

As a big Assassin’s Creed fan, I’ve been hearing rumors about a Black Flag remake for ages, and honestly, it feels like Ubisoft is just delaying the inevitable. They usually like to be in complete control of their announcements, and I’m guessing they want to give the remake its own big moment, not just a quick mention during The Game Awards. We’re seeing more and more games announced and released pretty quickly these days, and with the huge Infinity project coming, it makes sense they’d want the remake to launch into that new platform as a major throwback experience. It’s not a matter of if it’s happening, it’s when Ubisoft will finally stop acting like everyone doesn’t already know about it!

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2025-12-13 01:11