Ubisoft Confirms Black Flag Remake Development

Ubisoft has confirmed the development of a remake for its 2013 hit Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, officially titled Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, as part of a comprehensive franchise update released this week. The announcement, which includes concept art depicting protagonist Edward Kenway on his ship the Jackdaw, arrives amid ongoing rumors that have persisted since 2023 and puts an end to years of speculation about the pirate-themed adventure.

The confirmation came through Ubisoft's blog post, where the company acknowledged the persistent rumors with a nod to the franchise's motto: "Speculation around Assassin's Creed is not new, but it's worth repeating: Nothing is true. Everything is permitted. Well, except in this case, some whispers have a little more wind in their sails." The artwork shows Kenway in his signature pirate-assassin attire, perched on the ship's rigging, but Ubisoft provided no release date, gameplay footage, or detailed changes. Reports indicate the project involves studios in Singapore, Belgrade, and Bordeaux, and it will utilize the Anvil Pipeline engine for modern enhancements.

Rumors surrounding Black Flag Resynced, first fueled by hints from...