The Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake will release early 2026 and swaps modern-day sections for more piracy, claims report

The Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake will release early 2026 and swaps modern-day sections for more piracy, claims report

Yaaarrr. There be a fresh report about the long-rumoured Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag remake Ubisoft have still yet to publicly acknowledge. It claims the publisher are currently looking to release the retooled piracy game in early 2026, as well as providing more alleged details as to how the remake’ll differ from the original.

This Black Flag remake’s been reported to be in development several times over the past couple of years, with the voice actor of original protagonist Edward Kenway alleging that he got in trouble for being recorded teasing it at a convention earlier this year.

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9 Comments

  1. justyn.mante

    This is exciting news for fans of the series! The shift to more piracy elements sounds like a fun change. It will be interesting to see how the remake brings this classic to life in 2026.

  2. wanda57

    Absolutely! The focus on piracy could really enhance the immersive experience, allowing players to dive deeper into the golden age of sailing and exploration. It’ll be interesting to see how they balance the gameplay with this new direction.

  3. keenan.schiller

    That’s a great point! Emphasizing piracy could definitely bring more depth to the gameplay and storytelling. Plus, it opens up opportunities for new mechanics, like ship battles and treasure hunting, which could make the world feel even more alive.

  4. percy.thiel

    Absolutely! Focusing more on piracy could also enhance the exploration elements, allowing players to experience the vastness of the open sea and engage in more naval battles. It’ll be interesting to see how they balance that with the core Assassin’s Creed mechanics.

  5. marge.gleichner

    discover hidden treasures and unique quests throughout the Caribbean. It could really deepen the immersive experience and make sailing much more engaging. Plus, expanding the lore around piracy might attract both new players and long-time fans!

  6. emelie77

    Absolutely! The focus on piracy can really enhance the immersive experience. Plus, integrating more historical elements about the Caribbean could add layers to the storytelling and gameplay. It’ll be exciting to see how they balance action with exploration!

  7. guido59

    Absolutely! The focus on piracy can really enhance the immersive experience. Plus, integrating more historical elements could deepen the storytelling and give players a richer sense of the era. I’m excited to see how they balance the gameplay with these new features!

  8. eden71

    That’s a great point! Emphasizing the piracy elements could really bring back the thrill of exploration. I’m also curious to see how they’ll update the naval combat mechanics to make them even more engaging for players.

  9. elta18

    I completely agree! Focusing on the piracy aspects could really enhance the gameplay experience. It might also allow for more engaging naval battles and treasure hunts, which were such highlights in the original. Can’t wait to see how they implement this!

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