"Don't expect much from the Black Flag remake": authoritative insider urges not to inflate expectations for the updated version of Assassinʼs Creed IV
According to numerous journalists and insiders, Ubisoft is developing a remake of Assassinʼs Creed IV: Black Flag.
For many fans of the series this game is a favourite, they nostalgically remember the incredible battles in the Caribbean Sea and hope that the developers will significantly improve the action of 2013 and bring it closer to modern standards of graphics.
However, do not overestimate your expectations - a reputable insider warns about it.
Here's What We Know
French blogger j0nathan has repeatedly proved that he is well acquainted with Ubisoft's plans and provided reliable information. He reported that the Black Flag remake will not feature any drastic changes or brand new mechanics, nor will there likely be an expansion to the story. The insider warns that Project Obsidian will not compare to remakes of Resident Evil 2 or Final Fantasy VII and will only offer improved graphics and increased detail.
Don't expect much from the Black Flag remake: it will mostly be a graphical upgrade with minor gameplay improvements, but overall the game will be the same. Unfortunately, it won't be on the same level as the RE2 or FF7 remakes.
N'attendez pas grand chose du remake de Black Flag, ce sera majoritairement juste un update graphique avec de légères améliorations de gameplay, mais globalement le jeu sera le même. Ca ne sera malheureusement pas au niveau des remakes de RE2 ou FF7. pic.twitter.com/cD1rqdSB5b
- j0nathan (@xj0nathan) March 31, 2025
The Insider: Assassin's Creed Hexe won't be released until 2027, but gamers will be getting a Black Flag remake soon enough is expected to be released in 2026.
Source: @xj0nathan
