September 17th 2025.
Ubisoft is a well-known game publisher with its own strengths and weaknesses. However, one thing they struggle with is creating remakes in a timely manner. For example, the highly anticipated remake of Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag has been rumored for years, but there has been no official announcement.
Despite the lack of confirmation, a reliable source has revealed some interesting details about the remake. Apparently, it will feature a role-playing system similar to recent titles like Assassin's Creed Odyssey and Valhalla. This is a departure from the original game, which was more of a straightforward action-adventure.
The addition of RPG elements may come as a surprise to some fans, as the series started out as a linear action game. However, the success of more recent titles that incorporated RPG mechanics may have influenced this decision. It is worth noting that the role-playing style was briefly abandoned in 2023's Assassin's Creed Mirage, but it seems to be making a comeback in the Black Flag remake.
The remake is said to have new loot and gear stats for the main character, Edward Kenway, as well as a combat system similar to the modern titles. In addition, the modern day sections of the original game will be removed and replaced with new content, addressing a common complaint among fans. The removal of these sections may also shorten the game's running time.
Interestingly, the remake will also include cut content from the original game, such as a storyline involving real-life female pirate Mary Read. This adds to the game's overall content and suggests that a significant amount of work is being put into the remake.
The map size will remain the same, but the islands will have more activities and side content than the original. This, along with the removal of loading screens when transitioning between the ship and land, will create a more seamless and immersive experience.
Despite the amount of work being put into the remake, it is not expected to have the same budget as other recent remakes like Resident Evil 2 or Silent Hill 2. It will also reuse assets from the live service game, Skull And Bones.
While the release date is still uncertain, it is rumored to be aiming for early 2026, but it could potentially be pushed back to next autumn. This may be due to the significant amount of work and resources needed to create this remake.
In the end, it seems that the Black Flag remake will offer a fresh take on the beloved pirate adventure, with new elements and content to enhance the overall experience. And with the removal of the modern day sections, it's safe to say that no one will miss them. We can only hope that Ubisoft will deliver a polished and enjoyable remake for fans to enjoy.
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