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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced brings a huge change to combat and I kind of love it
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced introduces significant changes to its combat system, which creative director Paul Fu describes as systematic and deliberate. These changes aim to make each move have a specific advantage, disadvantage, and role, moving away from overpowered strategies.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Has Plenty of Blood After All — and a Gameplay Mechanic Borrowed From Assassin's Creed Shadows
Ubisoft has provided a detailed look at the parkour, stealth, and combat features in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, confirming the inclusion of blood effects and a gameplay mechanic inspired by Assassin's Creed Shadows. The update highlights the game's core mechanics and visual presentation.
Ubisoft teams up with Backbone to offer The Division Resurgence players exclusive in-game rewards — here's…
Ubisoft has partnered with Backbone to offer exclusive in-game rewards for players of The Division Resurgence. Backbone users can claim a bundle of three Superior-tier perks by connecting their Ubisoft Connect account and redeeming the offer through the Backbone app. The collaboration aims to enhance the mobile gaming experience with Backbone controller support.
New Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced gameplay footage teases inclusion of a stealth mechanic from AC Shadows
Ubisoft has released new gameplay footage for Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, showcasing the integration of the Observe Mode stealth mechanic from Assassin's Creed Shadows. The remake, launching July 9 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, also introduces a dedicated crouch button to enhance stealth gameplay and advanced combat options.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era enjoys mighty opening weekend
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has achieved a successful launch weekend, selling over 650,000 copies and reaching a peak of over 60,000 concurrent players. The turn-based strategy game, developed by Unfrozen Studio and published by Hooded Horse and Ubisoft, is currently available in early access on PC. The developers have released three patches and plan to share a full development roadmap soon.
Feel the rhythm of Rio – Maracanã and Rio de Janeiro arrive in Copa City
Copa City has been delayed to June 16, 2026, to ensure a simultaneous multi-platform release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The football management simulation will now include Rio de Janeiro and the iconic Maracanã Stadium as part of its launch lineup, with Fluminense FC also added as post-launch paid content. The game's developer, Triple Espresso, cited the need for additional time to address platform certification feedback as the reason for the delay.
How The Team Behind Sniper Elite Uses A Few "Stupid" Tricks To Stand Out On Steam
Rebellion CEO Jason Kingsley discusses how the studio behind Sniper Elite and Atomfall uses simple, descriptive game titles and focuses on delivering immediate gameplay experiences to stand out on Steam. He explains that controlling budgets and ambition, along with clear naming conventions, are crucial for self-funded studios competing in a crowded market. Kingsley also touches on the importance of the refund window and how it necessitates delivering on the game's core premise early in the player's experience.
Star Wars Fate Of The Old Republic devs are mostly ex-BioWare and KOTOR veterans
Arcanaut Studios has revealed more about its upcoming Star Wars: Fate Of The Old Republic, a spiritual successor to Knights Of The Old Republic. The development team is largely comprised of former BioWare veterans who worked on the original KOTOR and other acclaimed RPGs like Mass Effect and Dragon Age. Director Casey Hudson founded Arcanaut Studios last year, and the game is expected to release before 2030.
The Next Assassin's Creed Sure Isn't What We Expected
Ubisoft has announced 'Heredis,' an original Assassin's Creed live show featuring acrobatics and parkour, set to premiere in Montreal. In other franchise news, the remake Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced is slated for release on July 9 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Additionally, Assassin's Creed: Hexe has lost its director, Benoit Richer, who departed Ubisoft to co-found Servo Games.
Games Inbox: Is Saros on PS5 a disappointment?
Readers discuss their experiences and opinions on recent games and industry trends. One reader expresses disappointment with Saros despite enjoying Returnal, citing repetitive environments and a less engaging skill tree. Another reader laments the lack of a new Star Wars Battlefront game and questions the direction of Star Wars games. Other topics include concerns about the longevity of game companies, the potential for Grand Theft Auto 6 to include subscription services, and the ongoing buzz around Resident Evil.
Assassin’s Creed Invictus Gameplay Featured Iconic Characters Fighting in Arenas – Rumor
Recent reports suggest Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Invictus, a multiplayer project, will feature arena-based combat with iconic franchise characters rather than obstacle courses. Gameplay footage reportedly shows arenas from Assassin's Creed Mirage and Odyssey, with "several iconic Assassins" as playable characters. Internal feedback from a Ubisoft developer criticized the game's animations, character designs, and sound effects, questioning its target audience and potential for microtransactions.
Rumour: Assassin's Creed Invictus Is So Bad That It Could Get Cancelled
Reports suggest that Ubisoft's upcoming multiplayer Assassin's Creed title, codenamed Assassin's Creed Invictus, is performing poorly in playtests. There is a possibility the game could be delayed or even cancelled due to its current state, despite being in development for several years and reportedly led by the For Honor team.
Announcing The Breaking Room: Shatter everything, from a coffee cup to a skyscraper, in this physics-based destruction clicker
The Breaking Room, a physics-based destruction clicker developed by djuD, is set to release in Q4 2026 on PC via Steam. The game features incremental gameplay where players use telekinetic abilities to shatter environments, with upgradeable stats and researchable compounds. The developer, djuD, has over 10 years of AAA industry experience, having worked at companies like Ubisoft and Behaviour Interactive.
Assassin’s Creed Invictus Could Be Delayed Due to Awful Playtest Feedback
Assassin's Creed Invictus may face delays or cancellation due to overwhelmingly negative feedback from recent playtests, according to leaker xj0nathan. Insider Gaming corroborated that playtests occurred and reported similar findings. The multiplayer title has already experienced several delays.
Assassin’s Creed Invictus Playtester Find The Game Awful
Recent leaks suggest that playtesters found the upcoming multiplayer game Assassin's Creed Invictus to be in poor condition, with one report describing it as "awful." The game, which is being developed by Ubisoft Montreal, has reportedly faced delays and may be pushed back from its initial 2025 release window. This follows a trend of live service games failing to meet expectations, raising questions about Assassin's Creed Invictus's future.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era Sales Hit 500k in 72 Hours
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has achieved over 500,000 sales within 72 hours of its release, doubling its initial 250,000 sales from the first day. The strategy RPG also reached a new peak of 60,000 concurrent players on Steam. The game is available on PC via Steam Early Access and PC Game Pass.
2017's Ghost Recon Wildlands is a gloriously chaotic shooter that's more than the sum of its parts
Ghost Recon Wildlands, released in 2017, is a gloriously chaotic open-world tactical shooter that offers a sprawling world and engaging gameplay loops. Despite some repetition in missions and a lack of deep stealth mechanics, the game's emergent chaos and satisfying tactical moments make it a worthwhile experience. The article highlights the game's strengths in its early missions and its ability to create memorable, unplanned scenarios.
Rumored PVP Assassin’s Creed game could be the next one on the chopping block after ‘f**king awful’ private playtest
Ubisoft's rumored PVP Assassin's Creed game, codenamed Invictus, is reportedly facing delays or cancellation following a poorly received private playtest. Sources describe the game, which is said to resemble Fall Guys with an Assassin's Creed twist, as 'fucking awful.' This comes as Ubisoft has been canceling multiple projects amid significant financial losses and a decline in stock value.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced uses the same engine as Shadows to offer "dynamic weather," "destructible objects," and way better water
The upcoming remake Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will utilize the same Anvil Engine as Assassin's Creed Shadows. This allows for upgraded features such as dynamic weather and destructible objects, enhancing the original pirate adventure's ocean experience.
Games Leaving PS Plus in June 2026 May Include Hit Action Game
Sony is expected to announce the list of games departing PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in June 2026. Predictions suggest titles added around May and June 2025, such as Another Crab's Treasure and Skull & Bones, may be removed, following a pattern of games leaving after 12 or 24 months.
