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Retro Gamer

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced lead begs fans to "please play us when when GTA 6 comes out" as he…

Richard Knight, game director for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, hopes players will continue to engage with the game even after Grand Theft Auto 6 releases in November. He indicated that post-launch support, including bug fixes and quality-of-life updates like New Game Plus, is planned, though a formal roadmap has not been revealed. Knight also mentioned that the team has ideas for DLC focused on Edward Kenway's story.

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Retro Gamer

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced required devs to "rebuild" the 2013 game because Ubisoft…

Ubisoft developers had to rebuild Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag from scratch for the remake, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, due to the original 2013 code being unusable. Game director Richard Knight stated that the team is essentially making a brand new game, using the original as a reference rather than reusing its codebase. This approach allows for significant improvements and changes in the remake.

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Gaming Bolt

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Team Has “DLC Ideas,” But Freedom Cry Remains Up in the Air

Ubisoft Singapore is considering DLC ideas for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, with game director Richard Knight stating that some team members have concepts. However, the possibility of Freedom Cry being re-released remains uncertain due to the team's current focus on the main game and its updates. The developer is also working on New Game Plus and addressing fan feedback for the recently released title.

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IGN

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced New Game Plus Confirmed as Ubisoft Marks 3 Million Copies Sold

Ubisoft has confirmed that New Game Plus will be added to Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. This announcement comes as the remake has surpassed 3 million copies sold.

Retro Gamer

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced players keep spoiling Ubisoft's community treasure hunt with…

Players of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced have quickly completed Ubisoft's in-game community treasure hunt for July, finding all three hidden chests within days. The event, which was intended to span the entire month with weekly clues, yielded rewards such as in-game currency, legendary ship parts, and a rare outfit from the original 2013 game. Ubisoft acknowledged the community's swift success, noting that players' treasure-hunting skills surpassed their planned reveal schedule.

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Retro Gamer

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will soon let you hide Edward's blowpipe, lead confirms: "The…

Ubisoft is considering adding a feature to Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced that would allow players to hide Edward Kenway's blowpipe. Game director Richard Knight confirmed that a programmer is working on the requested toggle, which is a popular community request for the remake.

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Nintendo Everything

Famitsu software sales (7/6/26 – 7/12/26) – Top 30

Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of July 6-12, 2026. Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch topped the charts with over 126,000 units sold. The data includes sales figures for various titles across Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.

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Gaming Bolt

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Crosses 3 Million Copies Sold

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has sold over three million copies in its first week, generating significant revenue on PC via Steam. Ubisoft has confirmed that a New Game Plus mode is in development, with details to follow. The game is available on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5, and also through Ubisoft+.

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Gaming Bolt

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Team is Working on Option to Hide the Blowpipe

The development team for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is working on an update to allow players to hide the blowpipe, according to game director Richard Knight. Knight also discussed the challenges of implementing such features and mentioned that a New Game Plus mode is also in development. The game, released on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, has performed well despite early criticism regarding DLC.

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Nintendo Smash

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: Where to Find Exotic Sea Shells Trinket

This guide explains how to find the Exotic Sea Shells Trinket in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. This trinket, found in Havana, doubles the resources gained from skinning animals, making it valuable for crafting and upgrades throughout the game.

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Retro Gamer

Edward Kenway's actor gave me one piece of advice before playing Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, and…

This review explores Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remake that has captivated a player who previously never engaged with the original. The reviewer praises the gorgeous visuals, engaging sailing mechanics, and the abundance of activities available in the Caribbean setting. Actor Matt Ryan, who voiced Edward Kenway, recommended starting with the remake, a decision the reviewer found rewarding due to the game's fluid open-world structure and impressive lack of loading screens on PlayStation 5.

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Retro Gamer

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced devs already "have DLC ideas," lead confirms, but that doesn't mean Freedom Cry is coming: "It's definitely a game we remember"

Developers of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced have expressed interest in creating DLC for the game, though a direct continuation of the Freedom Cry expansion is not currently planned. Game director Richard Knight confirmed that the team has ideas for future content but must balance them with updating the core game and future projects. The focus remains on Edward Kenway's story and the world of the original Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag.

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Nintendo Everything

Famitsu sales (7/6/26 – 7/12/26) – first week sales revealed for Digimon Story: Time Stranger, Granblue Fantasy on Nintendo Switch 2

Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of July 6th to July 12th. The Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales with 28,755 units, followed by the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition. Top software titles included Rhythm Heaven Groove, Magical Girl Witch Trial, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, with new releases like Digimon Story: Time Stranger and Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok charting on both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.

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Eurogamer

Ubisoft is working on Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced New Game Plus

Ubisoft is currently in the early stages of developing a New Game Plus mode for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, according to game director Richard Knight. This feature is considered low-risk due to the development of a similar mode for Assassin's Creed Shadows. While specific release details are unavailable, the team is discussing potential unique rewards for the mode.

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Playstation Lifestyle

PlayStation Portal Gets Highly Demanded Streaming Library Update

Sony has released an update for the PlayStation Portal, allowing direct cloud streaming of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced. Previously, users without a PlayStation 5 console had to wait for games to be streamable, but this update enables direct streaming for the popular remake. A PlayStation Plus Premium subscription is required for this feature.

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FZ.se

Quiz: Klassiker du borde ha spelat

This article presents a quiz challenging readers' knowledge of classic video games. It encourages a look back at influential titles that have shaped genres or were perhaps missed by many. The piece also touches upon various other gaming news and community discussions.

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Checkpoint Gaming

Ubisoft Barcelona is on strike, while Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced gets the best launch on Steam

Employees at Ubisoft Barcelona have gone on a 3-day strike protesting recent layoffs, despite the company announcing that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced achieved 2 million sales in its first 24 hours on Steam. The studio, which contributed significantly to the remaster, is reportedly being shifted to focus solely on the Rainbow Six franchise. This news comes as the game's DLC is criticized for its high cost relative to the base game.

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Gaming Bolt

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Team Focused on Core Combat Because Edward is Already Powerful

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced game director Richard Knight explained that core combat was prioritized over features like picking up enemy weapons due to protagonist Edward Kenway's existing power. Despite mixed reviews on PC regarding microtransactions, Ubisoft stated the Standard Edition is complete and optional DLCs offer power boosts. The game has achieved significant player counts on Steam and generated substantial revenue from its DLC packs.

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Gaming Bolt

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is Getting New Game Plus: “It’s At The Top of the List”

Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is confirmed to be working on a New Game Plus mode, according to game director Richard Knight. While a release date is not yet set, it is a high priority for the development team. The game has sold over two million units on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.

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Gaming Bolt

Assassin’s Creed Black Resynced Update Fixes 30 FPS Cutscenes on PC and Removes Double-Jumping

Ubisoft has released the first Title Update for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, addressing numerous issues across PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5. Key fixes include resolving PC cutscene frame rate locks to 30 FPS, improving overall performance and stability, and correcting various save/load and localization problems. The update also removes the unintended double-jump ability.

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