Assassin's Creed Black Flag
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Metro 2039 reveal confirmed but it may not be the only event this week
4A Games, in conjunction with Microsoft, has confirmed the reveal of a new Metro game, titled Metro 2039, for Thursday, April 16th, during an Xbox event. This announcement comes amidst rumors of a Sony State of Play and a potential Ubisoft reveal for Assassin's Creed: Black Flag on the same day, creating a crowded schedule for gaming news.
Huge Spoilers Leaked For 007 First Light And Other Games In An Unusual Way
An Indonesian game rating system database accidentally leaked extensive story spoilers and over an hour of footage for the upcoming James Bond title 007 First Light, as well as for Bandai Namco's Echoes of Aincrad. The leak also reportedly included data for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag's remaster and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, and thousands of developer email addresses. The system is described as a work in progress with limited resources, and developers are advised to share only essential submission materials.
007: First Light, Echoes of Aincrad Spoiler-Heavy Footage Leaked by Indonesian Ratings Board
Footage from IO Interactive's upcoming James Bond game, 007: First Light, has been leaked online by the Indonesian Game Rating System, revealing significant spoilers including the game's ending. Similar leaks also affected Bandai Namco's Echoes of Aincrad, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, and Castlevania: Belmont's Curse. 007: First Light is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S on May 27th, with the Nintendo Switch version delayed to later in the summer.
"Assassin's Creed Black Flag is the best pirate game of all time" according to Windrose devs, so of course they "took inspiration" from it for their viral open-world seafaring game
The developers of the upcoming open-world seafaring game Windrose have cited Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag as their primary inspiration, calling it the best pirate game ever made. Windrose is set to launch in early access and has already garnered over 1.5 million Steam wishlists.
Viral pirate survival game Windrose has a release date, and it's very, very soon
The viral pirate survival game Windrose has announced its early access release date for April 14. The PvE survival adventure allows players to build bases, grow crews, and explore dungeons solo or with up to four friends. The game has gained significant traction, ranking high on Steam's Most Wishlisted chart.
007 First Light stalls on Switch 2—Bond fans, brace for... | TAG
Several games are experiencing delays, including 007 First Light for Nintendo Switch 2, Borderlands 4, and Disney Dreamlight Valley's update. Meanwhile, rumors suggest a new Star Fox game and a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time could be announced for the Switch 2. In other news, South Korea is distributing free PCs to combat rising costs, and Spider-Man: Brand New Day is undergoing reshoots for more humor. A report indicates a Sony State of Play is planned for April 16, potentially alongside an Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag remake announcement, and Pokémon Champions is receiving bug fixes.
Windrose, One Of Steam's Most-Wishlisted Games, Is Out Next Week To Scratch That Black Flag Itch
The highly anticipated pirate survival game Windrose is launching into Steam Early Access on April 14. Developed by Windrose Crew, the game features co-op gameplay for up to four players, ship combat, base building, and extensive content planned for its early access period. The developers estimate the game will remain in early access for one to two and a half years, with plans to increase the price upon full release.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Could Finally Be Revealed on April 16th – Rumor
Rumors suggest Ubisoft will reveal Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on April 16th, with the release potentially not far away. Insiders Tom Henderson and NateTheHate have corroborated the April 16th reveal date. The article also mentions a recent patch for Assassin's Creed Shadows on PlayStation 5.
Despite Ubisoft’s travails, we’re just eight days away from the Black Flag remake’s announcement, if leaks are to be believed
Leaks suggest that Ubisoft's remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag, tentatively titled Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, will be officially revealed on April 16. Despite recent company struggles, the remake is reportedly on track for a mid-2027 release. The game aims to refine the original's mechanics and setting.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake Announcement Reportedly Planned for Next Week
A remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is reportedly planned for announcement next week, with a potential release in the second quarter of fiscal year 2027 (June-August 2026). This information comes from Insider Gaming and ResetEra, though it should be treated as rumor. Other upcoming Assassin's Creed titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Assassin's Creed Hexe are also mentioned with their potential release windows and content plans.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake reveal seemingly set for 16th April
Ubisoft is reportedly preparing to reveal a remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag, officially titled Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynched, on April 16th. The game is expected to be released between June and August of this year, within fiscal year 2027 Q2.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake Could Anchor PS5's Summer, Reveal Next Week
Ubisoft is reportedly planning to announce a remake of Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, titled Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, as early as April 16th. The game is expected to launch between June and August 2024, potentially serving as a major title for the PlayStation 5 during the summer.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake Touted to Anchor PS5's Summer, Reveal Next Week
A remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, officially titled Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, is reportedly set to be announced next week and will launch between June and August 2024, potentially dominating the PlayStation 5's summer lineup. Ubisoft is hoping this title will help improve its financial performance.
Next Sony State Of Play Coming April 16 - Report
A report suggests Sony's next State of Play broadcast may occur on April 16, potentially focusing on third-party titles. This rumored event could coincide with an official announcement for a remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. The report also mentions potential news regarding a new Star Fox game and notes recent PlayStation 5 price increases.
After five hours with highly anticipated pirate survival game Windrose, I can see why it's one of Steam's most wishlisted games
The highly anticipated pirate survival game Windrose, developed by Windrose Crew and published by Pocketpair Publishing, is generating significant buzz on Steam. The preview highlights its engaging survival mechanics, satisfying third-person combat, and streamlined resource gathering, all set within a procedurally generated archipelago. The game aims to offer a polished and respectful player experience, with a focus on accessible sailing and ship combat that evolves from castaway survival to full-blown piracy.
Free Xbox Games Right Now Include 6 Assassin's Creed Titles
Microsoft's Free Play Days event is offering six Assassin's Creed titles for free to Xbox users this weekend. Games include Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Odyssey, Origins, Unity, Syndicate, and IV: Black Flag, all playable at 4K/60fps on Xbox Series X. Progress made during the free period can be carried over if players decide to purchase the games.
Pirate survival hit Windrose charts course for major quality-of-life improvements after 1.5M wishlists
The developers of the pirate survival game Windrose have announced upcoming quality-of-life improvements following a successful demo that garnered over 1.5 million wishlists. Planned updates include enhanced co-op features for up to eight players, varied loot drops, a hold-to-gather mechanic, FOV slider, DLSS/FSR support, and controller improvements. The game is expected to release in 2026 on PC.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows Art Director Says “Quite A Few Features” Will Carry Over to Future Titles
Assassin's Creed Shadows Art Director Thierry Dansereau stated that "quite a few features" from the game, including the Atmos weather system and ray-traced global illumination, will be incorporated into future Assassin's Creed titles. He highlighted improvements in parkour, stealth, and combat systems as part of the game's legacy for the franchise.
Assassin's Creed director says "Black Flag reused like 80% of Assassin's Creed 3," and the games industry should rely on asset reuse even more: "Maybe the future is, to use the dirty word, AI vibe-coding"
Alex Hutchinson, creative director for games like Far Cry 4 and Assassin's Creed 3, believes the games industry reuses too many assets and suggests that greater asset reuse, potentially aided by AI, could save development time. He noted that Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag reused approximately 80% of assets from Assassin's Creed 3.
"We don't reuse enough": Far Cry 4 director says developers need to stop doing "pointless work" and learn lessons from Elden Ring and Like A Dragon
Alex Hutchinson, director of Far Cry 4 and current head of Raccoon Logic, argues that game developers need to reduce "pointless work" by reusing assets more effectively, citing Elden Ring and the Like A Dragon series as positive examples. He believes this approach is crucial for efficiency in an industry facing layoffs and shrinking development cycles, contrasting it with the potential complexities of AI generation.
