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Assassin’s Creed announces everything, everywhere, all at once: new sequel, Black Flag remake, and new ‘PvP multiplayer’ experience
Ubisoft has revealed multiple upcoming titles in the Assassin's Creed franchise, including a remake of Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag titled Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, the next main entry Codename HEXE, and a PvP multiplayer experience called Codename INVICTUS. The company also provided an update on Assassin's Creed Jade and confirmed its ongoing commitment to the series with diverse experiences.
The Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake has been confirmed, and gaming's worst-kept secret is finally real
The remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag has been officially confirmed. This news follows speculation about the game's status, putting an end to rumors about its development.
Ubisoft Finally Teases Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced With Concept Art
Ubisoft has officially teased Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a rumored remake or remaster, by releasing concept art. The company also provided updates on other projects, including Assassin's Creed Hexe and Invictus, and confirmed that support for Assassin's Creed Shadows will begin to wind down.
Ubisoft Officially Reveals Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Remake, Gives Hexe and PvP Game Updates
Ubisoft has officially confirmed a remake of Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, alongside updates on Assassin's Creed Hexe and the PvP title Invictus. The franchise's new content boss, Jean Guesdon, also mentioned other projects in development, including Assassin's Creed Jade, and the potential return of co-op.
Ubisoft finally confirms the Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag remake is real, and it's dropping the…
Ubisoft has officially confirmed the long-rumored remake of Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag. The announcement was made via an email to press, also mentioning future co-op Assassin's Creed games and the upcoming Netflix show. The remake's title appears to omit the '4', a decision sparking speculation about its marketing strategy.
Ubisoft talk up "unique, darker" Assassin's Creed Hexe, also promise their Invictus multiplayer game is making progress
Ubisoft provided an update on upcoming Assassin's Creed titles, confirming that Assassin's Creed Codename Invictus is progressing steadily and that the company aims to reintroduce co-op gameplay. Assassin's Creed Hexe is described as a unique, darker, narrative-driven experience, while post-release support for Assassin's Creed Shadows is winding down.
Assassin’s Creed brand update – Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Assassin’s Creed Unity frame rate patch, more
Ubisoft has provided an update on the Assassin's Creed brand, detailing improvements for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag and a frame rate patch for Assassin's Creed Unity. Further details on these updates and the brand's future were shared.
Ubisoft Finally Confirms Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, the Remake We All Knew Was Coming - IGN
Ubisoft has officially confirmed Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the 2013 title, releasing concept art and details about the franchise's future. The remake is expected later this year and will reportedly feature visual and gameplay upgrades, though modern-day gameplay sections may be removed. Post-launch support for Assassin's Creed Shadows is also winding down as Ubisoft shifts focus to upcoming titles like Codename Hexe.
Assassin's Creed Shadows 'Moving Into Its Final Phase of Support,' Though Ubisoft Promises a Final 'Few Surprises' - IGN
Ubisoft is winding down support for Assassin's Creed Shadows, with the game entering its final phase of updates after its first anniversary. While no major new content or expansions are planned, the company has promised a few surprises. Development focus is now shifting towards future Assassin's Creed titles, including Codename Hexe and the multiplayer Codename Invictus.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remaster/Remake Basically Confirmed
Ubisoft has confirmed a remaster or remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is in development, hinted at by an image titled 'Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced' in a recent brand update. The update also provided details on Assassin's Creed Shadows, Codename Hexe, Codename Invictus, and Assassin's Creed Jade, alongside news of a free 60fps patch for Assassin's Creed Unity on PlayStation 5 and Xbox One.
Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag Remake Officially Confirmed by Ubisoft in New “Resynced” Concept Art
Ubisoft has officially confirmed the remake of Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, titled Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. The announcement was accompanied by new concept art and a statement from Vantage Studios' head of content, Jean Guesdon, hinting at the game's development. While details are scarce, rumors suggest cut modern-day segments have been replaced with new quests, loading screens are removed, and weather effects will be improved.
Två Far Cry-spel på gång, liksom flera Assassin's Creeds
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot confirmed that two new Far Cry titles and multiple Assassin's Creed games are in development. The Assassin's Creed franchise will include both singleplayer and multiplayer experiences, with titles like Assassin's Creed Hexe and a rumored Black Flag remake in the works. The company is also focusing on its Vantage Studios division, which oversees these major franchises.
Assassin's Creed Hexe mister toppnamn
Clint Hocking has left Ubisoft again, stepping down as creative director for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Hexe. Jean Guesdon, known for his work on Black Flag and Origins, will take over as creative director for Hexe and lead the entire Assassin's Creed series. Little is known about Hexe, but theories suggest it will focus on the witch trials in the Holy Roman Empire and feature a more linear experience where players control a witch named Elsa.
Skull and Bones | A Hearty Pirate RPG
Skull and Bones is a pirate-themed MMORPG from Ubisoft that allows players to create a captain and build a pirate empire in the Indian Ocean. The game features extensive ship customization, naval combat, trade routes, and supernatural elements. Players can engage in quests given by various NPCs, upgrade their ships, and craft new weapons and armor. The Smuggler Pass offers cosmetic rewards, and while PvP is optional, it is present in certain world events. The reviewer highly recommends the game for fans of pirate lore and naval combat.
Assassin's Creed 3 director discusses the disastrous launch of Skull and Bones, says the 'junior' devs didn't have enough experience and were 'trying to essentially make Black Flag crossed with World of Tanks or World of Warships'
Alex Hutchinson, creative director of Assassin's Creed 3, believes the troubled development and launch of Skull and Bones stemmed from a junior development team lacking experience and the concept being too similar to previously released games. He described the idea as 'bizarre' and 'stale,' comparing the team's ambition to merging Black Flag with naval combat games like World of Tanks.
Assassin's Creed gets biggest shake-up yet as Hexe director leaves Ubisoft
Clint Hocking, the creative director for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Hexe, has departed from Ubisoft. Development will continue under new creative director Jean Guesdon, who will also oversee the franchise's direction at Vantage Studios alongside Martin Schelling and François de Billy. This departure follows other recent changes within the Assassin's Creed brand at Ubisoft.
"Ideas have a window, they age out and become stale" - Assassin's Creed 3 director Alex Hutchinson outlines what went wrong with Skull and Bones
Alex Hutchinson, creative director for Assassin's Creed 3 and Far Cry 4, believes that the core ideas for Skull and Bones had become stale by the time of its development. He also cited a lack of experience within the primary development team as a major factor contributing to the game's difficult production and eventual struggles.
Ubisoft announces new Assassin's Creed leadership team
Ubisoft has announced a new leadership team for its Assassin's Creed franchise within its Vantage Studios creative house. Martin Schelling, Jean Guesdon, and François de Billy will lead the brand strategy, creative direction, and production excellence, respectively. This announcement comes as part of a larger company restructuring that includes partnerships and the cancellation of some games.
New Assassin's Creed "Leadership Team" Revealed by Ubisoft
Ubisoft has announced a new leadership team for the Assassin's Creed franchise, appointing Martin Schelling as Head of Brand, Jean Guesdon as Head of Content, and Francois de Billy as Head of Production Excellence. These individuals bring extensive experience from previous Assassin's Creed titles like Black Flag, Valhalla, and Origins. This announcement follows the departure of former franchise boss Marc-Alexis Côté and a broader company restructuring that included layoffs and the cancellation of the Prince of Persia remake.
Ubisoft picks series veterans for new Assassin's Creed leadership team
Ubisoft's subsidiary Vantage Studios has appointed Martin Schelling as Head of Assassin's Creed Brand, Jean Guesdon as Head of Content, and François de Billy as Head of Production Excellence. These series veterans will lead the brand's strategy, creative direction, and production practices.
