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Red Bull is giving away a free Assassin's Creed Resynced sail, if you're clever enough
Red Bull is offering a free 'Wings of the Tempest' sail customization item for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced. Players can obtain the item by signing up on the Red Bull website and completing a short quiz with at least one correct answer. A Red Bull-themed Trinket called Stormrunner, which enhances healing, is also mentioned as a previous reward.
Ubisoft quietly removes one of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's "best features," and fans want…
Ubisoft has seemingly removed the ability for players to toggle Edward Kenway's hood on and off during cinematic moments, such as Leaps of Faith, in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Fans have expressed significant disappointment on platforms like Reddit and Twitter, urging the developer to restore the feature.
Assassin’s Creed 4 Black Flag Resynced Guide – All Treasure Maps And Their Locations
This guide details the locations of all intact treasure maps and their corresponding treasure chests within Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Resynced. It lists specific map names, their in-game locations, and the coordinates for both the maps and the buried treasure chests they lead to.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Review | TheXboxHub
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced offers a visually stunning and gameplay-enhanced return to Edward Kenway's pirate adventure in the Caribbean. While the modern-day storyline has been removed, the core experience of sailing, naval combat, and exploration remains a highlight, with significant improvements to combat and parkour. The remake is a worthwhile revisit for fans and newcomers alike.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: How to Get the Red Bull Trinket
This guide explains how to obtain the Stormrunner Pendant, also known as the Red Bull Trinket, in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. This trinket, found near Nassau, increases the healing received from food, drink, and remedies, enhancing player survivability.
Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced Review
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced is a faithful and visually impressive remake of the original game. However, it is hampered by a poor camera and various technical issues. The reviewer also notes the feeling of aging when a game from their teenage years receives a remake.
Black Flag Resynced: The Busy Adult's Verdict 5 Days Later
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is a faithful remake of the original pirate adventure, receiving critical acclaim and strong initial sales. However, the article notes significant player backlash on Steam due to the inclusion of extensive microtransactions and day-one DLC in the $60 single-player game.
Games Inbox: How important is the story in GTA 6?
Readers discuss their priorities for Grand Theft Auto 6, debating whether to focus on the story or explore the open world first. Other topics include the accuracy of EA Sports FC simulations, the pricing of physical games versus digital storefronts, and the quality of Donkey Kong Country Returns.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: Where to Find Drunken Sailor Sea Shanty
This guide explains how to find the "Drunken Sailor" Sea Shanty in Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. Players need to travel to Nassau, the pirate hub, and locate the shanty on a rooftop in the central area. The article also provides instructions on how to play discovered Sea Shanties during gameplay.
The entire Assassin's Creed series is hiding a secret pattern that's already told me everything I need to know…
This article analyzes a recurring pattern in the Assassin's Creed series where protagonists alternate between being 'Nerds' (devoted to the Creed) and 'Bastards' (using skills for personal amusement). The author argues this pattern, observed across games from Altair to Basim, suggests Assassin's Creed Hexe will likely feature a 'Nerd' protagonist due to its witch trial setting.
'Please Play Us When GTA 6 Comes Out': Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Developer Teases Post-Game Support
The director of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced has encouraged players to continue engaging with the game's post-game content, even with the upcoming launch of Grand Theft Auto 6. This suggests a commitment to ongoing support and community engagement for the title.
Steam Week in Review: Take cover, because it looks like more than half of Steam games will have an AI-disclosure by…
The article analyzes the increasing trend of AI disclosures on Steam, noting a significant rise in AI-flagged game launches since early 2025. If this trajectory continues, approximately half of all Steam games could be AI-flagged by 2027-2028, though most are unlikely to generate revenue. This surge in AI-generated content poses challenges for smaller developers seeking visibility on the platform.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Receiving Year-Long Support “Isn’t a Crazy Bet”, Says Director
Richard Knight, game director for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, stated that Ubisoft plans to support the remake with post-launch updates for at least a year, focusing on bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements. A New Game Plus mode is a top priority, with potential for DLC ideas to be explored later, though the original Freedom Cry expansion is unlikely to be included to maintain focus on Edward Kenway.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: How to Unlock Uncrowned Prince Rapier
This guide details how to unlock the legendary Uncrowned Prince Rapier in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Players must locate and loot a specific underwater chest west of Kingston, near Charlotte, at coordinates (500, 167). This chest also contains the Guardian Beast Figurehead.
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.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced review –
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is reviewed as one of the finest pirate games, with the Resynced version offering a gorgeous visual upgrade and welcome improvements. However, some strange removals and weaker additions prevent it from being the definitive edition.
Something for the Weekend – 18/07/26
This week's gaming news includes confirmed remasters for Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, an injury to Ryan Hurst impacting Kratos's portrayal, and an earlier release date for Hot Wheels Infinite Rush. id Software addressed recent layoffs with a positive outlook, while Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown received an expansion pass. Players are experiencing matchmaking issues with Black Ops on PlayStation, and a network test for The Duskbloods is set for August. Several games received reviews, including KAZ (9/10), Beastro (8/10), and Necrophosis Full Consciousness (7/10). New trailers were released for Marvel's Wolverine, Battlefield 6 Season 4, and Zenless Zone Zero 3.1.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several members of the team shared their gaming plans for the weekend. Callum is diving into the wrestling management simulator Total Extreme Wrestling IX, while Mark is playing unannounced games and revisiting Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Jeremy is also continuing with Black Flag, with plans to play near the coast, and Julian is considering The Incident At Galley House if wedding preparations allow.
We just awarded $500 to the PC gamer who sent us this wild Crimson Desert video, and next month it could be you
PC Gamer awarded a $500 prize to a player for a notable video submission featuring Crimson Desert. The monthly PC Gamer Clips contest encourages players to submit gameplay videos for a chance to win prizes, with the latest winner showcasing a unique horse-to-wyvern mount swap.
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.
