Assassin's Creed Black Flag
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How to repair your ship in Black Flag Resynced
This guide explains how to repair the Jackdaw ship in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Players can pay for repairs at a Harbourmaster using Reales or board enemy ships and select the Repair option. The Jackdaw also has limited passive health regeneration outside of combat.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced reportedly has a bug that can wipe hours of playtime, but Ubisoft is working…
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced reportedly contains a bug that can cause players to lose several hours of progress, particularly when unfinished Templar Hunt sidequests conflict with main story missions. Ubisoft has acknowledged the issue and is working on a fix for an upcoming update.
Quiz – Harrrr du koll på pirater i spelvärlden?
Ubisoft has released Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, prompting a pirate-themed quiz to test players' knowledge of pirates in gaming history. The article encourages participation and highlights the release of the remastered game.
A Pirate Classic Returns As Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Sets Sail
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a modernized version of the 2013 pirate adventure, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. This reimagining features rebuilt mechanics, enhanced visuals with ray tracing, and additional story content, including new pirate characters and ship upgrades. The game is available in Standard and Deluxe editions, with the latter including exclusive cosmetic packs.
Evening Reading - July 8, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several game updates and news items, including the Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced review, EVE Vanguard's alpha playtest, and the upcoming shutdown of Mario Kart Tour and Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis. It also touches on Apple's chip testing and a new deal with Broadcom, mentions Obsidian Entertainment's potential pivot to a Fallout game, and highlights community creations in Minecraft. Additionally, it notes John Oliver's appearance on General Hospital and the announcement of the first four teams in the Women's Pro Baseball League.
Games Inbox: Is The Elder Scrolls 6 going to be worth the wait?
Readers express concerns about the lengthy development of The Elder Scrolls 6, criticizing Bethesda's recent game output and treatment of developers. The discussion also touches upon the shift to digital-only distribution, the impact of layoffs at Microsoft and Bethesda, and the future of subscription services like Game Pass.
The Crew Motorfest Is Making Its Way To The Switch 2 on October 8th
Ubisoft announced that The Crew Motorfest will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 8th. The game has surpassed 10 million players and will receive updates and improvements for its launch on the new platform. The Crew Motorfest is described as an arcade racer comparable to the Forza Horizon franchise.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Has Already Sold Over 300,000 Copies on Steam – Rumor
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has reportedly sold over 300,000 copies on Steam since its release, generating nearly $14 million. Analyst Rhys Elliot estimates the remake has already outsold Skull & Bones' entire Steam lifetime run and is on track to surpass Assassin's Creed Shadows' Steam sales. The success is attributed to nostalgia, a lower price point than the industry standard $70, and Ubisoft's need for a financially stable title following the underperformance of its live service games.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is Out Now, Launch Trailer Remakes a 2013 Fan-Favorite
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has been released, featuring a new launch trailer that recreates a beloved fan-favorite trailer from E3 2013. The remake includes new content such as eight end-game missions and revamped combat and parkour systems. It is available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Final Graphics Analysis – A Stunning Remake
This analysis delves into the graphical and performance enhancements of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on PC and PlayStation 5 Pro. The remake features significant upgrades in water simulation, lighting with ray tracing, and draw distances, making the world feel more alive. While PC offers superior performance and detail, the PS5 Pro provides a compelling experience with minimal frame rate fluctuations.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Nearly Hits 100,000 Concurrent on Steam Amid “Mixed” Reviews
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the 2013 game, has achieved nearly 100,000 concurrent players on Steam shortly after its release. Despite the strong player numbers, the game has received "Mixed" reviews, with many users criticizing the inclusion of additional microtransactions for content not present in the Deluxe Edition, as well as other changes like cutscenes capped at 30 frames per second.
10 Upcoming Games With The Highest Stakes
This article discusses ten upcoming video games with high expectations, including Grand Theft Auto 6, Marvel's Wolverine, and Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. It highlights the potential challenges and anticipated successes for each title, considering factors like franchise legacy, developer ambition, and innovative gameplay mechanics. The games are set to release between late 2026 and early 2027 on platforms like PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Guide – 15 Best Tips and Tricks
This guide for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced offers 15 tips and tricks to master pirating gameplay. It covers advanced parkour, utilizing Eagle Vision and combat mechanics, improving the Jackdaw, and customizing difficulty settings.
The 12 best pirate video games and how to play them right now
This article lists and discusses the 12 best pirate-themed video games available to play. It covers a range of titles from classic adventure games like The Secret of Monkey Island to modern titles such as Sea of Thieves and Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, detailing their availability on various platforms and their unique pirate elements.
How to get Data Fragments in Black Flag Resynced
This guide explains how to obtain Data Fragments in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, a feature similar to those found in Assassin's Creed Shadows. Data Fragments are earned by completing timed anomalies around the Caribbean, such as sinking corrupted ships or solving puzzles, and can be spent on unlocking special cosmetics and keys within the Animus projects.
How to access Black Flag Resynced's new content in order
This guide details the new content added in Black Flag Resynced, a modification for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. It outlines the order in which new quests, combat mechanics, ship upgrades, and cosmetic items become available, starting from Sequence 3 and progressing through the game's later stages.
How to get all 12 Ultimate Ship Plans in Black Flag Resynced
This guide details the locations of all 12 Ultimate Ship Plans in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, which are necessary for fully upgrading the Jackdaw. Players must complete the 'Diving for Medicine' mission to access underwater locations, and the plans can be purchased from shipmasters after collection.
How to get all 28 outfits in Black Flag Resynced
This guide details how to obtain all 28 outfits in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced. Many outfits are acquired through crafting, merchant purchases, or completing specific quests and treasure maps, with some new additions and location changes from the original game.
How to beat all four legendary ships in Black Flag Resynced
This guide details how to defeat the four legendary ships in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, which have been enhanced with new gimmicks and phases. It provides strategies for each ship, including El Impoluto, HMS Fearless & Royal Sovereign, La Dama Negra, and HMS Prince, emphasizing the importance of an upgraded Jackdaw and newly recruited naval officers for success.
All 16 Mayan stone locations in Black Flag Resynced
This guide details the locations of all 16 Mayan stones in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, a key collectible required to unlock the Mayan Armor. The article provides coordinates and puzzle solutions for each stele, noting that some locations have shifted from the original game. Collecting all 16 stones is necessary to complete the Mayan Mystery task and obtain the armor, which now includes a perk to deflect projectiles.
