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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.
'Maybe there could be more to tell there' — Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced director says staff have DLC ideas, but is unsure if Freedom Cry will get remade yet
Richard Knight, director of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, revealed that the development team has ideas for downloadable content (DLC) but is unsure if the Freedom Cry expansion will be remade. He also confirmed that a New Game Plus mode is in development for the game. The team's current focus is on updating the core game and its protagonist, Edward Kenway.
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.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced’s Map Revealed, Largely Unchanged From Original
Marketing materials for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced reveal that its in-game map is largely unchanged from the original title. The remake, set to launch on July 9th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, will not include multiplayer or DLC, with a focus on Edward's original story and new modern-day moments.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced doesn't bother with the original's DLC or multiplayer because Ubisoft is focusing on a "pure, story-driven adventure"
Ubisoft is developing Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remake that will focus solely on the original game's story and Edward Kenway's adventures. The remake will not include the original's DLC or multiplayer components, as the development team is prioritizing a pure, story-driven experience. Elements from the Freedom Cry DLC may be integrated into the new narrative.
10 Ways Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Differs From Ubisoft's Original Pirate Adventure
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is receiving a remake titled Resynced, which rebuilds the game on the current Ubisoft Anvil engine. This remake introduces significant changes including updated visuals, faster combat with an emphasis on parries, new parkour moves, and the removal of frustrating tailing missions. It also adds new characters and storylines, though it notably omits multiplayer and the Freedom Cry DLC.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Won’t Feature Multiplayer or DLC
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the 2013 game, will not include multiplayer or DLC, including the Freedom Cry expansion. Creative director Paul Fu stated the team is focused on Edward's main adventure, though modern-day sections will feature new moments related to his internal struggles. The remake launches July 9th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with Standard and Deluxe editions available.
