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An article discusses original plans for Ryse: Son of Rome to be Microsoft's answer to Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed franchise. The game, developed by Crytek, was intended to be a flagship title for the Xbox One.
Famously buggy Assassin's Creed Unity "is one of the most underestimated games in the series," says lead who admits its "launch was a huge challenge"
Ubisoft veteran Jean Guesdon reflects on the challenging launch of Assassin's Creed Unity, admitting that the game may have pushed too many new technologies at once. Despite its buggy release, Guesdon considers Unity one of the series' most underestimated titles, highlighting its ambitious features like 1:1 scale, integrated multiplayer, and new parkour system.
Ryse: Son of Rome Had Plans To Be Xbox’s Assassin’s Creed
Ryse: Son of Rome was initially envisioned by Crytek and Xbox to span multiple historical eras, similar to the Assassin's Creed series. However, the game's critical and commercial underperformance led to the cancellation of these ambitious plans.
Worlds of Play art exhibition to run alongside Gamescom 2026
The Worlds of Play: The Game Art Exhibition will run alongside Gamescom 2026 from August 27-29 in Cologne, Germany. This free event, organized by Tencent, will showcase artworks and immersive installations from 40 games across five themed zones, including titles like DayZ, Control, Assassin's Creed, and League of Legends. Attendees can expect to see original concept art, character statues, and potentially meet game creators.
Black Flag Resynced Hides Its Connection To Assassin’s Creed Shadows, And That’s A Shame
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is a sequel to Assassin's Creed Shadows, not Assassin's Creed III, but this connection is intentionally downplayed. The article argues this is a missed opportunity, as Resynced's narrative and themes complement Shadows' story, particularly concerning the modern-day narrative elements involving artificial intelligence. The author suggests Ubisoft should have made the sequel connection more prominent, especially since the modern-day plot points in Resynced are optional.
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.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced hasn't set sail yet, but it's already doing better than Shadows on Steam
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has reportedly sold over 300,000 pre-order units on Steam, generating nearly $14 million in revenue ahead of its July 9th launch. This figure indicates it is on track to outperform Assassin's Creed Shadows' PC sales during its pre-release window. Ubisoft is also reportedly working on a remake of the original Assassin's Creed.
Black Flag Resynced Is A Bad Remake Of Peak Assassin’s Creed
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced is a remake that makes significant changes to combat, parkour, and stealth, but ultimately fails to surpass the original. While it improves some character arcs and removes irritating tailing missions, it also ditches the original's compelling modern-day narrative and introduces new problems with its engine and mission structure. The remake struggles to balance its action-RPG elements with the original's stealth focus, resulting in a game that feels like a "bizarro-world variation" of Black Flag.
The best Replay clips for June
GamesRadar+ Replay is a monthly show featuring the best user-submitted gaming clips, including highlights from Battlefield 6, Forza, Paralives, and 007 Legends. The show also covers community themes, with July's theme being Assassin's Creed. Instructions are provided for submitting clips and recording gameplay on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Skull and Bones - AAAA-skeppet som sjönk
Ubisoft's Skull and Bones, initially conceived as an expansion to Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, endured a notoriously troubled development cycle. Plagued by delays, studio controversies, and a lack of clear direction, the game eventually released in 2024 to mediocre reception, failing to live up to its "AAAA" ambitions and high development costs.
Star Wars Outlaws and the Ubisoft Problem
This opinion piece criticizes Ubisoft's current game design philosophy, arguing that a pursuit of ubiquity has led to formulaic and uninspired titles, exemplified by Star Wars Outlaws. The author contrasts this with Ubisoft's past willingness to take creative risks and explore mature themes, suggesting the company has lost its innovative edge.
Assassin's Creed is my favourite video game franchise of all time - here's why
The Assassin's Creed franchise is celebrated for its historical settings, engaging open worlds, and flexible gameplay that allows for both stealth and direct combat. Titles like Assassin's Creed Odyssey and Origins are highlighted for their compelling stories and player choice, while the upcoming remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag is anticipated for its pirate theme and naval combat.
Evening Interviews
Composer Jesper Kyd, known for his work on Assassin's Creed, reflects on his three-decade career and his passion for creating new musical experiences. The interview touches upon his creative process and the evolution of game music.
Ubisoft appoints former 2K and Amazon exec Christoph Hartmann to lead Creative House 2, overseeing Splinter Cell, The Division and Ghost Recon
Ubisoft has appointed industry veteran Christoph Hartmann as General Manager of its newly formed Creative House 2. This business unit will oversee major franchises including Splinter Cell, The Division, and Ghost Recon, as well as the recently acquired MOBA game March of Giants. Hartmann previously founded 2K Games and led Amazon's games division.
"I get very excited about trying to invent something new" – Assassin's Creed composer Jesper Kyd reflects on his three-decade career
Composer Jesper Kyd reflects on his three-decade career, highlighting his work on franchises like Assassin's Creed and Hitman. He expresses excitement for creating new themes and innovating in game music, while also acknowledging the practical need for sequels and tested concepts in the industry.
Replay's July theme is Assassin's Creed: send us your best Assassin-y clips for a chance to win a £/$250…
GamesRadar+ is hosting a community video series for July, themed around the Assassin's Creed franchise, coinciding with the release of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. Players can submit clips from any game for a chance to win one of two £/$250 Amazon vouchers, with specific prizes for the best Assassin's Creed clip and the best clip overall.
The 11 most exciting video game releases of July 2026
July 2026 is set to feature a mix of new releases and remakes across multiple platforms, including the highly anticipated Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Resynced and the debut of Halo on PlayStation 5. Nintendo will also release Rhythm Paradise Groove and Splatoon Raiders for the Switch 2, alongside an upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles 2.
Rainbow Six Siege developers go on strike through July to protest mass layoffs and RTO policies at Ubisoft Barcelona
Staff at Ubisoft Barcelona, the studio behind Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege, are striking throughout July to protest mass layoffs and return-to-office policies. The industrial action, organized by the Spanish union La Confederación General del Trabajo, includes demands for protection against future dismissals, reinstatement of promotion packages, and a return to hybrid working.
Is Black Flag Resynced Ubsisoft's Last Major Gamble
Ubisoft's decision to remake Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag with 'Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced' is seen as a potential last gamble for the struggling studio. The remake aims to improve upon the original's criticized elements like repetitive missions and combat, while retaining its popular pirate theme. This move follows Capcom's successful Resident Evil remakes and could signal a shift towards reimagining older titles for the franchise, potentially influencing future games like Assassin's Creed Hexe.
A Plague Tale Is Becoming A Top-Tier Assassin’s Creed, And I Love That
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, set to release on August 27 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, is taking the series in a new direction that feels reminiscent of classic Assassin's Creed titles. The prequel focuses on a younger Sophia and incorporates more action-oriented combat and exploration, moving away from the heavy stealth focus of its predecessors. Despite initial concerns, the demo showcased a surprisingly engaging combat system and retained the series' core essence, offering a compelling new experience.