Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag - Freedom Cry
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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has £75 of day one DLC and fans are lividPlayers are expressing anger over day-one DLC for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, with optional cosmetic packs and a map costing over £75. Ubisoft stated that the standard edition offers the complete experience and the additional packs are not required. Despite the controversy, the remake has achieved a 'mostly positive' rating on Steam.- The Swashbuckling Soundtrack for Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag (2013) Sails Onto VinylUbisoft and Laced Records are releasing the soundtrack for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag on vinyl, featuring 79 tracks on a 5LP box set and 36 tracks on a double LP. The releases include Brian Tyler's original score, music from the Freedom Cry DLC, and fan-favorite sea shanties. Exclusive colored vinyl variants are available through Laced Records, with pre-orders open now for a July 9, 2026 release alongside Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced doesn’t include the Freedom Cry DLC, Ubisoft say they made a “clear choice” to focus on Edward’s adventureUbisoft has announced that Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, launching July 9th, will not include the Freedom Cry DLC or multiplayer, focusing solely on Edward Kenway's adventure. Creative director Paul Fu stated this was a deliberate choice to prioritize the main story. While the original Black Flag will remain available, the omission of the acclaimed Freedom Cry DLC is noted as a surprising decision, especially as remasters often bundle all previous content.