Assassin's Creed Shadows
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"It has done something useful for the world": how Ubisoft uses its games to create content for museums and TVUbisoft is leveraging its video game assets to create educational content for museums and television. The company's SVP of new business, Deborah Papiernik, highlighted how games like Assassin's Creed Origins and Mirage, along with Far Cry Primal, have been adapted into "Discovery Tours" and digital films for institutions. These collaborations, while not a significant revenue source, help museums increase visitor engagement and provide unique historical and scientific narratives affordably.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced creative lead says "the world of the Caribbean is a little bit more dense" compared to Shadows' take on JapanThe creative director for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, Paul Fu, stated that the remake's Caribbean setting is more densely populated with NPCs than the world in Assassin's Creed Shadows. He explained that the number of characters on man-of-war ships and in port towns presented a development challenge. Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is set to release on July 9.
PS5 Days of Play sale is live now – here are the best UK discountsSony's annual Days of Play sale is now live, offering discounts of up to 75% on PlayStation 5 games and PlayStation Plus subscriptions in the UK. While consoles are not discounted, deals are available on the PlayStation VR2 headset, DualSense controllers, and various accessories. Hundreds of PS5 and PS4 games are also on sale, with notable discounts on titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
30+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Days of Play SaleThe PlayStation Store's Days of Play sale is offering discounts on numerous PS5 and PS4 games until June 10th. This guide highlights recommended titles, including Assassin's Creed Shadows, Battlefield 6, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, all of which have received high scores and are at their lowest prices.- 30+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Days of Play Sale (North America/Europe)The PlayStation Store's Days of Play sale is offering discounts on numerous PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 titles until June 10th. This guide highlights recommended games that have received high scores, with many reaching new lowest-ever prices.
- Last Chance to Get These 40+ PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Days of Play SaleThe PlayStation Store's Days of Play sale is offering discounts on over 40 PS5 and PS4 games until June 10th. The sale includes titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows, Astro Bot, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, with some games reaching new lowest-ever prices.
- 40+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Days of Play Sale (North America/Europe)The PlayStation Store's Days of Play sale is now live in North America and Europe, featuring discounts on over 40 PS5 and PS4 games until June 10th. The sale includes titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows, Astro Bot, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, with some games reaching their lowest prices ever.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced removed loading screens "between naval gameplay" thanks to…Ubisoft has detailed improvements for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, focusing on its naval gameplay. The remake will feature a more seamless open world with no loading screens during naval exploration, enhanced dynamic weather systems including waterspouts and lightning, and new navigation tools like Pathfinder and autopilot. The game aims to be truer to life and preserve the original's spirit of freedom while meeting modern standards.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag's Edward Kenway is "a really bad assassin," says Resynced's game director, so Ubisoft had to recapture his "spirit" in the remakeRichard Knight, game director for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, stated that Edward Kenway was initially a "really bad assassin" in the original game, driven by money rather than Templar opposition. The remake aims to recapture Kenway's spirit and enhance his character arc with greater fidelity and modern gameplay, incorporating narrative ideas from the early 2010s.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's "open-world spirit of freedom" is defined by one mysterious…Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced aims to revitalize the original game's open-world experience by adding more narrative depth and hand-crafted island content, without sacrificing its core spirit of freedom. Creative director Paul Fu and lead level designer Julian Koch explain how new details and gameplay mechanics, such as Edward commenting on every location and the ability to crouch, enhance exploration and discovery.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 director says Ubisoft is the size of "70 Warhorse sized studios" even "after layoffs," and it could make "10 KCD2 sized games, each developed for 7 years, released every year"Warhorse Studios director Daniel Vávra commented on Ubisoft's large workforce, stating that the company's 16,600 employees are equivalent to about 70 Warhorse-sized studios. He suggested this scale could allow for the annual release of multiple Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2-sized games. The article also touches on Ubisoft's recent layoffs and game cancellations.- EU Politician Muddies Waters On “Stop Killing Games” With Rant On WokenessA European Union parliamentary debate on the "Stop Killing Games" movement, which advocates for publishers to keep games online after purchase, was sidetracked by Slovakian politician Milan Uhrik. Uhrik focused on "wokeness" and "aggressive monetization," citing Assassin's Creed Shadows as an example of forced political correctness. The discussion also touched upon Ubisoft's decision to shut down The Crew and the industry's perspective on games as a service.
EU politician says killing games is bad, but 'wokeness' and the Black samurai Yasuke are the real problemDuring a European Parliament debate on 'Stop Killing Games,' Slovak MEP Milan Uhrik argued that 'wokeness' and aggressive monetization are destroying video games. He specifically criticized the inclusion of Black or female protagonists, citing Assassin's Creed Shadows as an example, and also touched upon issues like microtransactions and server shutdowns.
"Old-school classic" or "the post-Shadows Assassin's Creed"? Black Flag Resynced devs explain where the remake sits in the series' historyUbisoft developers discuss Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, emphasizing its status as an "old-school, classic Assassin's Creed" remake that stays faithful to the original's intentions while adding modern features and eight hours of new story content. The team focused on seamless integration and modernizing mechanics, aiming to create an authentic yet fresh experience that aligns with the series' current direction.
All The Winners From The 2026 Canadian Game AwardsThe 2026 Canadian Game Awards celebrated excellence in the Canadian video game industry, with South of Midnight taking home Game of the Year and Best Art Direction. Digital Extremes was awarded Studio of the Year, while Victor Lucas received the Game Changer Award and Femme Gaming won the Community Award.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Director Says Modern Audience Doesn’t Care About Desmond’s StoryAssassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced game director Richard Knight stated that the remake will omit the modern-day gameplay segments due to a perceived lack of audience interest in Desmond's storyline. The game will instead focus on Edward Kenway's pirate adventure, with new "what if" scenarios hinting at the ongoing modern-day narrative established in recent titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows. The remake is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S on July 9th.- Nya Ghost Recon, Far Cry och Assassin's Creed inom tre år, lovar UbisoftUbisoft plans to release three major titles, including new installments in the Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Ghost Recon franchises, by March 2029. This strategy aims to improve the company's financial standing following a significant net loss and extensive restructuring.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is the game you remember, but it's even betterAssassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is a visually enhanced remake of the 2013 title, featuring a brighter and more colorful presentation powered by the Anvil engine. The remake adds four new story chapters, new quests, and significant combat overhauls including new ship weapons and an updated hand-to-hand combat system focused on parries and counters. The game also introduces manual crouch and jump buttons, and the ability to dive into the sea anywhere, enhancing exploration and gameplay.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Preview – What’s a pirate’s favourite video game?Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is a ground-up remake that updates the original game's graphics and gameplay using the modern Ubisoft Anvil engine. The remake features enhanced visuals, smoother parkour, revamped stealth mechanics, and a more immediate combat system. Naval combat remains a core focus, with new secondary fire options. The game is set to launch on July 9 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.- Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced Is Much More Than a Facelift | IGN PreviewAssassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced is a ground-up remake built on the Ubisoft Anvil engine, the same technology used for Assassin's Creed Shadows. This remake aims to bring the visual fidelity of Black Flag up to par with more recent entries in the series, though some omissions are noted.