Skull and Bones
News, coverage and analysis tracking Skull and Bones across the outlets.- Shack Chat: What is your favorite Pirate game?This article discusses favorite pirate-themed video games, with several titles being mentioned by the Shacknews staff. Games like Sea of Thieves, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, and Skull and Bones are highlighted as notable entries in the genre.
Windrose Early Access Review – A Pirate’s Life for MeWindrose is an Early Access pirate-themed survival game from developer Kraken Express that offers a promising foundation despite its current rough edges. While the core gameplay loop focuses heavily on survival mechanics like crafting and resource management, there are also pirate-centric elements such as sailing and ship combat. The game suffers from performance issues, long loading times, and a lackluster opening, but its impressive graphics and ambitious scope suggest potential for improvement with further development.
Cashing in 10 years of irony, Ubisoft taps Skull & Bones studio to lead Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced…Ubisoft Singapore is leading the development of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the 2013 title. The studio, which also worked on the original Black Flag, has faced a long development cycle for its other pirate game, Skull and Bones. This remake aims to bring the beloved pirate adventure up to modern standards.
The Ubisoft studio that spent 10 years making Black Flag spinoff Skull and Bones comes full circle by remaking Black…Ubisoft has officially announced Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the 2013 title, with development led by Ubisoft Singapore. This studio is also the developer of Skull and Bones, a game that underwent over a decade of development and multiple delays. The remake is scheduled for release on July 9.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced has been revealed, and it’s coming out in JulyUbisoft has announced Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remake built on the Anvil engine by Ubisoft Singapore, launching July 9th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The remake features refined combat, stealth, and parkour, expanded narrative content, and enhanced naval mechanics, alongside visual upgrades and new music. It will be available in Standard, Deluxe, and Collector's Editions.
After three years of rumours, we've officially seen "ground-up remake" Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced in action, but what's going on with its modern-day bits?Ubisoft has officially revealed Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a ground-up remake of the 2013 title, set to launch on July 9th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The remake features enhanced visuals, reworked combat and stealth mechanics, and expanded underwater exploration, but will not include the original's DLC or multiplayer modes. Details regarding the modern-day story elements remain somewhat vague.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced details leak before today’s big revealDetails for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced have leaked ahead of Ubisoft's official showcase, revealing a collector's edition with a statue, folio, map, sheet music, steelbook, badge, and cosmetic DLC. The remake is rumored to incorporate RPG elements similar to Assassin's Creed Valhalla, featuring loot, weapon stats, and an updated inventory system. It is scheduled for release on July 9, 2026, with a collector's edition priced at $199.99 and the standard edition at $59.99.
With Windrose making waves and the Black Flag remake on the horizon, methinks it's a fine time for a pirate quiz,…This article presents a quiz focused on pirate-themed video games, highlighting titles like Windrose and the upcoming Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag remake. It questions players on their knowledge of various pirate games, including The Secret of Monkey Island, Sid Meier's Pirates!, and Sea of Thieves, while also touching upon the genre's current popularity.- Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced showcase announced for this weekUbisoft has announced a "Resynced" showcase for the remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, scheduled for April 23rd. Rumors suggest significant changes, including the removal of modern-day sequences and gameplay closer to Assassin's Creed Valhalla, with added content and RPG elements. Development is reportedly being handled by Ubisoft Singapore, Belgrade, and Bordeaux.
Windrose sails past 1 million copies sold in six days as it hits 200,000 concurrent playersThe survival crafting game Windrose has sold over 1 million copies in its first six days on Steam, also reaching a peak of 200,000 concurrent players. Developer Kraken Express thanked players for their support while acknowledging ongoing work to fix online multiplayer issues.
Windrose strikes gold with 500k sales, proving pirate games are as popular as everThe pirate survival game Windrose has achieved 500,000 sales within 48 hours of its Early Access launch, indicating a strong player appetite for the genre. The game has also seen significant concurrent player numbers on Steam and positive reviews, suggesting a solid foundation for future development. This success, alongside mentions of Sea of Thieves and a Black Flag remake, reinforces the enduring popularity of pirate-themed gaming experiences.
Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced Reportedly Drops Anchor This JulyA remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, reportedly titled Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, is rumored to be released on July 9. The game has reportedly been completely reworked with new content, though modern-day exploration segments may be cut. The original 2013 title is praised for its story, characters, and naval combat.- Windrose might have cemented its place among standout indie survival games with a jolly opening day, mateyThe pirate survival game Windrose has achieved a strong start in its early access launch on Steam, surpassing its demo's player count with nearly 70,000 concurrent players. The game's survival and RPG elements, combined with its popular pirate theme, have drawn in players and streamers. While unlikely to match Palworld's record-breaking numbers, Windrose is positioned as a standout indie survival title, with potential for future console ports.
Every PS5 Pro Enhanced Game (So Far)Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro, launched in November 2024, offers enhanced graphics and frame rates for compatible games, identified by a 'PS5 Pro Enhanced' label. The console features an upgraded GPU and AI-driven upscaling through PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) to achieve higher fidelity visuals and smoother performance, often doubling the power of the base PS5.- Co-op pirate survival game Windrose hits PC in early access on April 14The co-op pirate survival game Windrose will launch in early access on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Stove on April 14 for $30. Developed by Windrose Crew, the game features procedural generation with handcrafted points of interest, allowing players to sail solo or with friends, engage in ship combat, and explore a world with farming, fishing, crafting, and base building systems. The developers plan for an early access period of 1.5 to 2.5 years, aiming to add significant new content.
Viral pirate survival game Windrose has a release date, and it's very, very soonThe viral pirate survival game Windrose has announced its early access release date for April 14. The PvE survival adventure allows players to build bases, grow crews, and explore dungeons solo or with up to four friends. The game has gained significant traction, ranking high on Steam's Most Wishlisted chart.- MMO Week in Review: Queen DevonaThis week's MMO news roundup covers updates for Guild Wars Reforged, layoffs at MechWarrior studio Piranha Games, and a potential acquisition of Epic Games by Disney. The article also touches on political discussions surrounding game shutdowns in Europe and new early access dates for Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era.
- April Fools’ Day pranks and events around the MMORPG and MMO world, 2026 editionMMORPGs across the industry celebrated April Fools' Day 2026 with a variety of in-game events, pranks, and humorous patch notes. Titles like Guild Wars 2, World of Warcraft, Star Trek Online, and Final Fantasy XIV participated with unique in-game activities and themed content.
- Evening MultiplexThis article highlights recent game trailers and developer discussions, featuring the demo trailer for Cozy Builder, a behind-the-scenes trailer for MASTERS OF ALBION, and a Year 2 retrospective devstream for Skull and Bones.
- Pirate sandbox Skull and Bones recaps ‘ambitious step forward’ in year two, but it’s scrapping land combatUbisoft has announced that Skull and Bones will be discontinuing land combat development to focus on naval gameplay. The company expressed satisfaction with the game's second year, highlighting increased player engagement and positive reception following content updates. A full reveal for Year 3 content is scheduled for May 6th, promising improvements to core gameplay and replayability.