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MMO Week in Review: The Only Way to the Cradle of War
This week's MMO news roundup covers major announcements from EVE Online's Cradle of War expansion and Star Citizen's alpha 4.8 Tactical Strike. Guild Wars 2 launched The Only Way update, while Amazon's Lord of the Rings MMORPG fate remains uncertain. NCsoft and Pearl Abyss reported strong financial quarters, and various other MMOs like Farever, EverQuest Legends, and Subnautica 2 were discussed.
What We Played – Forza Horizon 6, Outbound & Everything is Crab
Several gaming outlets shared their recent playtime, including Forza Horizon 6, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on Nintendo Switch, and Everything is Crab. Other titles discussed include Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Skull & Bones, and various indie games.
Skull and Bones answers questions about multiplayer, new activities, and PvP plans in an AMA
Ubisoft Singapore addressed player questions in a recent AMA regarding Skull and Bones' future content, focusing on multiplayer and PvP. Plans include developing clans, group content, and GvG for Year 4, alongside improvements to PvP features like Death Tides and new expedition types. The developers emphasized that Year 3 is dedicated to strengthening the core naval combat loop, laying the groundwork for future activities and progression systems.
Evening Multiplex
Official trailers were released for Abyssus, announcing its 1.3 release date and console availability. Additionally, a launch trailer for Skull and Bones' Y3S1 was unveiled.
Skull and Bones’ first season of Year 3 launches today – here are the patch notes
The 'Sails of Power' season, marking the start of Year 3 for Skull and Bones, has launched with significant updates. The season introduces a new Galleon ship, a seasonal mastery progression tree, new world tiers, and various other gameplay adjustments and quality-of-life improvements.
MMO Week in Review: The big rebranding of CCP Games
CCP Games, the studio behind EVE Online, has rebranded to Fenris Creations and announced a partnership with Google DeepMind for AI development. This news comes amidst other MMO updates including Guild Wars 2's new zone, Conan Exiles' Enhanced version, and acquisitions like Daybreak buying Cold Iron Studios.
Roadmaps and Plans
Several games have announced upcoming updates and roadmaps. Sid Meier's Civilization VII will receive its Test of Time Update on May 19. Sudden Strike 5 has revealed its roadmap, and Skull and Bones is detailing its Year 3 content with the Sails of Power roadmap.
Evening Multiplex
A teaser trailer for Skull and Bones' Year 3 content has been released. The article also mentions official trailers in general.
Skull and Bones previews new mastery skill tree, world tiers, and three new ships in Year 3
Skull and Bones revealed details about its upcoming Year 3 updates, including three new ships: the Galleon, Junk, and Fluyt. The updates will also introduce a seasonal mastery skill tree for permanent stat bonuses and customizable seasonal perks, alongside new world tiers to increase challenge.
Morning Multiplex
This article provides brief updates on several games. Geppy-X will feature a new option to switch between remastered and original movie versions. Dragon Shelter offers cozy farming with dragons, and Skull and Bones is shaping the future of naval combat.
Games Leaving PS Plus in June 2026 May Include Hit Action Game
Sony is expected to announce the list of games departing PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in June 2026. Predictions suggest titles added around May and June 2025, such as Another Crab's Treasure and Skull & Bones, may be removed, following a pattern of games leaving after 12 or 24 months.
Daily Video Game Deals Apr 30 – Frostpunk 2: Ice Breaker, Radiant Tale Fanfare, It Takes Two, Zorro the Chronicles & More
Daily video game deals for April 30th include discounts on Frostpunk 2: Ice Breaker, Radiant Tale Fanfare, It Takes Two, and Zorro the Chronicles across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Several other titles like FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE and Skull and Bones are also on sale.
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 Me
Windrose 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 July
Ubisoft 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 reveal
Details 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.
