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Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced’s First 18 Minutes Showcased in New Video
A new video showcases the first 18 minutes of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, featuring protagonist Edward Kenway in a naval tutorial sequence before he becomes an assassin. The game, releasing July 9th on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, will feature modernized combat and extensive underwater exploration. Technical director Jussi Markkanen highlighted the reactive, hitbox-based combat system and new secrets to discover.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Offers “A Lot” of New Shipwrecks to Discover
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will feature a significant number of new shipwrecks to discover due to the ability to dive anywhere in the world. Technical director Jussi Markkanen teased that these underwater locations, along with expanded Hideout facilities, will offer players ample rewards and secrets. The game launches on July 9th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is hiding "a lot of new shipwrecks" and secrets to explore using the newly added "dive anywhere" feature, teases tech lead
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is adding a 'dive anywhere' feature, allowing players to explore underwater locations and discover new shipwrecks and secrets beyond the original diving bell spots. Technical director Jussi Markkanen confirmed the expansion of underwater exploration, which builds upon a feature first introduced in Assassin's Creed Origins.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Builds on Shadows’ Combat, But It’s More “Skill-Based”
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, developed by Ubisoft Singapore, features a modernized, hitbox-based combat system that emphasizes parrying and skillful use of tools, building upon the foundation of Assassin's Creed Shadows. While the hidden blades are now a takedown action rather than a primary weapon, the combat is designed to be more fluid and action-oriented. The remake is set to launch on July 9th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has "modernized the combat" of the original but is more…
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced modernizes the original game's combat with a hitbox-based, reactive system and a new parry mechanic, aiming for a fluid experience that builds upon the foundation of Assassin's Creed Shadows. Tech director Jussi Markkanen stated the goal was to balance the original's feel with contemporary expectations. The remake will launch on July 9 and will not feature missable achievements or difficulty-tied trophies.
PS5 Pro Users in for a Treat With Highly Anticipated Ubisoft Game
Ubisoft has confirmed that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will feature enhancements for the PlayStation 5 Pro, utilizing its PSSR 2.0 upscaling technology and advanced ray tracing. The remake of the 2013 title is set to release on July 9, 2026, with specific details on the PS5 Pro features to be revealed later.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced 'delivers a no-compromise experience with advanced ray tracing performance' on PS5 Pro, along with the latest PSSR 2 tech
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will feature advanced ray tracing and Sony's PSSR 2 AI upscaling technology on PlayStation 5 Pro, delivering a no-compromise visual experience. Developed using the latest Anvil engine, the game aims for improved graphics and performance across all modes on both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced: first details, launches on PS5 July 9
Ubisoft has announced Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the 2013 title, launching on PlayStation 5 on July 9. The remake will feature updated graphics, enhanced gameplay mechanics including parkour and combat, and new story content. It will leverage PlayStation 5 Pro enhancements for improved visual fidelity and ray tracing.
