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Assassin's Creed: Black Flag's Best Character Is Finally Getting the Screen Time He Deserves in Resynced
Ubisoft is expanding the story of Blackbeard in Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced with a new endgame mission set titled 'A World Without Gold.' This eight-quest chapter will unlock at the start of the game's final sequence, offering more screen time for the iconic pirate character. The update also promises new scenes and characters to flesh out the narrative of the original PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 title.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced will give you more Edward Kenway: "It feels like the original, but on steroids 10x"
Matt Ryan, the voice actor for Edward Kenway, discusses his return for Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, noting that the remake expands upon the original's narrative with more cinematics and character depth. He highlights that while the core experience remains, technological advancements have significantly enhanced the game's details and overall impact, making it feel like a "10x" upgrade.
Matt Ryan on Revisiting Edward Kenway for Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced | IGN Live 2026
Actor Matt Ryan, the voice of Edward Kenway, discussed Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, a remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, at IGN Live. Ryan expressed enthusiasm for the game's pirate and assassin themes, highlighting their enduring appeal.
Escape from Violet Hold is Hearthstone's second expansion of 2026
Hearthstone's second expansion of 2026 will be titled Escape from Violet Hold, featuring Vanessa VanCleef and her pirate gang. This expansion introduces new content and themes to the popular digital card game.
All aboard: Corsairs - Battle of the Caribbean is finally available!
Corsairs - Battle of the Caribbean, developed by Fishing Cactus and published by Microids, is now available on PC via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store. This real-time strategy game features a campaign mode, a new skirmish mode for solo or multiplayer battles, and updated mechanics for tactical combat and fleet management.
Indie MMO Eterspire expands the Bogtown biome with new maps and spooky pirate quests
The indie MMORPG Eterspire has received a new update that expands the Bogtown Marsh biome with four new maps, including Mossbeard Wetland and Abandoned Macondo City. The patch also introduces new pirate-themed quests and restores rain effects, while also banning 60 players for using unofficial clients. Stonehollow Workshop plans to release the game's summer roadmap next week, with guilds and a fishing skill rework expected in June.
Windrose balances brutal survival with cheat-style forgiveness in a way that keeps bringing me back
The pirate survival game Windrose, which has sold over 1.5 million copies in early access, offers a forgiving approach to death mechanics that distinguishes it from other games in the genre. Despite its challenging elements, the game provides players with resources and inventory retention after death, making progression more accessible. This balance of difficulty and forgiveness allows players to pursue their pirate fantasies, explore islands, and uncover treasure.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Launches July 9
Ubisoft announced that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a full remake of the 2013 title, will launch on July 9, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Developed by Ubisoft Singapore using the Anvil engine, the remake features updated visuals, expanded gameplay systems, and new narrative content. Various editions will be available, with pre-orders including exclusive cosmetic items.
Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced Preorders Go Live With Collector's Edition And Extras
Ubisoft has announced Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the 2013 game, launching on July 9 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Preorders are now live for various editions, including a Collector's Edition priced at $200, with bonuses like the Blackbeard's Crimson Pack. The remake features updated parkour, combat, and reworked tailing missions.
Edward Kenway Sets Sail Again in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced
Ubisoft has announced Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced for PlayStation 5, a remake that will feature returning voice actors and updated visuals using the Anvil engine. The game aims to preserve the original's compelling narrative and pirate setting while incorporating quality-of-life improvements and enhanced graphical features like ray tracing. While some fans express concern about potential changes to the core experience, the remake is anticipated for an early 2026 release.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced gets July 2026 release date
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced is set to release in July 2026, returning players to the high seas. The game will feature naval combat and pirate themes.
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.
If Windrose isn't quenching your sealord fantasies, maybe carving out your own Libertalia in pirate citybuilder Corsair Cove will
Hooded Horse announced Corsair Cove, an island citybuilder and colony management sim developed by Limbic Entertainment, set to release in 2026. Players will build a pirate kingdom, manage resources, and send ships out for plunder. The game will feature vertical building mechanics and will be available on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Game Pass.
Windrose Sales Hit 1m in Under a Week
Kraken Express announced that its piratical survival-crafter Windrose has sold over one million units on PC via Steam Early Access in under a week. The game also surpassed 200,000 concurrent players. Windrose is expected to remain in Early Access for another 1.5 to 2.5 years.
Soulframe's latest major update is a broadside of pirate weapons, class abilities and outfits, plus falling alien skytowers
Soulframe has received a major update introducing a pirate-themed Duelo pact class with new swashbuckling abilities, weapons like rapiers and cutlasses, and a sailor's outfit. The update also adds a haunted shipwreck environment, new enemies, a siege infiltration activity, and quality-of-life improvements including a reworked journal UI and combat loop.
Läcka – Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag-remaken släpps i sommar
A leak suggests that a remake of Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, titled Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, is slated for release on July 9. Ubisoft has not officially commented on the rumor, which follows two years of speculation. The original 2013 game focused on pirates and sailing and is considered a fan favorite.
Pirate city builder Corsair Cove announced for PC
Publisher Hooded Horse and developer Limbic Entertainment have announced Corsair Cove, a new pirate-themed city builder game. The title is currently in development for PC.
I know all you pirates are busy with Windrose, but you should drop anchor and check out this new pirate-themed city…
Limbic Entertainment and Hooded Horse announced Corsair Cove, a new pirate-themed city-builder set to release in 2026 for PC platforms including Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store, and PC Game Pass. Players will manage production chains, build vertically on limited island space, and equip ships for combat on the high seas.
Pirate survival Windrose sees 500,000 mateys buy the game as Steam reviews are 'Mostly Positive'
The pirate survival game Windrose has sold over 500,000 copies within its first two days of release, achieving a 'Mostly Positive' review score of 87% on Steam. The game also reached nearly 100,000 concurrent players in its first 24 hours. Developer Kraken Express is reportedly seeking an ISP to improve the game's connectivity.
Windrose’s initial early access saw positive player response and over 69K Steam concurrency
The piratical survival sandbox game Windrose, developed by Windrose Crew (now Kraken Express), has seen a strong initial launch in early access on PC. The game achieved a peak concurrency of over 69,000 players on Steam and received "very positive" user reviews praising its visuals and naval combat, despite some players reporting server and connection issues due to the high player count. The developers are focused on a 1.0 launch before considering console releases.