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Acclaimed PS5 & PS4 Action RPG 75% Off on PlayStation Store
PlayStation users can purchase the acclaimed action RPG Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii for $14.99 on the PlayStation Store, a 75% discount. The offer, part of a limited-time deal ending October 8, 2026, highlights the game's unique pirate theme and Goro Majima as the central protagonist.
Pirate poker battler Piroker has a playtest you can sign up for now
Piroker, a new asynchronous multiplayer poker game with a pirate theme, is offering a playtest that players can sign up for on Steam. The game blends poker mechanics with relics that create powerful builds, similar to the roguelite Balatro. An animated trailer was also released to set the game's tone.
Scallywags looks like FTL and Bomber Crew with pirates, and frankly, that’s us in
Scallywags, the debut game from former Digital Extremes veterans at FloWHOA, is a pirate-themed management roguelike inspired by FTL: Faster Than Light and Bomber Crew. Set to launch on PC in Q1 2027, the game tasks players with managing a pirate crew and ship through various challenges, featuring unique mechanics like living Bow Spirits and Siren Songs. The developers aim to capture a sense of adventure similar to One Piece, with players hunting powerful Pirate Aces on their journey to become a Pirate Legend.
Piratäventyr och slagsmål – Vi tar(rr) #Spelhelg
Several staff members are sharing their gaming plans for the weekend, which include a variety of titles such as Palworld, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and Gothic Remake. Other anticipated games include Corsair Cove, Beast of Reincarnation, and Ghost Recon: Wildlands.
Assassins Creed Black Flag Resynced's Kraken wheel will no longer be "wheely expensive" following the latest update, which will also teach you how to throw cash
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced received update 1.0.6, which addresses the high cost of the Kraken wheel and adds the ability to hide the blowpipe. The update also increases autosaves from 5 to 10, fixes PC cutscene frame rate issues, and reintroduces the ability to throw money to distract guards. Ubisoft Barcelona, a studio involved in the remake, was also mentioned in relation to recent union strikes over layoffs.
New pirate city builder Corsair Cove embraces the beauty of chaos
Corsair Cove, a new pirate-themed city builder from Limbic Entertainment and published by Hooded Horse, has been released on Steam. The game emphasizes chaotic pirate whimsy over traditional order, featuring vertical building on rocky islands and ship pillaging. It offers players freedom to pursue notoriety, empire, seafaring, or wealth, and includes mythical elements like krakens. A launch discount is available until August 14.
New pirate city builder Corsair Cove embraces the beauty of chaos
Corsair Cove, a new pirate-themed city builder from Limbic Entertainment and published by Hooded Horse, is now available on Steam. The game emphasizes chaotic pirate whimsy over traditional order, featuring vertical building on islands and sending ships out to pillage. It offers players freedom to pursue notoriety, empire, seafaring, or wealth, with a launch discount available until August 14.
Corsair Cove review
Corsair Cove is a vibrant and playful pirate-themed city builder that offers compelling logistical challenges. Developed by Limbic Entertainment and published by Hooded Horse, the game features vertical city building on a skull-shaped island, requiring players to manage resources and connect structures via bridges, ziplines, and elevators. The game also includes surprisingly involved seafaring adventures with card-based combat and stealth missions, all tied together by a unique progression system based on pirate principles.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several members of the team shared their gaming plans for the weekend. Callum is diving into the wrestling management simulator Total Extreme Wrestling IX, while Mark is playing unannounced games and revisiting Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Jeremy is also continuing with Black Flag, with plans to play near the coast, and Julian is considering The Incident At Galley House if wedding preparations allow.
Edward Kenway's actor gave me one piece of advice before playing Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, and…
This review explores Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remake that has captivated a player who previously never engaged with the original. The reviewer praises the gorgeous visuals, engaging sailing mechanics, and the abundance of activities available in the Caribbean setting. Actor Matt Ryan, who voiced Edward Kenway, recommended starting with the remake, a decision the reviewer found rewarding due to the game's fluid open-world structure and impressive lack of loading screens on PlayStation 5.
I'm not bothered about hidden blades, but I do miss Black Flag's environmental finishers
The author expresses a preference for the environmental finisher system in Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag over the updated combat in Black Flag Resynced. While acknowledging the sleekness of the new system, they miss the improvisational and messy feel of using the environment and enemy weapons to end fights, which they feel is more thematically appropriate for a pirate game.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced (PS5) Review: A Pirate’s Life For Me
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is a standout remake for PlayStation 5, modernizing the original's gameplay with streamlined missions and refined combat. While the removal of modern-day sections and a new AI subplot are minor narrative missteps, the stunning visuals and new content make it a must-play for both returning fans and newcomers.
ASSASSIN’S CREED™ BLACK FLAG RESYNCED IS AVAILABLE NOW
Ubisoft announced that Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, a remake of the 2013 title, is now available worldwide on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Ubisoft Singapore, the game features updated visuals and gameplay mechanics, including enhanced combat and naval systems, and adds new narrative content. The remake is set during the Golden Age of Piracy and follows Edward Kenway.
Quiz – Harrrr du koll på pirater i spelvärlden?
Ubisoft has released Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, prompting a pirate-themed quiz to test players' knowledge of pirates in gaming history. The article encourages participation and highlights the release of the remastered game.
The 12 best pirate video games and how to play them right now
This article lists and discusses the 12 best pirate-themed video games available to play. It covers a range of titles from classic adventure games like The Secret of Monkey Island to modern titles such as Sea of Thieves and Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, detailing their availability on various platforms and their unique pirate elements.
Recension – Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is a faithful remake that modernizes the original's gameplay and visuals while retaining its core pirate adventure. The game features enhanced combat, a more vibrant world, and impressive graphical fidelity, though some minor bugs and inconsistent climbing mechanics are present. Despite these issues, the remake successfully recaptures the magic of the original, offering a compelling experience for both new and returning players.
Get ready to set sail with these 6 games to play before Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced
This article recommends six games to play before the release of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced on July 9. The list includes titles like Windrose, Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Sea of Thieves, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, and Assassin's Creed 3 Remastered, all of which feature pirate themes, naval combat, or connections to the Assassin's Creed universe.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Brings Back the Joy of Exploration
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced aims to recapture the joy of exploration and pirate adventure from the original game with a new engine, dynamic weather, and expanded content. This enhanced version promises a more immersive Caribbean experience, addressing limitations of the original and offering a fresh take on the beloved title. The article compares its exploration-focused design favorably against Assassin's Creed Valhalla's more RPG-centric approach.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced – 15 Features That Have Us Excited
This article previews Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, highlighting 15 features that make the author eager to revisit the game. Key additions include visual upgrades, new story content, enhanced weather systems, updated combat and stealth mechanics, and new shanties. The author expresses excitement for the expanded gameplay options and the potential for Resynced to be a definitive pirate-themed experience.
Black Desert preps pirate fleet for console and class balancing for PC, adds pirate hunts on mobile
Black Desert is rolling out updates across its different versions. The console version will receive the Margoria pirate fleet and new solo instances, while the PC version focuses on class balancing and improvements to the Edania boss fight. Black Desert Mobile introduces weekly pirate hunt missions and UI updates.