Report: Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake Will Be More Than a Visual Upgrade, New Systems Mentioned
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Last year, we reported on how Ubisoft confirmed that they are working on multiple Assassin’s Creed remakes. One of these remakes is said to be of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag. While the publisher has not officially announced the title, it seems the rumor is real, and we have the first info about it.
Based on the information we’ve collected, this will be more than just a visual upgrade; gameplay mechanics and elements have also been upgraded.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Looks to be More Than Just a Graphical Update
Last year, Ubisoft’s CEO, Yves Guillemot, wrote a lengthy blog post detailing the company’s upcoming portfolio and the future of the Assassin’s Creed franchise. One of the comments that stood out was that fans could look forward to remakes that would allow players to revisit past locations, only with a modernized touch.
“Firstly, players can be excited about some remakes, which will allow us to revisit some of the games we’ve created in the past and modernize them; there are worlds in some of our older Assassin’s Creed games that are still extremely rich. Secondly, to answer your question, there will be plenty of experience variety. The goal is to have Assassin’s Creed games come out more regularly, but not for it to be the same experience every year. There are a lot of good things to come, including Assassin’s Creed Hexe, which we’ve announced, which is going to be a very different game from Assassin’s Creed Shadows. We’re going to surprise people, I think”
Well, it seems like one of those remakes (plural, as he put it) happens to be 2013’s Assassin’s Creed Black Flag. We’ve seen and heard plenty of rumors about the title’s potential, which are probably true, but if you need an “official” confirmation, look no further. The title has appeared on one of the game’s designers’ online profiles. Of note, this is the same game developer that accidentally confirmed the existence of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remake, which we recently reported about. After our report went live, the game developer (which we still won’t name) has nuked their website and online profile to scrub any mention of both games. Thankfully, we have a screenshot of it saved:
To no one’s surprise, the Black Flag remake is being built on the upgraded Anvil Engine. The studio has used this engine for the franchise since the first Assassin’s Creed game, and upcoming games in the series are still using it.
Now for the small “juicy” bits of information. As listed in the project’s description, the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake will feature new systems, with combat and ecosystems around wildlife specifically mentioned. There’s not much else to mention beyond the team hoping that these new systems will make the classic an “outstanding game to rebirth as the next-gen AAA game.”
However, this confirms that the remake of Black Flags will be more than a graphical update. How much new content will be added remains to be seen, but at least those who have played the game will have something to look forward to beyond the visuals.
Insider Gaming previously reported that the title could be released in November 2025, much sooner than online chatter speculated. In their report, they said they’d seen gameplay of the remake in action, though for obvious reasons, they could not share the footage.
Either way, the title appearing on a developer’s work history confirms the remake’s existence. How long will we wait for it to be announced and shown off officially? Well, considering that Ubisoft just delayed Assassin’s Creed Shadows again, this time to March 20, 2025, I wouldn’t count on an announcement until after that game is released.
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Interesting!
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Interesting.
I have a tips for you, There is another unannounced project by Ubisoft Bordeaux which Benoit Lambert works on it as creative director before he leave the company for Riot Games.
He was one of the game directors for Assassin’s Creed 2, as non of the old veteran developers wants to work with Ubisoft or consult them on remakes; I guess people can guess Bordeaux is also cooking something 😉
If you have more to share, we’re open to talk tips@mp1st.com 🙂
No, no its just connecting the dots together.
I dont have any insider information or something.
just my assumptions.
That’s awesome, James! It’s clear your passion for gaming has driven an incredible career with MP1st over the last decade. Growing up in the NES era definitely gives you a strong foundation in gaming history and culture. Best of luck on your journey to developing your own game—I’m sure it’ll be amazing!