While Ubisoft has yet to confirm the existence of the Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag remake, given the amount of unofficial confirmations for the game, it’s just a matter of time until it’s announced in an official capacity.
Even if the game’s not announced yet, gameplay details have seemingly surfaced, and if this latest slate of rumors rings true, then this will be more than just a visual overhaul.
Apparently, Ubisoft is targeting the AC4: Black Flag remake to be more like an RPG than your traditional third-person action game.
Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag Remake Gameplay Info Surfaces
The rumor comes from Jeux Video Magazine, which posted a video about their recent findings about the remake.
One of the key things to change is said to be that the gameplay will shift closer to the newer entries in the Assassin’s Creed franchise, where it’s more like an RPG.
Here is more info from the video (via ZmnBoii)
The remake removes the modern day and replaces it with more content in Edward’s pirate era (a few extra hours compared to the original)
Gameplay will shift closer to the RPG-style of newer AC games
Loot and gear stats for Edward
Inventory systems and combat leaning toward the RPG style rather than the choreographed combat of the original
No loading screens when moving between ship and land
Map is not bigger, but islands will be filled with more activities and side content
Expected to include cut content from the original, like parts of Mary Read’s storyline that were dropped in 2013
It’s not on the same “big budget remake” level as Resident Evil 2 or Silent Hill 2, but more of a faithful reimagining with updates
Uses Ubisoft’s new Anvil Pipeline engine (same as AC Shadows)
Release window: currently targeted for early 2026 (likely March), though some sources think it could slip to late 2026.
They are reusing some assets from Skull & Bones to cut costs, but it won’t be obvious to players.
Bear in mind, this is still a rumor until proven or debunked by Ubisoft, and as such, treat it with a pinch of salt for now.
While Ubisoft keeps silent on the Black Flag remake, even the game’s Steam page was accidentally updated with new features, which we’re assuming will be for the remake.
If Ubisoft aims to bring Black Flag to be more like an RPG, will players embrace it? We can’t say for sure, but we’re hoping the company finally announces the game, so we can put all this guesswork to rest.
- Released
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October 29, 2013
- ESRB
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M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Use of Alcohol, Violence
- Developer(s)
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Ubisoft Montreal
- Engine
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AnvilNext
