Rumor: More Assassin\'s Creed Black Flag Remake Details Leak Online

Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Remake Details Emerge

Recent online leaks suggest a remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag is in development, utilizing Ubisoft's Anvil engine. This highly anticipated remake, while unconfirmed by Ubisoft, promises enhanced gameplay features.

Black Flag, a critically acclaimed title in the Assassin's Creed franchise, is beloved for its pirate setting, stunning Caribbean open world, and blend of stealth and action. A remake leveraging modern technology is highly anticipated by fans, nearly twelve years after the original release.

Previous reports indicated a potential 2024 release, but delays, possibly linked to the postponement of Assassin's Creed Shadows, have pushed back the timeline. New information, sourced from an unnamed developer's website by MP1st, reveals the remake will incorporate upgraded wildlife ecosystems and enhanced combat mechanics. Specific details remain scarce, but the scope appears more extensive than initially speculated.

Beyond Black Flag: Oblivion Remake Rumors Persist

The same leak also offered details on a rumored Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remake, featuring Soulslike-inspired combat mechanics and improvements to stealth, archery, and stamina systems. While hoped for during the January 23rd Xbox Developer Direct, an announcement failed to materialize.

Timing and Speculation

The release dates for both the Black Flag and Oblivion remakes remain unconfirmed. Ubisoft's current focus is on Assassin's Creed Shadows, recently delayed to March 2025. Following the Shadows release and any planned expansions, a 2026 launch for the Black Flag remake seems plausible, though this is purely speculative based on current leaks and rumors. Until an official announcement from Ubisoft, fans should treat these reports with caution.