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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced already feels historic, and we're not just talking about it being set in the Age of Piracy. Originally the fourth numbered entry in the series, Black Flag quickly became a firm fan-favorite thanks to its swashbuckling action and sunny (though sometimes viciously stormy) Caribbean-set open world. After the divisive Assassin's Creed 3, it felt like a real return to form.
Now, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is on the way July 9, and it's the first proper remake Ubisoft has done for the series (though there have been several remasters). What does such a lavish rework entail? We roll up our silk sleeves to go hands-on for ourselves across several hours, and talk to some of the Ubisoft developers who are getting the refreshed new game shipshape and ready for the high seas. Hoist sails, and stick with the crew as we crack the lid on this treasure trove. Land has been spotted, and it's looking like a paradise.
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Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced: The Big Preview
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced hands-on: Wonderfully sailing on the edge of the series' best classic and modern entries, after three hours of play this feels like a statement of intent for its future as well. Combining traversal improvements from recent entries with a retooled approach to mission flow, this manages to be a fresh take on the pirate adventure while still being faithful.
Matt Ryan interview: Not only does Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced bring back its cheeky rogue star, the great pirate Edward Kenway – but his original actor as well. We speak with the game's leading man, Matt Ryan (Constantine, DC's Legends of Tomorrow), about putting the hood back on, the new story elements being added, and reflecting on how Black Flag has remained a fan favorite over the years.
The 5 biggest changes coming to Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced: Definitely no Ship of Theseus, fans of the original will find much intact in this remake. But, big changes still promise to make this a slicker experience, from a completely reworked combat system, upgraded parkour and movement, and even new characters and quest lines that promise to add a lot more.
"Old-school classic" or "the post-Shadows Assassin's Creed"? We speak with Ubisoft's Paul Fu, Richard Knight, and Julian Koch about the development team's approach to balancing two distinct eras of the series within Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced – creating a version of this fan favorite entry that still holds true to what made it beloved, with lessons learned from newer games.
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